Guests say
Elm Barn View receives glowing feedback for its peaceful countryside setting, beautiful views, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently praise the comfort and cleanliness of the cottage, the well-equipped facilities, and the relaxing conservatory overlooking the gardens and wildlife. The location is ideal for exploring the Norfolk Broads, coast, and Norwich, with easy access to walks and local attractions. While a few mention the décor could be updated, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Cleanliness is frequently highlighted, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, fresh-smelling, and well-maintained. Only one or two minor mentions of dated décor, but no complaints about cleanliness itself.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, scenic views, and proximity to the Broads, coast, and Norwich. Guests appreciate the peaceful rural setting, though some note a car is necessary due to limited village amenities.
Guests find the cottage cosy, warm, and comfortable, with particular mention of comfy beds and relaxing living areas. A few note the memory foam mattress may not suit everyone, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
Facilities are described as excellent, with well-equipped kitchen, WiFi, central heating, and a delightful conservatory. Some minor suggestions for updating the kitchen, but guests generally find everything they need for a pleasant stay.
Hosts are repeatedly praised for their friendliness, helpfulness, and local recommendations. Some guests mention thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack with tea, coffee, milk, and biscuits, but please note these gifts are not guaranteed.
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 (41)
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Confirmed Guest
Elm View Cottage was very comfortable, modern and spotlessly clean. It had everything we needed and the welcome pack of tea, coffee, milk and delicious chocolate chip cookies was a very kind gesture from the owner. We had a very peaceful stay, the chickens were very entertaining! I would highly recommend
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage kitchen area could do with updating but other than that it’s in a beautiful location and the conservatory is the cherry on the cake looking out over farmland and the owners garden. The local amenities are a village pub, but the local area provides everything one would need. Really enjoyed our stay at Elm Barn View.
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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!