Lydney House Hotel Swaffham Sleeps 22

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Bar (on property)
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TV, stereo
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Norfolk, England
  • Place, Church of St Peter and St Paul
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Swaffham Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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Lydney House Hotel Swaffham Sleeps 22

Grand Georgian Manor Hotel | Sleeps 22 | 2 Hot Tubs | Exclusive Use in Swaffham, Norfolk

Experience the rare luxury of your very own private Georgian hotel in the heart of Norfolk.

Lydney House is an elegant, fully exclusive-use property sleeping up to 22 guests across 11 en-suite bedrooms — perfect for milestone birthdays, family celebrations, reunions, corporate retreats and unforgettable group weekends.

Set in the historic market town of Swaffham, you’ll enjoy period charm, generous entertaining spaces, two hot tubs and a private cellar party room — all within walking distance of shops, restaurants and traditional pubs.



The Space – Designed for Celebrations & Group Stays

Beautifully renovated while retaining its Georgian character, Lydney House offers multiple social spaces so your group can gather comfortably — without feeling on top of one another.

The property includes:

* 11 individually styled en-suite bedrooms
* Grand dining room seating up to 22 guests
* Elegant lounge
* Separate cocktail lounge
* Games & entertainment areas
* Private cellar party space with bar area & disco lighting
* Non-working feature bar
* Fully equipped kitchen with tea & coffee facilities
* Three separate garden areas
* Two hot tubs
* BBQ areas with outdoor seating
* Free on-site parking for up to 20 vehicles

Whether you’re planning a relaxed countryside retreat or a lively celebration weekend, the layout offers flexibility for both.



Perfect For

✔ Milestone birthdays
✔ Family reunions
✔ Corporate retreats & team-building stays
✔ Training events & strategy days
✔ Special celebrations

Many organisations and private groups return year after year thanks to the unique “private hotel” experience.

the bar area is a feature space only and is not in working use. The pipes and bar system are not connected, so it isn’t possible to operate it as a functioning bar.



Corporate & Event Use

The cellar level provides a fantastic self-contained celebration space, ideal for evening entertainment.

For corporate stays, the property works brilliantly as a residential retreat — combining overnight accommodation with dining and informal meeting areas in one private setting.



Bedroom Configuration

11 en-suite bedrooms
(Bed layouts are fixed and cannot be reconfigured.)

Available for exclusive use - For individual room bookings, please contact:
info@norfolkholidayrentals.co.uk

Clear sleeping arrangements help ensure comfort for larger groups — please contact us directly if you require individual room bookings.



Location – Swaffham, Norfolk

Located in the charming historic market town of Swaffham, everything you need is within easy walking distance:

* Independent shops
* Traditional pubs
* Cafés & restaurants
* Supermarkets
* Local countryside walks

The Norfolk coast and Norwich are within easy driving distance, making Lydney House an ideal base for exploring the region.



Important Information

Check-In & Check-Out

Arrival: 16:30
Departure: 09:30
Remote self check-in with full instructions provided.

Damage Deposit Waiver

A mandatory £100 non-refundable damage waiver applies to all bookings (excluding Airbnb).

CCTV

External CCTV operates around the outside of the property for security purposes only. No internal areas are monitored.



House Guidelines

To ensure a positive experience for guests and neighbours:

* No outside noise between 10pm–8am
* No smoking indoors
* Maximum occupancy must not be exceeded
* No additional unregistered guests
* No fireworks
* No use of fireplaces
* Dogs must not be left unattended
* No wall adhesives
* Property must be left clean and tidy

Breaches may result in additional charges.



Additional Information

Cleaning Fee: £100
Service Fee: £35
Energy costs included
Linen & bath towels provided (please bring hot tub towels)
Free WiFi
Pet charge: £25 per dog per stay

Norfolk Holiday Rentals are locally based and available 24/7 during your stay. Call-outs due to guest misuse may incur a charge.

For individual room bookings, please contact:
info@norfolkholidayrentals.co.uk

About Norfolk Holiday Rentals

Norfolk Holiday Rentals is a small family-run business based locally in Norfolk. Alongside Lydney House Hotel, we manage a collection of luxury properties across Norwich, Cromer, Mundesley, Swaffham and Loddon.

We pride ourselves on exceptional cleanliness, personal service, and thoughtful touches to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable stay. Our team remains available throughout your visit should you require assistance.

Location – Swaffham

Swaffham is a charming historic market town offering a wide selection of shops, restaurants and traditional pubs — all within easy walking distance of the hotel.

Important Information
Damage Deposit Waiver

A £100 non-refundable damage deposit waiver is mandatory for all reservations.
(Not applicable to Airbnb bookings.)

