Canal House
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Overview
Perched on the waterfront, adjacent to Norfolk’s only locked canal, Canal House is a magnificent restoration and conversion of the 19th century Eldridge Mill Granary Building. With superb original features, traditional Norfolk materials such as brick and flint blended with contemporary aspects, this holiday home is both striking and superbly comfortable. It sleeps 6 guests in 3 fabulous bedrooms.
The house is situated two miles from North Walsham at White Horse Common. Your holiday will include wonderful countryside walks and plenty of visits to the fabulous Norfolk beaches. The seaside towns of Cromer and Mundesley are very close by as are some wonderful historic houses and gardens such as the National Trust’s Blickling Hall.
Canal House offers superb modern comfort together with bucket loads of character. This amazing three-storey building features balconies on all floors with stunning views over the millpond, canal and water meadows. It features much of the wonderful structural woodwork that made up its original character, so there are warm wooden beams throughout together with vaulted ceilings in the bedrooms. It has been sensitively renovated with contemporary touches, a gorgeous kitchen and excellent bathrooms. The state-of-the-art digital entertainment system is a major plus so that you can relax, listen to your favourite soundtracks or watch a movie at the end of a busy day.
The water and abundant wildlife are all part of the magic of Canal House. Otters and kingfishers have frequently seen in the nearby water meadows, and the area is a firm favourite with birdwatchers. There is a launch not far from the house for kayak and canoe trips on the canal. The house offers a scenic garden with garden furniture on the patio for alfresco dining. Not only that there is a lovely balcony by the kitchen with a table for two waiting for a romantic glass of wine to watch the sunset.
The lower ground floor is home to an atmospheric open plan kitchen diner. The kitchen is modern and perfect for preparing lovely holiday meals. The room is a delight, full of beams and dotted with colour splashes of white and lime green. You can head out to the balcony or to the garden where you can enjoy alfresco dining with a view using the barbecue.
Upstairs you will find the luxurious living area with its deep plush sofas centred around a modern wood-burning stove. Wall to wall French doors flood the room with light and open onto a balcony. Tucked away, there is a cute little games corner with table football for fun.
The top-level is home to three bedrooms. The master bedroom boasts a kingsize bed, an ensuite shower room and a private balcony. This gorgeous room is very spacious and enjoys lovely countryside views. There are another charming double room and a twin which share a modern family bathroom. The bedrooms enjoy beamed and vaulted ceilings which add to their luxurious engaging appeal.
What you should know…
- Visitors are welcome to bring one medium size dog to Canal House though please be aware that the garden is not dog proof
- If you have young children with you, please take great care of the disused canal running alongside the garden as it is not fenced and could be dangerous
- Mobile reception is variable though there is wifi so you can easily make WhatsApp calls
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Large living room with comfortable sofas, satellite TV, fireplace and access to the terrace
- Open plan dining area for 6 people with access to the terrace
- Fully equipped kitchen with central island with access to the terrace
- Cloakroom
First Floor
- Master bedroom with king size bed, access to a private balcony and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Bedroom with a double bed and views to the canal
- Bedroom with two single beds
- Family bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Lawn and terraced area
- Outdoor dining
- Garden furniture
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Central heating
- Washing machine & dryer
- Football table
- Parking
Location
About the surrounding area of Canal HouseCanal House enjoys a countryside setting in White Horse Common, just two miles from North Walsham. It is very quiet and peaceful. You have very good links here to the stunning North Norfolk beaches with their huge skies.
North Walsham is steeped in history dating back to Anglo-Saxon times. It became a centre for weaving along with the nearby village of Worstead. The wealth from this enabled the locals to build St Nicholas Church which dates back to 1330. Its tall tower is the second tallest in Norfolk after Norwich Cathedral. There is a Thursday market and plenty of shops, eateries and historical buildings including Paston College where Horatio Nelson spent his school days between 1768 and 1771. Bacton Woods has 280 acres of ancient woodland, an excellent place to hike and bike.
If you want to explore more about Nelson’s links to the area, you can visit Nelson’s birthplace, Burnham Thorpe. A stroll around the village reveals the site of the parsonage where Nelson was born though it was knocked down in 1803. Nelson’s father was rector at All Saint’s Church, and there is a lot of memorabilia in the fabulous village pub. It is definitely the place for a good lunch!
Mundesley is a charming Victorian seaside village not far from Canal House. It is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with breathtaking coastal walks including the Paston Way and the Norfolk Coast Path. Mundesley became popular with the Victorians after the opening of a railway in 1889. Southrepps Common is an important area for wildlife with deep fragrant woodland and beautiful wildflowers. A fine nine-hole golf course built in 1901 sits on the River Mun hillside with sensational views over the coast and countryside.
Cromer, perched on the very edge of the North Norfolk coast, is famous for its delicious Cromer crabs, wide-open beaches, its lighthouse, its proud tradition of RNLI service and its iconic pier. It boasts many small local independent shops and restaurants and feels a little as though you have gone back in time.
