About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Dower House in Fakenham offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with private bathrooms, garden views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, walk-in shower, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax in the private garden or outdoor seating area. The property provides free on-site private parking, bicycle parking, and an outdoor furniture set. Additional amenities include a TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a seamless arrival and departure. Prime Location: Located 32 km from Norwich International Airport, The Dower House is near attractions such as Houghton Hall (21 km) and Blakeney Point (22 km). Highly rated for its friendly host, excellent breakfast, and comfortable rooms.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michael
United Kingdom“Excellent b and b in a very handy location for touring the North Norfolk area and the coast. Liz is a wonderful host with lots of local knowledge and cooks a really good breakfast accompanied by freshly homemade bread and lots of other goodies....” 
Suesy United Kingdom“Elizabeth was amazing; very welcoming with a cup of tea and a slice of homemade cake. Motsy the lab was welcoming too; lots of tummy tickles wanted. The bedroom was lovely, bright and clean; the bed was wonderfully comfortable; I slept really...”- Nicola United Kingdom“Elizabeth is such a wonderful host and an absolute pleasure to meet and talk to. A beautiful house in an excellent location with a lovely breakfast. Comfy beds, very quiet and spacious room with restaurants and pubs just a short drive away.”
- Simon United Kingdom“Delightful house and setting. Extremely comfortable accd with excellent bed. Breakfasts comprehensive and delicious. Superb and entertaining hostess.”
- Susan United Kingdom“The owner, Elizabeth, was friendly and welcoming and our two friends who were over from Australia loved it and thought it was the best place they'd stayed. We also visited the local church and a resident, Peter, saw us and showed us round,...”
- Paula
New Zealand“Quite beautifully presented house on lovely gardens” - Kerstin United Kingdom“Lovely home with a beautiful garden and very spacious rooms and bathroom. Elizabeth is a wonderful host who makes you feel at home from the moment you enter.”
- Tim United Kingdom“Beautiful accommodation and Elizabeth is a charming and welcoming hostess.”
- Tanton United Kingdom“The Dower House is a beautiful house which is kept in impeccable condition. Kept and maintained to the highest of standards throughout. Being a guest was great with super comfy accommodation, great shower and a superb breakfast all with...”
- Barry United Kingdom“Friendly and informative host. Plenty of parking. Excellent breakfast. Quiet location.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Hosted by Elizabeth Savory
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Elizabeth Savory
A charming small country house in the village of Great Ryburgh which has been lovingly decorated as a comfortable place to stay. The garden to the front of the house is full of colour in the summer and is bordered by a flint wall with roses clambering up it. Breakfast is taken in the dining room which has oak wood floors and antique furniture. The hostess has been welcoming guests for several years and wishes to make people feel comfortable as soon as they arrive. Guests should be aware that the village pub has recently been closed which will involve a car journey to other local pubs, of which there are several to suit all tastes.
Elizabeth enjoys meeting people and making them comfortable at The Dower House - the garden is a great passion, being something of a 'plantswoman', along with travel and birdwatching, and enjoys the local area and history. She is also a bell ringer (practice night is Thursday!) and is involved in all the different village activities that Great Ryburgh has to offer. She has a farming background with family in the industry close by. She also enjoys cooking and will offer evening meals if given enough notice, particularly now that the pub has closed.
The Dower House, Gt Ryburgh, is centrally situated for visiting all parts of Norfolk, whether it be the sandy beaches at Wells with its amazingly eclectic group of beach huts, to the popular beach at Holkham, or taking trips to Blakeney Point to see the seals and other wildlife, or to visit local historic houses. Blickling, Felbrigg and Oxborough National Trust properties are in easy reach, as well as privately owned Houghton Hall, Holkham Hall and Raynham Hall close by. There are several excellent eateries in the area, from pubs to Thai to Gastro to Michelin Star restaurants. We have a very serviceable village shop and post office, but unfortunately, like many others, our village pub has closed recently.
Language spoken: English
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Check-in
From 16:30 to 22:00
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
