CORPORATE RETREATS
LUXURY HOLIDAY HOME
South Creake · North Norfolk
COMPANY RETREATS
6 Bedrooms · 7 Bathrooms
Welcome to The Old Chequers, an exceptional luxury holiday home nestled in the picturesque village of South Creake, Norfolk. Designed to accommodate groups of up to 14 adults, our substantial six-bedroom house is the ideal choice for corporate retreats and business trips, offering a unique blend of comfort, entertainment, and tranquillity. An ideal location and abundant activities make this stay the perfect company outing for team building, fresh perspectives, and relaxation.
Immerse yourself in the charm of our meticulously designed home, where every detail has been carefully curated to provide an unforgettable experience. The heart of the house lies within the inviting living room, exuding warmth and character, making it the perfect gathering spot for brainstorming sessions and informal meetings. Indulge in our brand-new games room, a haven of excitement and friendly competition. Immerse yourself in the sunroom conservatory, flooding the space with natural light and offering breathtaking views of the private, south-west facing, flint stone walled garden.
The Old Chequers boasts a spacious walled garden, offering privacy and seclusion for moments of relaxation and reflection. Unwind in the hot tub, surrounded by nature's beauty, or simply bask in the sunshine while enjoying the tranquil ambience. Equipped with various entertainment options, including billiards, arcade games, and additional TVs, this dedicated space ensures that your colleagues will find the perfect balance between work and play, fostering team spirit and camaraderie.
EXPERIENCE UNFORGETTABLE CORPORATE GETAWAYS
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Unleash the potential for collaboration, rejuvenation, and team growth in an environment that seamlessly combines luxury, entertainment, and tranquillity.Our luxury holiday home is situated in the charming village of South Creake and is equipped with modern amenities and furnished with stylish decor. The Old Chequers provides guests easy access to the popular towns of Wells-Next-The-Sea and Burnham Market along the North Norfolk coast, while providing the perfect place to relax and unwind with all the comforts of home. Guests can take advantage of the picturesque surroundings in this quaint town and explore the delightful Norfolk countryside. For an unforgettable UK retreat, book your corporate getaway at The Old Chequers.
We offer Mid-week Specials for Corporate Getaways
Book a Mid-week stay at a 20% Discount compared to the Weekend rate
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ADD-ONS
Catering · Transport · Hosted Activities · Excursions
At The Old Chequers, we understand that an overall streamlined experience is essential to the success of any corporate gathering. Our team will happily organise your catering, transport, excursions, and various hosted activities on request. Each add-on comes with an additional cost, which will be quoted based on your requirements, and our team will do their best to ensure an unforgettable experience.
Exceptional dining experiences are essential to complete a day of team building. Our team will happily organise your catering on request, whether you prefer intimate dining, backyard barbecues, or grand banquets.
Catering
Day trips can be a hassle to organise, especially if multiple guests don't have their own transport available during the stay. We partner with local companies that offer tours, one-way, or return trips to various locations in North Norfolk, suitable to large groups.
Transport
Thrilling adventures, beach days out, or indoor team-building exercises - simply enquire, providing some guidance on what you're looking to add to your getaway, and our team will get it booked for you. We'll also sort pick-up and drop-off for the excursion if required.
Excursions
The Old Chequers boasts a large lawn, with plenty of space for outdoor lawn games or other team activities. The games room is a great space to host a billiards competition, games night, or even a poker night, all of which we can book to be hosted for your group.
Hosted Activities
Guests are free to utilise the amenities to enjoy their own team-building exercises, or simply for relaxation. If, however, you are interested in a more structured retreat, we'll happily arrange suitable hosted activities and events, along with catering and transport as required.
BEDROOMS
6 Bedrooms · 6 King Beds · Double Sofa Bed · Bunk Bed
Our charming holiday home boasts six spacious bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, Bluetooth speaker, wardrobe, and exquisite king-size mattress, to ensure that you have the best night's sleep. Each bed is dressed with the perfect combination of imported down and feather pillows, duvets for temperature regulation, and high thread count cotton bed coverings for extra comfort. There are six rooms, of which four have king beds, and two can either be made up as kings or twin beds. There is a further bunk bed in the Holkham Bedroom and a double sofa bed in the Ante Room by the Holkham Room, which can be made up on request. The ground-floor room (Sixth Bedroom) is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible wet room.
