Guests say
Church Cottage in Catfield, Norfolk, is praised for its comfortable, well-equipped interiors and tranquil, wildlife-friendly garden. Its peaceful location offers easy access to local attractions, making it ideal for a relaxing stay. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere, the well-stocked kitchen, and the garden's appeal to both children and pets.
The cottage is generally described as clean, with well-equipped kitchen facilities. However, a few reviews mention a smell of sour milk in the fridge area and a strong damp smell throughout the property, which suggests room for improvement in this category.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility and easy access to local attractions, including the Norfolk Broads and the coast. The peaceful setting opposite a church and the proximity to nature trails contribute to its high score.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with cosy beds and a relaxing atmosphere. However, some concerns about the steep staircase to one bedroom and the interlinked bedroom arrangement slightly lower the score.
The property is well-stocked and equipped, with a good kitchen and garden facilities. However, issues with dampness, heating, and maintenance of certain areas, such as the steep staircase and the presence of mould, indicate a need for attention to facilities and maintenance.
While guests mention a welcome pack, there is insufficient information to determine the consistency or quality of thoughtful gestures such as gifts. Therefore, it cannot be guaranteed that such amenities will be provided.
About this property
Beautiful thatched cottage within a stones throw of the Norfolk Broads and the sandy beaches of the east coast.
Church Cottage is a picturesque cottage nestling in the quaint village of Catfield which is perfectly placed for a holiday exploring the Norfolk Broads. Families can relax and unwind in this quaint cottage which is full of character and charm. There is a garden for the little ones to run off steam. Conveniently located north of Barton Broad and just south of Hickling Broad there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy all this area has to offer. Take a boat out for a day or two and relax whilst you bask in fresh air and beautiful scenery. Head upstream along the 'Ant' from Ludham and stop off at How Hill to stretch your legs or have a picnic, or cruise a little further to Sutton and visit the Museum of the Broads which is accessible by boat or road. At Hickling there are plenty of opportunities to bird watch or walk. The beautiful beaches of the east coast are only a stones throw away and well worth a visit if you like sandcastle building or splashing about in the waves, Seals are often spotted bobbing about off the coastline in this area.
Size: Sleeps 7, 4 Bedrooms
Nearest beach: 6 miles
Will consider: Short Breaks
Access: Car advised
Nearest amenities: 0.5 miles
Family friendly? Yes
Pets: Two well behaved dogs welcome at this property, please see our booking terms regarding pets
Smoking: This property is non smoking
Luxuries: TV, DVD Player, CD hi-fi
General: Oil fired central heating
Standard: Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities: Electric cooker and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer
Rooms: Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Bathroom, 4 Bedrooms
Beds: 2 Double, 2 Single (one with pull out same level bed which can be booked upon request)
Other: Towels. Books and games. Radio. WiFi.
Outdoors: Fully enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture.
Mobile phone signal: Strong
Notes: Bedroom 4 is separate from the other bedrooms and is accessed via its own staircase. A cot without linen is provided. Due to the property being thatched no barbecues, fireworks or candles are allowed.
Good Housekeeping Deposit: Please note that a refundable deposit of £150 is required for this property
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Wroxham Barns
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Norfolk Broads
- University of East Anglia (UEA)
Reviews (19)
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Mr Webb
Spiders and flies in downstairs could do with flie screen at main door
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Mrs Plant
We had been warned in advance of our stay that the oil central heating was not working and had received a discount on our rental price for this reason. As such we were expecting the property to be cold on arrival, which was not a problem, but we were not expecting the rather damp atmosphere of the cottage, despite there having been a lot of dry weather during the previous weeks and during our stay. We had a couple of electric fan heaters with us and they were definitely needed to dispel the cold and damp. The woodburning stove was very difficult to light, despite following the detailed instructions provided. After three separate attempts, we gave up. There are plenty of logs on the property, but even those which were stored inside were damp and unable to catch fire. As a consequence it was quite difficult to warm the long lounge/dining room area on a cool evening. There did seem to be plenty of radiators in the property, so other users may not experience these problems when the central heating is working, and we did have plenty of hot water by using the separate immersion heater. The separate double bedroom which is accessed from the kitchen has an extremely steep stairway, and the access door is very small in height. Two adults who attempted to access this bedroom banged their heads quite severely on the top of the access doorway. The series of bedrooms on the first floor are interlinked as explained in the cottage description. Note that all of the doors on the bedrooms have latches and it can be quite disturbing for other sleepers when unlatching the doors to get to the downstairs bathroom during the night. In theory, the cottage can sleep at least 6 persons, but accessing the separate double bedroom is very difficult for the average height adult, and we found the lack of a toilet/bathroom on the first floor to be fairly disruptive. The cottage was generally well equipped, with provision of the basics such as condiments, toilet roll, soap etc, which were sufficient for our week's stay. The wi-fi worked well, and the TV has access to the usual streaming platforms. The cottage itself is in a lovely location opposite the church, and the garden is very pleasant. The general area is also very peaceful, being just outside the main village of Catfield. Although there is a school located nearby, there was no sense of school traffic or pedestrians etc. At the end of the churchyard there is access to a delightful path through a small wood, which leads on to several public footpaths in the surrounding countryside. Overall, nothing about the cottage became a deal breaker for us, and its quiet, country location was very much appreciated, almost idyllic. We enjoyed our stay, and we knew beforehand about the bedroom arrangements and lack of first floor toilet etc, but just not sure if we would stay there again because of that.
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Mr Aspin
We left our review in the visitors book.