At a glance
Complete with a games room, swimming pool, tennis court and eight elegant bedrooms Plenty of excellent pubs and restaurants within 15 minutes of the house Perfect base to explore Norfolk and less than 100 miles away from London
About the property
Set in a rural location in the delightful village of Great Hockham, Hockham Grange is your own private oasis to do as much or as little as you like. Original features meet sophisticated luxury with highlights including a swimming pool (open between 1st April - 31st October), a tennis court, three living spaces, a games room and a grand dining room with the opportunity to hire a private chef. Should you wish to explore beyond the grounds, nearby activities include walks and bike rides at Thetford Forest Park, boat rides on the Norfolk Broads via Bure Valley Steam Railway and day trips to Brancaster Beach or Holkham Beach.
The space
The House
This elegant and characterful Georgian Rectory is set over two floors and boasts a delightful combination of elegant décor and unique antiques.
The comfortable sitting room is an ideal place to relax on three comfortable sofas for a movie night on the Smart TV or a catch-up beside the open fire. This dual aspect room overlooks both the walled garden to the side of the house and the gravel garden to the front. Board games, a wide selection of books, magazines and DVDs satisfy every mood.
Meanwhile, the fully-equipped kitchen is complete with everything you will need including a six-hob range oven, combi-microwave, American fridge/freezer, dishwasher, warming drawers, coffee machine and bottle fridge, while the breakfast table comfortably seats 10. Adjacent to the kitchen is a handy laundry room with a second dishwasher, two washing machines and three tumble dryers.
For a more formal affair, venture to the grand dining room with its beautiful hand-painted Chinoiserie walls and 14-seater dining table. If you don't feel like cooking or you are celebrating a special occasion, a private chef can be arranged via our Guest Services team.
Once replenished, head to the charming drawing room, thoughtfully designed to comfortably seat your whole party in front of the warming open fire, surrounded by antiques and fine art.
On the first floor, you will find five individually designed bedrooms with cosy interiors and characterful charm. There are two super-king-size bedrooms with an en-suite shower room each, a further two super-king-size bedrooms with access to the family bathroom, and an additional twin bedroom which also has access to the family bathroom.
The Pool House
This stunning cottage is separate from the main house and provides additional accommodation for up to six guests. The property is complete with a stunning living room featuring 20ft vaulted ceilings, oak beams and direct access to the swimming pool. There are two sumptuous sofas and a TV for cosy nights in with a fully equipped kitchen at one end.
At the far end of the cottage, there is a games room with a log burner, sofas, bean bags, DVD, Wii and Game Cube all attached to the Smart TV. Board games and table tennis are also available and perfect for keeping the younger guests entertained.
The cottage has three delightful bedrooms. There's a super-king-size bedroom and a king-size bedroom with access to a shared shower room, while a further king-size bedroom has an en-suite shower room.
The Grounds
The house is adorned with enchanting grounds which have recently qualified for the National Garden Scheme. There are acres of gardens to explore and play on, along with a swimming pool, tennis court, five-a-side football pitch and ample seating for alfresco dining in the summer months. A large selection of complimentary bicycles is stored in the oak garage for cycling in the grounds or further afield into the adjacent Thetford Forest.
Guest access
There is a lock box which you can access on arrival.
Sustainability
We plant a tree for every booking we make to help offset some of the carbon emissions generated by our stays.
Keep in mind
Check-in: from 16:00
Check-out: by 10:00
Deposit: Bookings are subject to a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the booking value plus applicable booking fees with the balance payable 60 days before the date of travel.
Accidental Damage Deposit: To maintain the highest standards in our properties, guests will need to pay a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £1,000 prior to their stay.
House rules
No smoking/vaping No stag or hen parties Children of all ages are welcome Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome (with some restrictions and prior notice required)