AMENITIES
Fully Equipped Kitchen · Luxury Amenities · Hot Tub · Games Room
We aim to make our guests feel at home and have taken care to add both necessities and also the small things we often need while on holiday. Guests have the option for outdoor dining, either on the deck in the garden or in the courtyard where an evening dinner will be lit up by fairy lights. The hot tub fits 8 people at a time and is definitely a guest favourite. The large garden provides plenty of space for kids to play and is well-suited for outdoor activities.
Following our recent renovation in June 2023, The Old Chequers has been transformed to exceed the highest standards of luxury and comfort.
THINGS TO DO IN NORFOLK
Activities near South Creake
South Creake is a quaint and family-friendly village with a pretty village green through which the River Burn runs. The local gastropub, The Ostrich Inn, is just down the road from The Old Chequers. From the beautiful beaches of the North Norfolk Coast to the quaint towns, this area of the UK has a lot to offer. Popular towns like Burnham Market and Wells-Next-The-Sea, with their array of shops, restaurants and pubs, make for a great day out. Take a peaceful walk along the coastal path, or relax on one of the many beautiful beaches. There are also plenty of opportunities for bird watching, with a wide variety of species to be spotted. For those looking for a more historical experience, the area around South Creake and Fakenham has plenty to offer. The Creake Abbey Ruins, a 13th century church, is situated just a few miles away and is well worth a visit. Other historical sites in the area include Holkham Hall, with its stunning landscape, shops, roaming wildlife, and picnic spots.
LOCATION
South Creake · North Norfolk
Located in the quiet town of South Creake, our retreat provides a peaceful escape from the demands of corporate life while offering convenient access to the renowned North Norfolk coast. Explore the stunning coastal landscapes, visit historical attractions, or partake in the many activities available in the area. Our pet-friendly accommodations ensure that even furry companions can join in on the retreat.
South Creake is a unique and beautiful village located in North Norfolk, England. It is renowned for its unspoilt countryside and peaceful environment. With its close proximity to the stunning North Norfolk coastline and the historic city of Norwich, South Creake is a popular holiday destination for those seeking a tranquil break. The village is only 10 minutes' drive from the very popular towns of Wells-next-the-sea and Burnham Market. Visitors can also explore nearby Fakenham, a delightful market town with a wealth of independent shops and eateries. Fakenham Market is the perfect place to pick up some bargains or groceries, as it is located only 10 minutes' drive from The Old Chequers. There are also various historical sites and nature conservation areas to visit in the Norfolk area.
8 - 15 minutes' drive
Burnham Market, Fakenham, Wells-next-the-sea, Thursford
20 - 35 minutes' drive
Brancaster, Sandringham, Holt, King's Lynn, Cromer
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FAQs
Booking and payments
How do I book?
You can check availability and book online through our website, or email us at bookings@thecreekcollection.com and we'll be delighted to help.
What do I pay, and when?
If you book 8 weeks or more before arrival, a 50% deposit secures your dates, with the balance due 8 weeks before you arrive. If you book within 8 weeks of arrival, the full amount is due at the time of booking. A refundable damage deposit of £300 and a cleaning fee of £515 are payable with the balance.
How do I pay for my reservation?
By bank transfer, debit card or credit card.
What is your cancellation policy?
| When you cancel | Refund |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before arrival | 100% |
When is my damage deposit returned?
Within 10 working days of departure, once the house has been checked.
The house and sleeping arrangements
How many guests can the cottage accommodate?
Up to 12 adults and 4 children under 17, or up to 14 adults.
What are the bedrooms like?
There are six bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, wardrobe and Bluetooth speaker. The beds are dressed with down and feather pillows and high thread count cotton bedding. There is also a bunk bed and a double sofa bed.
Is the house accessible?
One bedroom, on the ground floor, is wheelchair accessible. All other bedrooms are upstairs.
Can I see a floor plan?
Yes, the floor plan is on our Floor Plan page.
What's provided
What should we bring?
Just your clothes, food and anything your little ones or pets need. Bed linen, towels, a fully equipped kitchen, a starter supply of Nespresso pods and logs for the log burner and hot tub are all ready for you. Cooking basics (oil, salt and pepper) are provided.
Are bed linen and towels provided?
Yes, beds are made up ready for your arrival.
Is the kitchen suitable for cooking for a large group?
Yes. The kitchen has a large freestanding oven with separate grill, a hob, microwave, Nespresso machine (with a starter supply of pods), KitchenAid, blender, kettle and toaster. There are two dishwashers, two fridge freezers in the utility room, a wine and drinks fridge, and a dining table that seats 12.
Is there a washing machine?
Yes, a washing machine and tumble dryer in the utility room.
Is there wifi and TV?
