NORFOLK BROADS COTTAGES

The Norfolk Broads contain some very picturesque cottages. The traditional building material is flint and then finished off with a thatched roof - some new builds are even built using these materials today. Many are built in fabulous locations, with river or broad views.

Peninsula Cottages - Wroxham - Norfolk Broads

These unique cottages stand within 500 yards of the centre of Wroxham on the banks of the River Bure – some right beside the river and others overlooking a private marina. A choice of one, two, three and four bedroom cottages are available.

Summer Leisure Cottages - Wroxham - Norfolk Broads

These individual waterside properties are located close to an attractively landscaped boat yard set slightly back from the main river. There is a choice of two, three and four bedroom properties all with water frontage.

The Wherry, Wroxham, Norfolk Broads

Watersedge, Wroxham, Norfolk Broads

This very comfortable lodge enjoys a peaceful riverside setting on the banks of the Bure (view from garden shown in right photograph). Dinghies and day boats are available for hire nearby and shops and inns are within ¾ mile at the Broadland 'capital' of Wroxham. The city of Norwich is only 20 minutes drive – with its fine shopping, restaurants and museums.

Peacefully set on the banks of the River Bure, this very comfortable and well equipped property boasts a large decked verandah, which can be gated for children's security, and a lawned waterside garden. A gentle ½ mile stroll leads to the bustling heart of Wroxham, with its shops, cafés, riverside pubs and boat hire. Mooring and fishing are available free of charge at the property.

Ferry Marina, Horning, Norfolk Broads

Here you enjoy a setting in one of Broadland's most picturesque villages, and one of its most sought after waterside locations within the beautiful Norfolk Broads. You will enjoy the superb Marina swimming pool and there are lots of opportunities to get afloat with day cruisers for hire. Great Yarmouth and Norfolk's fine sandy beaches are only 30 minutes' away by car. As a visitor to Ferry Marina you have the benefits of exclusive fishing rights outside your property, available during the fishing season.

Grove Farm Barns - Catfield - Norfolk Broads

Tucked away down a country lane in the heart of Broadland, and enjoying glorious views across open fields, a range of handsome barns has been tastefully converted to create the attractive cluster of cottages. Some nestle under their traditional Norfolk thatch, all are very comfortably appointed and each enjoys its own individual patio.

Violet Cottage, Catfield, Norfolk Broads

Rose Cottage, Catfield, Norfolk Broads

These enchanting, 17th century, thatched cottages lie in a traditional Broadland village within 100 yards of a shop/post office and local pub serving good food. Perfect for exploring Broadland, with its delightful villages, nature reserves, bird watching, and miles of reed lined waterways – Hickling Broad is just 4 miles away and Horsey Mere is 9 miles. Boats can be hired at Potter Heigham (3 miles) and sailing, fishing and cycle hire are all available locally. Sea Palling (5 miles) offers lovely safe sandy beaches. Norwich 18 miles.

Dairy Farm- Dilham (Northern Broads)

Nestling in a peaceful and secluded rural setting in over 100 acres of marsh and splendid old watergarden, this lovingly renovated farmhouse and three converted farm buildings are situated on a small traditional working farm. Enjoying shared use of an indoor games room, snooker room, multi gym and the extensive grounds, the farmhouse has its own enclosed garden while each cottage has a patio. Laid out at the time of the Great Exhibition, the 50 acre Victorian watergarden folly known as Dilham Islands is a paradise for walkers, bird watchers and nature lovers.

Half Moon Cottage, Martham, Norfolk Broads

Gables Farm, Martham, Norfolk Broads

Set just yards from the green and duckpond in a pretty Broadland village, and 2 miles from Winterton's glorious sand duned beach, this lovingly restored cottage offers a delightful haven in which to relax and unwind. Shop and pub serving food 500 yards.

Set just 20 yards from the green and duckpond, this majestic thatched property with its private hot tub boasts large rooms and spacious accommodation – ideal for families sharing or get togethers, whatever the season.

Court House Cottages - Rollesby - Norfolk Broads

Within 5 miles of the sandy beaches, at Winterton, this select little group of cottages, two of which we offer here, enjoy a peaceful country setting and lovely views. Charming and very well appointed, both properties provide a delightful holiday base. Their location in the heart of Norfolk's Broadland is a paradise for nature lovers and just 2 miles away boats can be hired for fishing or sailing. Nearby attractions include the castle and car collection at Caister on Sea, whilst Great Yarmouth's traditional seaside entertainments are only 7 miles.

