Title: Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. Cottage in Dereham with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. ![Beach - Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. (Stanfield, near Fakenham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92617900/92617804/255ea700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. (Stanfield, near Fakenham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92617900/92617804/614cb152.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. (Stanfield, near Fakenham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92617900/92617804/b9607c94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. (Stanfield, near Fakenham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92617900/92617804/6945bf44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, high chair - Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. (Stanfield, near Fakenham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92617900/92617804/0dc39431.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this delightful retreat in the heart of Stanfield village, surrounded by quiet country lanes perfect for cycling and walking. With a garden patio, private parking for 2 cars, and WiFi included, it's an ideal base to explore Fakenham's family attractions. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available £354 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. Here you are in the perfect place from which to explore Fakenham and a variety of local family attractions.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room/kitchen: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Dining room. Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Oil central heating included (£20per week 2nd October – 29th April). Travel cot and highchair. Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a pond in the grounds. Couples, families and holidaymakers only.. Ideal for a relaxing break, this very spacious delightful property is ideally placed to explore a wealth of attractions. It sits in the grounds of the owner’s home in the pretty village of Stanfield just 11 miles from the market town of Fakenham famous for its races. Surrounded by quiet country lanes it is ideal for cyclists and walkers alike. The wonderful coast of north Norfolk, the glorious beaches at Holkham and Hunstanton for family fun, the Queen’s estate at Sandringham, Gressenhall Rural Life Museum, the charming Georgian town of Holt with it quaint shops, Wells-next-the-Sea where you can take a ride on the train to the beach or sample the local seafood stalls in the harbour and medieval Norwich with its castle, cathedral, fine shops and restaurants are all within an easy drive. Shop and pub within 1.5 miles. Free WiFi Families or couples only. Holidaymakers only. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-E5207A-E5207A ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.75088%2C0.86200&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7ypmSvoivmDMkVwwG7aDCEgDiZc=) Stanfield, near Fakenham #### What's nearby - Woad Centre \- 6 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse \- 7 min drive \- 5.2 miles - Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station \- 10 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum \- 12 min drive \- 8.2 miles - Mid-Norfolk Railway - East Dereham Station \- 13 min drive \- 8.6 miles #### Getting around - Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 17 min drive - Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Beeston Ploughshare - ‬6 min drive - ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Fox and Hound - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cafe Barn - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home.? ### How much is parking at Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home.? ### What time is check-in at Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home.? ### What time is check-out at Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home.? ### Where is Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family holidays are so much more than a postcard home. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Adriaan Richter 8 Aug 2025 #### W Well equiped cottage, friendly host and good base to explore the Northern coast ##### Adriaan Richter This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara 7 Aug 2025 #### Highly recommended. Highly recommended. ##### Barbara This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neal Bumford 1 Jun 2025 #### R Really nice very warm welcome very clean and well equipped ##### Neal Bumford ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information) ---