Dog Friendly Lodges Norfolk

A wonderful lovingly cared for home, rich in character with its own enclosed lawn rear garden, located opposite the River Yare, in a lovely riverside location in the pretty conservation village of Reedham. During the 1900s this period thatch cottage, which is full of character, including exposed beams and a wood burner was the village inn and then became a sweet shop, and is now beautifully transformed into a loving home. The entrance hall opens into the open plan beamed living/dining room with wood burner, the sun room with seating is south facing and overlooks the River Yare. There is a well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and stable door to the enclosed lawn garden. There is a ground floor twin bedroom and bathroom, while the first floor has two further double bedrooms and a toilet. The rear garden is tiered with steps leading up and onto a private parking area. Immediately outside is a great patio area with garden furniture.
Reedham is a conservation village with two pubs, one of which serves great food and is on the doorstep, there is a shop, café, fish and chip shop, and a railway station. There is good walking, cycling and bird watching available from the doorstep, while fishermen will delighted with the river fishing (in season, licence required), which is available opposite the property and alongside the rivers’ edge. There are many attractions within 30 miles, including the traditional seaside resort of Great Yarmouth with activities for all ages. Within easy reach are Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, waterside restaurants, shops, daily boat hire and river trips. Petits Animal and Adventure Park is just 1-mile away, with BeWILDerwood tree top adventure park 18 miles and Lenwade Dinosaur Adventure Park 29 miles, popular for families with children. The city of Norwich, 17 miles, has two indoor shopping malls, market square, cinema complexes, theatre, castle museum, cathedral, art galleries and plenty of restaurants and inns. Beach 10 miles. Shop 350 yards, pub and restaurant 10 yards.

"Samphire is perfect for summer holidays or winter escapes, for reunions and family gatherings. This delightful, three-storey, Victorian mid-terrace property has been completely renovated to provide spacious and stylish accommodation, an ideal choice at any time of year. There is a great, contemporary kitchen with a breakfast area and a spacious living/dining room which is great for entertaining. It has four bedrooms in total; three bedrooms on the first floor comprising two kingsize rooms, one of which boasts en-suite facilities, and a twin room, together with the family bathroom. On the second floor is a bedroom designed with four single beds, a great space to ‘hang out’ with toys, books, DVDs and games, plus a PlayStation 3 and a 43" Freeview TV.
The property is located in the coastal village of Bacton just 200 yards away from a sandy beach. Popular Bacton Wood is close by for walking, cycling, picnics and bird watching. Great family days out include the outdoor adventure park BeWILDerwood at Horning, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, Pettits Animal Park at Reedham and Banham Zoo. Cromer and Sheringham are 12 miles away for traditional seaside attractions, or visit Wroxham, known as the ‘capital of the Broads’, 12 miles away, where you can hire a day boat and explore the waterways. There is also a train station, model village, waterside restaurants, cafés and shops available.
For the gardener, a visit to the 32 acres of garden at the Old Vicarage Gardens at East Ruston is a must. Golfers will enjoy Mundesley and the Royal Cromer golf course. National Trust properties nearby include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park and Horsey Wind Pump. Visit Horsey Beach between December and February, and you may spot hundreds of grey seals and pups on the beach. Alternatively, visit the historical city of Norwich, with its cathedral, theatres, museums, cobbled streets and an array of shops and cafés. Sea fishing is available nearby. Beach 200 yards. Shop and restaurant 350 yards, pub 1 mile."

Hidden away so that you could miss it when passing by, The Hayloft really does feel like a secret romantic escape for two. Right in the heart of the action but hidden away with its own courtyard garden with seating area, and a private balcony with table and chairs to relax and enjoy an elevated view of the Church and the distant sea view. The Hayloft was converted in the summer of 2017 from a building dating back to the late 1800s and believed to be a place for stabling the horses when the mail was delivered to the town.
The Hayloft has been lovingly converted by the owners with fixtures, fittings and very comfortable furnishings. There is an open plan living space downstairs with the kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs you will find yourself in the bedroom with an additional area for sitting comfortably in total privacy, this leads out to the outdoor balcony for you to enjoy late summer night evenings.
It provides a quiet and relaxing getaway, for those looking to enjoy all that Hunstanton has to offer, while also grabbing some peace and quiet and privacy. With so much to do in Hunstanton itself you could park your car on arrival, The Hayloft has its own private parking space, and then not use it until it’s time to go home, as everything is reachable on foot. A truly relaxing retreat for you to relax and enjoy this central location in Hunstanton. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

