Laurel Villa

This lovely five-bedroom traditional house is nestled in the beautiful Holme Next The Sea, a small village at the extreme northwest corner of Norfolk, where the Wash meets the North Sea. It is in a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a Conservation Zone and immediately adjacent to a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

The pretty little village of Holme-next-the-Sea is located within the North Norfolk Heritage Coast and is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The larger town of Hunstanton is nearby, about 3 miles to the southwest.

Much of the land here is flat and only a few metres above sea level. To the south of the village, agriculture is evident everywhere, with cereal crops, vegetables and sugar beet fields. To the north, in the relatively thin strip of land between the village and the sea, are to be found large areas of salt marsh much used by birds for feeding and breeding. Several protected nature reserves are nearby - one with a bird observatory and ringing station.

This part of Norfolk is very popular with tourists and attracts yearly visitors. During the summer months, the extensive beaches appeal to families, especially those with children, and at other times, notably during the spring and autumn migration periods, bird watchers are always present.

The Laurel Villa, like most of the houses in the area, feature two local stone types - Clunch, a hard form of white chalk, and Carr stone, an attractive, rust-coloured sandstone. This property's rustic and elegant decoration keeps intact the character and ambience of the surrounding landscape and is a marvellous example of traditional architecture.

Living spaces are ample and bright, with large windows allowing plenty of natural light. A decor blend of modern and classical styles and wooden elements creates an elegant and fashionable atmosphere surrounding the property. The lounge and dining spaces of the villa are spacious and bright and decorated in natural shades and wooden tones with contemporary chic décor, creating a breezy, laid-back feel.

The rooms are furnished and tastefully decorated, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay in a modern and minimalist style that fits perfectly with the luminosity and harmony of this property.

A wet room by the back door allows a shower when returning from the beach. The ground floor includes an artist's studio. One of the homes of the King, Sandringham House, is nearby, as are Houghton and Holkham Halls.