The Old Stables - Birds Place Farm
- property # : 1965
- accommodation type : self catering,
- number bedrooms : 1
- sleeps max : 2
- number shower/bathrooms : 1
- Children : Not suitable
- Infirm or limited mobility : Yes
- Wheelchair users : Accessible for wheelchair users
- Visitors with pets : No
- Smokers : Yes - smokers area
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Property description
Two delightful converted stables Swallows and Wagtails - both sleeps 2. These high quality accommodations are on the ground floor, making it ideal for the less mobile. At Birds Place Farm you are ideally situated to explore the vast and varied attractions of Norfolk, from the medieval city of Norwich with it's magnificent cathedral, to the Norfolk broads, the largest man made navigable waterways in the world.
With views over The Old Stable Yard, our recently converted Old Stable accommodation offers Sitting Room and well equipped kitchen area. The bedrooms are ensuite with bath and shower. They are tastfully decorated, well furmished, and extremely comfortable. All bedlinen and towels are provided, and all rooms are centrally heated.
Both of the Old Stables are fully equipped with the following:
* Digital Freeview TV, and DVD Player.
* Comfortable sofas and/or chairs.
* Sink, Oven, Hob, Microwave, Fridge (with Icebox) and Toaster.
* All plates, cutlery, cooking implements.
* Washing up materials.
* Bed Linen and Towels.
* Bath, shower, WC, shaver point and mirror.
* Double beds, with bedside cupboards and lights.
* King size bed in Swallows
* Access sutable for wheelchairs. See our Access Statement.
* All rooms fully central heated.
* All rooms light and airy, with natural wood finish and tastefull decor.
* Use of a fold away bed can be arranged.
* Shared Laundry room for drying outdoor clothing & boots, with washing machine, sink and ironing board.
* Storage area for cycles.
* Cycle hire available.
Address : Birds Place Farm. Back Lane, Buxton, Norwich, Norfolk.
Zip / Postal code : NR10 5HD
Area description
There are many miles of quiet lanes and public footpaths to explore in the area.
For the steam enthusiasts Norfolk has more full gauge and narrow gauge steam railways than any other county.
The Bure Valley Railway runs from Aylsham to Wroxham, through the village of Buxton, the train stop is less than ten minutes walk from the farm.
Sheringham is home to the The North Norfolk Railway, a full size steam railway running through to Holt on the old M&GN line.
Dereham houses the main station of the Mid Norfolk Railway, which runs old and preserved BR diesel stock through to Wymondham.
The Medieval City of Norwich is a mere 10 miles away. There are numerous Museums in Norwich, one of the most famous and popular being Norwich Castle, boasting a complete Norman Keep.
At Wroxham you can shop or browse for hours at Roys of Wroxham , the largest village store in the world, or take a leisurely cruise on the broads aboard one of the large passenger boats.
Norfolk has many magnificent historic stately homes.
Blickling Hall with its beautiful lake, gardens and park just seven miles away.
North Norfolk's Holkham Hall, home to the Earls of Leicester and the Coke family is a must visit when you stay in Norfolk. The vast deer park there is spectacular. Holkham beach is truly breathtaking, probably one of the finest beaches in the country.
Wolterton and Mannington Halls are both within a 20 minute drive.
Felbrigg Hall is about 30 mins away, near the Victorian seaside resort of Cromer.
For the fishing enthusiast there are many fresh water fishing lakes in Norfolk. The river Bure also runs through the village of Buxton.
Norfolk has miles of sandy beaches, just a few miles from Buxton.
Sheringham and Cromer are two of the most popular seaside resorts in Norfolk, the former hosting a popular market on Saturday mornings.
Great Yarmouth (40-50 minutes) has its famous Golden Mile of soft sand and dunes, along with its Pleasure Beach, boasting the oldest wooden roller coaster in the country (c1930).
Further afield, (within an hours drive) we have Castle Acre Castle and Castle Acre Priory, Castle Rising Castle, The Muckleburgh Collection near Weybourne on the North Coast, a museum containing tanks and guns from the War, many of which are fully operational.
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Requirements
- Close to Golf Course
- Laundry Facilities
- Linen Included
- Parking
- Double Bed : 1
- King Size Bed : 1
Additional Needs
- Disabled Friendly Accommodation
- Smokers Welcome - smokers area
Activities - distance away by car
- Country Walks : on site
- Cycling : on site
- Fishing : less than 5 min(s)
- Golf : less than 5 min(s)
- Horse Riding : less than 10 min(s)
- Sailing : less than 10 min(s)
- Shopping : less than 5 min(s)
- Swimming : less than 15 min(s)
Access statement
We have an access statement on our website.
Rates
| First night | Last night | Weekly rate | Min stay | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| weekday | weekend | |||||
| Low Season | - | - | £ 195 | £ 0 | £ 0 | Flexible |
| High Season | - | - | £ 350 | £ 0 | £ 0 | Flexible |
Booking Enquiry and Availability
Owner/Agent info
- Name : William Catchpole
- Address
Birds Place Farm. Back Lane, Buxton, Norwich, Norfolk. NR10 5HD
- Phone (work) : 01603 279585
- Phone (mobile) : -
- Other : -
- Spoken languages : -
- Web address : http://www.birdsplacefarm.co.uk