Cottage in Breckland District
5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
Bird watchers, walkers, cyclists and foodies will all be spoilt for choice, and after a day of adventures, what a joy to return to The Old Saddlery to relax and unwind.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Accessed Via Bedroom 1) (Ensuite Also Accessed Via Hallway) Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate (bottom of stairs only). Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Situated in a quiet position overlooking grazed meadowland, quite often the flight path of the resident barn owl, The Old Saddlery is a short distance from the main 16th-century Colkirk Hall farmhouse, rumoured to play host to members of the Gun Powder Plot. The property dates back to the mid-1700s, formally a cart shed and stables and latterly a saddlery through until the mid-1980s when it was remodelled into the Old Saddlery. You will find the first floor situated within the eaves of the property containing bedroom three, along with a bathroom. Great care was taken to preserve some original features such as the beams, but to provide all the modern conveniences needed for a great stay. With two bathrooms, one of which features a free-standing bath, and a cosy living area with a wood burner, there are really lots of reasons to choose this cottage for your holiday.
Coast lovers can be in Wells-next-the-Sea in 20 minutes. Here you will find a wide sandy beach with pretty coloured beach huts, a picturesque quay and a lovely assortment of boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. Head west and explore a coastline littered with pretty coastal villages with beaches and marshes galore. Go as far as Hunstanton and enjoy all the fun of the fair or explore the Sealife Centre. Then head east and stop off at Blakeney to enjoy the traditional pursuit of crabbing or visit Cromer with its famous pier and seasonal end of pier show. The Holkham Hall and Blickling Estates are within easy reach, as is Sandringham, the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn and the medieval city of Norwich. Beach 13 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub ½ mile and restaurant 4½ miles.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Accessed Via Bedroom 1) (Ensuite Also Accessed Via Hallway) Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate (bottom of stairs only). Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Situated in a quiet position overlooking grazed meadowland, quite often the flight path of the resident barn owl, The Old Saddlery is a short distance from the main 16th-century Colkirk Hall farmhouse, rumoured to play host to members of the Gun Powder Plot. The property dates back to the mid-1700s, formally a cart shed and stables and latterly a saddlery through until the mid-1980s when it was remodelled into the Old Saddlery. You will find the first floor situated within the eaves of the property containing bedroom three, along with a bathroom. Great care was taken to preserve some original features such as the beams, but to provide all the modern conveniences needed for a great stay. With two bathrooms, one of which features a free-standing bath, and a cosy living area with a wood burner, there are really lots of reasons to choose this cottage for your holiday.
Coast lovers can be in Wells-next-the-Sea in 20 minutes. Here you will find a wide sandy beach with pretty coloured beach huts, a picturesque quay and a lovely assortment of boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. Head west and explore a coastline littered with pretty coastal villages with beaches and marshes galore. Go as far as Hunstanton and enjoy all the fun of the fair or explore the Sealife Centre. Then head east and stop off at Blakeney to enjoy the traditional pursuit of crabbing or visit Cromer with its famous pier and seasonal end of pier show. The Holkham Hall and Blickling Estates are within easy reach, as is Sandringham, the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn and the medieval city of Norwich. Beach 13 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub ½ mile and restaurant 4½ miles.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Amenities at 3 bedroom accommodation in Colkirk, near Fakenham
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Breckland District
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
We are 3 adults and 1 German Shepherd and we stay in a cottage twice a year. This is a great cottage in an excellent location (assuming you have a car). There is a big secure garden if you have a dog and the house is well stocked. There is a large outside table and chairs and loads of parking space The wi-fi is amazing and plenty of chairs in the living room (2 of our main criteria!). The farm didn’t affect us at all. We went to the beach at Wells-next-the-sea where there is huge beach which dogs can go on. Also lots of sightseeing - check out Castle Acre Priory, it’s fantastic. Also Walsingham Abbey. Our only criticism is that the TV only has Freeview. No catchup, iPlayer etc. Netflix or Sky. We rarely stay in the same place twice but we will certainly stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2019
We stayed here for our yearly trip to the Thursford Christmas Spectacular. It was perfect! Host was very helpful when we had a couple of queries regarding the property. Comfy, clean and spacious. We had a lovely long weekend.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2019
Fantastic time. Beautiful outlook. Comfortable beds etc
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2019
Can not recommend the Old Saddlery enough. Lovely remote location down a farmers lane. 15/20 minute walk to local pub however was under refurbishment when we went. Enclosed garden perfect for kids and dogs. Cottage so incredibly cosy. The whole house flowed really well and really was a home from home. Beds incredibly comfortable, lovely welcome basket on arrival. Local Tesco 7 minute drive. Wells-Next-The-Sea 14 minute drive. Highly recommend Holkham Nature Reserve / Beach if you have dogs for a walk. Fantastic value for money and already looking for a weekend to rebook next year.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(17 Ratings)
"We are 3 adults and 1 German Shepherd and we stay in a cottage twice a year. This is a great cottage in an excellent location (assuming you have a car). There is a big secure garden if you have a dog ..."
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