If you enjoy visiting ancient houses and stunning gardens you can take a trip to Blickling Hall. It is a breathtaking Jacobean mansion in 4600 acres with ancient yew hedges. The garden and historic park are magnificent. There are excellent marked walks as well as cycle routes. It is also a wonderful place to go if you have your dog with you.
Close to the house, you will find the very pretty East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens. There are so many different gardens to see, plus there is an excellent tea room. You will not regret visiting it!
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Norwich International Airport
(29 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Norwich
(27km) |
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| Nearest Village |
North Walsham
(3km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
The Three Cottages Fish Restaurant
(3 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
White Swan
(3 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Sainsbury's
(3 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
(8 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Mundesley Golf Club
(10 km) |
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Region
Found in the East of England, Norfolk’s charms are as broad as the famous network of rivers that run through it. With an abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, this is one county where you can really kick back and enjoy some quintessential English countryside.
But it’s not just a rural idyll – there’s loads of stuff to see and do, which we’ve all put together in our handy Norfolk travel guide. And don’t forget, if you need a place to stay our luxury cottages in Norfolk offer everything you need for an amazing family holiday.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesCanal House is absolutely lovely though you will need to take care of young children. Perhaps it is not the best bet for toddlers as the canal is not fenced off. However, the house is wonderful inside with plenty of space, and table football is sure to be a hit.
Families love the typical seaside fun to be had in Cromer. The beach, the 151-metre long Victorian pier, crabbing, visits the educational RNLI Henry Blogg Museum and the tropical Amazona Zoo are all popular. You can enjoy a performance at the end of the pier, followed by a fish and chip supper. The delightful Amazona Zoo is home to over 200 animals from South America. There are jaguars, iguanas, flamingoes and capuchins. There is an outdoor play area and an indoor one called ‘Jungle Tumbles’. The zoo’s yurt has lots of information on conservation, South America and the animals that live there.
Another informative and fun trip is to Baconsthorpe Castle, a great historical site in the Cromer village of Baconsthorpe. Entry is free. You can download an audio tour on the English Heritage website.
Mundesley is also a lovely seaside resort. It boasts a wonderful beach, crazy golf, a skate park, play areas and a tennis court. In the summer there is a surf school where children can have lessons. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy exhibitions, fayres, festivals and concerts in the village hall. The Maritime Museum is believed to be one of the smallest museums in England!
A little further away you can enjoy Sheringham Park, Sheringham Beach and a trip on the Poppy Line, Sheringham’s steam railway. Harry Potter fans will love the steam locomotive with thoughts of Hogwarts Express. Sheringham’s Little Theatre produce frequent plays, music and films. The Muckleburgh Military Collection is an interesting day out for all the family.
Blakeney is extremely popular and it is easy to see why. Children love crabbing and taking boat trips to see the seals on Blakeney Point from the harbour or from Morston Quay. The seal pups are born during November to early January with over 2000 being born each year.
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Indoor Games
- Table Football
- Waterfront
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
* Please note that due to Covid-19, the check in and out times have been temporarily amended to allow for additional cleaning. Check in is now 5pm, check-out is 9am. Thank you for your understanding.
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed linen, bath and pool towels are included in the rental price. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights |
| Changeover day | Flexible. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of £20 per pet per week will apply (paid locally. max of 1 pet allowed). |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 6 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22nd 2023 - Sep 29th 2023 | £1,131 | £1,269 | £1,407 | £1,476 |
| Sep 29th 2023 - Oct 6th 2023 | £1,114 | £1,249 | £1,385 | £1,452 |
| Oct 6th 2023 - Oct 13th 2023 | £1,109 | £1,243 | £1,378 | £1,446 |
| Oct 13th 2023 - Oct 20th 2023 | £1,112 | £1,247 | £1,383 | £1,450 |
| Oct 20th 2023 - Oct 27th 2023 | £1,289 | £1,448 | £1,607 | £1,686 |
| Oct 27th 2023 - Nov 3rd 2023 | £1,174 | £1,317 | £1,461 | £1,532 |
| Nov 3rd 2023 - Nov 10th 2023 | £964 | £1,079 | £1,194 | £1,252 |
| Nov 10th 2023 - Nov 17th 2023 | £964 | £1,079 | £1,194 | £1,252 |
| Nov 17th 2023 - Nov 24th 2023 | £964 | £1,079 | £1,194 | £1,252 |
| Nov 24th 2023 - Dec 1st 2023 | £964 | £1,079 | £1,194 | £1,252 |
| Dec 1st 2023 - Dec 8th 2023 | £964 | £1,079 | £1,194 | £1,252 |
| Dec 8th 2023 - Dec 15th 2023 | £964 | £1,079 | £1,194 | £1,252 |
| Dec 15th 2023 - Dec 22nd 2023 | £972 | £1,089 | £1,205 | £1,264 |
| Dec 22nd 2023 - Dec 29th 2023 | £1,499 | £1,685 | £1,872 | £1,965 |
| Dec 29th 2023 - Jan 5th 2024 | £1,500 | £1,687 | £1,874 | £1,968 |
