Dog Friendly Lodges Norfolk

’Still waters, scudding sails, stately swans and blissful peace – the magic of the Broads on your doorstep...’ Making a perfect base for a Broadland holiday, these four lodges are set right on the banks of the River Bure and Daisy Broad, in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. Not only are these properties close to the river, but the owner also owns other riverfront so if guests have a valid fishing licence and bring their own equipment, they can fish easily nearby.
Each lodge has a lawned area beside the river, and are designed in ‘upside-down’ style, enjoying an upstairs sitting-room leading on to a furnished balcony, where guests can relax in style and enjoy the sights and sounds of the river. All the lodges have been furnished and equipped to four star standard.
Day motor launches that accommodate up to 8 passengers are included free of charge with each property and these can be moored alongside the lodges. The motor launch is chargeable during Whitsun and Summer Holidays, direct from the owner at a preferential rate.
The properties are situated in Wroxham which is well known as the ‘Capital of the Broads’ and has a selection of cafes, restaurants and shops within a few minutes’ walk. The wider area is also criss-crossed by numerous footpaths and cycling trails. One of the best ways to enjoy the Broads is on the water by motor launch, or take one of the organised day trips arranged by the neighbouring boatyard. On the water, the beauty of the Broads can be truly experienced with its extensive wildlife (ducks, geese, swans, spoonbills and herons) and its sleepy Broads villages with their pretty flint cottages and attractive churches.

The coast is within easy reach (12 miles) with lovely sandy beaches and a string of villages spreading northwards to the bustling sea towns of Cromer and Sheringham. Alternatively, Norwich is less than 10 miles away with its cathedral, castle, museums, theatres, excellent shops and restaurants. National Trust properties well worth a visit are Felbrigg Hall and Blickling Hall, both within easy reach. Nearest shops are 500 yards. Moorings for motor launches are outside the property and life jackets are available free of charge. Pet life jackets available on arrival for a refundable £10 deposit. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 32 guests.

Set amidst rolling countryside, this detached, 16th-century holiday cottage, one of the oldest cottages in Wickmere, is full of character and charm, with its beamed interior and inglenook fireplace with wood burner. Furnished and equipped to a very good standard, it enjoys a private enclosed garden with a patio terrace and furniture. There are many excellent walking and cycling opportunities with quiet lanes and designated trails direct from the doorstep. Visit bustling market towns, pretty villages and excellent sandy beaches. The seaside towns of Sheringham, 8 miles, and Cromer, 9 miles, offer an array of activities for all ages and excellent beaches. Other places to visit include Holt, Blakeney Quay and Norwich with its excellent shopping, cathedral, theatre, castle, museum, cafes and restaurants. National Trust properties include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Sheringham Park. Wroxham, 18 miles, is the capital of the Norfolk Broads and has miles of inland waterways, where daily boat hire and river trips are available, as well as delightful waterside cafes, restaurants and shops. Beach 8 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Seagulls enjoys far-reaching, spectacular views across the Blakeney salt-marshes from full-length windows in the first floor living room. It is set at the end of a quiet no-through road with a secluded garden. Over the road is the village playing field with tennis courts. Inside, the house is warm, convenient and attractive - practical for families with children, yet well-furnished to be relaxing and comfortable for the older generation. The well-equipped retro kitchen leads to the dining room which boasts a cosy wood burner.
Blakeney Quay is a short walk past the village shop (with bacon for the ever-obliging crabs). From here is access to the marsh or up to the village. Blakeney is a bird-watcher’s paradise; the coastal path runs in front of the house, there are seals at Blakeney Point, and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside walks. The historic little town of Holt is close by and offers a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, cafés and weekly markets. Within a few minutes’ drive is Holt Lowes, an area renowned for wildlife, designated as both a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation. Also worth a visit is Holt Country Park with its wealth of bird life, as well as other RSPB reserves. The region has several stately homes such as NT Blickling and Felbrigg Halls, Holkham Hall and Houghton Hall. Other interesting days out include visits to Sheringham Park, and Walsingham Shrine and Priory ruins. Sheringham offers golf and is home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash aqua pool, a promenade and a pier. Within easy driving distance is Norwich with its excellent shopping, restaurants, cathedral, theatre, pubs, cinema and markets. Wells-next-the-Sea is 5 miles and Holkham’s vast sandy beach is just 8 miles. Windsurfing, dinghy launching, sailing and boat trips are all available locally. Shops 100 yards.

