Pixies Wood Cottage
ID: S1312753
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 3
Guests say
Pixies Wood Cottage is a charming, peaceful retreat in the countryside, highly praised for its tranquil setting, secure dog-friendly garden, and excellent walking opportunities straight from the door. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. The location is ideal for exploring the Broads, local beaches, and nearby amenities, including a welcoming pub. While the steep stairs and lack of an upstairs bathroom may pose challenges for those with mobility issues, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with friendly and helpful hosts contributing to a memorable stay.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean and tidy, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness. This consistent praise supports a high score.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, quiet, and ideal for exploring the Broads, beaches, and local walks. Guests appreciate the rural views and proximity to amenities.
Guests find the beds very comfortable and the cottage cosy and warm. The main negative is the steep staircase, which may not suit those with mobility issues, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a secure garden and good kitchen facilities. Some guests mention minimal kitchen accessories, lack of upstairs sockets and mirrors, and the absence of an upstairs bathroom, but most needs are met.
Hosts are described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, checking in to ensure guests are settled. While no gifts are mentioned, the provision of local information and care in renovation are noted. Please note that specific gestures or gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
A nature lovers delight! This lovely cottage boasts an idyllic location abundant with birds and wildlife..
Lower Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Ground Floor:
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Accessed Via Bedroom 1).
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a dyke at the end of the garden.. This detached property enjoys a beautiful location with uninterrupted views across the meadows where the river winds through, ideal for spotting the abundant birds and wildlife. Surrounded by its wrap around garden, completely nestled amongst woodlands and marshland. This idyllic location is a paradise for nature lovers, so be sure to bring sensible footwear and binoculars. The owners have also thoughtfully provided hairdryers.
The pretty conservation village of Ludham, 4 minutes’ drive, with a post office, shop, pub, tearoom and good butcher. There are so many eateries and riverside pubs to enjoy in the area. Womack Water, Potter Heigham, Horning and Wroxham all offer opportunity for daily boat hire, tuition and hire of paddle boarding, kayaking and canoeing. You will find wide sandy beaches backed by dunes at Hemsby, Winterton on Sea and Sea Palling, along with Great Yarmouth, with its funfair and traditional seaside amusements. Excellent location for walkers and cyclists where you can enjoy nearby trails and footpaths that surround you.
For the children there is nearby Bewilderwood Adventure Park and Roar Dinosaur Park. Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads National Park, 11 minutes’ drive, with riverside restaurants, supermarket, shops, daily boat hire and river trips to enjoy and Wroxham Barns. The riverside village of Horning has a 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. 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 includes Felbrigg Hall, the beautifully landscaped Sheringham Park and the magnificent Blickling Hall. Beach 10 miles.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
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Suitable for up to 3 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (20)
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Ian Fletcher
A great place to stay if you like a quiet, restful holiday. Lots of wildlife to see and great for walking the dog straight from the cottage. We can recommend the cottage for a peaceful break. Definitely worth a repeat booking!
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Confirmed Guest
Loverly location very peaceful, very dog friendly garden. Loverly local pub. Within walking distance. Local butcher in village And another pub and local shop. . Nice beaches nearby and lots to see and do in the area . Highly recommend pixies wood .
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Confirmed Guest
Would of scored better but no toilet upstairs the location is very good and the amenities are very good stairs are very steep but overall a lovely little cottage