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Dentford Heights

Gressenhall, Norfolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
No Dogs
4
star
Parking on site / nearby
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Tennis Court
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Spacious and sensitively-modernised 19th century home in the heart of rural Norfolk
  • Take in the views of the sheep, cattle and horses grazing in the adjacent meadow as you sip a cold drink on the terrace
  • The perfect retreat for large groups of family and friends

Property code: OC-1765

This elegant 19th-century detached home sits on the outskirts of the delightful village of Gressenhall, providing the perfect rural escape for large families or groups of friends. Take the opportunity to visit Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse (1 mile), where you can browse the Museum of Norfolk Life. The kids are sure to love the adventure playground and visiting the farm animals. Alternatively, head into the town of Dereham (3.5 miles) to enjoy a round of golf, or make your way into the cathedral city of Norwich (19 miles) to stroll up lovely Medieval cobbled street of Elm Hill or visit the Dragon Hall, an outstanding Grade-I listed Medieval trading hall dating from 1430.

Step inside this impressive historic home and you’ll find yourself in a spacious and stylish kitchen/dining/family room – the social heart of the home. Slip onto a sofa and make yourself home in front of the TV or turn up the radio with its Bluetooth speaker. When it’s time to eat, make your way to the light and bright kitchen area, where you’ll find everything you need to bring out your inner chef – an electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There’s also a handy pantry with a safe and a utility room with a washing machine and dryer. Get everyone together for dinner at the beautiful table in front of the bifold French doors – the garden views are lovely. After dinner, make yourself comfortable in front of the TV by the wood burner in the Snug/TV room. A double bedroom with en-suite shower room and wood burner completes the ground-floor layout. Upstairs on the first-floor you’ll find a further three bedrooms – a double with an en-suite shower room and two singles (one with farmland views) – as well as a stylish family bathroom with a roll-top bath and shower cubicle. Up on the second floor you’ll find the final bedroom, a lovely double with en-suite bathroom with bath.

Outside you’ll find a fabulous garden with a paved terrace. Fine dine alfresco at the table on the terrace. After dinner, take a few steps down to lawn and go for a stroll in the orchard area. The house also enjoys access to the surrounding woodland with its trails, streams and ponds. There is also a tennis court available at owners' house, which is just a few minutes away. Driveway parking is available for up to five vehicles.

  • 5 bedrooms – 3 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (2 with shower rooms, 1 with bath), 2 single bedrooms (one with farmland views). Please note that the bedroom on the second floor has some restricted headroom due to sloping ceilings
  • 4 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with roll-top bath, 3 en-suites (2 with shower rooms, 1 with bath)
  • Electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot available
  • 2 wood burners
  • Oil central heating and air source heat pump to underfloor heating and radiators. Electric heaters available
  • TV, radio with Bluetooth
  • Large garden with paved terrace with table and chairs. Steps down to lawn and access to orchard area
  • Off-road parking for 5 cars
  • Accessibility – ground-floor bedroom, WC, shower room, wet room
  • Tennis court – available at owners' house just a few minutes away
  • Shop 0.25 miles, pub 0.2 miles
  • Children should be supervised at all times when close to water
  • The owners have a small farm office in the grounds of the property, as well as a studio used for music and pilates classes. There are two cloakrooms accessed from the side of the property which are available to people attending the studio, but they are used infrequently
  • The grounds are part of a working livestock farm. Farm vehicles and machinery may pass by the windows from time to time
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Grace Matthews

This property joined our collection in 2017 and is managed by Grace.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jane, 24th August 2024

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Excellent property - must be good as we returned! Extremely clean and everything in good working order. Lovely views from the property, quiet and secluded from road, but quickly onto sensible roads.

