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No.1 Baileygate Cottages

Castle Acre, Norfolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4
star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Original features create a unique and special stay
  • Cosy wood burner ensures ultimate relaxation even on chilly days
  • Relax in the quintessentially British, cottage garden when the sun is shining

Property code: OC-2307

This attractive and timeless end-of-terrace cottage which dates back to the 17th century in a historic rural village, is ideal for a couple or small family seeking a quiet getaway. Castle Acre is a civil parish in Norfolk with two English Heritage sites which date back to the 11th century (both less than 0.5 miles). Additionally, the village offers a fish and chip shop, pub, convenience store, and cafe (less than 0.5 miles). If you fancy a trip to the seaside, the North Norfolk coast isn’t too far – the wide expanse of sandy Brancaster Beach is 21 miles away.

As you enter this homely cottage, you’ll immediately be charmed by the characterful interiors and relaxing atmosphere. Inside the living room, your eyes will be drawn to the exposed brick chimney breast surrounding the warming wood burner, and the wooden beamed ceiling above you. Relax on the comfortable sofa or armchairs which sit amongst contemporary features and a Smart TV, illuminated by the glow of the flickering fire. Continue into the kitchen where you’ll find bespoke handmade units underneath a wooden beamed ceiling. The streams of natural light that flood this space make cooking special home-cooked meals a delightful experience. The final room on the ground floor is the garden room, which has a misted glass ceiling and a glass front which looks out onto the thriving cottage garden. In addition to the sofa, Smart TV and contemporary lighting, there’s also a dining table and chairs. Climb the steep cottage-style staircase to reach the first floor of the property. Here, you’ll find two bedrooms and a tranquil bathroom which boasts a luxurious, free-standing slipper bath as well as a rainfall shower – leaving it to you to decide whether you want a relaxing soak or a quick rinse. Make yourself at home in the master bedroom, where you can enjoy a great night’s sleep on the king-size bed and wake up and sip your morning coffee as you watch breakfast TV. There’s also a convenient utility cupboard in this room with a washer/dryer. The second bedroom is a romantic attic room, with an exposed stone wall, cathedral-style wooden-beamed ceiling and a king-size bed.

Step outside and walk down the shingle path between walls of shrubbery, blooming flowers and bushes. At the end of the path is a delightful, sheltered, paved area with comfortable and stylish outdoor chairs. This peaceful space is ideal for lighting the Weber BBQ and dining alfresco with your guests.

  • 2 king-size bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom with free-standing slipper bath, shower and WC
  • Hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer
  • Utility cupboard with washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Highchair available on request
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Underfloor heating on ground floor
  • Smart TVs in garden room, living room and master bedroom, Apple sound system
  • Garden with patio area, outdoor furniture and Weber BBQ
  • Private parking
  • Pub and shop 0.5 miles
  • Beach 18 miles
  • Please note, there is a steep cottage-style staircase to the first floor
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the first floor
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Lee Cousins

This property joined our collection in 2022 and is managed by Lee.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tracey, 27th October 2024

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There are not enough superlatives to describe our recent wonderful Norfolk stay. The reservation staff were superb in arranging a very last minute break and ensuring we had all the information we needed prior to our hasty departure. The cottage was an absolute dream. Beautiful interior decor, high quality furnishings and fixtures, all immaculately Read morepresented and set in an idyllic village location. The owners could not have provided a more generous welcome. We had a fantastic break and highly highly recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Jeremy, 22nd September 2024

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One of the best cottages we've stayed in - clean, comfortable, quiet and well equipped. We cycled to the cottage and so appreciated the excellent local shop and the very generous provision of kitchen supplies (oils, herbs etc) and welcome basket. Very convenient location in a lovely village with good cycling and walking.

Reviewed by Stephen, 15th September 2024

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We were so impressed with the cottage and how well equipped it was. A great deal of thought went into making it comfortable and welcoming.

Reviewed by Doug, 30th August 2024

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Very comfortable cottage to stay in, could not fault anything. We all really enjoyed our stay

Reviewed by Mark, 30th July 2024

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Wonderful beautiful cottage. Stunning decor and lighting. The owners have clearly spent lots of time there themselves and have been extremely generous with the amenities. We particularly liked the small details - like outdoor candle holders and blankets near the door, or the supply of gin & tonic and plenty of ice cubes in the freezer. The kitchen Read moreis well stocked too with everything youd need. Our kids loved the technology - three large TVs and the two Apple HomePods kept them entertained in the evenings. We came here for our wedding anniversary with our 6 and 9 year olds and would highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Barrie, 17th July 2024

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We loved this cottage...it has been refurbished to a very high standard and was welcoming and utterly charming...quite the best we have stayed in. The extra touches, thoughtfully provided by the owners, were extremely generous and added luxury to our stay. The village location and facilities were also excellent.

