‘The Lawns’ is listed by the Government as a building of “architectural and historic merit” (Grade II). It was the former home of Miss Mabel Alice Jane Hales who, in December 1982, was “Granted the dignity of becoming a Member of the Civil Division of the Order of the British Empire” by the Queen. This award was in recognition of her service to the British Red Cross over a period in excess of 50 years. The Lawns Apartment was constructed in 2013 to the highest possible standard, on the ground floor which allows it to be disabled, child and dog friendly. The Lawns Apartment is in central Holt and is about 220 steps from the High street (we measured!).

Currently The Lawns Estate of Holt is run by the Kretchetov family - Evgueni and Gillian, who moved there in 2003. Gillian is a great niece of Jane Hales OBE, who lived at The Lawns Estate all of her long life of 94 years. Evgueni spent time working in the City of London, and is a qualified Chartered Accountant. Gillian has a degree in Russian and French, and teaches Special Needs at the local Greshams Preparatory private school.