Yes, high-speed fibre wifi throughout. The smart TVs have BT TV (including BT and Sky Sports), Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, and there are networked speakers in every room.
Can I work from the house?
Yes, there is a private office area with a dedicated workspace.
Is there a hot tub?
Yes, a wood-fired hot tub for up to 8 people in the walled garden. You can fill and heat it whenever you like; it takes about two hours to warm up. A starter supply of logs is provided, and extra bundles can be bought if needed.
Is firewood provided for the log burner?
Yes, a basket of logs is provided with our compliments. More is available from the local nursery or the petrol station in Burnham Market.
Is there anything waiting for us on arrival?
Yes, a complimentary bottle of wine in the wine fridge. Further bottles are £15 each; just let us know at check-out.
What else is there to enjoy?
A games room with a pool table, arcade games and smart TV; a cinema room; a library with a log burner; a sun room conservatory; a Weber BBQ; deck and courtyard dining; and a fire pit.
Arrival and departure
What time can we check in and out?
Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am. If you'd like an early arrival, let us know and we'll do our best to arrange it.
Can we have a late checkout?
This is subject to availability on the day of checkout, however, you are welcome to contact us directly and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
How do we get in?
Check-in is contactless. There is a keypad on the front door, and we'll send your access code and instructions on the morning of arrival.
Where do we park?
The driveway fits up to two -three cars comfortably, depending on size. Extra cars can park on the road, by the village green a short walk away, or along the wall next to the courtyard. Please use the area in front of the house for unloading only, and don't park by the wooden bollards in front of the kitchen, as this blocks our neighbours.
Can I charge my electric car?
We're sorry, but no. The house sockets aren't rated for car charging. There are public chargers at Lady Anne's Drive, Holkham.
What do we need to do before we leave?
Please empty the fridge, take out all rubbish, put furniture back in place, drain the hot tub, and leave the keys as instructed. Only clean recyclables go in the recycling bins, without black bin liners, or the council won't collect them.
Families and children
Is the house suitable for young children?
Yes. There's a playroom with toys and board games, a large enclosed lawn, and a highchair and travel cot on request (please bring cot bedding). The fire has a guard for little fingers.
Is there anything we should know about the garden?
A shallow stream runs through the garden and isn't fenced or grated at either end, so please supervise children and pets whenever they're outside. The hot tub has a lid to keep it child-safe.
Pets
Can we bring our dog?
Yes, we welcome up to three pets, by prior arrangement, at £25 per pet per stay. Please keep pets downstairs and off the furniture, and don't leave them alone in the house. Do bring their bedding and bowls.
House rules
Can we smoke?
No, The Old Chequers is non-smoking, inside and out.
Can we hold a party or event?
Celebrations are welcome with our prior written agreement. Please contact us before booking.
Local area
What's nearby?
South Creake is a quiet village with a play area, grass tennis courts and The Ostrich Inn just down the road. Burnham Market is 8 minutes' drive, Fakenham 10 and Wells-next-the-Sea 15, with Holkham beach and the North Norfolk coast close by. Our favourite days out, beaches, rainy-day ideas and restaurants are under Activities and Recommendations and Restaurant Recommendations here in our FAQs.
How do we get there without a car?
The nearest mainline station is King's Lynn, about 25 minutes' drive, with trains to London King's Cross. A bus stop just up the road serves the main local towns, and local taxi firms are listed under Activities and Recommendations here in our FAQs.
Do you host corporate retreats?
Yes, The Old Chequers is also available as South Creek Retreat.
Activities and Recommendations
Can you arrange a hamper, caterer or private chef?
Yes, we're happy to recommend local caterers and private chefs. A Little Bit of Luxury supplies our guest hampers and can also deliver pizza and BBQ kits. Other suppliers include Carway Roe Events, Oystercatcher Catering, Burn Valley Catering, The English Canape Company, Chef 2 Dine 4, Alex Clare and Bella. Guests book and pay these directly.
How do we get a taxi, or reach the house by train?
The nearest mainline station is King's Lynn, about 25 minutes' drive, with trains to London King's Cross. There is a bus stop just up the road with routes to the main local towns. Local taxi firms: Burnham Market Taxis, Jak's Taxis, Bex Cabs, Connect Cars & Taxis, Near and Far, Tiny's Taxis and JD's Taxis.
What is there to do in the village?
A children's play area on the village green, grass tennis courts (ask us about booking), football pitches, a bowling green and an outdoor gym, all a short walk away. Our Lady St Mary's church is open daily, and there is a circular walk starting beside The Ostrich Inn.
