Guests say
Ferry Cottage receives high praise for its peaceful riverside location, spacious and comfortable interiors, and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, modern amenities, and easy access to local attractions and boat hire. The cottage is described as clean and ideal for a relaxing break, with many visitors returning for multiple stays. Some minor comments mention the outside garden being a little unkempt and a lack of written instructions for appliances, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and well maintained, with only one minor mention of the exterior being scruffy, but interiors consistently praised.
The riverside setting, countryside views, and proximity to wildlife, boat hire, and local amenities are repeatedly praised, making the location a standout feature.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable, warm, and spacious, with particular mention of cosy beds and relaxing surroundings, suitable even in winter.
The property is noted for being well equipped, with a fully stocked kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher, and ample parking. A minor point was raised about missing written instructions for appliances.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This stylish and modern waterfront property has its own private mooring and superb views over the river and wildlife nature reserve..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Decking
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Catering available on request. Decked area with outdoor furniture. Fishing on-site. Mooring available on request. Private parking for 1 car; additional parking approx 85 yards away. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river in the grounds. This property has a security deposit of £150.. All properties: Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Catering available on request. Fishing on-site. Mooring available on request. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river in the grounds.. Enjoying a beautiful waterfront location, these two holiday properties have their own private mooring and superb views over the River Thurne and a National Trust wildlife reserve (which featured in the BBC1 TV series Secret Britain. Heigham View (ref: cbbh), one of a pair, has a games room with full size snooker and table tennis tables and offers spacious accommodation for larger groups, as well as a first floor balcony where guests can take in the abundant birdlife. Heigham View additionally has the benefit of a second sitting room/games room with 65in 3D TV with blue-ray/DVD and surround sound. Ferry Cottage (ref: cbbj) is a detached, two-bedroomed property with rooms all on the ground floor. All offer the very best in waterside living and gourmet catering is available on request. For the fisherman, this part of the Broads offers some of the best coarse fishing anywhere in the UK (fishing licence required). For the nature enthusiast, everything is on the doorstep - walking and cycling can be enjoyed along a network of quiet lanes and the river and the Broads can be explored by boat, which can be hired directly from the owner. Winterton-on-Sea is a short drive away with its wonderful sandy beach and dunes. This is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the north beach is home to a colony of grey seals.
The Bewilderwood Outdoor Adventure Park at Horning offers treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges and more - all adding up to a great day out for children. The fine city of Norwich with its cathedrals, castle, museums, theatre and vast array of cafes and shops is half an hour away. 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. Horsey Wind Pump is only 3 miles away (and a good destination for a boat trip).
For a special meal or family celebration a gourmet meal can be arranged with the owner. There are shops and pubs in the village 1 mile away.
Free WiFi
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
A fishing licence is required.
There is a security deposit of £150. Please contact the owner 2 weeks prior to arrival, during office hours to arrange payment.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (13)
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Irene Slight
Lovely cottage. Very spacious and comfortable..Beatiful outlook. The only small criticism is the surrounding garden area which is a bit unkempt. I would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage.
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Tim Coulson
Absolutely amazing accommodation in a perfect location for exploring Norfolk. 15min drive from glorious beaches with basking seals and stunning seas. Two doors down from a Martham boat hire where you can take out a boat for picnics on the broads or pub lunches at two different spots as well as catching glimpses of the wildlife, grey herons, marsh harriers, buzzards, swallow tailed butterflies and bitterns as well as swans, ducks, grebes and dragon flies. The deck onto the river was a perfect launch point for our kayaks and SUPs as well as a great spot to watch the sunset on an evening with a glass of wine. The cottage itself has everything you could need with all cooking and dining utensils covered and a washing machine and dishwasher too. Bedrooms are huge and have plenty of storage and the en suite shower rooms are great with high water pressure and instant hot water. Ample parking out front for two cars right at the front door so you don't have to carry your gear far. Plenty of walks around and Potter Heigham is a 30min walk along the river bank with a good pub, cafes, another boat hire place and a general store with a good stock of food if you need to top up your supplies. The only downside is having to leave at the end of our stay. We will definitely be back.
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Confirmed Guest
Scruffy outside but clean, well furnished and spacious inside. We enjoyed the open views across fields front and back. There is a washing machine and dishwasher in the sensibly organised kitchen area. BUT we did not find the usual Cottage written information about local services and eateries etc - nor instructions about using the washing machine etc.