Guests say
Elm Barn View receives glowing feedback for its peaceful countryside setting, beautiful views, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently praise the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, with the conservatory and garden being particular highlights. The location is ideal for exploring the Norfolk Broads, coast, and Norwich, though a car is recommended due to limited village amenities. Visitors appreciate the relaxing atmosphere and thoughtful local advice from the hosts. Occasional comments mention slightly dated décor, but overall, guests enjoy a restful and memorable stay.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotless, fresh-smelling, and very clean throughout. No negative comments regarding cleanliness were found.
The property is praised for its tranquil rural setting, stunning views, and proximity to the Broads, coast, and Norwich. Guests note the peacefulness and easy access to local attractions, though mention that a car is needed due to limited amenities in the immediate village.
Guests frequently mention the cottage as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with particular appreciation for the beds and relaxing conservatory. A few note the memory foam mattress may not suit everyone, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with reliable heating, WiFi, and streaming services. The conservatory and garden are standout features. Some mention the décor is a little dated, but this does not detract from the overall positive experience.
Hosts are repeatedly described as welcoming, friendly, and helpful, offering local advice and assistance. While guests mention thoughtful touches and hospitality, there is no mention of guaranteed gifts, so any such gestures cannot be assured.
About this property
A cosy cottage to relax in peaceful surroundings with big skies, local wildlife and beautiful views no matter the season.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Sky
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine
Conservatory.
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet, Grab Rail.
Air Source central heating and towels included. Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Electric car charging point. Please note: This property is accessed through the owners’ garden.. Electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Anthony and Helen took over Elm Barn in May 2022 and this cosy, semi-detached cottage, Elm Barn View, is one of two let’s adjoining their home.
This semi-detached cottage has been cleverly converted to offer the perfect holiday location to relax and unwind or explore the many attractions in the area. Adjoining the owners’ home, it is set in the pretty village of Freethorpe with its own local Norfolk pub providing great food and hospitality. Also 3 miles from the riverside inns in the broadland village of Reedham, where boats can be hired and visitors can enjoy a spot of fishing or simply watch the waterborne world go by. The surrounding country lanes are ideal for walking and cycling, and nearby Breydon Water is a paradise for bird watchers. The market town of Acle is 3 miles and Winterton’s glorious beach, with its 6 mile walk offers seal watching. Cromer is famous for its seafood. The cathedral city of Norwich enjoys fine shopping and the rspb reserves are within easy reach. Golf and fishing available locally. Beach 8 miles with seals at horsey. Shop 150 yards, restaurant 3 miles..
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = B
Nearby points of interest
- Norfolk Broads
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Pleasurewood Hills
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- East Anglia Transport Museum
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (38)
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Derek Padgett
Accommodation was comfortable and situated in a pleasant and quiet area of Norfolk. We were fortunate with the weather (too hot at times). Nearby Reedham gave ideal access to trains for visits to Norwich and various towns. The hosts were on site and friendly and accommodating, without being intrusive. My scores above reflect a very satisfactory cottage - I seldom write reviews and NEVER score anything top marks- my personal policy!
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Susan Rodgers
Lovely place. Scenery amazing looking out on fields where there is plenty of wildlife and array of different birds to watch from the conservatory. It was a really relaxing and quiet.
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Susan Alger
Very comfortable cottage. Everything you need for a great holiday. We were unfortunate to have a lots of wet days the week we stayed in Elm Barn View but the cottage is so cosy we stayed in and looked out at the lovely garden and enjoyed the rest. To have the internet, electricity, heating, hot water and Sky TV included in the cost of our stay is very unusual. The lovely conservatory with beautiful views acrossed the fields was a lovely extra