Set near the glorious Sandringham Estate in the heart of Dersingham, this charming brick cottage makes an ideal base to explore West and North Norfolk’s resorts and reserves. Up to four family members, friends or romantic ramblers will love Dersingham’s local flint and carrstone architecture, its independent shops, traditional pubs, 14th-century Gothic church and magnificent tithe barn, which remains a tangible link to the Stewart past. Dersingham Bog National Nature Reserve (1 mile) is rich in mire, lowland heath and woodland, as well as giving refuge to Nightjars, owls and hawks and wandering Black Galloway cattle. Explore the Sandringham Estate (1.5 miles), the Queen’s beloved country retreat, and exquisite beaches and reserves at Snettisham and Heacham (both 5 miles), Holme Dunes (10 miles) and Titchwell (12 miles). Discover the medieval streets of King’s Lynn (10 miles), revel in seaside charm and fresh crabs at Hunstanton (7 miles), and seek elusive avocets at beautiful Blakeney Point (30 miles).
Climb one stone step into the cottage and enter the welcoming sitting room, with its TV, DVD player, and books and games. Relax on the comfortable sofas and armchair around the wood burner effect electric fire, reminiscing on thrilling days or planning ones to come. Savour local wine, beer and fresh farm fare in the bright kitchen/diner, with its table for six and feature hearth; there’s a steep step up into the sleek, galley-style kitchen. There’s a small and serene reading room with seating, and a handy ground floor cloakroom with a WC. The first-floor bathroom is nearby and has a pleasing blend of wood floors, sandy walls and white tiles. The first-floor double and twin bedrooms will lull you to sweet dreams, with their calm ambience and comfortable beds.
Spill out onto the patio on balmy nights or sunny mornings, for sweet soirees and farm-egg breakfasts. Children will love to run around the fully enclosed rear lawn, whilst you admire the flowery front garden.