Palmers Folly

Within the vast grounds of the Holkham Estate, with its grazing deer and peaceful woodland location, Palmers Folly is tucked away on the seldom used Golden Gates Drive. Ideal for couples wanting a romantic getaway to escape from the pace of everyday life. This bijou ground floor studio offers a cosy, relaxing space with a wood burner to warm your toes after a long walk along the beautiful sandy beach flanking the estate. When it’s time to dine, it’s time to be served - elsewhere, off site, in the nearby Victoria Inn or Wells Beach Cafe. Make use of the toaster, kettle and fridge if you really must! The Folly is a Grade ll listed gatehouse with comfortable furnishings and tasteful décor. Quite the exclusive couples retreat, and you can even bring your four-legged friends for company. Shop/Pub: 1.5 miles

One level:
Open plan Sitting area with two comfortable armchairs, freeview TV, wood burner
Kitchen area with sink, toaster, kettle, mircowave, fridge with freezer compartment along with crockery, cutlery and glasses
Bedroom area with king size bed En-Suite with washbasin and wc and separate shower room

Garden: Lawned area.
Parking: Driveway for one car.
Heating: Electric central heating, wood burner.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Dogs must be kept on a lead whilst in the surrounding parkland. Please be aware of our booking information regarding pets.
Also provided: Welcome gift. Guests get passes for access to free parking at our car parks located at : Holkham Park, Holkham Village, Holkham beach, Lady Anne’s drive, Wells beach, Wells town, Holkham Road. Guests also receive a 10% discount card for use at the following :The Victoria Inn, Holkham, Beach cafe, Wells, The Courtyard Cafe & gift shop, Holkham, The Lookout, Holkham National Nature Reserve, Standard admissions to Holkham Hall, Holkham Stories and the Walled garden. (Please check the Holkham website for up to date opening times).

Notes: This is a non-smoking property. Mobile reception – poor. There is not a kitchen sink or oven provided. Please see upcoming Estate Events here. 

The Holkham Estate is in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and home to Holkham Hall, which sits proudly at the centre of the Estate with far-reaching views over the 25,000-acres of historic parkland and woodland. One of the region’s finest and most recognisable Palladian country houses and the ancestral home of the Coke family for more than 400 years. The grounds are ideal for cycling and feature many themed walks and trails, with bike hire available close to the courtyard, restaurant and gift shop. You can even take to the water on the lake during the warmer months of the year. Just outside the walls of Holkham Park is Lady Anne’s Drive which leads down to the wide-sweeping sands and big skies of the dog friendly beach, bordered by pine woods. You will also find yourself spoilt for choice when looking to eat out. The Victoria Inn in the Holkham village serves fantastic local, seasonal cuisine from dawn to dusk, whilst lunch can also be enjoyed at the Hall’s Courtyard Cafe or the Beach Cafe slightly further afield in Wells-next-the-Sea. Wells-next-the-Sea is a charming coastal town with its iconic beach huts and picturesque harbour where you can enjoy fresh shell fish or the catch of the day. Other delights nearby are Burnham Market and its sister villages, Brancaster, Cley-next-the-Sea and the town of Holt to name just a few.