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Cottage in Norfolk with Pool & Fishing Lake
Scotgate Cottage, Great Hockham, Norfolk
Bring together family and friends at Scotgate Cottage, a lovely restored former 1950’s cottage with five delightful bedrooms and a stunning annex, sleeping a total of 23 guests! Surrounded with breathtaking countryside views in the heart of Norfolk, a perfect holiday home for friends and family to enjoy a one-of-a kind get away together to make everlasting memories. You’ll be drawn to the beautiful five acres of countryside surrounding the cottage boasting an orchard of fruit trees, Canadian maple trees and an enchanting brick weave paving leading to the restful summer house overlooking the well-stocked carp fishing lake. The gardens at Scotgate Cottage are truly special and fully enclosed, perfect for the four-legged members of the family too!
Despite the peaceful countryside feel, this holiday cottage is the perfect entertainment place and there will undoubtedly be something that everyone will love! Take your pick from splashing in the pool, indulge in your own private spa experience with the sauna and hot tub, or stay active with outdoor the multi-sports court and table tennis in the courtyard. The fun doesn't stop there, the cottage offers a brilliant games room with its own pool table, darts board and bar (for the adults to enjoy a drink or two!). Scotgate cottage offers the best of both worlds, with three reception rooms there is plenty of living space to put your feet up and unwind too. Choose from retiring in the reading room, relish in tranquil garden room with the glorious sunshine, or fire up the logs in the cosy lounge and pick a movie from the vast selection of DVD's.
GROUND FLOOR
Games room: Fun games room with full size pool table, darts board, smart TV with firestick, Wii games console (with controllers and selection of games), variety of board games and features unique bar.
Kitchen/dining room: Stunning open plan kitchen with magnificent dining area, perfect for hosting celebration meals and elegant dining. Featuring breakfast bar island, Smeg electric induction oven, microwave, undercounter fridge, dishwasher, and Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine. Doors leading to the splendid patio courtyard with al fresco dining area, BBQ with pizza oven and unique tikki bar.
Utility: With American style full size Smeg fridge/freezer, additional dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Separate toilet with wash basin.
Three reception rooms:
- Reading room
- Cosy lounge with open fireplace , smart TV with firestick and Sky TV
- Garden sun room
Leisure facilities - available to use all year round
Heated private indoor pool with a beautifully hand-painted mural, seating area and views over looking the courtyard.
Private hot tub and sauna.
Shower room to use before and after use in the pool. Separate toilet with wash basin.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1 - Family room which sleeps 4 guests. With a super-king size bed, double sofa bed, smart TV with firestick and en-suite shower room with toilet with wash basin.
Bedroom 2 - Deluxe double bedroom, sleeps 2 guests. With a standard double bed and wardrobes.
Bedroom 3 - Family room which sleeps 4 guests. With a king-size bed, double sofa bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath, toilet and wash basin.
Bedroom 4 - Bunk bedroom which sleeps 5 guests (primarily for children). With two sets of bunk beds, one with double bunk on the bottom and single on top. The second bunk bed compromises of two single beds.
Bedroom 5 - Luxury double bedroom, sleeps 2 guests. With a king size bed, walk-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room with toilet and wash basin.
Bathroom: Family bathroom with shower over bath with toilet and wash basin.
Outside multi-sports court with tennis net, football goals and netball posts. Bespoke shed with sports equipment and outdoor activities provided for guests to enjoy use of.
SCOTGATE BARN ANNEX
Newly renovated and well-presented annex with two beautiful bedrooms, sleeping a total of 6 guests. With stunning views overlooking the tremendous garden, outdoor patio area with furniture provided which is the perfect space for al fresco dining.
Entry into open plan kitchen, dining area and living space.
Modern fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, microwave, Nespesso Vertuo Coffee machine, electric oven and undercounter fridge. Dining area with table and chairs.
Lounge area with smart TV and firestick, double sofa bed (sleeps 2 guests) and bi-folding doors leading to outdoor patio area.
Bedroom 1 - Deluxe double bedroom, sleeps 2 guests. With a standard double bed and storage space.
Bedroom 2 - Twin bedroom which sleeps 2 guests. With two single beds and storage
Family shower room with toilet and wash basin.
Additional Property Information:
• WiFi - Yes, unlimited WiFi available in the cottage and annex
• Parking - Large private driveway for guests to park, space for multiple cars (electric gates with secure code for access)
• Pets - Yes, well behaved pets allowed. Please note there is an additional fee (not included in the nightly rate)
• Essentials provided - Bed linen, bath towels and swimming pool towels included.
• Also provided - One travel cot, one highchair, hair dryer per bedroom, iron with ironing board and outdoor dog kennels (if required)
Important Booking Information:
• Check in from 5pm and check out before 10am. Please note early check in and late check out is not available due to cleaning schedule.
• No stag or hen parties are permitted. Restrictions will apply on bookings from all-male or all-female parties if not immediate family or couples, please contact us prior to booking.
• The lead guest who books needs to be the age of 21 years at the time of booking, there must be one person staying in the accommodation over the age of 21 years.
• Fishing lake - Children must be supervised at all times at the fishing lake and not to be left unattended under any circumstances.
• Please be advised there is external CCTV cameras overlooking the outside of the property only, which are active at all times.