This cosy wing of a property is within easy walking distance of the centre of the attractive small Georgian town of Holt. The beautiful North Norfolk Coast is only five miles away, with miles of glorious beaches and Holt Country Park is only half a mile. Both offer lovely walking and good bird watching. For those keen to explore the area by bike, cycle hire is available. There are many places of interest and things to do in the local area, and the fine city of Norwich is only 20 miles away, offering opportunities for sightseeing and great shopping. Many attractions can be found within a 25-mile radius, including Blickling Hall, Holkham Hall, Wells Harbour and the beautiful beaches and pier at Cromer. Shops and pub 0.25 miles.

Located in the village of Sculthorpe, this lovely holiday propery is close to the popular resort of Wells-next-the-Sea. Sitting opposite Sculthorpe Moor and offering spacious holiday accommodation, Moor’s Rest is a single-storey property where each bedroom enjoys its own en-suite shower room. It has been stylishly decorated and furnished to offer a relaxing retreat.
The location is an excellent base from which to explore the area, and the peaceful and sought after village of Sculthorpe lies just 9 miles from the popular seaside resort of Wells-next-the-Sea with its pretty quay, mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops and narrow gauge railway to carry you to the beach. For thrills and spills, head to the traditional seaside town of Hunstanton, with its wide sandy beach, fun fair, amusements and Sea Life Centre. Also close by is Blakeney Quay, with its trips to see the seals, Holkham beach with the famous Holkham Hall and beautiful beach, Brancaster beach and the bustling market town Burnham Market, with its mix of eateries and boutique shops. The town of Fakenham offers good shops, restaurants, cafés, golf, a racecourse, a cinema and a bowling alley.
A little further afield are the seaside towns of Sheringham and Cromer, the market town of Holt and the city of Norwich, with its famous Norman castle, numerous museums and all the facilities that you would expect from a fine city. Also worth exploring are the Norfolk Broads where you can enjoy boat trips. There are stately homes and National Trust properties galore, beautiful nature reserves and birdwatching opportunities, as well as pleasant walks and cycling routes – you can see why this area is so very popular. Beach 9 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

A wonderful character cottage with wrap around enclosed large lawned garden. Standing in the popular North Norfolk coastal village of Brancaster, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a short walk from the village pub, shop, and public tennis courts. This is a great location to leave the car behind and explore on foot. Excellent cycle routes, golf, sailing and award-winning pubs to discover every day, the village serving good food a short walk. The property is excellent for bird-watching enthusiasts along the National Trust marshes and the Coastal Path. Enjoy a walk to Brancaster’s sandy beach, golf course and sailing club. For those who enjoy the water, there is sailing, water skiing and windsurfing from the harbour for all ages and levels. Golfing enthusiasts will welcome the rare opportunity to play on the world class golf course too.
Brancaster beach is beautiful all year round and offers both a sunny retreat and bracing walks. There are a series of nature reserves to explore, including the RSPB-managed Titchwell Marsh, whose reed beds and lagoons are home to nesting avocets, marsh harriers and bitterns. From the little harbour at Brancaster Staithe, boats run to Scolt Head Island, also a bird sanctuary and nature reserve. Bustling Burnham Market is a 9-minute drive and offers a unique mix of boutique and antique shops and plenty of eateries. Holkham’s beach, where parts of ‘Shakespeare in Love’ were filmed, is a 16-minute drive. A little further along is Wells-next-the-Sea, a popular fishing village renowned for its fresh seafood and quayside, full of colourful boats.
No longer by the sea, it now stands on a creek, with a 1-mile walk along the embankment or a short ride on the miniature steam train travelling to the excellent sandy beach. Visit the seal colonies at Blakeney Point. A short drive is the Victorian seaside town of Hunstanton, with its unusual striped cliffs towering over 60 feet high, behind is the sandy beach full of rock pools at low tide. The town boasts a Sea Life Centre, funfair, indoor swimming pool and a cliff-top golf course. Plenty of stately homes to visit, including Holkham Hall, a fine Palladian mansion overlooking Holkham beach, Houghton Hall and the Royal Sandringham Estate and museum. Pub 500 yards. Shop 200 yards. Beach 1 mile.