Reviewed by Andrew, 3rd July 2024

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Very nice property, especially if you have a larger group. The five bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is nicely appointed with ample dinner wear and cooking implements. The property has very spacious grounds with trails, trees, and lawns. Wildlife makes regular appearances and the cat that seems to own the property is a friendly adRead moredition. The real owners, Howard and Jane, are great host, providing the perfect balance of friendly accessibility and privacy This very large, nicely appointed, and clean property is well kept and is a hidden jem for a country vacation. Hide

Reviewed by Ria, 1st June 2024

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First full family holiday. Couldn't have booked a better place to spend the week. Owners were both lovely and very welcoming to the whole party. House is set a stunning location and the house itself is beautiful. So much space for the 3 children of the party to run around in. Rooms were wonderfully spacious and light. Kitchen sitting area is hugRead moree and fully stocked for all your needs. Outside seating area is lovely for your morning coffee or evening glass of whatever you drink. You might even catch a glimpse of the local widelife taking a stroll through the garden. A short walk to the nearest country pub where excellent food is severed and the is an area for the kids to play outside. We will 100% look to book another break at Dentford Heights. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa, 28th May 2024

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Fabulous and beautiful home with everything you could want for a perfect holiday! Would highly recommend. Very welcoming and informative hosts.

Reviewed by Sylvia, 16th November 2023

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This house is in a beautiful location just 4 miles from Dereham. The house was warm, clean and very well equipped with crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils, everything you would need in a kitchen. A lovely addition was the herbs/spices in the cupboards. The laundry room was also equipped with a washing machine and tumble dryer. A welcome pack Read moretoo was gratefully received. Thank you to the owner for making our stay so nice. I can definitely recommend this property. Hide

Reviewed by Steve, 30th October 2023

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Accommodation at Dentford Heights was perfect size for our group of 7 adults & 2 small children. Spent most of our indoor time in the vast kitchen/diner/conservatory & the outdoor space is excellent too. Our hosts were friendly, available if needed, but never intrusive. Thank you. Location wise, Gressenhall is a great base for touring Central/NoRead morerth Norfolk and anywhere from Kings Lynn to Norwich is only an easy car ride away. Plenty to do & see. Would we come back again? - Definitely. Hide

Reviewed by Jane, 29th August 2023

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An exceptionally clean and tidy house. All bedrooms comfortable and bathrooms well-appointed.Very private with fab views from all angles. Bi-fold doors from open plan, open onto a large patio, with sweeping lawn down to sheep and woods.Great views of wildlife. Easy access onto sensible roads, even-though it is in countryside and ample parking. OwneRead morers use a few buildings on site, but they are separate from house- so it still feels private. Lovely friendly and helpful owners with good helpful contact via text. I would thoroughly recommend this property - but would also like to keep it secret just for me to use! One of the best we have been to. Thankyou. Hide

Reviewed by Clare, 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by Catherine, 5th August 2023

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Reviewed by Claire, 9th July 2023

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The location of this property is superb, the equipment contained in the property are excellent, and the owners are so helpful whilst not encroaching on the guests space. This was our second visit to Dentford Heights, but it will not be our last! Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Anna and Benjamin, 14th February 2023

As always a fabulous host, such a stunning location, homely, comfortable, cosy and peaceful. Thank you for everything

Reviewed by Sally, David and family, 10th February 2023

Here for a family wedding in the village, what a superb place for a family to spend time. with great entertainment space in a stunning settings. Thank you

Reviewed by Annie, 14th January 2023

Unforgettable ...in every way. A place that feels like home with that extra special something that these beautiful host provide. Intelligent, witty, company. Thank you

Reviewed by Andrew, Caro, Richard, Hugh and Charlotte, 13th January 2023

Lovely comfortable stay

Reviewed by Carl, Tim, Jo and Janet, 12th January 2023

We have had a great time in your lovely spacious, superbly well equipped house. Surroundings are so peaceful and refreshing. Thank you Jane & Howard we will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Dharan and family, 1st January 2023

Thank you for a wonderful stay, The house has been really comfy and well equipped. Would love to visit again.

Reviewed by The Masters, 28th December 2022

we have had a wonderful Christmas here with lots of walking and bird watching, thank you for making this Christmas special. Apologies again foe the damage to the kitchen door.

Reviewed by The Politts's, 12th December 2022

Thank you for a wonderful stay, your kindness and hospitality. for involving us in the village service and introducing us to the choir and local friends.

Reviewed by The Teasdale Family, 1st November 2022

Had a brilliant family get together in this fantastic house with the perfect hosts- will try and visit again in 2023!

Reviewed by The Plumstead Friends, 30th October 2022

A wonderful place to spend a fantastic relaxing weekend with friends. A fabulous entertaining space to eat together. chat and simply chill out. Lovely little woodlands walk and great to see the cows every morning.

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