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Swallows Return - Colkirk

Fakenham, Norfolk
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Working farm
Hot Tub
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Swimming pool
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A beautifully presented rural retreat on a small farm that’s the perfect place to get away from it all
  • Admire scenic countryside views and starry skies from your own private hot tub
  • Set in the quiet village of Colkirk, you can enjoy adventures to the North Norfolk Coast AONB (10 miles)
Property code: OC-S27707

Watch the horses and donkeys in the fields and soak in the hot tub when you stay at this cottage near Colkirk in Norfolk. Set on a small farm, it looks out over the countryside and benefits from Norfolk’s magnificent big skies both day and night. Situated 3 miles from the market town of Fakenham and 12.5 miles from Wells-next-the-Sea, the two-bedroom cottage sleeps four guests, making it ideal for a small family or two couples.

Step inside to discover the heart of this Norfolk holiday home is its open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Gather in here after your days out exploring to enjoy a piece of Norfolk shortcake, bought from a nearby farm shop or bakery, and a cup of tea. Also whip up hearty meals to sit down to at the table. Spend cosy evenings in together in front of the Smart TV or pull the doors open on summer days so everyone can wander in and out from the garden. When you are ready to turn in for the night, make your way up to the first floor, where your two king-size bedrooms are located. One of these has zip-and-link beds that can be arranged as twins instead if discussed in advance. There is also a family bathroom up here. Spill outside into the courtyard garden on fine days. Dine out here, unwind in the hot tub and chat together under the wide, open starry skies.

Head into Fakenham to dine out, browse in the shops or spend time at the famous racecourse. Enjoy a walk through the natural park at Pensthorpe, 5.5 miles away. Have a day out to Houghton Hall, 9.5 miles away, where you can visit the stately home, which was built for Britain’s first Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole in the 1720s, and enjoy its gardens.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 6ft king zip-and-link bed (that can be made into a twin on request) and 1 king room
  • 1 family bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher
  • Utility room with combi washer/dryer
  • Travel cot and stairgate available on request
  • Wood burner in the lounge
  • Smart TV
  • Hot tub (rules apply)
  • Courtyard garden with garden furniture and a selection of outdoor games
  • Private parking for 2 cars directly outside the cottage
  • Pub and shops within 0.5 miles, beach 10 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Jodie McCallum

This property is personally managed by Jodie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andrea 9th April 2026

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Fabulous property. Beautiful location. Great owners. One of the best we have stayed in.

Reviewed by Pat 28th March 2026

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Reviewed by Maria 27th October 2025

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A really lovely cottage, comfortable, well equipped, immaculately clean and lovely views.

Reviewed by Mike 29th September 2025

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Wow, where do we start? This place ticks all the right boxes and more if you want some R&R, swallows return. Amazing place with great views, swallows return. Great hosts who care, swallows return. Basically, you can not fault this place, and we will be returning. From the secluded location to star gazing in the hot tub, not forgetting tRead morehe amazing view from the master bedroom window, you can't go wrong with, yep, you guessed it, swallows return. Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Oh, and a special mention for the donkey. Hide

Reviewed by Nancy 20th September 2025

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Swallows Return is a fantastic place to stay for a holiday. Everything you need for a 5* experience. The hosts go above and beyond to ensure your stay will be one you wont forget and will want to return again. A must stay if you are looking for relaxing break, with the added touch of a great hot tub

Reviewed by Geraldine 23rd August 2025

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What an absolutely beautiful cottage. The location is perfect and the views from the garden are outstanding. Vance and David are the perfect hosts and nothing is too much trouble for them. The hot tub was warm on arrival and was the perfect way to end the day. The horses and donkey are a pleasure to watch as you settle down for the evening with a Read moreglass of wine. My family and I cannot wait to return. I would highly recommend this property. Hide

Reviewed by Trevor 16th June 2025

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Lovely place to stay, very clean, modern, well stocked with everything we needed. Lovely welcoming gifts of wine and chocolate and fresh laid eggs, will definately go again , Also friendly hosts

Reviewed by John 20th May 2025

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Everything is of a very high standard and is a credit to the owners, David and Vance. We would heartily recommend the cottage for a holiday stay.

Reviewed by Kerry 28th April 2025

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The perfect location. Views were amazing. An extremely clean and comfortable cottage it had everything you needed. And a personal thoughtful touch was the welcome pack. The owners are very friendly and there if you need anything. The animals are so lovely and the dogs friendly. The hot tub was amazing

Reviewed by Christine 6th April 2025

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The cottage was exceptionally clean & well equipped in an idyllic setting with fantastic views, makes for a very peaceful, tranquil stay.

Reviewed by Tammy 11th February 2025

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Beautiful cottage. Immaculate inside. Fabulous location & views. Lovely owners.

Reviewed by Hannah 8th February 2025

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There is absolutely no compromise at Swallows Return, only complete satisfaction!

Reviewed by Maureen 28th September 2024

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Very friendly and helpful hosts, location was perfect, hot tub much enjoyed and not forgetting the delightful animals.

Reviewed by Kelsey 8th September 2024

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A beautiful cottage surrounded by stunning views. So well equipped and hosted by wonderful people. A family friendly gem in Norfolk- an absolute pleasure to have been here with our children!

Reviewed by Janet 10th August 2024

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The cottage was equipped with everything wed need for our stay, everything easy to find, clean and the flowers and treats were very much appreciated. We were very comfortable for our weeks stay and the children loved waking up with views of the animals and seeing and feeding the chickens. The beaches and attractions were easy to find and any attracRead moretions we needed help with or information about Vance and David were very knowledgeable about. Were already planning our next stay at Swallows return Hide

Reviewed by Julia 8th July 2024

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The location is amazing and the views from the main bedroom window are incredible with sweeping vistas over fields. Horses and a donkey add interest. We love hot tubs and this one didn't disappoint. It was ready and hot when we arrived ( not always our experience!) The owners are on site but are very lowkey and unobtrusive. Swallows Nest is perfectRead more for exploring the North Norfolk coast and we would recommend Sheringham as a little unknown gem. Hide

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Norfolk Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.