Sitting pretty in the outskirts of the sought-after North Norfolk village of Gimingham, Rupert’s Barn offers a stylish retreat for those looking to be close to the stunning coastline while being tucked away enough for a getaway from the stresses and strains of every-day life.
Open plan with high ceilings, which create a light, airy and spacious feel, this property has character in spades and really does offer the ’wow’ factor. The accommodation is all on the ground floor and guests will find much to love about this luxury barn, which accommodates up to four guests and offers two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite. There are two comfortable bedrooms, each with a hairdryer. The private, enclosed garden is perfect for a morning coffee or perhaps for a sundowner, and with the addition of the gorgeous wood burner, this property really is a year-round retreat, whether you are bringing your four-legged friends or not. With a very well-equipped kitchen, a stylish dining area and a comfortable living room, you may well be tempted to relax, unwind and read a book by the fire or maybe log in your Netflix account and catch up on some of those boxsets you’ve been planning to watch. The property also has a ring doorbell that can see over car park. But if you can tear yourself away you will discover that the very best of Norfolk is right on your doorstep.
With coastal habitats galore ranging from wide sandy beaches and grassy dunes to salt and clay marshes and picturesque quays, beach lovers will be spoilt for choice. Check out nearby Mundesley which locals consider to be one of the best beaches around as it is a little quieter than its near neighbour, Cromer. But don’t miss out on a trip to that town too because here you will find the famous pier, the Edwardian promenade and lots of great seaside attractions including amusements, a cinema and a zoo. The gateway to the glorious Norfolk Broads is just a half an hour drive away too and you can be in the fine city of Norwich in around 40 minutes. Add in the Felbrigg, Blickling, Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates, North Norfolk and Bure Valley Railways, Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, RSPB Cley Marshes and Sheringham Park, The Muckleburgh and Thursford Collections, the latter with its Christmas Spectacular and Santa’s Magical Journey and BeWilderwood and you will soon see why this part of Norfolk is so very popular. And after a busy day out and about, you get the best treat of all, a return to Rupert’s Barn to dream of adventures yet to come. Just perfect. Beach 2¼ miles.