Loddon House - Loddon (Southern Broads)

Set in a picturesque and thriving, small riverside town in the Southern Broads, these three charming cottages offer an ideal base for exploring the area's myriad attractions. The Coach House and The Clock House both stand in the two acre grounds of Loddon House, the owners' gracious Queen Anne mansion, whilst Willow Cottage is a 5 minute drive away, and all three enjoy shared use of the indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and lovely grounds.

Sailaway - Barton Turf - Norfolk Broads

A real gem, perfect for a romantic break, this unique property boasts a pretty veranda and an ideal location just 500 yards from the wide expanses of water on Barton Broad, where visitors can fish, hire boats, launch their own boats on the public slipway or simply enjoy the waterborne world going by. Set in the grounds of the owners' home, and offering a high standard of comfort, as well as its own private patio and blissful hot tub, this lovingly restored holiday retreat enjoys a wonderfully relaxing ambience. Gorgeous North Norfolk beaches, Wroxham's restaurants and river boat trips (4 miles) and medieval Norwich with its cathedral and excellent shopping are all just a short drive. Pub and shop 1½ miles.

Set in the heart of Broadland, this attractive property with its large gardens and private hot tub is one of an attractive cluster of tasetfully converted barns set within a short walk of Coltishall's pubs and river. Bustling Wroxham, for boat trips, shops and a myriad riverside pubs and restaurants, is 2 miles. Walking, cycling, bird watching, steam train trips, craft markets, Bewilderwood, sandy beaches (8 miles) and Norwich city are all easily accessible.

Nestling in peaceful countryside, where quiet rural lanes afford lovely cycling and walking, this superb stable conversion offers very spacious accommodation for reunions and family gatherings. Perfect for holidays and relaxing breaks whatever the season, with a play area for children and an undercover seating and barbecue area, it sits within easy reach of a wealth of visitor attractions. Just 3 miles away is Acle, a village with good amenities and a famous bridge where visitors can enjoy watching boating activity on the river, whilst Wroxham, the bustling capital of the Broads, offering river boat trips and numerous riverside pubs and restaurants, is 5 miles and the wonderful dune backed sandy beaches at Winterton and Sea Palling are only 10 miles distant. Children will love Bewilderwood, Norfolk's latest treetop adventure attraction, whilst the traditional funfair at Great Yarmouth offers entertainment for all ages and there are local craft shops and an animal farm to explore at Wroxham Barns. Picturesque fishing villages, bird reserves, seal watching boat trips and glorious beaches on the North Norfolk coast are all an easy drive as are the seaside resort of Cromer and the medieval city of Norwich (8 miles) with its cathedral, castle, cinemas, theatre and excellent shopping. Pub and shop within 3 miles.

In the lovely Broads village of Horning, a short walk from shops and riverside pubs, this extremely spacious and comfortable lodge boasts a fine waterside setting with its own mooring in a small marina leading onto the main River Bure. The first floor balcony is a delightful place to relax and watch the boating activity and wildlife, and the large garden's decked area makes an excellent spot for fishing. Visitors enjoy shared use of an indoor swimming pool 50 yards away, and there are numerous attractions within a short drive.

Amidst pretty countryside near the heart of the Norfolk Broads, this exceptional property has been converted from a barn dated 1713 to offer every modern comfort including a hot tub in its private garden. Set on its own attractive courtyard within the grounds of the owners' home, Beech Barn is sure to appeal to nature lovers – marsh harriers are in abundance and within walking distance lies Alderfen Broad, a conservation area and bird watchers' delight. A short drive leads to Barton Broad where visitors can enjoy a walk around the broadwalk or try the Solar boat experience. Nearby Horning village offers boat hire, a tree adventure park, and a trip on the Mississippi paddle steamer is a must. Medieval Norwich, with its magnificent cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, cafés, restaurants and excellent shopping, is under 10 miles' drive as are the fine sandy beaches of the beautiful Norfolk coast. Shops and pubs serving food 1½ miles.

A wonderful holiday base, whatever the season, this elegant and very spacious property and its large landscaped gardens are tucked down a quiet country lane in the Broadland village of Loddon. Pefect for larger groups, it sits just a short walk from the heart of this thriving riverside village in the southern Broads National park. A wealth of attractions lie within easy reach. The fine sandy beaches of the Norfolk and Suffolk coasts are a must for family days out as is Fritton Lake Country Park and the elegant seaside town of Southwold is home to a famous local brewery, independent shops and galleries, summer theatre and a traditional pier. Craft centres, market towns with antique shops and local produce stores, and the medieval city of Norwich with its castle, cathedral, cinemas, ten pin bowling and excellent shopping are all an easy drive. Boat hire and fishing shops are found locally, shops and pubs are half a mile.