The Old School

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

8.8

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Holiday home with sea views near Wereham

Spacious Accommodation: The Old School in Wereham offers a spacious 4-star holiday home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Guests enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free WiFi throughout the property. Outdoor Amenities: A beautiful garden provides a relaxing space, complemented by sea views. Free on-site private parking is available for convenience. Comfortable Living: The property features a cosy fireplace, walk-in shower, and a comfortable seating area. Additional amenities include a dishwasher, microwave, and TV. Local Attractions: Located 64 km from Norwich International Airport, The Old School is near attractions such as Houghton Hall (36 km) and Weeting Castle (17 km). Guests can enjoy golfing, fishing, and cycling in the surrounding area.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sheila
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Cannot fault this place. Location and accommodation excellent. Both surpassed our expectation. Highly recommend.”
Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location for us, great pub opposite and beautiful surroundings. Plenty of room for the whole family, 6 adults, 1 baby and 1 dog. Every room was clean and well equipped particularly the kitchen, every gadget you could need and the house was...”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 92,649 reviews from 20816 properties
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Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The Old School is a lovely converted school in the village of Wereham, Norfolk. Hosting three bedrooms: one super king-size and two twins, sleeping a total of six people and served by an en-suite shower room, family bathroom and shower room. Downstairs has a fitted kitchen/diner, a separate utility, dining room and a sitting room with a woodburning stove. Outside has an enclosed lawned garden and patio area with furniture, as well as off-road parking. The Old School is a wonderful choice for a rural-based holiday to the heart of the countryside. Pet charge: 40 GBP per pet. All short breaks must check in on either a Friday or MondayFrom the 27th September 2025 until end of January 2026 - the property will only accept weekly bookings starting from a Friday

Neighbourhood information

Downham Market is a market town and civil parish resting in the Norfolk countryside of England. Boasting a plethora of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants for fine food and local produce. You are a few miles from the thriving town of King's Lynn and within reach of the Norfolk coastline offering a choice of lovely sandy beaches and plenty of trails for walking and cycling opportunities.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

The Old School takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

One well behaved dog welcome

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.