From David Bowie to the Royal Family, Norfolk has been on the lips of everybody in the country at one point or another, often to praise its outstanding natural beauty and tranquil beaches.

In fact, Norfolk has been voted one of the best holiday destinations in the world on more than one occasion, so here are two of the highest-rated staycation homes on Airbnb that you can book out today to find out for yourself. 

The Old Laundry in North Norfolk

North Elmham, near Dereham

4.99 stars - 305 reviews

Sleeps 4 guests - 2 bedrooms/2 beds/1.5 bathrooms

£95 per night

Dereham Times:

With 305 reviews averaging a star rating of 4.99, this charming renovation tops the list of best staycation spots in the county. 

Owners Hetty and Mark are 'superhosts' - hosts who are verified by the website to be consistently reliable and well-reviewed, as well as featured on Airbnb Plus which is to showcase properties that are very highly rated. 

The Old Laundry is located on a family estate, close to a listed 19th-century dovecote in the village of North Elmham, just north of Dereham.

Dereham Times: The dining and living area.The dining and living area. (Image: Airbnb)

The open-plan living area is in a recently converted barn, with a wood-burning stove, pamment floors and underfloor heating.

The home's description states it is finished to a very high standard and is a lovely mix of old and new, featuring a contemporary kitchen with an electric range cooker, microwave and dishwasher.

Dereham Times: The kitchen.The kitchen. (Image: Airbnb)

The dining and seating area features an exposed wooden beam, with windows and doors leading out to the patio.

The house sleeps four in two upstairs bedrooms and there is a shower bathroom upstairs and a toilet downstairs. 

Dereham Times: One of the two upstairs bedrooms.One of the two upstairs bedrooms. (Image: Airbnb)

The Old Laundry is set on farmland where horses and sheep graze in the historical village of North Elmham.

It has the use of a walled orchard garden and a west-facing terrace that enjoys the evening sun, with tables and chairs for al fresco dining.

Dereham Times: The walled garden.The walled garden. (Image: Airbnb)

In the village nearby there is a cafe, shop, and two pubs. 

North Elmham is midway between King's Lynn and Norwich with stations at both around 45 minutes' drive away. 

There is private parking in the yard beside the cottage and owners say it may be possible to arrange stabling and grazing for a horse.

Ivywood Medieval Cottage

Harleston, Norfolk, United Kingdom

4.95 stars - 365 reviews

Sleeps 6 guests - 2 bedrooms/3 beds/1.5 bathrooms

£100 per night

Dereham Times:

Ivywood Cottage is according to its superhost owners Laura and James: "medieval in age - but contemporary in design".

The Harleston getaway was once part of the Gawdy Hall Estate, which dates back to the 1500s, and is right next door to a 15th-century church set within a 3-acre churchyard.

Dereham Times: The living room.The living room. (Image: Airbnb)

Guests have the whole of the house to themselves, including a private garden and a wealth of local Waveney Valley walking trails such as Angles Way and the famous Peddars Way. 

Dereham Times: The kitchen.The kitchen. (Image: Airbnb)

The property can sleep a total of six people, has a fully-fitted modern kitchen and a wood burner for those cosy winter nights. 

Dereham Times: One of the bedrooms.One of the bedrooms. (Image: Airbnb)

The cottage is a short drive from the seaside, as well as Bungay town which features a range of cafes, butchers, pubs, restaurants, and tea shops.

Dereham Times: A piece of local history. A piece of local history. (Image: Airbnb)

Diss is the mainline station between London and Norwich and is just 15 minutes by car.