Guests say
St Mary's Chapel in Norwich offers a unique and delightful stay, with guests praising its cosy atmosphere, ample space, and picturesque surroundings. The property's underfloor heating, fireplaces, and comfortable beds ensure a warm and restful experience. The large garden and private access to a castle add to the charm. The well-equipped kitchen and welcome package with local produce are appreciated touches. While some minor maintenance is noted, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Reviews consistently mention the property as clean and well-kept, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for its picturesque setting, proximity to local amenities, and the unique feature of a castle nearby, making it an exceptional choice for visitors.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of cosy fireplaces, underfloor heating, and comfy beds. The spaciousness also contributes to the overall comfort.
The property is well-furnished with games, puzzles, and a well-appointed kitchen. However, some guests suggest updating frying pans and adding wardrobes, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
The welcome package and local produce are appreciated gestures of thoughtfulness. While such gifts enhance the experience, they are a bonus and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Discover historic charm at St Mary’s Chapel. Recently renovated, this 12th-century gem offers modern comforts for an enchanting stay. Welcome to tranquillity and history.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: (2 Steps), Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Washing Machine
Study.
Gallery: Futon (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Library.
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden and barbecue. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a moat, 100 yards away.. Welcome to St Mary’s Chapel, a captivating retreat steeped in history, nestled in the heart of New Buckenham, Norfolk. Originally built as a 12th-century chapel, this remarkable property has recently undergone a meticulous renovation, seamlessly blending its historic charm with modern comforts.
This enchanting property accommodates up to eight guests, offering a perfect blend of communal spaces and private sanctuaries. On the ground floor, discover a living room, dining room, study, and a library area adorned with original beams and a wood burner. Unwind with a Smart TV or lose yourself in a good book while the flames dance in the background. The recently renovated kitchen, a focal point of the home, is a culinary haven awaiting your creativity, the modern amenities are seamlessly integrated for your convenience. A bathroom, as well as a separate shower room, add to the functionality of the ground floor, ensuring that every guest’s needs are met. The sleeping quarters are thoughtfully arranged across the property. The first bedroom boasts a comfortable double bed, while the second bedroom features two inviting singles. The third bedroom echoes the comfort of another double bed, and the fourth bedroom is adorned with bunk beds suitable for guests of all ages. Between bedrooms three and four, a newly added shower room provides an additional touch of delight, featuring a convenient walk-in shower. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a thoughtful welcome pack, setting the tone for a memorable stay. It’s the perfect introduction to the warmth and hospitality that St Mary’s Chapel exudes.
Outside is a garden to enjoy exclusively, which abuts the moat and is partly overlooked by the owner’s house. Beyond the chapel’s walls, New Buckenham offers a quaint village atmosphere, inviting exploration of its historic sites and charming local amenities such as a recently opened café to refuel after a day of exploring. Discover the picturesque surroundings, or venture further to explore Norfolk’s diverse attractions, from scenic walks in the countryside to visits to nearby historic landmarks. St Mary’s Chapel beckons as a unique blend of history and modern comfort, inviting you to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of New Buckenham and create lasting memories in this meticulously renovated 12th-century gem with its stone walls, and unrestricted access to a privately owned, ruined castle, set within a moated area - access to the castle is not exclusive as members of the public can pay to visit. A public footpath runs past the property. Shop and pub 500 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Dad's Army Museum
Reviews (8)
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Joanne
Just had a lovely stay for a week, family came for weekend. The fire is a must in winter which added to chapel stay. The underfloor heating was needed and a delight, So much to do as there were puzzles, books, games and cards there. We did bring our own games too. Loads to do in surrounding areas and the local pub The Kings Head roast dinner was amazing. Didn’t go to local cafe but will definitely be going back to stay so next time. My only gripe the two frying pans need to be up dated as eggs stuck to them and need more small containers to use for micro wave and bedrooms could do with wardrobes. Nice touch was information book with everything you need to know about chapel and surrounding areas. My two dogs loved the garden and castle. Hoping to come back in summer. Definitely worth every penny, definitely coming back. I give it five stars.
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Shirley Shaddock
We have just finished a long weekend here - absolutely wonderful place- cosy, warm, peaceful and very comfortable - even the beds were as comfy as home. Plenty of bathrooms and plenty of space for everyone to relax & have some peace and privacy. Well appointed kitchen which is also a pleasant place to sit and chat/listen to the radio. The owners kindly left us some fresh local produce, which we enjoyed, Thank You. We loved exploring the castle remains and surrounding area - a very picturesque location.Close to Diss & Norwich soPlenty to do. With the underfloor heating, radiators and log burner it was always lovely and warm.We've stayed in many places in Norfolk but this is the ONLY one we want to return to - we're already looking forward to our next stay and willLikely book in the next couple of days. Highly recommend .
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Karen Read
An amazing, characterful building with lots of room for our party of four adults and dog, with a huge garden (visited by deer and badgers). How many properties can boast a moat at the bottom of the garden and the keys to the grounds of an old castle keep? The welcome package (including eggs from the owners' own chickens which roam the garden nearby, much to the fascination of our dog) was very much appreciated. There is a great pub locally and a lovely little village shop and a cafe. Supermarket shopping, butchers, takeaways etc are within a short distance by car (in Diss for example).We all had a thoroughly enjoyable holiday