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  • 4 bedrooms

  • 2 bathrooms

    +1 extra toilet

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Once the local schoolhouse in the village of Beighton, this place has been converted into a masterpiece of a home. The bell that once summoned children to class is gone, but the bell-gable still juts up into the sky and the red-brick facade is the same as the day it was built. Rather than a gritty tarmac playground, the half acre of grounds around the home has been transformed into a delightful place to relax – in deckchairs on the lawn or at the picnic-style dining table secluded by trees. A huge, atrium-style conservatory in glass and ink-black runs the length of the building where you’ll find the dine-in kitchen – a farmhouse-style arrangement with a big range cooker for family meals and open shelves lined with all the crockery and trinkets you need. We love the additional pantry and utility room with its Belfast sink harking back to the 19th century. Relax with a cuppa in the conservatory and spot birds at the feeder in the garden. In the evening, retire to the grand main living room at the centre of the house. It’s as big as a church hall with a lofty, gabled ceiling, but once you’ve got a fire crackling away it feels cosy-warm. Exploring the surrounding area, you’ll find Beighton’s famous 14th-century church a short walk away and an Alpaca centre for a day out with the kids. This home is pretty much equidistant between the buzzing medieval city of Norwich (19km away) and the Victorian seaside town of Great Yarmouth (18km away) with its long stretch of beach. A five-minute drive away lies the market town of Acle – gateway to the Norfolk Broads.


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What to expect


Highlights

Putter down the Norfolk Broads on a chartered boat, a ten-minute drive away

Putter down the Norfolk Broads on a chartered boat, a ten-minute drive away

Drink Pimms in the sunshine on festive lawn deckchairs

Drink Pimms in the sunshine on festive lawn deckchairs

Surround yourself with greenery whatever the weather in the fabulous conservatory

Surround yourself with greenery whatever the weather in the fabulous conservatory

Get a roaring fire going in the living room on blustery nights

Get a roaring fire going in the living room on blustery nights

Stay in the tranquility of the Norfolk countryside, surrounded by fields

Stay in the tranquility of the Norfolk countryside, surrounded by fields

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Home truths

    One of the bedrooms has a set of bunkbeds so would be best suited to children

    The only bathroom upstairs is the main ensuite so those staying in the twin room will need to go downstairs to use the family bathroom

    In a remote location, having a car is recommended and there is private parking for up to four cars

    For those with reduced mobility, there's a ground-floor bedroom and bathroom here

    If you're working remotely, there is a study room

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Parking available

Washing machine

Garden

Patio / terrace

TV

Bedrooms & bathrooms

4 bedrooms, 6 beds

2 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Arrange a chef

Baby sitting

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Additional fees

  • Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, private chefs, airport transfers, and car hire

  • If you’re travelling with children, your host can organise babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged at a cost of £475-£670 per week

  • If you’re planning to cook during your stay, your host can arrange a recipe box delivery service for an additional fee

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

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

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Local guide


About Norfolk

With a coastline defined as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Norfolk Broads boasting National Park status, there’s plenty to keep nature lovers occupied in Norfolk. Great Yarmouth enjoys the best of both worlds where a long beach provides days of paddling in the shallows and wandering the promenade, ice-cream in hand. It also acts as the jumping-off point for boat trips puttering into the wildlife-filled Broads. Further...

Explore the area

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

Explore Caister Castle and Vintage Car Museum

Explore Caister Castle and Vintage Car Museum

Climb the tower for stunning views, then immerse yourself in an enormous collection of vintage cars. Don't miss the beautifully presented museum. A great day out for car enthusiasts.

13 min
Explore Fairhaven Woodland & Water Garden

Explore Fairhaven Woodland & Water Garden

A beautiful setting for a family day out, with wildlife stamps, boat rides, and medieval ruins. Relax among the old oak trees and enjoy tea, coffee, and ice cream.

7 min
Dine at Acle Bridge Inn

Dine at Acle Bridge Inn

This busy pub offers excellent service, delicious food and a good selection of drinks. Enjoy the beautiful circular roofed dining area and friendly staff. Extensive mooring available for cruisers.

14 min
Head to Castle Carvery for Sunday lunch

Head to Castle Carvery for Sunday lunch

Enjoy a delicious British meal at this family-friendly restaurant. Indulge in perfectly cooked meats and piping hot vegetables. The friendly staff will make your dining experience memorable.

17 min

Get around

Airport

Norwich

26 min

London Stansted

2 hr 10 min

London Southend

2 hr 25 min

Train station

Acle

6 min

Bus stop

Kings Head

7 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

7 min

Cafe

22 min

Pharmacy

7 min

Points of interest

Beach

North Denes Beach Gt Yarmouth

22 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No parties or events

No pets

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    60

    days

    Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Oliver

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.

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