Guests say
Nightingale Cottage is highly praised for its peaceful riverside location, lovely views, and well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Guests appreciate the easy access to local attractions and the relaxing atmosphere, often mentioning the wildlife and the convenience of the setting. While most found the property clean and welcoming, a few noted minor maintenance issues and suggested improvements to the welcome pack and information provided. Overall, guests enjoyed their stays and many expressed a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage very clean, especially the bedrooms and bathrooms. A few mentioned areas for improvement, such as carpets needing a deeper clean and some kitchenware requiring attention, but these were minor compared to the overall positive feedback.
The location is frequently highlighted as a major strength, with guests loving the riverside setting, proximity to Wroxham, and easy access to local attractions. The peaceful environment and scenic views are consistently praised.
Guests found the cottage comfortable, with well-equipped bedrooms, plenty of towels, and relaxing spaces both inside and out. Some minor issues, such as the absence of a downstairs loo, were noted but did not detract significantly from overall comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, with guests appreciating the kitchen equipment and amenities. However, some mentioned maintenance issues like a temperamental shower, appliances needing attention, and a lack of clear instructions for certain features.
Several guests appreciated the welcome pack, which sometimes included biscuits, tea, coffee, sugar, and milk, though it was noted that these items are not guaranteed. Some guests felt the pack could be more comprehensive and up-to-date, and suggested improvements to the information provided.
About this property
Ideal for a couple or small family wishing to discover the Norfolk Broads. There is boat hire, fishing or sightseeing in the city of Norwich.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 40" Smart TV, Xbox 360, Games, Electric Fire, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed, Single (2ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Sitting-out area. Small lawned front garden (shared). Fishing on-site (licence required). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: The garden leads to unfenced riverside, 5 yards away.. A perfect, terraced, riverside property with waterside views, situated alongside the River Bure within the heart of Wroxham. The property, which is part of the Peninsula Cottages Development, enjoys a contemporary open-plan living space. This is a perfect haven for fishing enthusiasts with waterside access from the doorstep. French doors lead onto a shared grassed area directly by the water’s edge at the front of the property, and a boat basin at the rear. Should you wish to hire a day or picnic boat for all, or some of your stay, it can be moored in the boat basin by the raised decking area outside of the property. Wroxham is known as the ’Capital of the Norfolk Broads’, with daily boat hire and river trips available to enjoy the expanse of waterways with plenty of shops, waterside restaurants and cafes to enjoy. The train station, model village and Wroxham Barns are located on the edge of town. For a car-free holiday, Wroxham is well served by trains and buses. Norwich city centre with its cathedral, museums, theatre, cafes and shops is 8 miles. Bewilderwood in Horning offers an outdoor tree house adventure with zip wires, jungle bridges and marsh walks. Golf is available at Sprowston golf course, 5 miles away. Beach 12 miles. Shop and restaurant 800 yards, pub 50 yards.
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (19)
-
Rosemary Paterson
Excellent peaceful retreat for a week.
-
John Kemp
Lovely cottage, great position in Wroxham but we missed a downstairs loo. The house was very clean but beware of the duck mess on the lawn which I suppose was to be expected Overall a good choice.
-
Belinda Emberson
Our 3rd holiday at this property. Amazing location. Very clean property. Welcome pack was a lovely touch and very much appreciated. Will definitely be booking again. Highly recommend