Reviewed by Andrew, 1st July 2024

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The cottage is in an excellent location within the village within a short walk of the riverside, the priory ruins, a pub, fish&chip shop and very good convenience store. It is compact, but extremely well and tastefully fitted out, spotless, and with an attractive small garden. There is some street noise and the occasional roar of military jets duriRead moreng weekdays. A pleasant and unusual surprise is that the kitchen is provisioned with useful food and drink. Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Christopher, 16th June 2024

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Excellent cottage. Very comfortable and quality of equipment was superb. Stairs are tight and could be a problem for the elderly. Would definitely return if opportunity arises.

Reviewed by Allison, 6th April 2024

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A beautiful cottage in a lovely village. The cottage was furnished to a very high standard and had everything possible for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Reviewed by John, 30th December 2023

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The cottage is located in the beautiful village of Castle Acre, with castle ruins a few minutes walk in one direction and the priority ruins a 5-10 minute walk in the other direction. The pub is about 30 seconds away! The cottage itself is fantastic; it is beautifully furnished with every utensil, facility and comfort that you might ever need. The Read moreowners have clearly put a lot of effort into making it as comfortable as possible and this makes it the perfect place to stay. Highly recommended! Hide

Reviewed by Iain, 23rd October 2023

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Reviewed by Tiffany, 15th October 2023

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Reviewed by Suzie, 8th October 2023

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A beautiful cottage in a fabulous location. Will definitely be back!

Reviewed by John, 5th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew, 26th June 2023

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A lovely cottage in a beautiful village. Very clean and comfortable with lots of little extras to make our stay more enjoyable. Beautiful walks right from the door and not too far from National Trust properties, the coast and pretty towns like Holt. Would definitely return.

Reviewed by Nicole, 30th May 2023

1 bailey gate cottage was absolutely idyllic. The owners have put so much thought and love into every aspect from the lovely dcor and furniture to the gorgeous finishing touches like the lovely hamper on arrival. The cottage had everything we needed and more. What a beautiful property in a lovely location. Thank you to the owner who suggested some Read morereally fantastic places to eat! The cottage was immaculately clean and we enjoyed every second of our stay! Hide

Reviewed by Nicole, 30th May 2023

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1 bailey gate cottage was absolutely idyllic. The owners have put so much thought and love into every aspect from the lovely decor and furniture to the gorgeous finishing touches like the lovely hamper on arrival. The cottage had everything we needed and more. What a beautiful property in a lovely location. Thank you to the owner who suggested someRead more really fantastic places to eat! The cottage was immaculately clean and we enjoyed every second of our stay! Hide

Reviewed by Lynette, 26th May 2023

Simply the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in ! Lovely place to stay with a beautiful garden and everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Fantastic food at teh George and Dragon, the Ostrich and fish and chip shop too! Priory and fords a must see. Lots of places to visit in the area - Sandringham castle a lovely full day out - Holkham Read moreHall, Gooderstone water gardens and many more Hide

Reviewed by Sharon, 19th May 2023

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Everything was "Just so !". Thank you ! We certainly hope to come again. Greta village, great walks around the priory / along the river etc and especially exciting living in the castle walls !! (we've sent photos to everyone we know!!). Pub across the road very welcoming and we enjoyed a lovely evening meRead moreal. All the named North Norfolk attractions lived up to expectations - and the sun shone ! What more could we want ! Hide

Reviewed by Nicholas, 3rd May 2023

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We deliberately chose this because it appeared to be a character property and were delighted with our choice . It was interesting period property immediately abutting a medieval gateway but had been tastefully converted into comfortable exceptionally well equipped accommodation, including an extensive welcome pack . The description quite rightlRead morey warned that the stairs were narrow, which would be an issue for the less able bodied. The table in the rear conservatory and garden gave alternative options for dining depending on the weather . Hide

Reviewed by Phillip, 16th April 2023

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Great location, well equipped comfortable cottage. Helpful friendly owners.

Reviewed by Phillip, 15th April 2023

Thanks for such a lovely stay. Four of us were here this past week. We all agree that this was the nicest cottage ever. Clearly much care has been taken with the furnishings and the amenities, (it really felt like home - only better !

Reviewed by Anonymous, 24th March 2023

Wow ! That was our first impression and the cottage just kept giving, the attention to detail throughout, what a beautiful home, we could truly live here. What a relaxing friendly village. Actually all Norfolk people are polite and also cheerful, we were able to use our NT cards and recommend Felbrigg Hall detailed halls and good walks. Oxburgh EstRead moreate with lovely walled gardens. Blickling Estate, fabulous walks around the lakes, well worth a visit to Holt. Kings Lynn has so many buildings dating from every era. Thank you J + V Hide

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