"Stepping into Chalk and Cheese is like arriving at an oasis."
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"The room especially the roll top bath tub!"
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"Loved its quirky charm, location and excellent hosts."
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"The quirkiness of the antiques."
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Converted Victorian school B&B with onsite antiques shop in Shouldham Thorpe
Historic Setting & Accommodation
Chalk And Cheese occupies a Victorian primary school building, offering individually designed rooms and garden lodges. Guests choose from superior double rooms with four-poster beds or standard twin rooms in converted outbuildings. The former schoolhouse also includes family rooms with private bathrooms featuring baths and showers.
Onsite Antiques Shop & Unique Decor
The property houses an onsite antiques and gifts shop selling curated preloved items, open to guests and visitors. Each room is individually decorated with the owners' eclectic collection of antiques, curios, and ephemera. The building itself functions as a living museum, with every space filled with collectibles available for purchase.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast includes homemade offerings with fresh fruits and cereals, plus a full English breakfast cooked to order. The kitchen accommodates customizable dietary needs, and breakfast is served in a bright conservatory with Radio 4 playing. Local produce and quality ingredients are used in all breakfast selections.
Pet-Friendly & Community Atmosphere
Chalk And Cheese is an animal-friendly B&B with resident cat Harry and a dog, creating a home-like environment. Guests share communal breakfast tables, fostering interaction among visitors. The nearby King's Arms pub provides evening dining options, and the village green hosts occasional events such as fish and chip vans.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is situated in Shouldham Thorpe, a quiet village with walks in picturesque surroundings. Nearby attractions include Gooderstone Water Gardens, King's Lynn Walks, and Sandringham House Museum & Grounds. Castle Acre Castle is 20 km away, and Houghton Hall is 32 km from the property.
Highlights
Setting: Converted Victorian primary school in Shouldham Thorpe
Rooms: Individually designed rooms and garden lodges
Dining: Homemade breakfast with full English and dietary accommodations
Shop: Onsite antiques and gifts shop with curated preloved items
Pets: Animal-friendly environment with resident cat and dog
Nearby: King's Arms pub, Gooderstone Water Gardens, Sandringham
Must-do experiences
Visit the historic Shouldham Church for stunning architecture.
Try the local specialties at The Black Horse pub nearby.
Stroll through Shouldham's lovely countryside hiking trails.
Explore the hidden gem of Oxborough Hall and its gardens.
Sample homemade treats at the weekly Shouldham Farmers' Market.
Select your room type
Chalk And Cheese features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
6 m²
2 Single beds
Shower
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Superior Double Room
2 persons
7 m²
1 Double bed
Bathtub
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Small Double Room
2 persons
12 m²
1 Double bed
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