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THE OLD SCHOOL, pet friendly, with open fire in Downham Market
Cottage in King's Lynn with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
7.4 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m
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Explore the area
King's Lynn, East Anglia
- Place, Oxburgh Hall9 min drive
- Place, Denver Windmill10 min drive
- Place, Sandringham House27 min drive
- Airport, Cambridge (CBG)54 min drive
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, pet 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.
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Gooderstone Water Gardens 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.
King's Lynn, East Anglia
What's nearby
- Oxburgh Hall - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
- Downham Market Town Hall - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
- Denver Windmill - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
- Sandringham House - 27 min drive - 40.1 km
- Ely Cathedral - 31 min drive - 46.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Arbuckles - 6 min drive
- Greggs - 9 min drive
- The Whalebone (Wetherspoon) - 9 min drive
- King's Arms - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin. Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC. Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Utility. Dining area. Sitting room with woodburning stove.
What makes this property unique
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, we no longer provide free logs for the wood burner, these, 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.
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