No.1 Baileygate Cottages, presents a lovingly renovated end of terrace cottage dating back to the 17th Century. Located on Stocks Green in the heart of historic Castle Acre village, it nestles against The Bailey Gate, a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Every home comfort has been considered and the space has been worked perfectly to create a warm, welcoming and comfortable holiday home for small families or friends to enjoy. The cottage consists of a well-presented, cosy living space to its front, containing an exposed brick fireplace with a log burning stove, exposed beams and views out onto the historic Stocks Green. Through its renovation, the property has retained many of the building’s original features, as well as breathing new life into its historic fabric using traditional building techniques, including a newly converted loft bedroom and tasteful, contemporary furnishings throughout. A particular highlight being the garden room to the rear of the property, flooding the ground floor with natural light and warmth to enjoy all year round. With all amenities on your doorstep, No.1 provides a home-away-from-home feel and will make the perfect base for your Norfolk adventure. Shop/Pub: within walking distance
Ground Floor:
Living Room with comfortable seating, wood burner and Smart TV
Kitchen with bespoke handmade units, Belfast sink, induction hob and electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and Smeg fridge/freezer
Garden Room with dining table and chairs, Oak sideboard, Smart TV, further comfortable seating, Apple HomePod Mini Sound System, glass roof and French patio doors leading out to the garden
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with king-size bed and Smart TV. Utility Cupboard with washer/dryer.
Bedroom 2 with king-size bed and Apple HomePod Mini Sound System
Family Bathroom with free-standing slipper bath, with separate rain shower, wc, basin and heated towel rail
Garden: Patio area with garden furniture and Weber BBQ. Step down into the garden with shingle path and abundance of cottage garden plants.
Parking: Parking available at the front of the Cottage.
Heating: Underfloor heating to ground floor with column radiators to upper floor levels.
Also Provided: Bed linen and towels. Wi-Fi. Welcome pack. Hairdryers. Highchair available – please request on booking. There is no travel cot but please feel free to bring your own. No stairgate but there are doors at the top and bottom of the staircase. Starter pack and logs for wood burner.
Notes: This is a non-smoking property (including in the garden). Mobile reception – good. Please note that the staircase to the first floor is typical to a Norfolk cottage and is steep and may not be suitable for those that are less mobile. Please be aware that the owner has a NEST safety system in place and will receive alerts, e.g. if smoke is detected in the property.
Castle Acre is a pretty village steeped in history and takes its name from the walled castle built by the Normans in the 12th Century. There is plenty to occupy visitors of all ages with the Castle ruins, Cluniac Priory and the parish church of St James the Great to explore, all within walking distance of the cottage. A 2minute walk across Stocks Green, is the Ostrich Inn, a 16th Century tavern with an excellent menu and beer garden, or try Whittles Café where you can enjoy breakfast, light lunches and delicious homemade cakes. A popular walk from the village, is the Castle Acre circular walk which takes you along the River Nar and quiet woodland paths, to the village of West Acre, with its walled gardens, theatre and the ruins of an Augustinian Priory where craft beer company Duration and an art gallery are based.
The village is also well placed to discover the beautiful North Norfolk coast, all within an easy 30 to 45minute drive away, through winding country roads. Well worth a visit is Wells-next-the-Sea via Burnham Market and Holkham Hall. Castle Acre lies four miles north of Swaffham where the River Nar is crossed by an ancient route known as the Peddars Way, a popular route with walkers. Also popular all year round is the 46mile long path which begins at Thetford and heads northwards to the coast near Holme-next-the-Sea. The neighbouring village of Great Massingham has a picturesque green and duck pond and is just a short drive away. Here you can visit the Dabbling Duck for a spot of lunch, followed by an afternoon exploring the Queen’s Norfolk retreat, Sandringham House, which is just 14 miles from the village. Take a tour of the majestic house or visit the royal gardens with woodland walks and adventure playground set within a woodland setting.