This wonderful period detached cottage stands alone surrounded by its own large 3½-acre lawned garden and woodland, and boasts a tennis court and a games room in a separate annexe, with a full size snooker table (for adult use only), sauna, table tennis and football goals which can be set up in the garden. Guests should bring their own equipment for tennis and table tennis. Tucked away at the end of an unmade lane completely surrounded by woodland and countryside, the cottage’s location is perfect for nature lovers. It is also ideally located for exploring the North Norfolk coast and countryside. The area is famous for its natural sandy beaches, numerous National Trust properties, stately homes, RSPB birdwatching spots and outstanding nature reserves.

The living room has a traditional open fire, comfy chairs and a snug leading off. During the winter months, guests can enjoy nights by the fire or the baby grand piano! There is a large dining room with a woodburner and is ideal for enjoying family meals. The kitchen with pine table at one end caters for larger families and groups. There is also a shower room with toilet. A staircase leads off the dining room to five bedrooms and a family bathroom. One of the double bedrooms has en-suite facilities, and all rooms offer beautiful views across the fields and the cottage garden.

The cottage benefits from a lovely large garden and large seating terrace with well (grid placed in well for safety), and there is ample parking on the drive for many cars. The cottage is in a good location for exploring and is only a short drive from the quaint coastal town of Blakeney and close to Wells-next-the-Sea with its outstanding sandy beach. There are miles of heritage coastline, with creeks, marshes, cliffs, beaches and dunes to explore. Discover Holkham and Blakeney National Nature Reserves, including the renowned Blakeney Point, which are both ideal for bird and seal watching. Visit Cley Marshes, Titchwell Marsh and Snettisham Nature Reserves, and Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, which is only a 15-minute drive from the cottage. There are plenty of historical places to visit, with Sandringham Estate, Holkham Hall, Houghton Hall, Blickling Hall and Felbrigg Hall all within easy reach. The Norfolk Coastal Path stretches for miles and there are many delightful cycle rides, including Peddars Way, which passes to the west of the cottage through Harpley, Docking and Sedgeford to Hunstanton, where it joins the Norfolk Coastal Path. The Poppy Line Steam Railway and Norfolk Broads are within easy reach. The renowned village of Holt is only 6 miles away with its cafés, boutiques, galleries and antique shops. Horse riding, horse racing and golf are all within easy reach. Shop 3½ miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Ringland Cottage is a beautiful property in the village of Ringland, comfortably sleeping ten persons. It boasts a huge lawned garden at the rear, with direct rear access to farm tracks which extend for miles for picturesque walks within the Wensum valley. Situated in the centre of the village directly off the village green and a 1-minute walk from the River Green with the River Wensum, a local beauty spot and hugely popular place to fish, paddleboard, and kayak. Ringland is a super location, being rural but a less than 5-minute drive to Taverham with all its shops and facilities. Easy 15-minute access to Norwich, 35 minutes to coastal resorts and 20 minute access to the Norfolk Broads, therefore providing a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy all year round.
The house itself offers a well-equipped modern kitchen. The dining table offers comfortably seating for up to ten adults, the large secure rear lawned garden is perfect for al fresco cooking and dining or simply lounge and enjoy the tranquil countryside setting while the children and your four-legged members of the family play.
When it comes to exploring the surrounding areas, Ringland’s proximity to Norwich city is a definite plus. Norwich, a vibrant city with a rich history, provides various attractions such as Norwich Castle, Norwich Cathedral, and the beautiful, cobbled streets of Elm Hill. You can also indulge in shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Additionally, the house is in easy reach of the coastal resorts, allowing you to experience the beauty of Norfolk’s coastline. There are several picturesque coastal towns and beaches to visit, such as Great Yarmouth, Cromer, Sheringham and Wells next-to-Sea. You can enjoy beach activities, coastal walks, and delicious seafood. Overall, Ringland Cottage is an ideal holiday destination where you can have a memorable and enjoyable getaway for all who visit. Norwich 6 miles, Beaches 18 miles, Norfolk Broads 10 miles.

