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Docking Bishops Retreat

Docking, Norfolk
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A charming period cottage with many original features including exposed beams and fireplace
  • The beautiful beaches of Holkham, Brancaster and Holme are perfect for an afternoon stroll
  • Lots of local attractions for the kids include, Bewilderwood, The Dinosaur Adventure Park and Banham Zoo
Overview
Property code: 43950

DELIGHTFUL COTTAGE CLOSE TO THE NORTH NORFOLK COAST AND BEACHES

A charming dog friendly period cottage dating back to 1731, situated in a conservation area in the popular village of Docking. The cottage retains many original features including exposed beams and fireplace.

Close to the property lies the pretty Georgian village of Burnham Market with its boutique shops and gastropubs, along with the Sandringham Estate, home of the King. Stunning stately homes close by include Holkham Hall and Houghton Hall and English Heritage properties at Castle Rising and Castle Acre. Beaches in the area (many of which are dog friendly) include Brancaster, Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham. Other local attractions include the Dinosaur Adventure Park, Pensthorpe Natural Park, Bewilderwood and Snettisham Park Farm.

Guests entering this charming period cottage are led through to a country style kitchen/diner with exposed timber beams, which is well equipped having an electric Range oven with hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. The cottage offers a cosy lounge with comfortable sofas, Wi-Fi, a Smart TV with Netflix, exposed timber beams and an original brick fireplace with wood burner (1st basket of logs included). There is a cloakroom (having WC and wash hand basin) and a king size bedroom with feature stone fireplace, exposed beams and wooden flooring on the ground level. Also, on the ground floor is the family shower room comprising of a shower, WC and wash hand basin. On the first floor (accessed via steep cottage style stairs), you will find a king size bedroom with exposed beams and a twin bedroom.

Outside: An enclosed garden with garden furniture. Having off-road parking for 2 cars (no vans).

  • Bedrooms - 2 king size bedrooms (one of which is situated on the ground floor), 1 twin bedroom
  • Family shower room, Cloakroom on the ground floor
  • Electric range oven and hob, microwave and dishwasher, fridge/freezer,washing machine/dryer
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Wood burner (1st basket of logs included)
  • Towels provided (please bring your own beach towels)
  • Steep cottage style stairs and a deep step into lounge
  • Private enclosed patio with garden furniture
  • Off road parking for 2 cars (Vans, caravans, motorhomes, trade vehicles or boats are not permitted)
  • Shop and pub within walking distance, beach 5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Lee Cousins

This property is personally managed by Lee.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rebecca 11th April 2025

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Lovely little cottage in a beautiful village with cosy log burner, power shower and feather pillows. Kitchen well equipped for cooking in with big range oven. The local chippy up the road saved us on our late arrival - worth a visit. Great access to the beaches and beautiful Norfolk countryside. Very prompt and diligent responses from the landlord Read moreduring our stay. Hide

Reviewed by Kathy 7th April 2025

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Reviewed by Fiona 14th March 2025

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Lovely place overall, completely secure garden for our dogs. Well located to do lots of things from beach walks to forest wanders. Was cold when we arrived but that may have been because it's old stone built but once heating on and fire lit warmed up OK. Would have liked a visitor book for people to leave their recommendations and finds for others Read moreto benefit from. Enjoyable stay overall Hide

Reviewed by Lee 22nd February 2025

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Reviewed by Linda 17th February 2025

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We were very pleased with our cottage. Clean, well equipped in kitchen - lots of crockery and glasses which you don't often get! Beds very comfortable. Garden secure for dog. Also location very good as only about 15mins drive from Brancaster which is a beautiful beach and ideal for dog walks. Also quite central to reach lots of nice villages. WouldRead more recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Teresa 22nd December 2024

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Absolutely loved our Christmas stay at Bishops Retreat! Home from Home with all facilities. Cottage very cosy with a lovely woodburner, such a scene setter on a cold winters day. Nice bottle of fiz and chocolates as a welcome treat! I can imagine how lovely this would be in the summer too- already recommended to friends!

