Holly Lodge

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“A quaint trio of cottages set in picturesque Norfolk. Traditionally designed throughout with cast iron beds, exposed stone walls, flagstone floors and inglenook fireplaces. The relaxed and friendly service, indulgent breakfasts and pretty setting make this a fine choice.”

Hotel review

It would be hard to find a more picture-perfect, sleepy village than Thursford. And this pretty blue-shuttered, cottage B&B fits the scene. It’s a slightly quirky set-up, but nevertheless seems to work. Three rooms, with individual front doors, are in the converted stables and are as cutely cottagey - and small - as you could wish with beamed ceilings, slate floors and low windows. Furniture is a mix of country antiques - perhaps a brass bedstead or Arts and Crafts wardrobe - and contemporary pieces. There are smart touches, such as coffee machines and a complimentary bottle of wine - though bathrooms are a squeeze. Three further rooms are in the main cottage; larger, swisher and more country-chic, but less private. Breakfast is taken in the cottage’s large conservatory - all flagged floor, cream walls and rush-seat chairs - while the adjoining sitting room, with its wood-burner, honesty bar and big sofas, is free to use as you please. From the garden, you can walk across fields to the village church. Although the village has no pub or shop, the smart Georgian market-town of Holt, with bistros and tea-rooms, is 10 minutes’ away.

Helen Pickles
Helen Pickles Review published: 26/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Country Escape

    • A quintessentially British stay. Pretty cottages, friendly service and scenic gardens.

  • Museums

    • Thursford Collection - world’s largest steam traction engine collection

  • Cycling

    • Find ideal conditions for cycling with relatively flat and quiet roads.

  • Sailing

    • For sailing lessons head to the schools in Blakeney and Brancaster.

  • Great walks

    • Take a hotel map and explore the picturesque Norfolk Coastal Path

  • Birdwatching

    • Norfolk has an ever-changing range of migrant and wading birds.

  • Wildlife Area

    • Visit the 500-strong colony of wild seals on Blakeney Point.

  • Local markets

    • Charming Holt, only 10 minutes away

  • Restrictions on children

    • Children over 14 are welcomed

  • No restaurant

    • Breakfast served

  • Sights nearby

    • Holkham Hall

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Less £

  • Quiet

  • Full of character

  • Owner managed

  • Secluded setting

  • Romantic

  • Intimate

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • Farmhouse

  • Village

  • Antiques

  • Boutique

  • B&B

Facilities

  • Rooms

    6 rooms in this hotel

  • Restrictions on children

    Children over 14 are welcomed

  • No restaurant

    Breakfast served

  • Wifi

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Parking

  • Disabled access

  • Garden

Activities

  • Museums

    • Thursford Collection - world’s largest steam traction engine collection

  • Cycling

    • Find ideal conditions for cycling with relatively flat and quiet roads.

  • Sailing

    • For sailing lessons head to the schools in Blakeney and Brancaster.

  • Great walks

    • Take a hotel map and explore the picturesque Norfolk Coastal Path

  • Birdwatching

    • Norfolk has an ever-changing range of migrant and wading birds.

  • Wildlife Area

    • Visit the 500-strong colony of wild seals on Blakeney Point.

  • Local markets

    • Charming Holt, only 10 minutes away

  • Sights nearby

    • Holkham Hall

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