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Believed to be the town’s oldest building, this Grade II listed property offers bed and breakfast accommodations with free WiFi. A 10-minute drive from the coast, it consists of a charming all-day café and a shop selling a fantastic range of homemade food. Byfords retains charming original features like old wooden beams, and features characterful antique furniture. In the morning guests can enjoy award-winning bacon, free-range eggs, and local Cley kippers. Fresh homemade bread, croissants, and Danish pastries are also served. Rooms at Byfords are stylish and elegant, with an private bathroom, double-ended bath, fresh flowers, and under-floor heating. Other features include a Samsung TV with sound bar and multi-media hub for streaming movies. The on-site shop serves freshly baked goods, from cakes to bread and pastries. Guests can also buy pizza, local jam and chutneys, sandwiches, chocolate, and coffee. Byfords is also just 45 minutes’ drive from the city of Norwich.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • S
    Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a lovely room , full of character and charm . Bed very comfortable and made up with quality crisp white bed linen . Bathroom excellent and lovely little touches to make it feel a bit luxurious . Breakfast very good and staff warm and...
  • Anthony
    Canada Canada
    Excellent location; great staff; great food; great room!
  • Tracy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Byfords far exceeded all our expectations! It is a fantastic place, beautifully decorated and in an ideal location. The food was amazing, and the staff so helpful and cheerful. We really enjoyed our stay.
  • Kathryn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional, this is such a special place. Do brunch, its amazing, soak up the atmosphere in the quaint charming surroundings. A truly outstanding treasure.
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very pleasant room with comfy bed and good bathroom. Good location in centre of Holt. Lovely restaurant onsite, food was great. Very friendly, helpful staff.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bed was really comfy and the room itself was so nice! We were in room 5 in the attic. Staff were friendly and helpful.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well presented. Fresh flowers in our room plenty of tea coffee chocolate free tea and cakes on arrival.
  • Jacquie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We spent just one night at Byfords and absolutely loved it. The staff were friendly and couldn't do enough to help. The food, both at dinner and breakfast, was excellent. And the whole feel of the place is terrific - everything is designed to...
  • L
    Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wow, everything was fabulous ,very clean beautifully presented room,beautiful flowers in our bathroom, welcome biscuits, staff went over & above to make our stay a memorable one,can't thank you enough....
  • M
    Middleton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    breakfast was exceptionally good, staff very attentive and helpful

Managed by Byfords

Company review score: 9.6Based on 369 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Byfords is proudly a part of Norfolk Passport, which is a free-to-join membership programme offering members exclusive perks across some of Norfolk's leading brands and 10% off almost everything!

Property info

Byfords is based in the centre of Holt, a pretty Georgian town filled with lots of independent shops and surrounded by walks and countryside. Our Bed and Breakfast has 16 Posh B&B ensuite rooms and a self-catering apartment. Byfords is one of the best places to stay if you want to explore all that North Norfolk has to offer, whether you're looking for a long weekend away or a much-needed mini-break away from it all. Byfords is also a great place to eat, with a café that serves up hearty breakfasts, brunches, lunches, afternoon teas and delicious dinners. If you are on the go or wanting a picnic, the takeaway store is open daily.

Neighborhood info

Byfords is located in the historic Georgian town of Holt, a charming rural north Norfolk town surrounded by parks. Close to the coast and with shops and places to stay, Holt is an ideal holiday destination. Holt's fine 18th-century Georgian buildings make the town one of the most attractive in north Norfolk. The town is home to many art galleries, antique and book shops and places to eat located along the high street and tucked away in hidden, charming courtyards and alleyways. Byfords is just a 10-minute drive away from the coast and has a number of beautiful beaches you can choose from nearby such as Salthouse, Kelling, Weybourne, Sheringham and Cromer, or a little further afield is Holkham and Wells-next-the-Sea.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Byfords Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Byfords
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

There are only 6 parking spaces on site. Public parking on street is available from 17:00 - 09:00 for free. Pay and display is available at other times.

Please note that children can only be accommodated in the family room.

FAQs about Byfords

  • Byfords is 1,150 feet from the center of Holt. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Byfords is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Byfords has 1 restaurant:

    • Byfords Restaurant

  • Guests staying at Byfords can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free

  • Room options at Byfords include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Family

  • Byfords offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cooking class
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/Performance

  • The prices at Byfords may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.