The Oaks is a B&B in the pretty market town of Swaffham. Situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, in a tranquil, half-acre garden, it's the former infirmary of the old Swaffham Workhouse. Now a comfortable family home, it caters for just one couple at any one time, and offers a bespoke service to ensure privacy and security for you. The guest suite has a double bedroom with king-size bed, and a private bathroom directly opposite, with a large roll top bath, and a double shower. There are tea and coffee making facilities in the bedroom. Guests have the sole use of a large sitting and dining room with views over the garden. In warm weather guests may choose to have breakfast in the garden, or spend a day sitting out there with a good book. The TV has a dvd player, complete with a wide selection of dvds. If you’re too tired to venture out in the evening, you can stay in with a take away, put your feet up and watch a film. We will heat or cook any prepared meals if you wish to bring them in the evening . There's free unlimited wifi. The Oaks almost completely green. An air source heat pump, solar panels and battery storage, mean the house is carbon neutral.

John is a keen sailor who owned a boatyard in Cornwall for many years. His interests also include classic cars, and learning about plants suitable for the conservatory. Marcia was a journalist before becoming a full-time novelist. Her interests include skiing, gardening, cooking, and the Old West. Beretta and Fabbri, the family’s black and white Springer Spaniels, will also make you welcome. Their interests include eating, chasing balls, long countryside walks, sleeping, and more eating.

The Oaks is ideally suited for exploring the North Norfolk coast, west Norfolk, and The Fens. The glorious Holkham Beach, and Holkham Hall are just over half an hour’s drive, while the National Trust property Oxburgh Hall is only six miles away. Other nearby attractions include Sandringham, Hunstanton, Ely Cathedral, Norwich, Thetford Forest, numerous beaches, and Fakenham racecourse. Norfolk is also home to more than 650 churches – the greatest concentration of medieval churches in the world – and many of them are within easy reach of The Oaks. The university city of Cambridge is less than hour away.