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

Apartment in Fakenham with kitchen and fireplace

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TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Helhoughton, Norfolk
  • Place, Pensthorpe Natural Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle Acre Priory
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandringham House
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Fakenham

At this apartment, you'll be 10 km (6.2 mi) from Houghton Hall and 12.5 km (7.8 mi) from Pensthorpe Natural Park. .Apartment features a fireplace, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.

What's nearby

  • Pensthorpe Natural Park - 13 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Castle Acre Priory - 15 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Houghton Hall - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 18 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Sandringham House - 20 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fox and Hound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonalds - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Barn - ‬9 min drive

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.

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
565920

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable?

The closest beach to Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable is Holkham Bay (19.2 km).

Does Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable?

No, Typical Norfolk brick and flint character cottage which is cosy and comfortable does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very pretty and cleanPositives:Lovely Comfortable bedsNice Xmas decorationsGenerally nicely decorated and accessorised property Enclosed Garden was perfect for the dog PeacefulWiFi was great Great location for exploring by car Things to considerIf you are advertising as dog friendly you are dog friendly - disappointed to see the signs detailing restrictions for the dogA fridge freezer would be beneficial- we found ourselves defrosting the excessively frosted ice box to useThe shower needs a better showerhead The TV needs an aerial to access freeview to be able to flick channels rather than having to stream everythingOn the whole we had a lovely time just few things that would have made it perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonschi C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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