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Stiffkey
AROUND STIFFKEY:
The nearest town is Wells-next-the-sea, 4 miles west. Wells has shops, bank, pubs, restaurants, a narrow gauge railway, amusements, fish A chips. To the east, Blakeney offers a few shops and pubs. Inland is Little Walsingham, an important centre for pilgramage since the Middle Ages. Travelling west from Wells is Holkham Hall, a fine stately home, the Burnhams, the birthplace of Nelson, Sandringham and Hunstanton. There are many other historical sites and family attractions nearby. Kings Lynn and the fine city of Norwich are both within easy reach.
STIFFKEY:
A settlement has existed at Stiffkey since at least Roman times, but it has remained a small village of less than 300 residents. Despite a number of noteworthy past inhabitants, the most famous was Harold Davidson, the village vicar in the 1930s. Rev. Davidson hit the headlines when he became embroiled in a scandal concerning London prostitutes. As he attempted to clear his name he found himself on the wrong side of a lion's cage and was mauled to death. Predominantly a farming community, Stiffkey is also known for its cockles - 'Stewkey Blues'. It will take a few minutes stroll from the village to reach the salt marshes, but is well worth the effort. There are also plenty of well sign-posted walks in the countryside around the village. The village pub 'Red Lion' serves local beer and food and the post-office supplies fresh bread, milk, newspapers etc.
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Farriers Barn
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Phone: email contact only please |
A delightful small converted barn, ideal for a couple, situated with open views in a large enclosed garden.
Lying on the edge of the hamlet of Cockthorpe near Stiffkey- on a quiet track that leads to the common and river.
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Sleeps Two (couple) + one (loft bed), Price Range £325-395,
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S McDougall
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Phone: email contact only please
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| Farriers Barn |
| The Common |
| Cockthorpe |
| Wells |
| NR23 1QS |
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The barn is a traditional Norfolk flint, brick and pantile building that used to be the village smithy. Converted a few years ago, accommodation comprises one double bedroom plus a single bed loft room if required, with large open-plan beamed livingroom with wood stove and dining area. The kitchen, bathroom and central heating have been recently upgraded. WiFi broadband internet.
There is ample private parking and a fully enclosed garden with fenced wildlife pond and lawned area facing west for sunset views. Farriers Barn is a delightfully quiet and pretty property, so much so that some people come back each year! It is ideal for a couple plus a child, and a well-behaved dog is welcome. Weekly lets only, no week-end short breaks. |
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