| Jan 5th 2024 - Jan 12th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Jan 12th 2024 - Jan 19th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Jan 19th 2024 - Jan 26th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Jan 26th 2024 - Feb 2nd 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Feb 2nd 2024 - Feb 9th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Feb 9th 2024 - Feb 16th 2024 | £1,069 | £1,198 | £1,328 | £1,392 |
| Feb 16th 2024 - Feb 23rd 2024 | £1,032 | £1,157 | £1,281 | £1,344 |
| Feb 23rd 2024 - Mar 1st 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Mar 1st 2024 - Mar 8th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Mar 8th 2024 - Mar 15th 2024 | £1,000 | £1,120 | £1,241 | £1,301 |
| Mar 15th 2024 - Mar 22nd 2024 | £1,000 | £1,120 | £1,241 | £1,301 |
| Mar 22nd 2024 - Mar 29th 2024 | £1,264 | £1,420 | £1,575 | £1,653 |
| Mar 29th 2024 - Apr 5th 2024 | £1,362 | £1,531 | £1,699 | £1,784 |
| Apr 5th 2024 - Apr 12th 2024 | £1,264 | £1,420 | £1,575 | £1,653 |
| Apr 12th 2024 - Apr 19th 2024 | £1,119 | £1,255 | £1,391 | £1,459 |
| Apr 19th 2024 - Apr 26th 2024 | £1,119 | £1,255 | £1,391 | £1,459 |
| Apr 26th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | £1,170 | £1,313 | £1,456 | £1,528 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £1,181 | £1,325 | £1,469 | £1,542 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 17th 2024 | £1,203 | £1,351 | £1,498 | £1,572 |
| May 17th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £1,221 | £1,370 | £1,520 | £1,595 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | £1,617 | £1,820 | £2,023 | £2,124 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 | £1,313 | £1,475 | £1,637 | £1,718 |
| Jun 7th 2024 - Jun 14th 2024 | £1,327 | £1,490 | £1,654 | £1,736 |
| Jun 14th 2024 - Jun 21st 2024 | £1,390 | £1,562 | £1,735 | £1,821 |
| Jun 21st 2024 - Jun 28th 2024 | £1,433 | £1,611 | £1,790 | £1,879 |
| Jun 28th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £1,489 | £1,674 | £1,860 | £1,953 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £1,546 | £1,739 | £1,933 | £2,029 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024 | £1,629 | £1,833 | £2,037 | £2,139 |
| Jul 19th 2024 - Jul 26th 2024 | £1,694 | £1,907 | £2,120 | £2,226 |
| Jul 26th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 | £1,825 | £2,055 | £2,286 | £2,401 |
| Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 9th 2024 | £1,825 | £2,055 | £2,286 | £2,401 |
| Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 16th 2024 | £1,825 | £2,055 | £2,286 | £2,401 |
| Aug 16th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | £1,825 | £2,055 | £2,286 | £2,401 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £1,825 | £2,055 | £2,286 | £2,401 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | £1,420 | £1,597 | £1,773 | £1,861 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Sep 13th 2024 | £1,375 | £1,546 | £1,716 | £1,801 |
| Sep 13th 2024 - Sep 20th 2024 | £1,253 | £1,407 | £1,561 | £1,638 |
| Sep 20th 2024 - Sep 27th 2024 | £1,170 | £1,313 | £1,456 | £1,528 |
| Sep 27th 2024 - Oct 4th 2024 | £1,152 | £1,293 | £1,433 | £1,503 |
| Oct 4th 2024 - Oct 11th 2024 | £1,147 | £1,287 | £1,427 | £1,496 |
| Oct 11th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £1,150 | £1,291 | £1,431 | £1,501 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Oct 25th 2024 | £1,334 | £1,499 | £1,664 | £1,747 |
| Oct 25th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £1,334 | £1,499 | £1,664 | £1,747 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Nov 8th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Nov 8th 2024 - Nov 15th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Nov 15th 2024 - Nov 22nd 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Nov 22nd 2024 - Nov 29th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 6th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Dec 6th 2024 - Dec 13th 2024 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Dec 13th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £1,005 | £1,126 | £1,247 | £1,308 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | £1,552 | £1,746 | £1,940 | £2,037 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £1,554 | £1,748 | £1,942 | £2,040 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 10th 2025 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jan 17th 2025 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Jan 17th 2025 - Jan 24th 2025 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
| Jan 24th 2025 - Mar 25th 2025 | £996 | £1,115 | £1,235 | £1,295 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Lovely
Lovely house, very comfortable with everything we needed for our stay. Property manager was responsive and helpful.
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Perfection!
Pictures do not do this property justice it was beyond our expectations and we will definitely be rebooking.
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Faultless!
Fantastic place to stay, very peaceful and absolutely huge inside! Everything you needed in the kitchen, comfy beds and close to beaches like Mundesley and Happisburgh. The garden was lovely and sunrise over the canal was beautiful. Couldn’t fault this place at all and will definitely return!
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Surrounded by beautiful wildlife
Just the best located place we have ever stayed - lots of wildlife - water voles, otters, birds - walks along the canal from the door, and very conveniently placed for lots of wildlife reserves and for the coast. Also close to all the main supermarkets etc, only 10 mins away, but the property is in a completely calm and quiet location.
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.
