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Escape to the splendour of Norburton Hall, where a warm
welcome awaits you at every time of year. Relax and unwind in our Edwardian
country house, marvel at decorative detailing reflecting the Arts and Crafts
Movement, and enjoy Bed and Breakfast with local and organic food served in
informal luxury.
Within weeks of opening, we had received the coveted ‘Visit Britain 5 Diamonds’
for the quality of our Bed and Breakfast operation at Norburton Hall. Just a
year later, we topped that with the ‘Visit Britain 5 Stars’ and the ‘Visit
Britain Gold Award’ – so our guests know they are guaranteed top quality on
every visit!
Or why not stay in one of the superior Self-Catering cottages, converted from
the Hall’s restored estate buildings? Norburton Hall was originally a farm,
dating back to the 1640s, and was substantially extended and renovated in 1902
to create the imposing complex of buildings that greet you today.
All our guests are free to enjoy the Estate’s undulating lawns and woodland, in
the picturesque village of Burton Bradstock at the westerly edge of Dorset’s
famous Chesil Beach
We can promise you the perfect
setting for that perfect break. Come for a romantic weekend, or plan a private
house party to celebrate a special event with family and friends. Explore the
miles of beaches on the famous Jurassic Coast, hunt for fossils or simply laze
the day away. Set out to walk the South West Coast Path along this World
Heritage Site. Hit the Literary trail, uncovering the Dorset that inspired
Thomas Hardy and Jane Austen and provided the backdrop for such classics as
Moonfleet
and The French Lieutenant’s Woman.
Savour specialty dishes and delicious local produce, in local inns and
restaurants that are fast establishing this part of Dorset as a centre for fine,
natural foods.
Under three hours from London, this is a haven you’ll want to return to, again
and again.
All of our self-catering cottages and apartments are situated within the historic environs of Norburton Hall, close to the main house. A sensitive refurbishment programme in 2005 has transformed the traditional estate buildings, some of which date from the 16th century. Much of the original fabric, the features and character have been retained. These are now blended with the very latest in contemporary living to provide outstanding self-catering convenience and stylish top quality comfort.
All of the buildings have central heating and hot water included in the rental charge. In addition, quality bedding and towels are supplied, free of charge.
You can also pre-order a box of fresh local organic produce, to be available on your arrival. Choose from our Breakfast, Ploughman’s or Seasonal Produce Boxes.
Conveniently positioned off-road parking is provided adjacent to each property, for easy access. And guests are welcome to relax in the beautifully maintained gardens and woodland.
The Gardener’s Cottage
The Gardener’s Cottage dates back to the 17th century and adjoins the main Hall.
It offers guests all the luxury of modern living in a traditional setting. The
cottage was stylishly refurbished in 2005 and is furnished to a very high
standard throughout. With 2 bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom on each floor it
can sleep up to 10 people. From the main living room and bedroom windows, there
are beautiful views across the grounds of Norburton Hall.
The property has a separate courtyard with patio area, providing guests with
access to the Hall’s grounds, which you are free to explore. Off road parking is
adjacent to the property.
All quality linen and towels are supplied within the rental price.
To make your stay even more relaxed, why not pre-order one of our fresh organic
produce boxes when you book.
• Very spacious main living room with stylish sofas, TV and DVD, plus traditional fireplace and lofty ceiling featuring original exposed oak beams. Integral open plan kitchen-dining area equipped to a high standard with dining table and chairs and all the usual kitchen facilities, including: electric cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge-freezer and microwave.
• Bedroom 1 with double bed and bedside table, plus clothes storage.
• Bedroom 2 with twin beds and bedside tables, plus clothes storage.
• Bathroom with separate luxury power shower and corner bath.
• Bedroom 3 with double bed and bedside table, plus clothes storage.
• Bedroom 4 with twin beds and bedside tables, plus clothes storage.
• Bathroom 2 has an original console washbasin, a bath with integral power shower and shower screen.
The Stables
The Stables apartments
are built from the same local stone as Norburton Hall and date back to 1902,
when the property was extensively renovated. In 2005, the building was converted
into two luxury one-bedroom apartments, at ground and first floor levels.
Both Stable apartments are equipped to a high specification and stylishly
furnished. The spacious all-in-one living-dining-kitchen areas offer comfortable
living space with flat screen LCD TVs, DVD players and mini Hi-Fi CD/radios. The
kitchens have dishwashers, washer/dryers, fridge-freezers and microwaves. The
bathrooms are tiled throughout and have power showers, large designer basins,
contemporary sanitary ware and shaver sockets.
