Dog Friendly Lodges Norfolk

The Barn is a beautiful, four-bedroom holiday home resting near Hoveton & Wroxham in the Norfolk Broads. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Bedrooms with en-suites. North Walsham 6.2 miles; Aylsham 10.6 miles; Norwich 13.6 miles.

This impressive, detached house stands proudly in two acres of land, which is divided into formal garden and woodland. Furnished to a very good standard by its owner, it creates a relaxing and stylish environment, and with its indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and sauna, it is a perfect holiday location for family celebrations or a get together, whatever the season. Sandalls Marsh is ideally situated for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk. The historical market towns of Diss, Loddon and Wymondham are well worth a visit, as is the unspoilt North Norfolk Coast, with its pretty coastal villages and glorious beaches. Alternatively, spend a day enjoying the famous Norfolk Broads. Children will love BeWILDerwood, the treetop adventure park. The Suffolk Heritage Coast and the popular seaside towns of Southwold and Lowestoft are less than 30 miles away. The historical city of Norwich is just 6 miles away, with its cathedrals, museums, theatre, excellent shopping and cosmopolitan cafés. Thetford Forest is only 10 miles for adventure walking and cycle routes. Golf and walking are available locally. Beach 25 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub ¼ mile.

With exclusive use of its own indoor heatedswimming pool, this detached, traditionally-built, single-storey holiday property is located within an area of SSSI along the peaceful backwater of the River Wensum. French doors lead to an enclosed secluded garden terrace, complete with sun loungers and barbecue, with pathway leading to private river frontage with use of seating furniture, rowing boat and canoe, where visitors can enjoy this wonderful backwater to the full, its peace only interrupted by the occasional rowing boat of an angler. The village has two pubs, shops, post office, golf course, snooker hall and extensive country walks.
The city of Norwich is 5 miles for excellent shopping, theatre, castle museum, cathedral, fine restaurants, cafés and bars. Wroxham (10 miles), capital of the Norfolk Broads, offers river trips and daily boat hire to explore the expanse of waterways. A 40-minute drive leads to the Heritage North Norfolk coast, ‘Admiral Nelson’s country’, where there are Blue Flag sandy beaches, extensive salt marshes, RSPB reserves and the coastal path for excellent walking. Boat trips are available all year to visit the basking seals and Blakeney Point nature reserve. Nearby, the stately homes of Holkham and Blickling are amongst the finest in East Anglia. The Royal Sandringham Estate and museum is open to the public when the Royals are not in residence.
The coastal resorts of Cromer and Sheringham offer an array of attractions for all ages, a cliff-top golf course, plenty of shops and restaurants. Still operational, the fishing harbour operates a small fleet of boats to catch succulent fresh lobsters and crabs, which are brought back to be sold locally. Promenade gardens, pier with seasonal live entertainment and the Royal Life Boat Centre can all be found at Cromer. Sheringham is headquarters for the North Norfolk Steam Railway, where during the summer trains travel back and forth along the coast to neighbouring villages. Shop 800 yards.

In the lovely Broads village of Horning, a short walk from shops and riverside pubs, this extremely spacious and comfortable lodge property boasts a fine waterside setting with its mooring in a small marina leading onto the main River Bure.
The main bathroom and the en-suite to the master bedroom have just been recently re-furbished in 2024. The first-floor balcony is a delightful place to relax and watch the boating activity and wildlife, and visitors can enjoy numerous attractions within a short drive.
Scenic excursions on the Bure Valley Railway, the Wroxham Barns craft centre, Bewilderwood adventure park, stately Blickling Hall (NT), lovely sandy beaches and the cathedral city of Norwich with its castle, museums and galleries, cinemas and theatres, excellent shopping and a wide choice of restaurants are all easily accessible. Situated within a 2-minute walk to a riverside pub, with village shops and other pubs within a 10-minute walk.

Scarning Dale House is an elegant property occupying a peaceful and relaxing setting set amidst 25 acres of landscaped gardens with waterfall and pond, meadow and woodland with lake. Each of the holiday cottages is separately set within the grounds, although Lodge Cottage (B6008) is an annexe attached to The Lodge (B4013). Each has its own garden and seating area, ideal for couples and families alike. The grounds are abundant with nature and wildlife, with designated trails and pathways leading through meadow and woodland, offering excellent walking and bird watching opportunities direct from doorstep. Guests can enjoy a swim in the indoor heated swimming pool (by arrangement), table tennis and snooker room. Within easy reach of the magnificent North Norfolk coastline for wealth of sandy beaches, nature and RSPB reserves. The famous Norfolk Broads are within 40 minutes drive, with riverside restaurants, cafes, shops, daily boat hire and river trips available to explore the expanse of waterways abundant with bird and wildlife, with many picnic opportunities along waterside. Market town of East Dereham, 2½ miles, has weekly street market, shops, restaurants, cinema, swimming pool and golf course. Gressenhall Rural Life Museum and Union Farm, 3 miles, offers an interesting day out. Thetford Forrest Park with miles of walking and cycle trails to explore and ’Go-Ape’ adventure playground and assault course, 20 miles. Many places of interest and historical houses and sites surround the area, Houghton and Holkham Hall, the Royal Sandringham Estate and museum, Walsingham Shrine and Abbey ruins and Castle Acre and Priory ruins. Traditional seaside resort of Hunstanton, Wells Next The Sea, Sheringham and Cromer offer an array of attractions for all ages. Coastal Path and Peddars Way offer excellent walking and cycling opportunities. Great Witchingham Wildlife Park and Falconry and Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, approximately 12 miles.

