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South Lodge West

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Log Cabin / Lodge
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
Complex
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At a glance

  • A unique and characterful lodge on the grand Holkham Estate
  • Enjoy a couple’s retreat in the countryside with a cosy wood burner
  • Walk around the beautifully kept grounds in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Property code: OC-1940

Located in Holkham Estate, there are plenty of beautiful spots and romantic walks on your doorstep. Explore the woodland in Holkham Park or take a boat out onto the peaceful lake. Relax at Holkham Beach (4 miles) or visit a tearoom in the picturesque coastal village of Cley (12 miles). Discover the wildlife in one of the best places in the UK for birdwatching at Salthouse Marshes (14 miles). Dine out at Holkham village (3 miles) to try the fine local produce.

Approaching the property, the design, by well-known architect S. S. Teulon, is unusual and endearing. Stepping inside, your eyes will be drawn to the pretty wood burner. With a sofa for two opposite it, you can cosy up for the evening by the crackling fire with a glass of wine. On your left is the kitchen area, which has a toaster, kettle and fridge for making breakfast and a hot drink. Walking through the room across the wooden floor, you’ll notice the beautiful tracery over the windows. When you’re ready for a good night's sleep, the cosy bedroom offers a king-size bed for you to sink into. Inside the bathroom, you’ll find a shower cubicle and WC.

When the sun is shining, the enclosed lawned garden area is the perfect place to be to relax while listening to the singing birds. There’s private parking for two cars at the property.

  • 1 bedroom - 1 king-size
  • 1 bathroom with shower and WC
  • Microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer
  • Welcome gift
  • Electric central heating
  • Wood burner with a starter pack of briquettes
  • TV and DVD player
  • Dial-up Wi-Fi
  • Please note: due to the rural location there is reduced connectivity and WiFi signal is not always reliable
  • Enclosed lawned garden with furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Bike hire available
  • Shop and pub 5 miles
  • Also included -  Guests get passes for access to free parking at our car parks located at : Holkham Park, Holkham Village, Holkham beach, Lady Anne’s drive, Wells beach, Wells town, Holkham Road. Guests also receive a 10% discount card for use at the following :The Victoria Inn, Holkham, Beach cafe, Wells, The Courtyard Cafe & gift shop, Holkham, The Lookout, Holkham National Nature Reserve, Standard admissions to Holkham Hall, Holkham Stories and the Walled garden. (Please check the Holkham website for up to date opening times).
  • mobile signal is variable
  • The southern entrance has occasional agricultural traffic and is actively managed for game shooting
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Jodie McCallum

This property joined our collection in 2019 and is managed by Jodie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 37 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jason, 27th October 2024

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Reviewed by Valerie, 19th October 2024

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Great little cottage very suitable for 2 people. Beautifully furnished. Lots of local restaurants locally and terrific Holkam Hall and walled garden is a "must" visit.

Reviewed by Declan, 30th September 2024

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Reviewed by Justine, 17th September 2024

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Will go again very pet friendly and beautifully peaceful

Reviewed by Rod, 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by James, 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Maxine, 23rd August 2024

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Lovely, peaceful location. Accommodation clean and comfortable, especially the bed. Perfect spot for a long weekend (limited cooking facilities not ideal for a longer stay). Secure garden perfect for visitors with dogs.

Reviewed by William, 15th July 2024

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Reviewed by Keith, 2nd July 2024

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Reviewed by Susan, 21st June 2024

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Clean and comfortable, excellent location but NO OVEN OR HOB.

Reviewed by Julia, 18th May 2024

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A lovely property in a beautiful location surrounded by fantastic wildlife. Very clean and comfortable. The welcome bag and dog treats were much appreciated! Great walks throughout the park and to the idyllic Holkham beach. Look forward to returning.

Reviewed by Lorraine, 2nd May 2024

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Very clean, lovely and warm accommodation. The bed was very comfy. Loved the ornate windows, and the historic element of the Gatehouse. The wildlife was amazing; deer, hare, bats, toads, Red Kites and birds of prey.

Reviewed by Penelope, 28th April 2024

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Excellent bed, very good heating, really appreciated it as very cold during our stay.

