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The Old Sweet Shop, Foulsham

The Old Sweet Shop is a cottage formerly the sweet shop of the Norfolk village of Foulsham. It offers three bedrooms; 2 singles together to make a double, a standard double and a twin which can be zipped into a double room, there is also a family bathroom and a cloakroom, the property can sleep six people. The interior also boasts a kitchen, a dining room with a woodburner. To the outside there is off road and roadside parking, as well as an enclosed garden with a lawn area and a covered patio with furniture and a chiminea. The Old Sweet Shop is a charming cottage in a lovely East Anglian village.

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Accommodation Details

Three bedrooms: 1 x super king which can be unzipped to 2 x singles, 1 x standard double, 1 x twin which can be zipped together to make a double. Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC. Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen. Dining room with woodburning stove. Sitting room with woodburning stove. Three bedrooms: 1 x super king which can be unzipped to 2 x singles, 1 x standard double, 1 x twin which can be zipped together to make a double.

This charm-filled cottage once served as Foulsham's sweet shop as it rests in the heart of this lovely Norfolk village, which resides within a conservation area. This cottage is perfect for couples and families alike, with dogs being most welcome. Be welcomed into The Old Sweet Shop by its heart-warming dining room, set with ample seating for everybody, with a warming woodburner adding a cosy touch. Step through into the immaculate kitchen, the glossy cream units provide you with everything that you will need throughout your stay, along with a gas range cooker to complete the setup. Kick back and relax in the alluring sitting room which boasts plenty of snug, leather seating, a large TV, SkyQ and another stunning woodburning stove. Double doors take you into a thoughtful games room featuring a range of toys from a toddlers toy box to XBOX 360, table football and a safety dartboard, there is also the option of a double sofa bed should any extra guests wish to stay, providing some extra flexibility . Indeed the owners often have two families with young children staying, making a total of eight guests in the cottage to enjoy a relaxing get away with their family and friends. A carpeted staircase brings you up to the first floor, here will reveal the three tastefully decorated bedrooms; one with zip/link beds for some flexibility, all are graced with homely touches to provide a peaceful spot to get your rest. The interior of The Old Sweet Shop is topped off with a contemporary, clay tone family bathroom so you can get ready for your day in style. The excellence of the property continues to its exterior, a wonderful patio seating area is thoughtfully covered and comes with a smoker barbeque and chiminea so you can sit out with an evening glass of wine whatever the weather. Foulsham is a pretty village retaining much of its traditional charm, it offers a village shop for your daily essentials. Dereham is nearby and offers an excellent range of amenities along with the Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum. The city of Norwich makes for a fun-packed day out, showcasing some spectacular architecture, elite shopping and a range of things to see and do. The market towns of Holt and Fakenham are nearby and offer an excellent range of shops and amenities. There is excellent access to North Norfolk with its amazing beaches, coastal villages and National Trust properties. A welcoming cottage in a splendid Norfolk location.

Foulsham is a central Norfolk village home to the 14th century 'Church of The Holy Innocent' and a shop. Fakenham is close by where you can watch racing, or visit Dereham. A little further afield is the historical city of Norwich with its shopping, eateries and events.

Amenities & Facilities

Oil central heating, underfloor kitchen heating and 2 x woodburning stoves. Duel Fuel Gas/electric range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Sky Q, highspeed WiFi. Xbox 360, table football, darts, toy box, kids books, outdoor garden skittles and Molkky. Fuel, power and starter pack for stoves inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair available on request. Roadside parking for 1 car. Bike storage behind locked gate. Rear covered patio with furniture, smoker barbeque and chiminea. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1 minute walk, pub 2 minute walk.

Location Details

Foulsham is a central Norfolk village home to the 14th century 'Church of The Holy Innocent' and a shop. Fakenham is close by where you can watch racing, or visit Dereham. A little further afield is the historical city of Norwich with its shopping, eateries and events.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Foulsham is detailed below.

Wed 11th Overcast clouds 7°C 5°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,034mb
Thu 12th Overcast clouds 9°C 6°C 7mph 0.0mm 1,032mb
Fri 13th Overcast clouds 8°C 6°C 6mph 0.0mm 1,025mb
Sat 14th Light rain 6°C 3°C 13mph 0.4mm 1,019mb
Sun 15th Light rain 10°C 2°C 16mph 0.2mm 1,025mb
Mon 16th Broken clouds 10°C 7°C 18mph 0.0mm 1,032mb
Tue 17th Broken clouds 9°C 5°C 12mph 0.0mm 1,032mb

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