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  • 24 guests

  • 12 bedrooms

  • 11 bathrooms

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Experience a rare treat – a stay at a truly grand stately home, nestled in the middle of a beautiful country estate, steeped in history and offering more than a taste of luxury. A filming location for Netflix’s uber-popular hit, The Crown, this home will make you feel like royalty from the moment you arrive. Dating back to the Saxon times, the house as it appears today was created during the reign of Queen Victoria, with the help of the visionary architect, John Thomas and renowned landscape designer William Andrews Nesfield. As you arrive you’ll be dazzled by the spectacular gardens, known as one of the finest in the country – guests will be able to spend hours wandering through the enchanted alleyways, exploring the maze and the parkland and cooling off in the wild freshwater pool. The main Hall will welcome you in lavish style – great rooms with grand pianos, a library with rare, gilded books, and dining rooms with long tables for the group to gather and celebrate special occasions or delicious family feasts served in true style. You'll be able to sample those unforgettable menus, created by a team of chefs who use only the best local and sustainably sourced produce. Each of the twelve bedrooms retains the character of a Victorian mansion with a collection of antique furniture that’s seen many esteemed guests stay here over the home's long history. If only these walls could talk! Outside, this family-run estate offers everything from bike trails, horse stables and woodland walks, to cocktail classes, wine tastings and foraging. The grand rewilding project has seen 1,000 acres become home to an abundance of wildlife, making a stay here a unique experience for nature lovers too.


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What to expect


Highlights

Live your Downton fantasies with the Downton Butler Experience

Live your Downton fantasies with the Downton Butler Experience

Unwind amidst towering bookshelves in the library

Unwind amidst towering bookshelves in the library

Sleep in lavish bedrooms decked out with period furniture

Sleep in lavish bedrooms decked out with period furniture

Admire a collection of antiques to rival any museum's

Admire a collection of antiques to rival any museum's

Walk, bike or take a foraging class on the huge Fritton Lake Estate

Walk, bike or take a foraging class on the huge Fritton Lake Estate

Explore twelve acres of manicured gardens

Explore twelve acres of manicured gardens

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Home truths

    The home is open to tours for the public over the summer so the Hall is only available in autumn and winter

    Additional accommodation is available in the cottages dotted around the estate should you require extra space

    There is a heated swimming pool on the grounds open for the guests to enjoy

    There are horse stables here, welcoming your horses – your host may also be able to arrange horse hire for you

    There is an outdoor play area for children

About this stay


Amenities

Parking available

Valet parking

Private heated pool

Garden

Bathtub

Fireplace

Bedrooms & bathrooms

12 bedrooms, 15 beds

11 bathrooms

Extras


VIP services

24/7 concierge

Arrange a chef

Baby sitting

Cab booking

Laundry and dry cleaning

Massage

Restaurant reservations

Tickets and experience booking

Additional fees

  • Your host can arrange a variety of additional services during your stay, including private chefs, various leisure activities, and special occasions and events – please enquire at the time of booking for details and fees

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Great Yarmouth

All the vintage attractions await in Great Yarmouth – the treasured Victorian seaside town perched along the Norfolk coast. There's castle-making along the Golden Mile of sands, neon lights at the arcades, and enough trotting horse carousels and amusement rides to fill a whole afternoon at the pier. While all this seaside entertainment may be an acquired taste, the kids (and big kids) will love it. And when it's time...

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Dine at The Dukes Head Somerleyton

Dine at The Dukes Head Somerleyton

Indulge in delectable cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails while enjoying a cosy, candlelit ambience. The attentive staff and friendly atmosphere make this country pub a perfect spot for any gathering or casual night out.

22 min
Dine at The Queen's Head

Dine at The Queen's Head

A charming bar and restaurant with efficient staff, delicious food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended for a Sunday roast or Saturday lunch. Dog-friendly and generous portions.

35 min
Explore Redwings Caldecott

Explore Redwings Caldecott

Walk around the peaceful sanctuary and see well-kept horses and donkeys. Friendly staff, dog-friendly, and disabled-friendly. Make a donation and enjoy yummy food at Oliver's cafe.

34 min

Get around

Airport

Norwich

55 min

London Stansted

2 hr 33 min

London Southend

2 hr 31 min

Train station

Somerleyton

13 min

Bus stop

Rackmans Corner

12 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

14 min

Cafe

10 min

Pharmacy

15 min

Points of interest

Beach

Corton beach

14 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Events possible (with prior approval)

No pets

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 12:00

Departure before 11:00

No air con

No wifi

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    24

    hours

    Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.

Host


This home is managed by Hugh

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. The owner of this beautiful and unique gem, Hugh will welcome you warmly, inviting you to experience this once-in-a-lifetime stay in style and comfort.

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