Guests say
Heron's View is a much-loved riverside cottage in Norwich, praised for its peaceful setting, beautiful views of the River Yare, and homely atmosphere. Guests consistently highlight the immaculate cleanliness, excellent facilities, and the comfort of the accommodation. The location is ideal for relaxation, fishing, and watching boats and wildlife, with convenient access to local amenities. Many guests return year after year, appreciating the attention to detail and the welcoming environment. The property is highly recommended for those seeking a tranquil and well-equipped holiday retreat.
Multiple reviews mention the cottage as always clean, tidy, and immaculate, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The riverside setting, peaceful atmosphere, and proximity to local shops, pubs, and transport links are frequently praised, making the location a standout feature.
Guests repeatedly describe the cottage as comfortable, homely, and relaxing, with many referring to it as a 'home from home' and noting the quality of furnishings.
Reviews consistently state that the property is extremely well-equipped, with everything needed for a stay, including fishing amenities and thoughtful extras. Maintenance is also praised.
Guests frequently mention the owners' attention to detail and thoughtful touches, such as a landline with an honesty box. While gifts are not specifically mentioned, the overall sense of care is highly appreciated, though any gifts cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
Water front, detached timber lodge, fishing from the riverbank, boat hire locally, Norwich or Wroxham. Great Yarmouth and Norwich easily reached by train..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, Sky, Netflix, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Air Fryer, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Small lawned garden with decked verandah, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden and unfenced river frontage.. Heron’s View is situated on the water’s edge of the River Yare, a superb position for observing water life. The holiday cottage is a detached timber property which provides ideal accommodation for anytime of year, it has a decked verandah and 38ft of private river frontage with mooring, ideal for relaxing and watching the boats go by. Fishing is available from the riverbank (seasonal, licence required) with many options of fish to be caught. Explore more of the waterways by hiring a boat for the day. A two man sit on fishing kayak and fishing dinghy/rowboat is provided for guests with life jackets provided. Norfolk has many local attractions nearby to make your stay memorable. There is a landline telephone for guests to use. The railway station is just ¼-mile away with a train service into Great Yarmouth and Norwich. Beach 12 miles. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = C
There is open water in the property grounds.
Nearby points of interest
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Wroxham Barns
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Norfolk Broads
- University of East Anglia (UEA)
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely setting,easy to catch the bus into Norwich.Good pub at the end of the road & a lovely Indian in the village.Cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay& for fishermen plenty of fish.
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JANICE DENNIS
This is our 8th time we have been to Herons View, we go again in September, lovely clean and cosy accommodation, lovely views of the river and boats , very quiet and relaxing , home from home
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ELAINE WRIGHT
Heron’s View is a super cottage, home from home, everything you need, even a landline with an honesty box, the phone signal isn’t very good. It was perfect for us - rest and relaxation and of course the view of the river. Watching the world go by, boats and more boats and all the wildlife. We would recommend Heron’s View.