Set in the heart of the tranquil Broadland village of Ludham, just a 5 minutes’ walk from the village centre and 10 minutes’ walk to Womack Water with its village green and boat moorings. Tucked away in a cul de sac, Toadstool Cottage offers spacious, contemporary, and comfortably furnished home from home, boasting an enclosed lawn garden with seating furniture, secure for children and dogs alike.
Ludham village boasts a post office and stores, public house, tearoom, butcher, and doctor’s surgery. Nearby is Womack Staithe, where you can launch paddle boards is part of the Norfolk Broads and provides access to the River Thurne which has great fishing opportunities together with pedaloes and boat hire and a village green to enjoy an ice-cream, simply sit awhile and soak up the boating activity and wildlife. There are many excellent walking and cycling opportunities available in the area, with miles of riverside and countryside walks available locally.
Set amongst a gentle and tranquil landscape, dotted with ancient churches, wind pumps and nature reserves, this area of Norfolk offers a wealth of opportunity to enjoy the countryside at any pace. Nearby, How Hill Nature Reserve with its marshes, meadows, woodland, and open water, is well worth exploring. Riverside pubs and cafés are plentiful, and a number of Broadland centres offer bike and canoe hire - possibly the most delightful way to discover the lovely reed lined waterways and their abundant wildlife.
Visitors can also hire hourly/day boats at Potter Heigham, 2 miles. Wroxham, known as the capital of the Broads, is just 7 miles away, and is perfect for daily boat hire, river trips, riverside restaurants, cafés, pubs, and shops. For the children, BeWILDerwood, a magical tree top adventure park and the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade both promise children a day to remember. The lovely dune backed sandy beaches at Sea Palling and Winterton on Sea are just 8 miles. For lively family fun, visitors need look no further than Great Yarmouth, with funfair and traditional seaside amusements, and Pleasure wood Hills theme park at Lowestoft. Pub within 1 mile.

A stunning barn-conversion resting in Hargate near Old Buckenham, Norfolk. Balcony. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Banham 4.4 miles; Kenninghall 6.8 miles; Attleborough 7.2 miles.

Nestled on the edge of a family-owned farm with fields growing the finest blackcurrants, used for the tasty fruit drinks produced by Ribena. This wonderful brick and flint character barn is brimming with charm, but cleverly restored to offer a comfortable holiday home to include modern day essentials.
Boasting spacious open plan sociable living accommodation, it is perfect for the larger sized families wishing to holiday together. The well-equipped kitchen offers good cooking opportunities, having Aga and electric cooker. Please note the Aga is turned off during the summer season to prevent the home from getting too warm. There is a lovely round dining table perfect to celebrate any special occasion, and comfy sofas perfect for relaxing and great movie nights-in. Steps lead into the private enclosed lawn garden with seating furniture to enjoy.

