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✓Detached Grade II listed elegant farmhouse located in Stow Bardolph, Norfolk, UK
✓Set in countryside with a network of quiet lanes offering good walking and cycling from the door
✓Capacity for 18 guests across 9 bedrooms
✓9 bedrooms including 3 with super kingsize (6ft) beds and 6 with 2 x single (3ft) beds each
✓8 bathrooms including multiple ensuites with features such as slipper baths, cubicle showers, wet room showers, heated towel rails, and toilets
✓Additional shared family bathroom with slipper bath, cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Wet room with shower, heated towel rail, and toilet available separately
✓Oil central heating system throughout the property
✓Two living rooms: one with a woodburner and TV, the other with an open fire and TV
✓Dining room available for group meals
✓Fully equipped kitchen with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher
✓Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
✓Games room featuring table tennis and table football
✓Cinema room provided for entertainment
✓Separate additional toilet available
✓Logs for woodburner and open fire included in the price
✓Wi-Fi included throughout the property
✓Cot and highchair available on request for families with young children
✓Large lawned garden with garden furniture and BBQ facilities
✓Private hot tub seating 7 people
✓Shared use of owner’s hard tennis court
✓Bike store available for guest use
✓Private on-site parking for 8 cars
✓Pets allowed free of charge, maximum of 3 pets permitted
✓No smoking policy strictly enforced on the property
✓Check-in time from 17:00 and check-out before 09:00
✓Close proximity to The Hare Arms pub (100 yards), an award-winning village pub with great food and superb beer; booking recommended for large groups
✓Nearby amenities include shops 2 miles away in Downham Market, which has supermarkets, banks, restaurants, and markets on Fridays and Saturdays
✓Nearby attractions include Church Farm Stow Bardolph Rare Breeds Centre with petting animals, adventure playground, tea room, and shop
✓Stow Hall Gardens offering walks around beautiful gardens and tea with homemade cakes
✓Denver Windmill serving excellent beverages, homemade cakes, and light lunches
✓Welney Wildfowl Trust, a wetland nature reserve
✓Easy access to RSPB nature and bird reserves along the North Norfolk Coast
✓Nearby pay-and-play golf courses and horse riding facilities
✓Fishing opportunities nearby
✓Good walking and cycling routes directly from the property
✓Coastal road nearby passing through rural villages with popular tea rooms serving local food
✓Nearby towns and cities accessible for day trips include Ely (with cathedral, boat hire, and market), Cambridge (punting, university grounds, shops, pubs, restaurants, theatres), and Norwich (cathedral and famous mustard shop)
✓Nearby coastal towns include Snettisham Beach (30 minutes drive, 21 miles), Hunstanton (24 miles with pier, seasonal entertainment, Sea Life Centre, and cliff-top golf), and Heacham (22 miles with Norfolk Lavender and guided tours)
✓Sandringham Estate nearby featuring a Jacobean-style house, museum, and superb gardens open to the public when the Royal Family is not in residence
✓Ideal for large families, groups of friends, and celebration houses
✓Security deposit and booking details managed via Cottages.com listing UK32683
✓Promotional offer available via cottages.com newsletter entry for prize draw

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Local Insights: The Dower House

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King's Lynn, East Anglia

Weather & Local Conditions

16°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:56am

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16.40°C

Temperature

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14 km/h

Wind Speed

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86%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

The Dower House sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

21m

(69 feet above sea level)

The Dower House sits in a peaceful East Anglia setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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21m

Elevation

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King's Lynn

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to King's Lynn are typical East Anglia lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 52.6263280° N | Longitude: 0.397305° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for King's Lynn (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:50am

Sunrise

7:18pm

Golden Hour

8:18pm

Sunset

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3:50am

Sunrise

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8:18pm

Sunset

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7:18pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:18pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in King's Lynn, you have approximately 16.48 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at The Dower House.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural East Anglia. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About The Dower House

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To The Dower House

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Dower House Right For Your Group

For Families

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Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

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