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The Hay House

Thursford, near Holt, Norfolk
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Attractive barn conversion on small family-owned working farm
  • Get a great night’s sleep in the attractive mezzanine sleeping area
  • Fire up the BBQ and dine alfresco in the south-facing courtyard

Property code: OC-1142

The Hay House is an attractive conversion on a small family-owned working farm. It is on the outskirts of the village and there is access to the surrounding farmland with the owner's permission. Many original features have been retained and there is an attractive mezzanine sleeping area which will be popular with children and the young at heart. Outside there is a south-facing covered area which provides a sheltered sitting area and is ideal for barbecues.  Shop: 2 miles Pub: 1 mile

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD and CD hi-fi  Dining Area with table, six chairs and a stool  Kitchen Area with electric cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Wet Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Mezzanine Level
with twin beds, this area has exposed beams and a sloping ceiling

Garden: Gravel area to front and secure courtyard area to the rear of property with table, chairs and barbecue. Grassed area beside the property also available.
Parking: Driveway for three large cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, WiFi, stairgate located at the top of the stairs, books and games. Travel cot on request.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Notes: This is a non-smoking property. 

Thursford is located midway between the towns of Fakenham and Holt and only a few miles from the North Norfolk coast. It is an excellent location for a holiday, offering visitors the chance to enjoy the peace and quiet of a rural setting but also providing easy access to the many attractions in the area. The village is best known for the Thursford Collection, but is also home to Thursford Wood, a medieval wood pasture containing some of the oldest trees in the country.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size with en-suite wet room, 1 double, 1 single, 1 twin in mezzanine
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 with bath, shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite wet room with shower and WC
  • Electric cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot, high chair, stairgate
  • TV, DVD player and CD hi-fi
  • Gravel area to front and secure courtyard area to the rear with BBQ, table and chairs. Grassed area beside the property also available
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Enjoy access to the surrounding farmland with the owner's permission
  • Pub 1 mile, shop 2 miles, beach 9 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Beth Hall

This property is personally managed by Beth.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Stephen 7th June 2026

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Reviewed by Linda 11th May 2026

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Lovely holiday stay. Warm, clean and great location. Near to main coast road but far enough away not to hear any traffic. Beds really comfy as were the sofas. Lovely walk straight from property, highly recommend.

Reviewed by Martin 2nd April 2026

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An outstanding property in a great location. Clean, cosy and very welcoming, with milk in the fridge and flowers on the table. The owners are very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Cathy 5th October 2025

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Lovely cottage, fantastic location very friendly and helpful owners

Reviewed by Paul 28th September 2025

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We enjoyed our holiday very much .

Reviewed by Michael 11th August 2025

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The Hay house was beautiful and in a stunning location. Pauline and Kevin were very helpful ,friendly and made us feel welcome.

Reviewed by Paul 15th June 2025

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Lovely barn conversion in quiet rural location in close proximity to the coast and many sites of interest.

Reviewed by Clare 11th May 2025

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Perfect for us and the dogs. Great location for seeing the area. Very welcoming.

Reviewed by Kevin 23rd March 2025

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Beautiful cottage . Peaceful location. Close to the coast and lovely beaches

Reviewed by Jane 29th September 2024

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Location is really good for exploring North Norfolk. Really peaceful position at the end of the village. Enclosed dog field was ideal for us and we made the most of the outdoor seating. Really well equipped kitchen and beds were really comfy.

Reviewed by Anna 22nd September 2024

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This house is in a lovely location in North Norfolk and has some gorgeous countryside surrounding it. The host Pauline was very accessible and did all she could to make our stay as comfortable as it could be and when we asked her for anything she responded quickly and positively.

Reviewed by Dawn 8th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jill 26th August 2024

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Lovely well appointed cottage in very good location. Great outdoor space for children and dogs.

Reviewed by Angela 18th August 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 14th July 2024

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Fantastic barn conversion on the edge of a small hamlet. Very peaceful , very well equipped and the owners are very approachable and helpful. Given the chance I would gladly buy this property to live in myself that's how much i like it and the location.

Reviewed by Carol 7th July 2024

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Lovely cottage in a really good location. Ample off road parking and the covered outdoor area was a bonus. Dog able to roam freely outside and there was shade from the sun or cover from the rain, which ever way you choose to look at it.

Reviewed by Greg 1st July 2024

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3rd time we have stayed here. Location is good as in between Holt & Fakenham and nearest beaches under 10 miles. Very comfortable and large garden is ideal for the dogs. Its in a quiet village and is well equipped.

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