Bodney Lodge

Drive down the tree-lined, gravel drive through the idyllic Bodney Hall estate and you’ll arrive at a very special holiday home. Bodney Lodge comprises a barn, stable and outhouse that have been renovated to an extremely high standard. The heart of the property is the spectacular open-plan living space in the main barn, with its original, vaulted oak-beamed ceiling that creates a vast space for family and friends to congregate. There’s a cosy seating area as well as a built-in library and a large wood-burning stove built into the period stone chimney. During your stay, you’ll find there’s plenty of space for you all to enjoy yourselves. In the main barn, a rustic, teak dining table seats up to 10 guests, and is situated under an antler chandelier. The owners have thought of every detail, from the underfloor heating to the free-standing copper bath in the master bedroom. As guests you’re welcome to walk through the parkland of Bodney Hall down to the River Wissey. The river is a chalk stream and you can arrange fly fishing should you wish. There are stunning views of Norfolk’s countryside and large skies to be had from every angle in the garden. And if you’d really like to de-stress while you’re here, you can book private catering and massages too. This holiday at a glance Sleeps 12 guests (including use of the mezzanine level twin single beds - please see Additional Information). Main Barn: Two bedrooms with 6' super king size zip and link beds and en-suite bathroom. Mezzanine level: Twin 3' single beds (see Additional Information). Stable Block: Bedroom with 5' king-size four poster bed and en-suite bathroom. Interconnecting bedroom with 4'6 double bed and en-suite shower room. Bedroom with 4'6 double bed and en-suite shower room. Underfloor heating throughout the main barn. Wood-burning stove. Bespoke built-in library. Games room with wood burning stove, full size snooker table and dart board. Hot tub. Private catering and massages can be booked in advance (see Additional Information). Fly fishing, rowing boats and other services can be booked in advance (see Additional Information). WiFi. Large lawned gardens. Garden furniture seating 12 guests. Weber barbecue. Children of all ages welcome. Cot available on request. Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Private parking available. Additional Information: The mezzanine level holds two 3' single beds which guests are welcome to use, however caution should be taken up the steep spiral staircase. Please be aware, guests using these beds will need to share en-suite facilities with another bedroom. Underfloor heating throughout the main barn. Barbecue provided. Please leave the barbecue in the condition you would wish to find it. Thank you in advance. Private catering and massages can be booked in advance through the owners. The owners have provided a hot tub. Please ensure that children are supervised whilst in use. Fly fishing, rowing boats and other services can be booked in advance through the owners. Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Rural Retreats will be held responsible. Main Barn: Ground Floor Open-plan kitchen/dining room and sitting room Kitchen With an electric oven and hob, microwave, large Smeg fridge freezer and dishwasher. Spiral staircase to mezzanine level. Dining area Seating up to 12 guests and french doors to garden. Sitting room area With a wood burning stove and library. Bedroom one With a 6' super-king size zip and link bed. En-suite bathroom With a bath and overhead shower, wash basin and WC. Bedroom two With a 6' super-king size zip and link bed. En-suite bathroom With a bath and overhead shower, wash basin and WC. Mezzanine Level accessed via spiral staircase from the kitchen With twin single 3' beds - care must be taken accessing this area. Boot room With utility area housing a combined washer/dryer and cloakroom/WC. Stable Block: Accommodation is all on one level Bedroom one With a 5' king size bed, large seating area and en-suite bathroom with copper bath. Bedroom two With a 4'6 double bed and en-suite shower room. Bedroom three With a 4'6 double bed and en-suite shower room. Outside: Games room Separate building with full-size snooker table, wood-burning stove and darts board. Garden Large, enclosed gardens with lawns and terraces. Garden furniture seating 12 guests. Weber barbecue. Access to Rodney Hall parkland and private woodlands. Private parking.