Leisure Hour

About this property

This property has a veranda overlooking the River Bure, where guests can enjoy an abundance of wildlife and staggering views.. 3 steps to entrance.

All on the

Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: Smart TV, French Doors Leading To Veranda

Kitchen/dining room: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washer Dryer

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Separate Toilet..

Convector heaters (summer) and night storage heaters (winter), electricity by pay and go, gas, bed linen and towels included. Landscaped garden with garden furniture. Veranda with garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples and family bookings only. No children under 12 years old due to the close proximity to the river. This property is waterfront. Barbecues are not allowed in the garden/grounds of this property due to thatched roof.. The property featured on the BBC’s ’Rivers’ programme in 2009. Sitting in approx. one acre of beautifully landscaped, private gardens and enjoying an enviable riverside position, this delightful thatched cottage is ideal for exploring all that the Norfolk Broads and surrounding area have to offer including nearby sandy beaches. Being within walking distance of bustling Wroxham with plenty of shops, restaurants and pubs to choose from, this unique property was featured on the BBC’s ’Rivers’ programme.

Built in the early 20th Century, Leisure Hour is a listed cottage lovingly restored to provide modern comfort whilst staying true to its heritage. It has a pretty veranda where guests can dine al fresco whilst enjoying the abundance of wildlife and staggering views overlooking the River Bure. The property also benefits from a private dyke where guests may moor a single launch if required.

Within easy reach of the coast, for a day at the sea, you will find Sea Palling close by with a wide sandy beach backed by sand dunes or Great Yarmouth offers a more lively atmosphere with its traditional seaside attractions. Nearby is Norwich the region’s capital, where you will find excellent shopping and many historic country houses such as Blickling Hall, Felmingham and Sandringham. Norwich Castle, built in about 1100, offers an excellent day out. Not far from the castle is the tall-spired cathedral, a marvellous example of Norman work. There is much to do in the locality, whatever your interest. Fishing on site in the river and location is ideal for golf. Shops and pubs within walking distance. There is boat hire available locally, a great way to explore the broads and a launch can be moored in the private dyke.

If a two week booking is placed, the housekeeper will contact the guests to arrange to do a 2 hour clean and provide new bed linen.

The use of barbecues is prohibited due to the thatched roof.

Heating Convector heaters (summer), Night storage heaters (winter) - £1 coin operated.

There is a security deposit of £150 to be paid 2 weeks to arrival. Please pay by cheque directly to the owner.

Families or couples only.

No children under 12 years old.

There are steps to the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.