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Charming 15th century cottage in elegant and historic Hingham

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Norfolk, ENG
  • Wymondham Abbey
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Snetterton Race Circuit
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • University of East Anglia
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this cottage is in a rural location, a 5-minute drive from Melsop Farm Park and 5 minutes from Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station. .This family-friendly cottage is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Mid-Norfolk Railway - Wymondham Abbey Station and 6.1 mi (9.7 km) from Wymondham Abbey.

What's nearby

  • Wymondham Abbey - 8 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Snetterton Race Circuit - 13 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
  • University of East Anglia - 18 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Earlham Park - 21 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Eccles Road Station - 12 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Feathers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffeesmiths - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 15th century cottage in elegant and historic Hingham

Bank House is a 15th-century timber-framed building with wattle and daub walls, it has been fully restored using traditional methods and reclaimed materials wherever possible.

It lies just a short stroll from the pretty market place in the fine and ancient town of Hingham - with it's Grade II listed, Georgian architecture.

Inside - The living room kitchen and dining room are open plan, with original cast iron radiators, traditional Norfolk pamment and English oak floors throughout.
A cosy wood-burning stove is the focal point of the living room with initial logs provided. Sofa and two small armchairs TV and DVD player with a good selection of DVD's, board games and books.

Beamed farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room with inglenook fireplace, butlers sink, oven and grill with ceramic hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, fully equipped with pots, pans and crockery. Washing machine with washing liquid provided.

Boot/coat room. Steepish, winding stairs to the first floor:

Double bedroom with huge Georgian leaded window overlooking the garden. Extra wide English oak floorboards. Chest of drawers and hanging space.

Second bedroom with twin antique single beds, bedside table, built-in wardrobe on landing outside.

Bathroom with separate shower cubicle, restored roll-top bath, WC with antique high-level cistern.

PLEASE NOTE -There are several low beams throughout the cottage so please remember to duck if you don't want bumps in the night. The floorboards are stepped and sloping in places - the delights of a medieval cottage.

* New for summer, our lovely garden studio with a futon and outdoor beanbag for relaxing, reading and enjoying the garden. Opening out onto the courtyard and garden it could also sleep an adventurous teenager. Please contact us if you would like to use it for accommodation as there will be a small surcharge.

The garden is a secluded, peaceful oasis that is yours to enjoy, there is a courtyard just outside the door with a table and seating, perfect for alfresco dining. A further small table and chairs sit on the lawn under the beautiful willow tree. It is well stocked with quintessential English country garden plants like wisteria, honeysuckle and jasmine.

Included
Free unlimited Wi-Fi
White cotton bed linens
Egyptian cotton towels
Shampoo, conditioner, soap and bubble bath
Hairdryer
Tea, coffee, sugar, milk, cake from the local bakery
Initial logs and kindling for wood burner
Table top BBQ
Tea towels, cleaning products, bin liners, dishwasher tabs, washing up liquid
Full oil central heating
Electricity
Travel cot
High chair
Cycle store

Centrally placed to explore Norfolk with its wonderful coastline and the famous Norfolk Broads. Wroxham, the capital of the Norfolk Broads is 29 miles away with daily boat hire and river trips, waterside cafes, restaurants and shops. The North Norfolk coast is approximately 35 miles, with Cromer, Wells, Brancaster, Blakeney and Great Yarmouth within easy reach. Thetford Forest, 15 miles, has designated picnic areas, walking trails, Go-Ape zip line and treetop walkway challenges. Designated off-road cycling tracks for experienced and novice cyclists. Good cycling and walking directly from the door. Golf courses nearby. Norwich city, 13 miles, for excellent shopping - two shopping malls, cathedral, theatres, castle museum, restaurants, pubs and cafes. Freshwater fishing (with licence) 1 mile. Snetterton racetrack, 10 miles.

We allow up to two well behaved dogs but please don't let them upstairs or on the furniture. The garden is private and secluded, but estate railings divide the garden from next door and any small or inquisitive pooches could escape, so please supervise at all times.

A shared entrance way on the Market Place in Hingham, leading to a private entrance and secluded garden.

There is free unlimited Wi-Fi, which is generally good, but the mobile signal inside the cottage can be intermittent. The signal can be picked up outside, but for this reason, we provide a landline with an honesty box for calls.

Hingham is a thriving small town, surrounded by fields and countryside, but with excellent access to all Norfolk has to offer.

Our local gastropub The White Hart is just across the road and serves excellent food and local ales, there are also two cafes and a takeaway.The local bakery provides fresh bread and delicious home made cakes and there is a greengrocer, butcher, chemist and local store, in fact, everything you could possibly need!
There are numerous supermarkets and further shopping and restaurants in Wymondham and Attleborough - a short drive away.

Nearest rail stations:-
Attleborough - 5 miles
Wymondham - 6.5 miles
Norwich - 16 miles
Buses run to Norwich
and surrounding areas from just outside

Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We allow up to two well behaved dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Charming 15th Century Cottage in Elegant Historic Hingham