18 | LUXlife Magazine Best Luxury Group Accommodation 2025 – Norfolk Breckland, a 40,000-hectare area covering the south of Norfolk and the north of Suffolk, is home to Bodney Hall Farm, an estate comprising luxury accommodation and picturesque countryside scenery. At the heart of the estate is two properties, which can be booked together for larger parties or enjoyed separately. With a sister property, Bodney Beach House at Holkham, having recently opened up 30 miles away, there is no better time to celebrate the team behind Bodney Hall Farm. We caught up with Henry and Anna Sands to learn more about these luxury group accommodations. This magical corner of the country in many ways feels as though it has been lost to time. Gone is the hustle and bustle of modern English life and its in place is the gentle sound of nature and a thriving wildlife ecosystem. Nestled in this tranquillity is Bodney Hall Farm, which offers its guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural world and revel in beautiful private gardens and woodlands, which take the shape of 40 acres of grounds and gardens which run down to the banks of the 31-mile-long River Wissey. Across these dozens of acres – which every guest is provided the full run of – there are countless activities to enjoy, ranging from woodland or riverside walks through to fly fishing and wild swimming. The enjoyment even starts right on the doorstep, as each of the properties on the estate comes with its own encompassing garden and wood-fire hot tub, making it the perfect place to relax in privacy and soak up the scenery. Exploring both of the properties at Bodney Hall Farm in more detail, the bigger of the two is Bodney Lodge, an immaculately restored 19th-century barn and stable block which sleeps up to 12 people. An open-plan kitchen, dining room, and sitting room/library is the centrepiece of this space, which gives way to five double bedrooms all complete with ensuite bathrooms (as well as two twin beds on the mezzanine level). Ideal for large gatherings, this accommodation strikes a perfect balance between privacy and togetherness. Bodney Park Cottage is, on the other hand, a cosier affair, with this two-bedroom property boasting fantastic views across its enclosed gardens and out over the adjoining parkland. Letting in as much light as possible thanks to its huge arch windows, patio doors, and lantern roof, the accommodation is similarly defined by a large kitchen-diner, with its snug sitting room centred around a quaint log burner. For those looking to enjoy England’s increasingly Mediterranean climate, a barbeque is available on its spacious terrace area. These accommodations are enjoyed by a variety of guests, ranging from extended families enjoying a mutli-generational getaway to couples looking for a romantic and secluded escape. Since such a wide range of guests are welcomed here, the team behind Bodney Hall Farm have remained creative and adaptable in order to exceed every visitor’s expectations. Usually, this involves them working their magic whilst remaining practically unseen. “I like our team to operate as ‘magical elves’, ensuring every experience is prepared and immaculate for guests at all times – but they would hardly know we were actually there at all.” Upholding this at every turn, the brilliant and local team behind these properties take great pride in ensuring that the guest experience always takes the top priority. This is seen in a number of different ways, including them partnering with local suppliers to further enhance every escape. Examples include Norfolk Natural Living for soaps and bubble baths and a selection of the finest local producers of sparkling wine. Finally, the team also provide their own lamb, venison, apple juice, and honey, truly underpinning this commitment. As mentioned in the beginning, Bodney Hall Farm’s reach across Norfolk is continuing to grow, this through the recent opening of its third and newest property, Bodney Beach House at Holkham. A labour of love for Henry and the team, this sandy-beach accommodation – which overlookss magnificent salt marsh teeming with wildlife – has been finished to the highest specifications and can sleep ten guests. Just minutes away from one of the UK’s best sandy beaches, it is the ideal location for luxury-seeking parties of beach-goers. Regardless of whether guests choose to stay at Bodney Hall Farm or Bodney Beach House, they are guaranteed an unforgettable experience that celebrates the best that the beautiful county of Norfolk has to offer. More information about any of the properties mentioned above – including things to do nearby – can be found at the web address below. Contact: Henry and Anna Sands Company: Bodney Hall Farm Web Address: https://bodneyhallfarm.com/
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