Reviewed by Martin, 6th March 2024

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Comfortable and bijou, with everything you need for a long weekend. Fantastic access to all the facilities and grounds of the Estate. Beautifully quiet and dark at night, well definitely book again.

Reviewed by Rachel, 29th February 2024

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Reviewed by Richard, 26th February 2024

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The cottage was just as described and in a wonderful setting.

Reviewed by Terry, 30th January 2024

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An ideal base for exploring Holkham and the surrounding area

Reviewed by Bruce, 14th December 2023

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Lovely, cosy lodge, well equipped. Really comfortable bed. We had a great 3 night stay.

Reviewed by Barbara, 10th December 2023

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Reviewed by Adrian, 12th November 2023

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Reviewed by Robiin, 8th October 2023

Booked for our son's wedding at the Marble hall at Holkham which was fantastic. We loved being on the estate in our own cosy lodge. The cottage was very clean and well equipped and a lovely touch with the welcome pack, beds were super comfortable too. The cottage was much bigger than we expected , nice to have a the water softener too. Location - jRead moreust spoilt for choice, hired E-bikes for most of our stay and cycled to Wells next the Sea. Wood burner was great, felt like a real home from home. Estate staff were super friendly and helpful, a hidden gem! We will be back! Hide

Reviewed by Linda, 19th September 2023

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Reviewed by Elizabeth, 26th August 2023

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Reviewed by Simon, 2nd August 2023

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Reviewed by Alan, 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Anne, 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Rebecca, 25th June 2023

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This is a lovely property, just the right size for 2 (and a dog). It was nice and clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated. The location is great - good places on the doorstep for walking the dog and an enclosed garden (although not accessible directly from the property). Lots of dog friendly eateries nearby. The Victoria was lovely with great fRead moreood and friendly staff. The Golden Fleece in Wells also served great food and staff were really nice. Lots to do in the surrounding area and lots to see in Holkham itself too. Hide

Reviewed by Jacqueline, 17th June 2023

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Loved the cottage in a beautiful location. It was lovely, clean and comfortable and the food gifts were appreciated. It was a pleasure to stay in such an historical setting and we will hopefully return. Thank you.

Reviewed by Joanne, 12th June 2023

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Very impressed with the communication and clear instructions from this company

Reviewed by Stuart And Yvonne, 10th June 2023

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WiFi connection very unreliable. My husband connected to South Lodge East; I had no connection..one night no tv connection. Coffee table in sitting area past sell by date. Would have been nice to have cooker hob and larger freezer space. (Corner where fridge is could house small fridge freezer if the small bit of work top removed. Overall very Read morepleased, thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Sue, 17th May 2023

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We loved the location and the area was great for dogs and walking. We also were glad of the parking/hotel and shops discount card and the free electric charging point. Down side - no direct access to the garden, meant coat and shoes and leads on dogs first thing to get them outside. No oven meant having to eat out a lot, although the Victoria does Read moredo lovely meals. Hide

Reviewed by Caroline, 16th May 2023

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I don't remember seeing that the wifi was dial up only when we booked but really not worth having. The book that provides details of the cottage stated something about making sure you log out of netflix if you use it but I'm not sure how anyone could use netflix on the tv currently in the cottage, not sure if has recently been changed so maybe it Read moreshould be updated. The food package that greeted us was nice but would have be good to include some milk although I appreciate not everyone drinks milk these days so a difficult one to balance. If asked then yes I would but it's not something I tend to do just in case what I experience is not what they experience. Hide

Reviewed by Mark, 11th April 2023

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With the location this would be an ideal luxury break. The goodie box was a waste of time with no essentials, not even milk. A small combined oven hob would have been useful. The sofa was awful. I understand location as a selling point but a few little changes and I would be coming back time and time again,

Reviewed by Mark, 5th April 2023

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Reviewed by David, 27th March 2023

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Over bombarded with unnecessary emails and texts! Especially regarding the time to leave by, on our last day!!!

Reviewed by Lynne, 20th March 2023

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The lodge was very clean, the bed and bedding very comfortable and luxurious. The kitchen area was small which was a shame but, if you're not intending to cook or, you arrive in summer months, eating outside would be fine. The estate is beautiful and all staff we met were really helpful and friendly.

Reviewed by Arnold, 7th January 2023

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There was no hob or oven and this should have been made clear at the outset.

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