About this property
Pear tree cottage is a charming, spacious cottage situated in the quaint village of Wood Norton, North Norfolk, near to the larger Georgian town of Holt and the market town Fakenham. With a gated shared off-road car park, this delightful retreat is perfect for couples, families or friends seeking a tranquil escape with easy access to all Norfolk has to offer. Upon entering the single-storey cottage you will be greeted with an inviting hallway leading to an open plan living room/kitchen with high vaulted ceilings and original exposed wooden beams. The sitting room boasts two comfortable armchairs, a sofa and a selection of games and jigsaws for your entertainment.
The room is enhanced by a large TV with a large selection of DVDs and an electric wood burning effect fire, set against an exposed brick-built wall, perfect for those chilly evenings. The light and airy adjoining kitchen, has all the modern amenities needed, including a washing machine/dryer, dishwasher and large American fridge freezer. Perfect for preparing home-cooked meals to savour at the dining table. With an outdoor table and chairs on your own private patio, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee while enjoying the countryside views right on your doorstep. Having a main bathroom plus en-suite ensures that everyone can get ready without any morning queues.
The property offers two beautifully presented bedrooms; a spacious king-sized room with a romantic four poster bed, ample storage, wooden beams and large windows looking over the shared courtyard garden. The twin room also has vaulted ceilings with exposed wooden beams and storage. The king sized room benefits from an en-suite with shower, basin and WC. With instant access to countryside lanes for after dinner strolls, a children’s play area and separate shared table tennis room mean this cottage has something for every family member. Perfectly positioned in the North Norfolk countryside. Pear Tree cottage is just a short drive from the coastal villages of Blakeney, Stiffkey and Weybourne whilst also located within easy access to stately homes such as Sandringham, Blickling and Holkham Hall.
The property is ideally situated just 10 minutes from Thursford, home to the renowned Christmas Spectacular. An endless day of bird watching awaits you at Cley and Salthouse Marshes, while seaside resorts such as Wells, Sheringham and Cromer are also nearby. Pear Tree provides a base for both serenity and discovery, underlining it as the perfect home away from home. This property can also be booked with refs; 1173827, 1173831, 1173828 and 1173830 Together accommodating up to 21 guests, Perfect for an extended family get together to celebrate that special occasion. Although these properties share a courtyard garden, Pear Tree Cottage also has its own front garden and patio overlooking fields and countryside.
Wood Norton is a small village in rural north Norfolk, close to the market town of Fakenham. Just two miles from Wood Norton is the village of Foulsham which has a local shop and a pub with a restaurant. Fakenham is just six miles away and is home to a national hunt racecourse and has a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants. The popular market town of Holt is close by and is well known for a wonderful array of independent food stores, craft shops, tea rooms and restaurants. Further afield are the seaside villages of Wells and Blakeney as well as the more traditional resorts of Cromer and Sheringham. The cathedral city of Norwich is a wonderful location for a day out, plus there are many National Trust properties in the area just waiting to be discovered.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x four poster king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with z-bed on request.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric woodburner-effect stove.
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x four poster king-size bed with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with z-bed on request.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Gas central heating with electric wood burning effect fire.
TV, DVD player, WiFi and a selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Ample off road gated parking.
Private patio with furniture.
Communal central courtyard with shared use of children’s play area and table tennis room.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
This property has a minimum stay of 3 nights.
Please note: electric car charging is not allowed at the property; the nearest EV charger is at Morrisons in Fakenham.
Please note: this property has a £250 Good Housekeeping bond.
Please Note: This property only accepts a 7 night minimum stay starting on a Saturday from 20th December 2025 until 3rd January 2026.