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The Old Rectory Lodge
Cottage in Dereham with kitchen and washing machine and dryer
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Dereham Windmill
- Place, Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum
- Place, University of East Anglia
- Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Old Rectory Lodge
Perfect for a quiet romantic getaway, a great place to get away for the weekend, and is centrally based for exploring the whole of Norfolk.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 36" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Sound System, DVDs, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: (1 Step) Freezer, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and BT Infinity Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed rear courtyard garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, barbecue and summerhouse. Enclosed gardens. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car at the front of the property; additional parking by arrangement. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole. The propertry is also served by a septic tank. There is a fountain in the pond in the garden.. This holiday property is set within the grounds of Yaxham House, the owner’s home, the Georgian Grade II listed former rectory that served the parish of Yaxham. The Old Rectory Lodge is a wing of the former rectory. The property has been furnished in a contemporary style and decorated to create a light and airy feel that complements the character of the former rectory, and is perfect for a quiet romantic getaway. It enjoys an attractive and secluded setting approached by a private road and drive adjacent to the parish church of St Peters. Offering a warm welcome at any time of the year, it is a perfect base for exploring all that the area has to offer.
The Mid Norfolk Railway (MNR) is ½ mile away with trips available from Yaxham to Wymondham Abbey and Dereham. Dereham, 2 miles, offers an indoor swimming pool, cinema, bowling, shops, supermarkets and a market on Tuesdays and Fridays. The property lies within an hour’s drive of the coast, with excellent sandy beaches and RSPB nature and bird reserves. The Norfolk Broads, the Brecks (and its stone curlews), Peddars Way, Norfolk Coastal Path and many National Trust properties are also easily accessible.
The village is at the centre of a network of footpaths and there is a children’s play area and recreation ground close to the church. From the nearby bus stop, regular bus services go to Dereham and Norwich. Restaurant/takeaway and café/Bistro ½ mile.
Can be booked with The Old Rectory Coach House (ref CTX) to accommodate up to 7 guests.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 36" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Sound System, DVDs, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: (1 Step) Freezer, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and BT Infinity Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed rear courtyard garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, barbecue and summerhouse. Enclosed gardens. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car at the front of the property; additional parking by arrangement. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole. The propertry is also served by a septic tank. There is a fountain in the pond in the garden.. This holiday property is set within the grounds of Yaxham House, the owner’s home, the Georgian Grade II listed former rectory that served the parish of Yaxham. The Old Rectory Lodge is a wing of the former rectory. The property has been furnished in a contemporary style and decorated to create a light and airy feel that complements the character of the former rectory, and is perfect for a quiet romantic getaway. It enjoys an attractive and secluded setting approached by a private road and drive adjacent to the parish church of St Peters. Offering a warm welcome at any time of the year, it is a perfect base for exploring all that the area has to offer.
The Mid Norfolk Railway (MNR) is ½ mile away with trips available from Yaxham to Wymondham Abbey and Dereham. Dereham, 2 miles, offers an indoor swimming pool, cinema, bowling, shops, supermarkets and a market on Tuesdays and Fridays. The property lies within an hour’s drive of the coast, with excellent sandy beaches and RSPB nature and bird reserves. The Norfolk Broads, the Brecks (and its stone curlews), Peddars Way, Norfolk Coastal Path and many National Trust properties are also easily accessible.
The village is at the centre of a network of footpaths and there is a children’s play area and recreation ground close to the church. From the nearby bus stop, regular bus services go to Dereham and Norwich. Restaurant/takeaway and café/Bistro ½ mile.
Can be booked with The Old Rectory Coach House (ref CTX) to accommodate up to 7 guests.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Dereham
Located in Dereham, this cottage is in a rural area. Dereham Windmill and Watton Clock Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bowthorpe Marsh and Buxton Heath. Mid-Norfolk Railway - East Dereham Station and Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

Yaxham, near Dereham
What's nearby
- Dereham Windmill - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
- ROARR! Dinosaur Park - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
- Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 17 min drive - 24.0 km
- University of East Anglia - 17 min drive - 24.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Costa Coffee - 4 min drive
- Greggs - 5 min drive
- The Bull - 5 min drive
- Greenstone - 4 min drive
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