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THE OLD SCHOOL, family friendly, with open fire in Downham Market

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE OLD SCHOOL, family friendly, with open fire in Downham Market

This delightful converted school is resting in the pretty village green of Wereham, in the Norfolk countryside and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.

The Old School is a lovely converted school in the village of Wereham, Norfolk. Hosting three bedrooms: one super king-size and two twins, sleeping a total of six people and served by an en-suite shower room, family bathroom and shower room. Downstairs has a fitted kitchen/diner, a separate utility, dining room and a sitting room with a woodburning stove. Outside has an enclosed lawned garden and patio area with furniture, as well as off-road parking. The Old School is a wonderful choice for a rural-based holiday to the heart of the countryside. Pet charge: 40 GBP per pet.

Amenities: Oil central heating, woodburning stove. Range electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, wine coolers, washing machine, dishwasher, TV and WiFi. Heating oil and electricity for lighting and domestic appliances is included in the rent. Logs for the wood burner, along with kindling and firelighters can be purchased in nearby garages or supermarkets. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking. Enclosed lawned garden and patio areas with furniture. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 5.4 miles and pub 0.1 miles. Note: All short breaks must check in on either a Friday or Monday. Note: Charging of electric vehicles is prohibited at this property.
From the 27th September 2025 until end of January 2026 - the property will only accept weekly bookings starting from a Friday

Region: Picturesque rolling Fens, unspoilt beaches, and pretty waterways – East Anglia is a dream holiday destination. Norfolk offers beaches, saltmarshes and quaint villages whilst equally as charming are the coast and countryside of Suffolk.

Town: Downham Market is a market town and civil parish resting in the Norfolk countryside of England. Boasting a plethora of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants for fine food and local produce. You are a few miles from the thriving town of King's Lynn and within reach of the Norfolk coastline offering a choice of lovely sandy beaches and plenty of trails for walking and cycling opportunities.

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About the area

King's Lynn

Located in King's Lynn, this cottage is near the beach. Swaffham Museum and Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Oxburgh Hall and Denver Windmill. Church Farm and Downham Market Alive Leisure are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • St. Martin's Church - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Church Farm - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Oxburgh Hall - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Ryston Park Golf Club - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Denver Windmill - 13 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Downham Market Station - 13 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪King's Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jack’s Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

7.4

Good

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6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

6.8/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The school house was a perfect spot for our family vacation. Plenty of space for everyone, clean and loaded with everything you could need. The hosts even left us some food staples to get us started which was great after such a long travel day. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Never sgain

Disaster
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

This is my second stay here had a lovely relaxing stay. Even managed to use the pub across the road this time . Great space, well equipped and very comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
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