About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Dower House in Fakenham offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with private bathrooms, garden views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, walk-in shower, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax in the private garden or outdoor seating area. The property provides free on-site private parking, bicycle parking, and an outdoor furniture set. Additional amenities include a TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Prime Location: Located 20 mi from Norwich International Airport, The Dower House is near attractions such as Houghton Hall (13 mi) and Blakeney Point (14 mi). Highly rated for its friendly host, excellent breakfast, and comfortable rooms.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Bob
United Kingdom“Elizabeth (and her very friendly dog!) gave us a very warm welcome on arrival. Breakfasts were very good and included fruit from her garden. Elizabeth gave us some excellent ideas as to where to eat dinner in the locality.” - Andrew United Kingdom“On arrival I was given a warm welcome by Elizabeth, who owns the property. Breakfast is excellent with nothing spared. Elizabeth is very informative of the village and surrounding area. I was there for some bird watching and Dower House is well...”
- Michael United Kingdom“Excellent b and b in a very handy location for touring the North Norfolk area and the coast. Liz is a wonderful host with lots of local knowledge and cooks a really good breakfast accompanied by freshly homemade bread and lots of other goodies....”
- Heidi United Kingdom“Dower House is a beautiful country house set in the North Norfolk countryside. Our host, Elizabeth, made us feel very welcome. Our room was comfortable, and the breakfasts were a real treat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”
Suesy United Kingdom“Elizabeth was amazing; very welcoming with a cup of tea and a slice of homemade cake. Motsy the lab was welcoming too; lots of tummy tickles wanted. The bedroom was lovely, bright and clean; the bed was wonderfully comfortable; I slept really...”- Nicola United Kingdom“Elizabeth is such a wonderful host and an absolute pleasure to meet and talk to. A beautiful house in an excellent location with a lovely breakfast. Comfy beds, very quiet and spacious room with restaurants and pubs just a short drive away.”
- Simon United Kingdom“Delightful house and setting. Extremely comfortable accd with excellent bed. Breakfasts comprehensive and delicious. Superb and entertaining hostess.”
- Susan United Kingdom“The owner, Elizabeth, was friendly and welcoming and our two friends who were over from Australia loved it and thought it was the best place they'd stayed. We also visited the local church and a resident, Peter, saw us and showed us round,...”
- Paula
New Zealand“Quite beautifully presented house on lovely gardens” - Kerstin United Kingdom“Lovely home with a beautiful garden and very spacious rooms and bathroom. Elizabeth is a wonderful host who makes you feel at home from the moment you enter.”
Hosted by Elizabeth Savory
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Elizabeth Savory
A charming small country house in the village of Great Ryburgh which has been lovingly decorated as a comfortable place to stay. The garden to the front of the house is full of colour in the summer and is bordered by a flint wall with roses clambering up it. Breakfast is taken in the dining room which has oak wood floors and antique furniture. The hostess has been welcoming guests for several years and wishes to make people feel comfortable as soon as they arrive. Guests should be aware that the village pub has recently been closed which will involve a car journey to other local pubs, of which there are several to suit all tastes.
Elizabeth enjoys meeting people and making them comfortable at The Dower House - the garden is a great passion, being something of a 'plantswoman', along with travel and birdwatching, and enjoys the local area and history. She is also a bell ringer (practice night is Thursday!) and is involved in all the different village activities that Great Ryburgh has to offer. She has a farming background with family in the industry close by. She also enjoys cooking and will offer evening meals if given enough notice, particularly now that the pub has closed.
The Dower House, Gt Ryburgh, is centrally situated for visiting all parts of Norfolk, whether it be the sandy beaches at Wells with its amazingly eclectic group of beach huts, to the popular beach at Holkham, or taking trips to Blakeney Point to see the seals and other wildlife, or to visit local historic houses. Blickling, Felbrigg and Oxborough National Trust properties are in easy reach, as well as privately owned Houghton Hall, Holkham Hall and Raynham Hall close by. There are several excellent eateries in the area, from pubs to Thai to Gastro to Michelin Star restaurants. We have a very serviceable village shop and post office, but unfortunately, like many others, our village pub has closed recently.
Language spoken: English
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Check-in
From 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