All quality linen and towels are supplied within the rental price.
Stable Apartment One (Ground level)
• Under floor heating throughout.
• Large living, dining and kitchen area has patio doors leading out to a private
walled patio area, with table and chairs.
• Double bedroom with king size bed and large window overlooking the grounds.
• Double sofa bed in living area provides additional sleeping capacity.
• Bathroom with bath and integral power shower and shower screen.
• Sleeps 2+2
Stable Apartment Two (Upper level)
• Gas central heating
• Lofty and spacious with exposed beams throughout.
• Large living, dining and kitchen area.
• Large bedroom with king size bed and window seating area overlooking the
grounds and surrounding Dorset hills.
• Double sofa bed in living area provides additional sleeping capacity.
• Bathroom with power shower in curved glass shower cubicle.
• Sleeps 2+2.
The Shippen
Luxury living in a beautifully converted long barn. 2 bedroom holiday
accommodation on one floor with open beams and under floor heating. From the
minute you enter through the double arched doors you know you’re staying
somewhere quite special.
The comfortable lounge area with 2 leather sofas, a large digital TV, DVD player
and a radio, opens out into a conservatory with an oak dining table and leather
chairs overlooking the patio.
The kitchen containing all the luxuries of modern living including combination
microwave oven, separate oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and a washer/dryer is
conveniently part of the all in one living area.
Bedroom 1 has a king size bed with crisp white cotton bedding, bedside tables, a
large wardrobe and chest of drawers. It has open beams and has incorporated a
narrow slit window from the adjoining barn as a feature.
Bedroom 2 contains twin beds with crisp white cotton bedding, a built in
wardrobe and bedside tables with lamps.
The bathroom has a separate bath and shower. There are also white fluffy towels
and a heated towel rail.
The Dairy Cottage
The Dairy Cottage is a traditional cosy bolthole for two that used to be a dairy during the 19th Century. The building itself dates back to the 15th Century and possibly even to Saxon times. It is one of the wings of the main building with its own entrance and occupies two floors with a double bedroom, en-suite bathroom and separate w/c on the upper level where there are views across the well maintained grounds to the Dorset coast and the sea.
The cottage has recently been fitted with a new kitchen and the bathroom upgraded with a new shower giving you the choice of a refreshing shower or a relaxing bath. The emphasis here is on comfort and it is the only traditionally furnished cottage at Norburton Hall.
The patio immediately outside has a table and chairs and is the perfect place to sit and watch the wildlife whilst enjoying the tranquillity of the gardens. Off road parking is provided and there is a short walk down a sloping pathway to the entrance. All quality linen and towels are supplied within the rental price.
To make your stay even more relaxed, why not pre-order one of our fresh organic produce boxes when you book
• Spacious main living room with sofa, TV and DVD, plus traditional fireplace and ceiling featuring original exposed oak beams. Integral open plan kitchen-dining area equipped to a high standard with dining table and chairs and all the usual kitchen facilities, including: electric cooker, washing machine, fridge-freezer and microwave.
• Bedroom with double bed and bedside table, TV, chair plus clothes storage.
• Bathroom with luxury power shower into bath.
• Separate WC and washbasin.
Nestling in the idyllic Bride Valley,
where the River Bride wends its way to the sea, Burton Bradstock sits on the
Dorset coast at the western end of the great Chesil Bank.
You can see the river flowing along one side of the village street on its way to
Chesil Beach and the sea. But to find the ancient centre of this picture
postcard village, head for the other side of the main street, behind the
thatched cottages and the Three Horseshoes Inn. There, you’ll find a labyrinth
of narrow streets with 17th and 18th century picture postcard cottages built in
the local stone, together with some brick fronted Georgian houses.
The Church of St Mary is earlier still, dating in part from
the late 14th century with later notable additions such as Arts and Crafts style
windows by James Prior.
Today Burton Bradstock is a thriving community, with a village shop and tea
room, a Post Office, Library, garage and a children’s playground. The nearby
West Bay Golf Course on the outskirts of Burton Bradstock welcomes guests.
For those who enjoy walking, it’s easy to join the South West Coast Path where it drops to the beach at Burton Bradstock. To the north-west, the Coast Path climbs again alongside the golf course, before a sudden decline to West Bay. Beyond is Seatown, rising steeply to the famous landmark of Golden Cap (the highest point on the south coast) before reaching Stonebarrow and Charmouth. To the south-east, it follows the coast down towards Abbotsbury and its world famous Swannery and Sub-tropical Gardens and then on to Portland
Tel 01308 897007
www.norburtonhall.com
Dorset self catering holiday cottages