What are your top days out?
| Activity | Where | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Creake Abbey ruins, café and monthly farmers' market | near Fakenham | 5 min |
| Holkham Hall, park and woodland play area | Wells | 10 min |
| Wells & Walsingham Light Railway | Wells | 11 min |
| Houghton Hall and walled garden | near King's Lynn | 15 min |
| Pensthorpe gardens, wildlife and play areas | Fakenham | 15 min |
| Thursford (steam collection, seasonal shows) | Thursford | 15 min |
| Alpaca trekking | Wells | 20 min |
| Blakeney Point seal trips from Morston Quay (book ahead, tide-dependent) | Blakeney | 25 min |
| Sandringham Estate (house visits must be pre-booked) | Sandringham | 25 min |
| ROARR! dinosaur park | Lenwade | 30 min |
| North Norfolk Railway (Poppy Line steam train) | Holt / Sheringham | 40 min |
| BeWILDerwood (ages 2 to 12) | Hoveton | 50 min |
Also close by: Fakenham Fairways mini golf, Axes & Escapes in Fakenham, Norfolk Lavender, the Bure Valley Railway and Amazona Zoo in Cromer.
Which beaches do you recommend?
Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham (15 to 20 minutes) are closest; Holkham has marked swimming areas only, because of strong currents. Brancaster (20 minutes) is great for dog walks and kitesurfing. Old Hunstanton and Heacham (25 minutes) suit young families. Cromer (40 minutes) is known for crabbing off the pier.
What can we do on a rainy day?
Mable's Paint Pot pottery painting (8 min), Fakenham Superbowl and Fakenham Escape Rooms (11 min), Hootz House indoor play at Pensthorpe (15 min), Farmer Fred's Play Barn in Heacham (20 min), Sea Life Hunstanton (25 min), and Norwich Castle and Cathedral (50 to 55 min). Further afield: Doodle Pots ceramic café, Alive Oasis pool, Bugz UK, The Muckleburgh Military Collection, Cromer Museum, Wroxham Miniature Worlds, High Altitude Trampoline Park and the RAF Air Defence Radar Museum.
Where can we go birdwatching?
North Norfolk is one of the UK's best birdwatching coasts: Holkham National Nature Reserve (14 min, free), Pensthorpe Natural Park (14 min), RSPB Titchwell Marsh (21 min), Blakeney National Nature Reserve (26 min), RSPB Snettisham (28 min), Cley Marshes (30 min), Holme Dunes (33 min) and Watatunga Wildlife Reserve (40 min, tours April to October). Sculthorpe Moor Nature Reserve is closer still, near Fakenham. Winter brings huge flocks of pink-footed geese; spring and autumn are best for migrating waders.
Which towns and villages are worth a visit?
Burnham Market (8 min) for independent shops, cafés and restaurants; Fakenham (10 min), a market town with the racecourse, bowling and supermarkets; Little Walsingham (10 min) for medieval buildings and the farm shop; Wells-next-the-Sea (15 min) for the harbour, beach huts and crabbing; Burnham Deepdale and Docking (15 min); Brancaster (20 min) and Thornham (25 min) for beaches, birdwatching and golf; Georgian Holt (30 min); historic King's Lynn (35 min); and Cromer (40 min) for the pier and crabbing.
Restaurant Recommendations
| Restaurant | Where | Distance | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ostrich Inn | South Creake | 5 min walk | Wood-fired pizza, local pub |
| The Nelson | Burnham Market | 8 min | Pub food, vegetarian options |
| The Duck Inn | Stanhoe | 8 min | Local seafood, garden dining |
| No. Twenty9 | Burnham Market | 9 min | Asado grill, courtyard |
| Socius | Burnham Market | 9 min | Award-winning small plates |
| The Hero | Burnham Overy Staithe | 11 min | Family and dog friendly |
| The Globe | Wells | 12 min | Modern British, dog menu |
| The White Horse | Brancaster Staithe | 15 min | Seafood, marsh views (the hosts' favourite) |
| The Jolly Sailors | Brancaster | 15 min | Family pub, play area |
| Morston Hall | Morston | 25 min | Michelin-starred tasting menu (book ahead) |
For breakfast or coffee: Tilly's Café and The Burnhams Tea Room in Burnham Market, or Bang in Wells. For picnic supplies: Gurneys Fish Shop and Humble Pie Deli in Burnham Market. More good tables a little further out: The Orange Tree and Titchwell Manor near Thornham, Wiveton Hall Café, The Gunton Arms and Tides Bistro on Cromer pier.