CCTV Notice

External CCTV cameras operate around the outside of the property for guest and property security. No internal or private areas are monitored.

Check-In / Check-Out

Arrival: 16:30

Departure: 09:30

House Rules

To ensure all guests and neighbours enjoy a peaceful environment:

No outside noise between 10pm – 8am

No smoking inside the property

Maximum occupancy must not be exceeded

No additional guests permitted

No fireworks

No fires or use of fireplaces

Dogs must not be left unattended

No tape or Blu Tack on walls

No fake tan or heavy staining on linens

No early entry without agreement

Property must be left clean and tidy

A £150 charge may apply for breaches of house rules.

Additional Charges & Information

Cleaning Fee: £100

Service Fee: £35

Energy costs included

Linen & towels provided (please bring pool/hot tub towels)

Free WiFi throughout

Pet charge: £25 per dog per stay

If assistance is required during your stay, Norfolk Holiday Rentals are available 24/7. Call-outs caused by guest misuse (e.g., hot tub issues or locked keys) may incur a £50 charge.

Guest Identification Requirement

In line with immigration regulations, non-UK guests will be required to provide nationality, passport number and next destination prior to arrival.

Disclaimer

Photographs are recent but décor and layout may vary slightly.
Norfolk Holiday Rentals cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to personal belongings during your stay.
T&Cs
Security Deposit
£100 non-refundable damage deposit waiver

£50 Early check in / Check out fee if available

Arrival time
16.30pm

Departure time
09.30am

Cleaning Fee £100 / Service Fee £35

Pet charge of £25 per dog, per stay, IF in excess of 3 dogs

NO OUTSIDE NOISE between 10pm and 8am - we respect our neighbours and ask that you do too.

Energy Costs included
Yes

Linen & Towels included
Bed linen and bath towels, bath mats and hand towels included. Please provide your own pool towels.

Internet Access
Free Wifi included

End of stay cleaning included
Yes. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean and tidy.

Photographs used are recent but may not represent the exact appearance at the time of arrival

PLEASE NOTE: As per immigration rules, for any guests that are non-UK citizens, we will require nationality, passport number & next destination

House Rules
No smoking inside the property

No dogs left unattended

Additional guests are not permitted. The stated maximum occupancy must be strictly observed.

No fires to be lit inside the property at all, not even in the fire places

No Fireworks

No Entering the property unauthorised before the agreed check in time

No dog mess left inside the house or on the grounds

Check out time No later than agreed

No heavy on staining Bed sheets/Duvets/Covers - ie: fake tan

£150 fine applied for breaking of house rules

Please Note: Norfolk Holiday Rentals are on call 24/7 for your stay, however if we are called out to the property to resolve an issue with a hot tub or to retrieve keys locked in rooms due to incorrect guest usage we reserve the right to charge £50


£150 fine applied for breaking of house rules

Please be aware we do not accept responsibility for any loss or damages to your property throughout the duration of your stay
During your stay at this bed & breakfast, you're just a quick walk from Church of St Peter and St Paul. You'll find features like a hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room.
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Church of St Peter and St Paul and Market Square
As a guest of this bed & breakfast, you'll find a hot tub, a terrace, and barbecue grills. The family-friendly bed & breakfast also features an arcade/game room, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Swaffham bed & breakfast is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 12.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

T&Cs Security Deposit £100 non-refundable damage deposit waiver £50 Early check in / Check out fee if available Arrival time 16.30pm Departure time

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

136591

Lydney House Hotel Swaffham Sleeps 22 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hired the house out for 3 nights for a 40th birthday, 22 people age range 3 - 70, everyone enjoyed themselves and very pleased with the facilities would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It exceeded our expectations and served us brilliantly as an extended family celebrating my son's 50th birthday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic property for a group of friends. Excellent facilities and great location. We had such great fun each evening playing pool, ice hockey and table football.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay

Had a fantastic stay at Lydney House. We were a large group but never felt crammed in, plenty of space for everyone. We had a wonderful time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gemma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. Would recommend

From booking to check in, communication was excellent. The detailed information pack provided was helpful including the layout of the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!!

Great property and very well equipped. Plenty of space even for big groups and didn’t feel cramped at all. Nice short walk into the town too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place.We had a great time.Very spacious and cosy.Plenty of room for everyone to be cosy together or have your own space.Would definitely return for another family
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mum’s 70th

Had an amazing time celebrating my mum’s 50th with all the family, would definitely recommend & book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House was amazing very spacious, facilities were great lots of games, hot tubs and bbq were great,

Great house plenty of parking spaces, shout walk into town, very spacious, big bedrooms, great house for a family break, two great hot tubs, lovely big front room, bar and games area are fantastic, great location , 30 minutes from loads of great locations and beaches, house needs a paint on the outside as a little dated, but would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

70th Birthday Weekend

Great weekend enhanced by an excellent property. All we required under one roof and ouldn't ask for more. Just brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house.

