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Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable

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Exterior
TV, fireplace
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Peony Cottage is a super country cottage; cosy, comfortable and with an easy-on-the-eye contemporary style, located in the peaceful rural village of Helhoughton. Step into the well-equipped dining kitchen or unwind after exploring North Norfolk by the ultra-efficient Clearview wood burning stove in the bright sitting room that has views over the garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable

A super country cottage; cosy and comfortable for dogs (and their owners!) Located in the peaceful rural village of Helhoughton. With king-size and a super-king / twin beds, this delightful calming cottage will definitely help you to refresh and restore.

A typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage, pretty Peony Cottage was built in the Victorian era and, following a full refurbishment in 2019, now enjoys a fresh and contemporary, country vibe enhanced by tasteful Farrow & Ball colours throughout. On the ground floor, entering the cottage via a welcoming entrance lobby, that sits adjacent to a very pleasant, well-equipped dining kitchen, with the benefit of luxurious Karndean flooring. Next door, a bright sitting room with views over the garden has an ultra-efficient Clearview wood burning stove adding extra warmth and an ambient glow on cooler days, encouraging you to unwind after busy day. From here, a small rear hallway leads up to the first floor via quite steep (but straight) stairs, but a sturdy hand rail helps you on your way. Upstairs you will find two inviting bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a super-king which can be made up as twin beds, if preferred. Both are served by a large, smart modern shower room. Outside to the front of the cottage a landscaped, fully enclosed and private south facing cottage garden is a lovely option for somewhere quiet to sit and relax, or enjoy dining al fresco, on a warm, sunny day.

Tucked away on a quiet village road, where roadside parking is easily found, this pretty cottage is ideal if you are looking for a peaceful rural break. It's an attractive option for a couple or two, friends or a small family. Helhoughton is a charming village made up of flint cottages surrounded by beautiful countryside. Just south west of the market town of Fakenham, where you will find excellent local amenities, a renowned weekly market and a popular National Hunt Racecourse, and fifteen to twenty minute drive from the popular coastal resort of Wells-next-the-Sea. It's a super base for exploring this beautiful area of North Norfolk, perfect for walking and cycling as well as visiting local attractions such as Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, Sculthorpe Hawk & Owl Trust and Houghton Hall with its celebrated annual sculpture exhibitions by prominent artists.

Additional Information:
Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Hypoallergenic duvets and pillows.
Please bring your own original size pods for the Nespresso Pixie coffee machine.
Travel cot and high chair available on request. Please bring your own linen for the cot.

Property manager

Norfolk Hideaways

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
565920

About the neighborhood

Map
Norfolk, Helhoughton

What's nearby

  • Houghton Hall - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 13 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 16 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Sandringham House - 17 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Pensthorpe Natural Park - 21 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Kings Lynn Station - 23 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gallery Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fox & Hounds - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aldiss - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Houghton Hall, Pensthorpe Natural Park, and The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham. Castle Acre Priory and Bircham Windmill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

James B.

Quiet Country Retreat

We loved our stay in Peony cottage, it was sparkling clean and on a very quiet road. The furnishing was well chosen, bed super comfortable and loved the wood burner for the cold nights. WiFi is serviceable but a bit erratic which is expected in the countryside, the pots and pans supplied don’t always work well on the induction job but we managed. Those were tiny things in an otherwise fantastic stay. Wells-Next-The-Sea is close and great for a walk on the beach. This is a great spot for accessing all of North Norfolk. Recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Sonschi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week summer break in August

We had a lovely time at the Peony Cottage. The cottage was very clean and well presented, and exceeded our expectations. The owners were kind enough to leave us with some supplies to get us started. The information pack was very useful, it told us all we need to know about the property. There was information about the local area and nearest amenities. Thank for enabling us have a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

A beautiful cosy cottage

We stayed 5 days in Peony Cottage and we really didn't want to leave. Its beautifully decorated and furnished, and well equipped. If you can bear to pull yourself away from the woodburner, it's only a 30 min drive to the beautiful north Norfolk coast and an easy drive to Holkham ,Wells Next The Sea, Titchwell and Brancaster We loved our stay and will be back .
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10/10 Excellent

Window frames

Inside window frames need a good spring clean - apart from that the cottage was excellent - pity to spoil the appearance of the cottage by a simple oversight
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8/10 Good

Very well appointed and fitted out cottage in a pleasant and quiet village setting

It appears this cottage is a recent addition to the portfolio and as a result it seemed fresh and new in the level of equipment and comfort, with thoughtful extras provided, such as a welcoming cake on arrival and a very good supply of information leaflets.
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay in Peony Cottage in the quiet village of Helhoughton in rural Norfolk.

We spent a really lovely week in Peony Cottage. It was well equipped and tastefully furnished and decorated. Everything was of a high standard. It was a real home from home, the perfect place to relax and unwind. We enjoyed exploring the towns of Holt, Wells next the Sea and Cley. There are many beautiful coastal walks about 30 minutes from the cottage. We tried out many of the independent coffee shops and restaurants, also enjoyed meals at the nearby Dabbling Duck and the Crown Inn pubs. Peony Cottage is, as it says, in rural Norfolk. If you are looking for peace and quiet and are happy to drive a bit to explore, it is the perfect base for a lovely holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Our second visit to Peony Cottage.

Peony Cottage is beautifully appointed, well equipped, very clean and comfortable and a fabulous base from which to explore north Norfolk.
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10/10 Excellent

Shefali K.

Comfortable and cosy cottage

We had a lovely stay here. The cottage was extremely clean and comfortable. The kitchen is really well equipped which was great. We would eat out during the day and then cook in the evenings. Good location to explore north Norfolk.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous stay at Peony Cottage

Peony Cottage exceeded all our expectations. The cottage was perfect for us, beautifully decorated interior and quality, comfortable furnishings. Very well equipped kitchen. The cottage was immaculately maintained and spotlessly clean. The surrounding area is beautiful, but unfortunately the weather wasn’t kind to us so we didn’t do quite as much as we hoped. However Peony Cottage was a real home from home and a lovely place to chill in. The location of the cottage is very peaceful. Our only issue was eating out in the evening as apart from The Crown, at East Rudham, other good options were a at least 20-35 minutes away. We will definitely recommend Peony Cottage to our friends and very much hope to stay there again.