28 Oxborough
ID: S37090
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
28 Oxborough is a charming and comfortable cottage in Norfolk, praised for its homely feel, well-equipped kitchen, and lovely garden. Guests appreciate the quiet location, proximity to local attractions, and thoughtful touches like fresh flowers and a welcome pack. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and tidy, with only a few isolated comments about specific areas needing attention. The positive remarks about cleanliness suggest that the property is generally well-maintained.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions like Oxburgh Hall and a welcoming pub. The quiet village setting is appreciated by guests looking for a peaceful retreat.
Guests frequently mention the comfortable beds, sofas, and the cosy atmosphere of the cottage. The property is described as spacious and welcoming, contributing to a comfortable stay.
While the cottage is well-equipped and guests are generally satisfied with the facilities, there are several mentions of minor maintenance issues such as problematic blinds and a lack of instructions for appliances. These issues slightly detract from the overall experience.
Guests often mention thoughtful gestures such as a welcome pack and fresh flowers, which contribute to a warm and inviting atmosphere. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and not all reviews mention them, a score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
This pretty, end-terrace cottage is adjacent to the village green, in the sleepy village of Oxborough. It makes a wonderful little holiday home for families and friends exploring the Norfolk countryside and has lots of charm and character! When you get back from a day exploring the local area, the warm, inviting sitting room, with its charming, traditional furnishings and woodburning stove, is a great place to kick back and relax. The country-style kitchen is compact and has a Belfast sink. In the adjacent room is the dining table where you can plan tomorrow's adventure over dinner. French doors open into an enclosed garden at the back of the property with twin patios, a small lawn and shrubbery.
In the summer, it makes a really relaxing, tranquil spot to enjoy a morning, or lunch and dinner outside. When you don’t feel like cooking, head to The Bedingfeld Arms, the cosy village inn just a five-minute walk away. Visit the National Trust’s Oxborough Hall, a 15th century, moated manor house, and take a look round its glorious gardens. The surrounding countryside is perfect for cycling and walking, with numerous nearby footpaths and trails available along The Brecks, a beautiful area of forestry and heathland with lots of designated picnic spots. Thetford Forest is fab for a day out with the family; cycle or walk through this pretty pine forest, try out the many adventure pursuits on offer, or brave the Go Ape activity centre!
There are many historic market towns nearby including Swaffham, with its Georgian buildings, independent shops, tea rooms, pubs and a vibrant Saturday market. With the coast and several renowned RSPB reserves less than an hour’s drive away, this lovely little holiday cottage is perfect for a break exploring this beautiful region.
A peaceful, pretty village in the heart of Norfolk countryside, with a traditional village green and a cosy local inn. With a mixture of period cottages and houses in the local area, the village is shadowed by the magnificent profile of Oxborough Hall, a 15th century National Trust property. Visitors will delight in the extensive grounds, including the surrounding moat with plentiful fish to view. With such an array of things to see and do in the surrounding area, Oxborough is a wonderful holiday base, all year round.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Electric storage heaters (newly installed in 2023) with woodburning stove - uses Hotties and 4 are supplied per guest as a starter pack with firelighters.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, table top freezer, washing machine, WiFi, TV with Freeview, selection of books, Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
New carpet laid in October '23.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking 20 yards away.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Enclosed garden with two patios and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 5 mins walk
Nearby points of interest
- Oxburgh Hall (National Trust)
- High Lodge Centre
- Dad's Army Museum
Reviews (49)
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Sharon
Some lights not working door handle falling off
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John
It has one bathroom, not two (it does have two toilets). The recommended parking area is not suitable for normal vehicles. The facility is tired and in desperate need of a handyman to sort out the missing lightbulbs, warped toilet door, clean the oven properly, refit the shower so that it is useable as a shower, refit the blinds so that they are the right way round and the mechanisms work and tidy up the nice but overgrown and unkempt garden. The bed linen was nice but a double duvet inside a king size duvet cover was comical. The WIFI worked well. We enjoyed our stay in the area, visited both the Hall and the Bedingfield Arms - which was excellent - but would want to see a substantial improvement in the cottage before recommending it to others.
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Paul David
Few down points are, the bath takes ages to drain while having a shower and this needs sorting out as not nice to stand in water, the kettle needs a good de scale, and the garden table and chairs are very poor and need replacing , what this property needs really is a good deep clean and little jobs doing. Lastly my wife and I stay in cottages at least twice every year and this is the first one where the owners have not even left a pint of milk ? others have left, a bottle of wine, chocs, cakes, bread, eggs, etc, but this felt a bit mean and unwelcoming which is a shame.