Set within five acres of rolling Norfolk countryside in the postcard-pretty village of Great Hockham (on the Norfolk/Suffolk border), Scotgate Cottage – along with its adjoining annexe, Scotgate Barn – sleeps up to 23 guests. It’s the kind of place made for milestone birthdays, multi-generational gatherings, team off-sites or rejuvenating retreats where space, privacy and a little indulgence are non-negotiable.

Outside, it’s all about room to roam. We’re talking enclosed gardens (yes, there’s an orchard), a well-stocked fishing lake, all-weather sports court and generous patio for long, lazy lunches and sunset barbecues. There’s more than enough space for kids and dogs to burn off steam while the grown-ups claim a sun lounger. Inside? That’s where things get seriously impressive. A heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, hot tub and games room (complete with pool table, darts and bar) mean entertainment is covered whatever the weather.

When it’s time to slow the pace, there are three reception rooms to retreat to – a cosy reading room, a light-filled garden room and a comfy lounge perfect for movie nights. The main house offers five bedrooms sleeping between two and five guests, plus a spacious open-plan kitchen-dining area designed for feeding a crowd in style. And if cooking for 23 feels less than relaxing? Scotgate has trusted local private chef contacts who can take care of everything from celebratory feasts to laid-back brunches – a huge plus for retreats, special occasions or corporate stays.

Next door, the newly renovated Scotgate Barn brings slick, open-plan living with its own lounge, kitchen and dining space, two additional bedrooms (sleeping up to six) and bi-fold doors opening onto the communal patio – ideal for keeping everyone connected.

With WiFi throughout, ample parking, thoughtful extras (high chairs, travel cots, linens — even a kennel for four-legged guests) and a setting that feels wonderfully secluded yet accessible, Scotgate Cottage strikes that rare balance: home-from-home comfort with boutique-level perks. Time to book in!