Rectory Lodge - Norfolk

A blissful break away from everyday life in the small, rural village of Oxborough. This tastefully presented holiday home is part of The Old Rectory Estate, neighbouring Oxburgh Hall with its medieval manor house and Victorian garden. Swaffham is 8 miles away offering plenty of places to eat and drink and independent shops to browse. For guests who love wildlife, Welney Wetland Centre is 16 miles away, or visit the Watatunga Wildlife Reserve (12 miles) and experience a Norfolk safari. The historic town of King’s Lynn is 17 miles away, where you can explore the town’s spectacular architecture and find numerous places to eat. If it’s a bit of culture and history you’re after, the much-loved country retreat of the royal family, Sandringham is 20 miles away. For a day at the beach, the nearest is Snettisham (27miles) and from there you can drive along the stunning North Norfolk coastline.

Offering cosy and light-filled accommodation for up to four guests, this stylish, single-storey retreat provides a welcoming atmosphere. The relaxing lounge has large, comfy sofas ideal for reclining after long days exploring. Warm your toes in front of the wood burner with a good book. The kitchen provides all the necessary mod-cons, so you can prepare home-cooked meals to be enjoyed at the breakfast bar. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and patio doors to let in the fresh air whilst you enjoy breakfast in bed. The second bedroom has a double bed and the family bathroom boasts a large walk-in shower.

Outside is a private lawned garden with garden furniture and gas barbeque to enjoy alfresco dining. There is very little light pollution here, ideal for star gazing from the private wood fired hot tub. If you’re feeling energetic, there’s a shared, outdoor, heated pool for swimming lengths and a gym with weight training equipment, bike and free weights. There are plenty of places to explore on the eighteen acre estate, including the river, lake with rowing boat, picnic area, resident animals and the ruins of the original Oxborough village church.

• 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size bed, 1 double bed
• 1 bathroom with walk-in shower and WC
• Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
• Smart TV in the lounge
• Woodburner in the lounge (logs supplied)
• Travel cot and highchair available on request
• Private garden at rear of property with garden furniture, gas BBQ.
• Wood fired hot tub
• Parking for 2 cars to side of the cottage
• Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1 mile and beach 27 miles
• Access to eighteen acre estate with river and lake with a rowing boat. Access to outdoor heated swimming pool (May to September). Book 1.5 hours slots between 11am and 3:30pm. The pool is kept at a constant 28 degrees and has a steady slope from 3 to 7ft. Towels and sunbeds are provided.
• Note: there is no lifeguard for the pool and children of all ages should be supervised at all times
• Shared use of a gym
• A massage service is available, pre booking advised
• This property can be booked alongside 2 other properties that sleep a further 4 and 6 guests.
• Arrival: 16:00 onwards
• Departure: before 10:00
• Sorry, no dogs allowed