Reviewed by Janice 8th November 2024

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Our 3rd visit says it all! A well equipped cosy and comfortable property in an ideal location. Enclosed garden for our dogs too.

Reviewed by Valerie 18th October 2024

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Reviewed by Katie 11th October 2024

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Lovely cottage had everything we needed, very close to dog friendly beaches.

Reviewed by Phil 27th September 2024

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Excellent cottage in a great location for the attractions of the area.

Reviewed by Sue 20th September 2024

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I enjoyed staying at Bishops Retreat for the close location to the beautiful Norfolk coast and nature reserves as I am a very keen walker , lovely cosy comfortable cottage

Reviewed by John 30th August 2024

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Very clean and comfortable property, also well.equipped with kitchen equipment. Enclosed garden safe for dogs and children. Only downside was the very busy road outside the house.

Reviewed by Tracy 2nd August 2024

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This was our second stay at Bishops Retreat. Its such a lovely cottage with everything you could possibly need - beds are comfy, the kitchen is very well-equipped and the living room is cosy. Its in a great location for exploring the North Norfolk coast, with the fantastic beaches of Brancaster and Thornham close by. I imagine we'll be back!

Reviewed by Isabel 26th July 2024

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Lovely property in a quiet and very friendly village. The chip shop is very close and does the best fish supper so remember to have cash on you as they dont take cards. There is a Spar nearby for essentials and cash machine. There is a playground with zip wire,football nets, basketball court etc but no dogs allowed in that area but dog poo bins on Read morethe edge where they are allowed. There is a gravel driveway so careful if your pup has sensitive paws.Lots of beaches nearby! Hide

Reviewed by Rosie 31st May 2024

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Reviewed by Jean 15th April 2024

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Reviewed by Glynis 5th April 2024

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The cottage is full of character, homely, cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is very well equipped and perfect for self-catering. The beds were very warm and comfortable. Location of the property couldnt have been better, a perfect base for exploring the Norfolk coast.

Reviewed by Clive 22nd March 2024

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Wow!!! This cottage is superb in every respect it is very well equipped and extremely comfortable we have just returned and were very fortunate with the weather. Docking is ideally located for all North Norfolk treasures with plenty of attractions nearby. We would certainly return hopefully in the near future.

Reviewed by Karen 15th March 2024

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Lovely cottage in a nice village. not far from some lovely beaches. Local residents are really friendly and made us feel welcomed.

Reviewed by Janice 23rd February 2024

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Our 2nd visit! Ticks all the boxes. A lovely cosy cottage. Great location and off road parking too. Ideal for dogs. We had a great visit.

Reviewed by Vicky 29th December 2023

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Just back from a lovely stay at this cottage, for New year its a lovely little village and the cottage made our stay enjoyable.

Reviewed by Carita 20th October 2023

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We loved it! Cosy and everything there you need! We didn't want to come home

Reviewed by Ron 30th September 2023

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Great Location, perfect for the dogs, they were very safe in the enclosed garden, off road parking, well equipped kitchen, just what we needed,

Reviewed by Linda 1st September 2023

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Lovely cottage in a great location, small garden but nice to sit with a drink. Good parking. Lovely village with a weekly farmers market in the village hall.

Reviewed by Lesley 18th August 2023

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Reviewed by Marlene 28th July 2023

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Reviewed by Anna 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Jacqueline 17th June 2023

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Reviewed by Tracey 19th May 2023

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We had a lovely week at this cottage. It's well located for north Norfolk exploring. It's very comfy, decorated beautifully and has a lovely large kitchen. A deep step to the living room might make it tricky to access for those with limited mobility There's a secure patio garden but no view & its shaded by around 4 pm but if you've enjoyed the NorfRead moreolk countryside all day this is not really an issue. Great bridleway for dog walking at end of road almost opposite the village fish & chip shop. Hide

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