Guests say
Swallowtail Lodge receives glowing praise for its beautiful, tranquil grounds and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful setting, immaculate gardens, and comfortable, well-equipped accommodation. The hosts are frequently described as exceptionally friendly and attentive, often providing thoughtful touches that enhance the stay. The property is ideal for relaxation, wildlife watching, and exploring the Norfolk area. While a few guests note the absence of a traditional cooker and freezer, alternative cooking facilities are provided. Overall, visitors leave feeling refreshed and eager to return, with many describing their experience as one of the best holiday stays they've had.
Multiple reviews specifically mention the spotless condition of the lodge and its grounds, with guests describing the accommodation as clean, tidy, and well-maintained throughout their stay.
The location is widely praised for its peacefulness, beautiful scenery, and proximity to local amenities and attractions. Guests appreciate the tranquil setting and easy access to both countryside and coast.
Guests frequently comment on the comfort of the accommodation, especially the large, comfortable beds and spacious interiors. The relaxing atmosphere and restful environment are repeatedly highlighted.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests enjoying the well-equipped lodge, beautiful gardens, and thoughtful extras. Some mention the lack of a traditional cooker and freezer, but alternative appliances are provided and generally well received.
The hosts are repeatedly commended for their exceptional hospitality and thoughtful gestures, such as providing homemade bread, cakes, and welcome packs. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Welcoming guests to a magical and tranquil haven set in acres of landscaped gardens with a large lake and teaming with wildlife. Be sure to bring your binoculars and fishing rod!. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Microwave, Air Fryer, Fridge
Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with veranda, summer house and garden furniture. 4-acre grounds (shared with owner). Coarse fishing on-site. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced lake in the grounds.. Nestled beside the owners’ home, this truly is a birdwatcher’s paradise with many species of butterfly, wild deer and visiting birds. The field of natural reedbeds, being a rich habitat for the wildlife, where you can spot the visiting otters, bitterns, and water voles. Enjoy a stroll around the lake or simply sit and enjoy the views from your every own private seating veranda or the summer house. The grounds are shared with the owners, who can often be seen tending to the grounds, keeping them tip top condition and looking marvellous. Fishing can be enjoyed from the lake, shared with the resident swans and ducks (fishing in season and with licence). The owners have two friendly - once introduced - rescue dogs called Alfie and Rusty who also share the garden in co-operation with our guests.
Located within the heart of the Norfolk Broads National Park, the small parish of Strumpshaw is located alongside the River Yare, approximately 6 miles from the city of Norwich. Looking to dine out, the local area includes several pubs serving good food, many having riverside gardens, perfect for watching the boats pass-by, and many good take aways, all within a few minutes’ drive. Neighbouring Brundall offers daily boat hire, available from Riverside, train station for visiting Norwich city and other coastal resorts. Its central location allows you to enjoy and explore Norfolk’s amazing coastline and the famous Norfolk Broads National Park and the rspb nature reserve at Strumpshaw Fen. The Fairhaven Gardens at South Walsham makes for a lovely day out. Why not jump on the Bure Valley railway to enjoy a steam train journey? The route takes you to the lovely Georgian market town of Aylsham, where you can jump on and off mid-station at the popular broadland village of Coltishall with its riverside pubs and cafés.
The city of Norwich has a castle, museum, cathedral, historic pubs, great restaurants, two indoor shopping malls and plenty of high street shops to enjoy some retail therapy. Alternatively, the seaside resort of Great Yarmouth, 14 miles away, has a wide sandy beach, pier, amusements, model village, and promenade where rides can be enjoyed on the train or horse drawn carriages. Or why not enjoy a day at the horse or dog races. Remember to bring your golf clubs, courses and driving ranges at Blofield and Sprowston.
Beach 14 miles.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (36)
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John Wardle
We have just returned from our 5 day stay at Swallowtail Lodge, the property is an absolute gem , everything is first class , the property and surroundings are to die for, being an angler I was more than looked after, the pool is outstanding the fishing was excellent, the owner’s Kathy and John were outstanding, nothing was too much trouble, they provided all the information anyone would ever need regarding the local area and beyond, nice welcome touch of Homemade bread and cakes (she even baked some gluten free cakes for my wife) on a personal note they are both amazing and a credit to there profession An ideal location to explore the Broards and Coast lineA visit we that will stay in our memories for a long time **
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Sally Breaden
Beautiful property wonderful gardens. Kathy and John are lovely friendly people. I can no recommend highly enough
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Andrew
Fantastic place to stay me and my wife and harley the dog enjoyed our stay fantastic grounds only advice dont park under tree plenty of other space to park would stay again thank you to very pleasant hosts