GALLERY
LUXURY HOLIDAY HOME
South Creake · North Norfolk
The Old Chequers is a luxurious six-bedroom holiday home located in the peaceful countryside of South Creake, Norfolk. With enough space to sleep up to 14 guests, it’s the perfect destination for a family vacation or celebratory getaway. The home offers all the modern conveniences and amenities, having undergone a full renovation to create a modern interior, while retaining the old-world feel through its exposed brick exterior and the flint stone walled garden. Our holiday home is set up for indoor-outdoor living with plenty of seating and space for entertaining. Browse our photo gallery below for some stunning pics of The Old Chequers holiday home and follow us on social media to see more photos and guest reviews.
HOLIDAY HOME INTERIOR
Luxury Group Accommodation in South Creake, Norfolk
The Old Chequers is a large holiday home, boasting a double reception room, a sunroom conservatory, and a large, private south-west facing garden. Here, you can enjoy al fresco dining on the deck, or a relaxing evening in the large hot tub, which fits 8 people at a time. The private garden provides plenty of space for kids to run around and play. The house itself is light and airy, with a charming kitchen and large living room. The library, which has recently been created as a separate living space from the cinema room, features a log burner and provides an open feel, thanks to the additional light flowing in from the sun room. The cinema room is fitted with a new 70-inch smart TV and wrap-around seating.














BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS
Six Luxurious Rooms with En Suites
All our bedrooms have large beds with top-quality bedding and each features its own en suite bathroom. Plenty of wardrobe space and carpeted floors ensure comfort, with some of the rooms offering additional sleeping arrangements - a bunk bed in the Holkham Bedroom, a sleeper couch in the Ante room, and a travel cot on request. All but one of the bedrooms are on the first floor and the ground-floor room is wheelchair accessible.












GARDEN AND COURTYARD
Walled Garden · Hot Tub · Courtyard
The Old Chequers is the perfect destination for a luxury holiday getaway. Set in the beautiful village of South Creake, Norfolk, our pet-friendly holiday home offers group accommodation for up to 14 guests and includes a large garden, hot tub, and outdoor areas for a truly relaxing break. The garden at The Old Chequers is a tranquil and private space, surrounded by flint stone walls and with the River Burn running through it. There is plenty of room here for the whole family to relax in the sunshine or enjoy al fresco dining. The decking in the garden is the perfect spot for an evening meal, lit up by fairy lights at night. The hot tub is a guest favourite and can fit up to 8 people at a time. It's the perfect spot for a relaxing soak, complete with views of the lovely garden. The courtyard is a great space for outdoor entertaining around the fire pit, or simply enjoying a morning coffee. The Old Chequers is the ideal luxury holiday home in North Norfolk. With its close proximity to the stunning North Norfolk coast, local attractions and historical sites, there is something for everyone to enjoy during your stay.









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?
A 50% deposit secures your dates when you book. The remaining 50% balance is due 12 weeks before arrival. 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 |
|---|---|
| 60 or more days before arrival | 100% |
| 30 to 59 days before arrival | 50% |
| Less than 30 days before arrival | No refund |
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.