Sandy Den is a detached, single-storey holiday chalet situated in California Sands Holiday Park and is ideally situated close to the beach. It is also in a great location for exploring the Norfolk Broads and Great Yarmouth with its traditional seaside attractions. On site there is a good selection of facilties including a café, minimarket, amusements, fish and chip shop, pizza takeaway bar, laundrette and family clubhouse. There is also an indoor heated swimming pool. There are plenty of activities for all the family to enjoy in this area, such as walking, cycling and fishing which are all available locally. Sandy Den is fantastic for active holiday makers and families who are looking for plenty to do. Beach 500 yards. Shop and restaurant 50 yards, pub 500 yards.

A very warm welcome awaits at the home of the Campbell family. Set in the heart of a 1200-acre farming and shooting estate in a beautiful north Norfolk valley, The West Wing offers a beautiful, secluded location in which to holiday, celebrate or entertain.

Sedgeford Hall, built of local sand-coloured brick was built in the reign of Queen Anne, and completed in 1713, with further additions throughout the centuries; it now includes a heated indoor swimming pool, open fires and wood-burning stoves for the colder winter months, beautiful enclosed gardens and numerous Estate walks, with lakes, woods and parkland to explore.

Sedgeford is just a few miles from the coast and close to splendid towns and villages such as Burnham Market and Brancaster, and several stately homes with lovely places to walk - Houghton Hall, Holkham Hall and The Sandringham Estate; the Queen’s Christmas residence.

Just 5 miles to the north is the seaside town of Hunstanton with miles of sandy beaches and rock pools, majestic cliffs, a Sea Life Centre, amusemens, watersports, tennis, croquet, bowls, golf, shops, restaurants and inns. Heacham, 3 miles, has the benefit of Norfolk Lavender with garden centre, shops, café and farm shop. For children, there is the popular ‘Farmer Fred’s Play Barn’ a large indoor play centre with café and an animal petting zoo! Great Bircham is a 4-mile walk, and the Peddars Way and Icknield Way are also close by. Locally there is shooting, fishing, bird watching and golf as well as many stunning beaches along the North Norfolk coast. Shop 4 miles, pub serving food ½ mile
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 41 guests.

Hopton Lodge Retreat, a beautiful holiday lodge resting in Hopton, Norfolk. Single-storey. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Close to amenities. Corton 2.4 miles, Lowestoft 5.3 miles, Great Yarmouth 5.5 miles

Peacefully nestled within 150 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds of the Tydd St Giles Country Club, benefiting from on-site leisure amenities. Situated on the Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire borders just 15 minutes from Kings Lynn and the gateway to North Norfolk, having amazing sandy beach coastline.

Standing detached, boasting open plan and comfortably furnished interior, enjoying views across the smaller lake. There is a private decked seating area simply perfect for alfresco dining and enjoying drinks. The kitchen is well equipped to allow opportunity to prepare all your own meals, and for those wishing to dine out, you have on-site restaurant and plenty of eateries within the surrounding local area.

The park has great facilities (day rates are chargeable by the park and booking strongly advised during school holiday periods) including indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam, celebrated 18 hole golf course, fully equipped gym and the Clubhouse bar and restaurant. The lake is a great spot for a walk or just relax and enjoy the visiting birdlife.

A lovely traditional Norfolk house sitting pretty on a quiet lane, there is much to love about Betty’s Cottage. It had been furnished in traditional style that is very in keeping with its whole ambiance. It offers a lovely open-fire and three bedrooms to accommodate up to six guests making this a great family property. There is also a boat house with a small canoe that guests are welcome to use at their own risk. There is also an indoor heated swimming pool next door, which can be booked for private use by the hour.
There are also lots of wonderful walks across the open countryside, which is reflected in the pretty views from the cottage itself. You really are tucked away here, making Betty’s something of a hidden treasure but don’t be fooled because you are very close to both the beaches and the Broads, making this the perfect choice for guests looking to combine a relaxing break with lots to explore. Just four miles from the seafront, you can be in Mundesley in just eight minutes. Here you will find a lovely coastal village boasting one of the best beaches in the area along with lots of cafes and a handful of shops.
Venture just a little further and you will find yourself taking in Cromer’s famous pier and Edwardian Promenade. Here you will also find a host of traditional seaside attractions, lots of places to eat, drink and shop, a cinema, and a zoo. A little further afield and you can be quayside in Blakeney or Wells-next-the-Sea or exploring the grassy dunes at Winterton-on-Sea. You are also just 12 miles from the heart stunning Norfolk Broads, Wroxham.From here you can join a water tour or hire your own launch. You can also hop on Bure Valley railway and travel across open countryside to the bustling market town of Aylsham. History buffs will find lots to love here too with NT properties and stately homes galore to explore.
There are also numerous local museums and the Thursford Collection with its Christmas Spectacular and Santa’s Magical Journey and the Mucklburgh Collection and North Norfolk Railway too. There is so much nature to be found right on your doorstep but if you do want to venture a little further make time to visit the Sculthorpe and Pensthorpe Nature Reserves, RSPB Cley Marshes and Sheringham Park. And after all that sightseeing you will be delighted to discover that the area is simply packed with great places to eat, many of which serve huge Norfolk portions of home cooked, fresh, seasonal produce. And then you can return to Betty’s where you can be sure of a peaceful night’s sleep. Just lovely.