Designed by the architect Keith Reay, the Green Oak Pavilion is a really unusual, compact and eco friendly house, providing comfortable self-catering accomodation for up to six people near the incomparable North Norfolk coast. Using a traditional form of structure, a contemporary building has been created which makes the most of its surroundings.
With floor to ceiling windows in every room, one has the sense of actually sitting 'in' the meadow. Inside, the oak frame has been left exposed up into the roof, giving the pavilion a light and spacious feeling. Large french windows open onto the surrounding terrace and meadow.
The meadow is part of Common Farm where Joanna and Andrew Young run their pottery. Visit www.young-pottery.co.uk
The accomodation.
. There is underfloor heating throughout the building, and a woodburning stove in the living area.
. Solar panels and a boiler provide hot water.
. The open plan kitchendiningliving area is 8m by 4m with oak flooring and glazing all round.
. The fitted kitchen has a dishwasher, oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, electric kettle and washerdrier. All other necessary kitchen equipment is provided.
. The living room area has a comfortable sofa and armchairs, televisionDVD player, books, maps and some games.
.There is one double bedroom with bedside table, reading lights,a wardrobe and en-suite wet room containing shower, wash basin, toilet, heated towel rail and underfloor heating.
. The second bedroom is a twin with views into the meadow, two single beds with reading lights, a bedside table and wardrobe.
.The main bathroom is adjacent to both bedrooms, has underfloor heating, a bath with stand up shower at one end, washbasin, toilet and heated towel rail.
. The mezzaninegallery sleeping area is exciting and quite unusual. Set up under the oak frame ceiling, it is reached by 'paddle' stairs. It overlooks the livingdining area below, and has a toughened glass balustrade. It is carpeted with two low beds,one single, one double, bedside tables, reading lights and chairs.
. A slate veranda runs around the building, extending into a terrace with garden table, chairs and a barbecue.
. The Pavilion has its own secluded parking area with ample room for three cars.
. There is a lockable shed for bicycles, body boards, crab lines etc.
. To welcome you, a bottle of wine, milk, bread, butter, fruit and juice are provided.
. Saturday changeover - arrivals after 3pm, and depart by 10am on day of leaving. Bed linen and towels are provided, but please bring your own towels for the beach and swimming.
. Enough wood for the stove will be available for the week.
. Sorry, but no dogs or pets. No smoking.
. You will be left in peace, and we ask guests to respect our privacy in the workshop and in our home.
Location.
. 'The Weaver's Way'. This long distance footpath from Cromer to Yarmouth passes through Common Farm, and runs alongside the meadow.
. Felbrigg Lake is only a 15 minute walk along the Weaver's Way. A further 15 minutes on brings you to Felbrigg Hall, a National Trust owned Stuart house, with an orangery, walled garden, walks and magnificent woods. You can enjoy lunch or tea in the old stables, a tour inside the hall, listen to open air opera or attend one of the many events regularly held there.
.Ten minutes by car gets you to the nearest sandy beach at Wet Runton, from where you can walk to Cromer - 25 minutes - and reward yourself with a cup of tea at the end of the pier.
. Holt is a pretty Georgian town, and is 20 minutes by car.
. There are many birdwatching locations nearby, and there are resident barn owls in the meadow.
Bookings.
Weekly rental 2010:
.Low: 2nd Jan - 27th March.£365
.Mid: 3rd April - 5th June. 4th Sept - 18th Dec.£470
.High: 12th June - 4th Sept.
18th Dec - 8th Jan 2011 £625
Short Breaks
. 3 night break - 70% of weekly rental.
. 4 night break - 80% of weekly rental.
