Guests say
Ripples is a well-regarded cottage praised for its cleanliness, superb location by the water, and updated property standards. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting and the convenience of local amenities, despite some finding the furniture mismatched and the shower access tight. It's a recommended retreat for relaxation and enjoying the Norfolk area.
Guests consistently commend the cottage for its spotless condition, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to water, although some guests noted it was slightly further from local attractions than expected, which could be a consideration for those with limited mobility.
While many guests found the cottage comfortable, there were remarks about the mismatched and less comfortable furniture, and the tight shower space, suggesting room for improvement in overall comfort.
The property is well-equipped and updated, with a few minor niggles such as a small shower entrance and a lack of certain kitchen utensils or an airer for drying clothes.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Ripples is ideal for those relaxing evenings on the veranda that holidays are made of. Here you have the bonus of river life to entertain you.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Decked verandah with steps down to gravelled garden with garden furniture. Coarse fishing. Mooring (foc). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river access from the verandah.. Set on a quiet waterway leading to the River Bure in the popular village of Horning, is this delightful south facing property. The middle cottage of a row of three it has a verandah with steps down to a gravelled waterside garden and moorings. From here lots of boating activity can be watched and nearby Wroxham, the Broadland ‘capital’, offers boat hire. Norwich with its cathedral, castle, museums, theatre and fine shopping is 7 miles. Steam railway, nature trails, craft centres and golf locally. Sandy beaches 10 miles. Horning boasts an indoor swimming pool and fitness centre, shops and riverside inns serving food.
Free WiFi
This property may be considered unsuitable for the less mobile.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Nearby points of interest
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Barns
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Norfolk Broads
- University of East Anglia (UEA)
Reviews (13)
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Confirmed Guest
Been to ripples before and we had a lovely week as the weather was really good which made our holiday very relaxing.The property has been updated to a good standard. We will be thinking about booking again next year.
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Stephen Salisbury
We found our break at ripplesJust what needed. It allowed us to recharge our batteries.
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Stephen Tappin
You had to take your life in your hands to get in the shower as a very small gap to get in. Very odd shaped rooms with very mis matched furniture that are not the most comfortable . The price we had to pay was very disappointed in the accommodation. On a positive can't fault the cleanliness.