Located in the grounds of the owner’s property, this characterful two-storey cottage sits amid lawned gardens and rosebushes in the heart of the Norfolk countryside. There are walks and cycle routes from your front door, while the market towns of Dereham (3 miles) and Wydmondham (9 miles) are nearby, offering a variety of shops, pubs, restaurants, markets, and the 12th century Wydmondham Abbey. Rail buffs will love the Mid-Norfolk Railway, a historic line that connects these two towns. Further afield, visit the castle, cathedrals and vibrant shops and restaurants of the fine city of Norwich (17 miles), or head north to the coast (26 miles) for beautiful sandy beaches, coastal walks, wildlife and delicious seafood – including fish and chips, of course.
With large windows and bi-fold doors leading out to the garden, the split-level open-plan ground floor is bathed in light and tastefully decorated in cottage style. Sink into the comfortable sofas to read, watch TV, or simply relax after a long country walk. Two steps lead up into the kitchen area with oven, hob and fridge with ice box, and the two breakfast bars offer the perfect spot for a full English before a day of adventuring. There’s also an ornate French wood burner for extra warmth and cosiness. Upstairs there are two bedrooms – one king-size and one twin – with cottage-style sloping roofs, and a bathroom with shower over bath and WC.
Mature gardens circle the property bordered with trees and shrubs, and rosebushes scent the air while in bloom. Guests can prepare a BBQ and dine alfresco at the outdoor table with parasol, or pop next door to the owner’s garden for a game of boules.