Just got back from a great weekend in Swaffham .The house was the perfect location for 16 of us. The house has everything you could possibly need. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDSEY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property for large groups

A grand property with lots of space, rooms & parking Fully equipped with everything you need and more We had a range of ages from 0-80 and there was lots to do for everyone: hot tubs, snooker, air hockey, tv, and a perfect venue for a game of children’s hide & seek! Couldn’t fault it we had the best weekend, brought in private caterers for an 3 course meal and partied in the cellar bar.. all in all made memories as a family that we will treasure
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

We had an absolutely fabulous stay at Lydney House. It exceeded all of our expectations and the pictures really do not do it justice. Such a lovely building with amazing features and space- there were 14 of us staying but we never once felt on top of each other. There was not one thing about our stay that were less than impressed by. We would definitely return again. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Herd holiday

Good location, could have been better. Renovation still needs finishing. Externally lots of work needed. Internally, generally to a good standard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hotel without staff!

Everyone enjoyed our stay. The property had nearly everything we wanted. The only issues were some of the bedrooms didn't have a wardrobe and the power went off whilst cooking a roast dinner. A fuse had popped but took some time to find which box it was in. Comms with the owners were good. Definitely worth the money and Swaffham is worth a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous weekend

The property is large and well equipped, we catered for 20 easily with the 2 ranges and 3 fridge freezers, the only thing we couldn’t find in the kitchen was a ladle. The bar, dining room and lounge were all comfortable and well laid out. The bedrooms are lovely and en suites good. The only note I have is that the doors do slam if not closed carefully, I would have appreciated slow closers on them as you can hear it through the house. The town is a short walk through a meadow and church yard and has plenty of shops, cafes and a lovely market on Saturdays. Overall an incredible property that I would definitely recommend to any large group.going away together.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

Spent four great nights here to celebrate my wife’s 60th birthday, and what a party we had. It was an all adult affair but ages ranging from 23 to 74 and everyone, without exception, said what a great place it is for a crowd like this. The bar is what makes the difference between this and a regular big house. It creates its own atmosphere. The party cellar was great for the big party night (music system was a bit weak so a good quality Bluetooth speaker was helpful). Within easy walking distance of the village centre with some decent walks from the front door.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house with everything you need

Spent a weekend here with family, there were 17 people ranging from 5 months to 68. Every need was catered for. Good range of equipment in the kitchen, bar area was great as it had the pool/table tennis table in it so it was a very sociable area. We didn’t use the cellar but it would be great if you wanted music down there. Bedrooms were all en-suite and decorated nicely. Had a couple if issues which were rectified straight away by the owner. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab stay!

We loved our stay! The facilities were excellent. We were a large group comprising of a variety of ages, and every one of us had a fantastic time. The rooms were very comfortable, fresh and clean on arrival. The fact that every room had an en-suite was a massive plus for us. The communal areas were very well equipped and our party made full use of the games tables and activities provided. The basement was a unique point to the house, but we never actually spent time in there as there was so much to do in the main part of the house. Our one negative was that there could have done with being more cleaning products provided for our stay ie bleach, surface cleaning products, hoover/better brush for the floors. We would definitely recommend and would stay again. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Great house just as described well maintained, clean and spacious. Exactly what was required to celebrate family birthdays
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend

Great house for a big gathering, we had a fabulous time just a shame that one of the hot tubs wasn’t working.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our four generations annual summer holiday

Glorious property, one of the best equipped we have stayed in. Living space met our needs perfectly and so unusual ,but very welcomed, to have all rooms en-suite. Quiet location on edge of town which provided a great base for easy travel to both coast and inland attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a Family getaway

We had a fabulous stay. The house is beautiful and everything you could ask for. I loved that everyone had an en-suite. There was lots of space for everyone. It was like having a hotel all to yourself. It was only a short walk into Swaffham to get anything we needed and have tea and cake in the lovely cafes. We had so much fun and would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and had everything!

This property was the jackpot it had everything we wanted and we turned the cellar into our private nightclub. We had an issue with the fire alarm box which I messaged the property managers and I received a phone call within 30 mins - communication was so good and much appreciated. My only negative feedback was kitchen utensils and cutlery etc weren’t very clean. Other than that, the place had everything you could want and all the bedrooms were spacious and so rare that they each had an en-suite! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024