The Wild Duck, Heacham

ID: S71344

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets Yes

About this property

Our most unusual property, a converted boat dating back to the 1870s which overlooks Snettisham RSPB reserve, just 200 metres from the beach. The Wild Duck is compact, cosy and well equipped, with three bedrooms. If you are looking for something completely different, intriguing, atmospheric and simply unique, look no further ...

The Wild Duck is no ordinary holiday home. Converted from a boat, the detached accommodation is beautifully presented, romantic and peaceful. Nestling behind the dunes overlooking the Snettisham rspb reserve on one side and with The Wash estuary and beach just 200 metres on the other, you will fall asleep to the sound of the sea and the rustling of the reeds.The interior has been extremely well thought out with one of the bedrooms built into the bow, giving 180 degree views, and children will be delighted with their special room. Nautically themed throughout, The Wild Duck is bright and cheerful, and retains many of it's original features as well as offering some modern comforts and a well-equipped kitchen.

The location of the 'boat' is very close to the coast, but guests still have modern comforts such as free WiFi and television. With elevated sun decks giving the perfect front row seats to the amazing Wash sunsets, you will leave here with memories that will stay with you forever. A truly unique holiday experience.

History of The Wild Duck:

The boat was built in 1878 at West Lynn for George Cresswell, part of the famous Barclays Bank, Gurney family. She has been dry beached on South Beach Heacham since 1923. Now fully refurbished and enhanced whilst still proudly retaining a wealth of character with may original features.

Additional Information

Strictly no smoking.

Due to the property retaining the shape of the original boat hull this does not allow for much hanging space in the bedrooms.

Up to three well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge).

Please note, there is no starter pack (which includes tea, coffee, sugar and milk) or welcome hamper provided at this property.

There is cctv at this property.

Reviews (8)

  • Mr S

    Enjoyed our stay, really nice inside the property and had everything we needed. Very close to the beach

  • The Silver Family

    This is a quirky but charming place. The location, when you ignore the holiday parks on the way in, is amazing. A piece of special. Hares, Deer,Pheasants, Coots and loads of birds. A minute to the sea and RSPB reserve on your doorstep. The accommodation is not luxury but it has a shabby charm I loved . Would I go back..... Absolutely.

  • The Phillips Family

    Really enjoyed our stay at The Wild Duck. Couldn't fault the accommodation. Beautifully clean, well equipped, warm and welcoming. The mix of vintage trawler/beach hut kitsch was a real winner for us. The natural slope of the original boat hull made for some interesting entries into the living area - until we got our 'sea legs' and the hallway is a little cluttered but the decent size 'cabins, comfortable living area and well equipped kitchen more than make up for any slight inconvenience in negotiating the passage to the bedrooms. The weather was not good enough to make use of the two beautiful outside deck areas but I suspect that they would be truly beautiful on a warm Summer evening. The surrounding area was stunning. A short stroll to the sand dunes and a mosey along Heacham Beach was a daily joy. A fabulous circular walk from the door, through the nature reserve and back along the beach were just lovely. The perfect hideaway from a rather stressful world, Already working out when we can revisit.

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