The sandy beach of Mundesley is just 9 minutes’ drive away. It also has golf course, cafes, pubs and shops. There are excellent walks direct from the doorstep, with miles of footpaths and trails to explore, including local woods, footpaths, North Walsham and Dilham Canal. Here you are ideally situated to explore the North Norfolk Coast and the Norfolk Broads. The traditional seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham are host to many attractions, with sandy beaches and activities, they are perfect for everyone. Cromer boasts a pier, with a carnival week which is held in August and, weather permitting, a spectacular New Year’s Day celebration, complete with fireworks. Sheringham is home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash fun pool and Sheringham Gardens. There are numerous bird sanctuaries, salt marshes and wildlife centres that punctuate the region, and the popular RSPB nature and bird reserve can be found near Cley next the Sea, Blakeney and Morston.

Wroxham, 12 miles, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, for daily boat hire and river trips available, riverside cafés, pubs, shops and supermarket. The area around is a great place to enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities and sports. Bacton Wood, 3 miles, is great for walking and picnic opportunities. The market town of North Walsham, 2 miles, is perfect for guests to visit the supermarkets, shops, cafés, library, banks, sports centre with swimming pool, as well as the vast bistro and gourmet eating establishments in the surrounding area. Shopaholics head to the city of Norwich, 17 miles, with two indoor shopping malls, boutiques, market square, a fantastic castle museum, cathedral, theatre, art galleries, cafés, pubs and restaurants.

Places of historical interest and stately homes can be found within easy driving distance, and Blickling Hall boast open air concerts during the summer season. Perfect for entertaining the younger generations are Banham Zoo, Wroxham Barns craft centre and play park, Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade and BeWILDerwood at Horning. There are also many places within driving distance, ideal for walking your four-legged friends, including Blickling Park, where you can also enjoy lunch afterwards at the café or local pub. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

A wonderful, spacious detached cottage perfect for larger families wishing to holiday together. Standing on the edge of pretty Norfolk Broads’ village of Ludham, which has a shop, post office, butchers and pub serving good food, within 6-minutes walk. Nearby Womack Staithe provides access to the River Thurne which has great fishing opportunities, together with pedalo hire and a village green to just simply sit awhile and soak up the boating activity and wildlife.

Cobweb Cottage offers sociable and family friendly accommodation. With a spacious living room and wood burner, opening into the conservatory, commanding great views across the garden. There is a well-equipped kitchen, ideal to prepare family meals complete with breakfast table. The dining room is perfect to celebrate any special occasion in style. Upstairs there are four wonderful bedrooms, the master offering an en-suite facility, and there is a family bathroom. The rear enclosed lawned garden has its very own private hot tub where you can sit back and relax in the tranquil night under the stars. The sunny garden is perfect to relax in and offers a great opportunity for alfresco dining on warm summer evenings.

Excellent location for walkers and cyclists where you can enjoy nearby trails and footpaths that surround you. A perfect location for nature lovers, so be sure to bring sensible footwear and binoculars. For fisherman, this part of the Broads offers some of the best coarse fishing anywhere in the UK, seasonal and licence required.
For the children there is BeWILDerwood Adventure Park with its treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges and boat trips. Roar Dinosaur Park at Lenwade with splash zone, both indoor and outdoor play areas, and dinosaur discovery trail with climbing zone, is also worth a visit. Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, is just 12 minutes’ drive, with riverside restaurants, supermarket, shops, daily boat hire and river trips to enjoy. Wroxham Barns, located on the edge of the village, has a petting farm, craft barns, small fair and restaurants. The riverside village of Horning has its selection of tea shops, restaurants and pubs. Horning Ferry is on the outskirts of the village where you will find a marina, leisure club and pub.

There are excellent sandy beaches at Winterton-on-Sea and Sea Palling, backed with dunes, just 10 miles away. Alternative days out; enjoy the fine city of Norwich, with its cathedrals, castle, museums, theatre and vast array of cafés and a magnet for shoppers. There is a wealth of National Trust properties to visit in the area, which include Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park, one of the finest Jacobean houses in East Anglia, the beautifully landscaped Sheringham Park and the magnificent Blickling Hall with its woodland and lakeside walks. Pub and shop ½ mile.

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.