Heath Cottage, Mattishall, Dereham
ID: S175031
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets 3
Guests say
Heath Cottage in Mattishall, Dereham receives high praise for its spacious, beautifully decorated interiors and excellent amenities, including a hot tub and well-equipped kitchen. Guests consistently mention the property’s cleanliness, comfort, and suitability for families and groups. The hosts are frequently described as friendly and helpful, often providing thoughtful touches such as welcome hampers, though these are not guaranteed. The location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions. Minor issues, such as occasional maintenance needs and soundproofing, are noted but do not detract from overwhelmingly positive experiences.
Cleanliness is repeatedly highlighted, with guests describing the property as spotless, very clean, and well-presented. Only rare minor issues are mentioned, such as hot tub water clarity, but these were promptly addressed by the hosts.
The location is praised for its peaceful countryside setting and convenient access to local walks and attractions. Guests appreciate the quiet surroundings and suitability for exploring Norfolk.
Guests find the cottage extremely comfortable, with positive comments on the beds, bedding, and spacious living areas. One review mentions a worn mattress, but this is an isolated concern among otherwise glowing feedback.
Facilities such as the hot tub, table tennis, BBQ, and well-equipped kitchen are frequently enjoyed. Some minor suggestions for improvement include better kitchen knives, more towel rails, and improved door locks, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Many guests mention generous welcome hampers and attentive hosts who go the extra mile. While these thoughtful touches are highly appreciated, it should be noted that gifts such as hampers are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated on the outskirts of Mattishall village, Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended to offer a country escape with a hot tub for up to eight guests.
If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle, Heath Cottage puts you at the heart of the countryside, with plenty of local footpaths and bridleways to explore across acres of fields and farm land. Despite the feeling of being away from it all, the cottage is on the outskirts of the village of Mattishall, and you’re within easy reach of some of Norfolk’s most historic towns, including Dereham and Wymondham. The county town of Norwich is also just a 20-minute drive away.
Inside this semi-detached cottage, you’ll find plenty of room for you to all relax and enjoy your time away. There’s a sitting room with a wood burning stove to keep you cosy in the cooler months, along with a separate snug and a sitting area in the kitchen too. Two of the bedrooms have zip and link beds that can be converted to twin beds if required.
Despite being thoroughly and tastefully renovated, the property has retained many of its period charms, including its wooden beams. The delightful, enclosed garden is accessible from bifold doors in the kitchen. On a sunny day, there’s nothing better than to open the doors fully and enjoy life al fresco on the terrace, complete with hot tub and table tennis, surrounded by the birdsong.
Within an hour's walk of Heath Cottage are the Victoria Inn in Hockering; The Honingham Buck in Honingham; and in the other direction is The Lodge Griddle and Grill in North Tuddenham, all between 2 and 3 miles away.
Additional Information:
Up to three well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Travel cot, High chair and stair gates available on request.
The owner has an annexe that adjoins Heath Cottage.
Nearby points of interest
- University of East Anglia (UEA)
- Banham Zoo
Reviews (68)
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Confirmed Guest
Amazing stay! Great host, beautiful property that was spotlessly clean with everything you could possibly need provided. We are most definitely booking again with Scott and Lee.
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Confirmed Guest
This is our 3rd time back to the cottage. It's in a great location for visiting places of iinterest and rural walks. We booked the cottage for Xmas as there were 7 of us and it has a great entertaining space with a large kitchen and lounge which is open plan. The outside hot tub was great to relax in even in winter. We had a couple of issues with the patio doors and the heating but the owners were always on hand to sort out.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage and great hosts! Perfect for our weekend away, had everything we needed.