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ID: S71344
12 reviews
Floorplan
Pets welcome
1 Bathroom
WiFi
Parking
Guests consistently praise The Wild Duck for its charm, cleanliness, and proximity to the beach and nature reserves. The unique and quirky accommodation offers a tranquil escape with beautiful views, wildlife sightings, and a cosy atmosphere. While some mention minor inconveniences, the overall sentiment is one of delight and a desire to return.
Reviewers are pleased with the cleanliness, describing the property as 'beautifully clean' and well-maintained, suggesting a high standard of hygiene and order.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, nature reserves, and stunning views. However, one mention of poor road conditions slightly impacts the perfect score.
Comfort is well-regarded, with guests finding the property cosy and welcoming. The unique layout due to the original boat hull adds character but may require some acclimatisation.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the property being well-equipped. However, a single mention of limited indoor dining options suggests room for improvement.
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
Dating back to the 1870s, The Wild Duck is our most unusual property. A converted boat overlooking Snettisham RSPB reserve, this hideaway is just 200 metres from the beach. Compact, bright, cosy and well equipped, The Wild Duck has three bedrooms (cabins). So, if you are looking for something completely different, intriguing, atmospheric and simply unique, then look no further.
Dating back to the 1870s, The Wild Duck is our most unusual property. A converted boat overlooking Snettisham rspb reserve, this hideaway is just 200 metres from the beach. Compact, bright, cosy and well equipped, The WIld Duck has three bedrooms (cabins). So, if you are looking for something completely different, intriguing, atmospheric and simply unique, then 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.
Heacham has many footpaths to discover, and a great beach side promenade that stretches all the way to the iconic carrstone cliffs of neighbouring Hunstanton. Look out for popular Bordoli's pizza truck that visits the village on a Wednesday evening, and be sure to sample the gooiest of treats from Breakfast and Brownies on the high street. There is also a great antiques shop and cafe to be found next to the Tesco Express. For a larger supermarket, Lidl is located on on the road to Snettisham, and there is a big Tescos in Hunstanton, which also has EV chargers in the car park and a fuel station.
Additional Information:
Three well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge).
Strictly no smoking.
Please bring your own pods for the coffee machine.
There is no starter pack (tea, coffee, sugar and milk) or welcome hamper provided at this property.
There is external cctv at this property.
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