Sitting on the outskirts of Cromer with great road links and off-road parking, Rose Cottage (UK41345) and Primrose Cottage (UK41346) have everything you need for a lovely coastal holiday, each cottage sleeps six people in two bedrooms. Just a 20-minute walk to the wide sandy beach of East Runton or the entrance to Felbrigg Hall with its beautiful scenic walks, and a half hour stroll into the centre of Cromer, you really can use your car as little or often as you like on this holiday.
The two cottages really do give you a warm welcome, with Rose Cottage being furnished in a traditional style and Primrose Cottage offering a more contemporary style. Both properties have a wood burner, including a dual aspect in cosy Rose Cottage. The beauty of these properties lie not only in the charming cottages themselves but also in their location, as you are perfectly placed to enjoy the three highlights of Norfolk, the coast, the Broads and the city.
Cromer itself offers a sand and shingle beach, an Edwardian promenade and of course the famous pier, which is the perfect place for a coffee and a spot of people watching. Here you will also find a great mix of high street and artisan shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants, along with traditional seaside amusements, a cinema and Amazonia Zoo. In fact, this whole coastline is packed with attractions and boasts dramatic cliff lines, picturesque quays, salt and cley marshes, sand, and shingle beaches, and rolling sand dunes. Cromer is also home to a mainline railway which can take you to the heart of the Norfolk Broads and to the fine city of Norwich, should you wish for a break from driving. Other places to visit include the Blickling, Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates, the Bure Valley, and North Norfolk Railway, BeWilderwood, the Muckleburgh and Thursford Collections, the latter with its Christmas Spectacular and Santa’s Magical Journey and Sheringham Park. With Pensthorpe Nature Reserve and RSPB Cley Marshes, along with boat trips to sea to see the seals and along the Broads, you’ll soon see why this area is so popular. And you’re sure to be back just to fit it in. When you are, we bet you’ll choose one of these lovely cottages again for your holiday too.
The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Just a short walk from the wonderful sandy beach perfect for dog walking, in an ideal location to explore Norfolk’s beautiful coastline, the famous Norfolk Broads National Park and access onto the coastal path. This lovely, sociable cottage has been comfortably furnished throughout and well equipped making it an ideal choice for groups of family or friends wanting to holiday together in style. Having four wonderful bedrooms, three doubles, a king size bedroom, plus an extra child’s fold out bed, the accommodation really does have everything you need for an all year-round holiday retreat.
The village of Bacton offers lovely walks, pub with restaurant, village shop, excellent fish and chip shop, Chinese takeaway restaurant, pizza and kebab shop, gift shop and 2 cafés. Bacton Woods is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic and it has great walking trails. There is a good children’s playground within 5 minutes walking distance, also offering additional free parking for the property. The traditional seaside resorts of Cromer, 11 miles, and Sheringham, 15 miles, for fun at the seaside, or Wroxham, 13 miles, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads National Park, where you can hire a day launch or join a cruise and watch the world drift by.
Perfect for families is BeWILDerwood at Horning, an outdoor adventure park. Another firm favourite is the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, offering both outside and inside fun, including a splash park for warmer days. Avid gardeners can make a visit to The Old Vicarage Gardens at East Runton to enjoy the extensive gardens, its tearoom with tasty cakes, and the Sheringham National Trust Park. Other National Trust properties including Felbrigg and Blickling Halls, ideal for lovers of history. The Royal Cromer and Mundesley golf courses will not disappoint golfing enthusiasts.
Why not enjoy the chance to spot hundreds of grey seals and pups along the shore at Horsey beach, between December and February. The city of Norwich is 21 miles away and offers two excellent indoor shopping malls, market square, theatre, cinema complexes, castle museum, cathedral, cafés, restaurants and pubs. Sea fishing and beach 700 yards. Restaurant 350 yards. Shop and pub 1400 yards.

Nestled in the pretty village of Wereham with village green and duck pond, it really is a welcoming property with lots to love about its stylish interior, you are sure to fall in love with this pretty, traditional cottage. Step into the well-equipped farmhouse kitchen with dining table, great to cook in and dine at home. For those who prefer to eat out, the village pub serving good food is just 90 yards away (2 minutes’ walk). The spacious living room has comfy sofas and a wood burner, perfect to curl up alongside on cooler evenings, and there is also a downstairs modern bathroom. On the first floor you will find two lovely bedrooms and a separate toilet. To the front is an enclosed paved courtyard, offering additional off-road parking, and perfect to sit, relax and enjoy your morning coffee.
Just 20 minutes from stunning Thetford Forest with High Lodge and Go Ape, you will find yourself blessed with picturesque walks and surrounded by wildlife. In fact, there great circular walks direct from your doorstep. Within 40 minutes’ drive you will arrive to the stunning North Norfolk Coastline with its sand dunes, stunning cliff lines, sand and shingle beaches, salt and clay marshes and picturesque quays. The traditional seaside town of Hunstanton with its Sea Life Centre, and Heacham for Norfolk Lavender, both offer wide sandy beaches stretching miles and a wide range of activities for young and old alike. Seeking culture, visit the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn, the Royal Sandringham Estate and Holkham and Houghton Halls, all which host lots of great events throughout the year. Be sure to bring along your golf clubs as there are many great golf courses within the surrounding area. Foodies will enjoy the many places to eat, which will suit all tastes and pockets. Pub 90 yards. Shop and supermarket 2 miles. Beach 23 miles.