If you have never taken a holiday in Norwich, you are in for a real treat! This ancient city has everything including centuries of history, friendly pubs and excellent shops, and staying in one of our cottages to rent gives you the ability to explore every part of it. One of the country’s finest and most well preserved Medieval cities, Norwich is a great choice if you want a city break and few days of fine dining, shopping and culture; or you fancy some adventure exploring the magical Norfolk Broads. To make sure you discover all the best bits of Norwich and get the most out of your holiday, read on below. Read more
Impress your guests with a stay at Hackford Hall. Dating from the 17th Century, this Georgian gem sleeps 28 people in 12 bedrooms and features an indoor swimming pool, gym, games room, and 32 acres of grounds, including a tennis court. It's ideal for your self-catering holiday with friends, family reunion, celebration, or retreat, with lots of space and a flexible layout that suits different activities. The big holiday home is in Norfolk, at the end of a private driveway on the edge of Reepham, with beautiful views and easy access to the countryside.
You can't get more waterfront than this holiday cottage in the Norfolk Broads. Yare Cottage is in Wroxham, with the marina on one side and the River Bure on the other. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is child and pet-friendly. You're close to shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, bike rental and boat hire. There are private fishing rights for anglers and a golf course nearby. Norwich and Great Yarmouth are only half an hour's drive from the self-catering property, giving you excellent access to the best of the Broads in all seasons.
Meadow Brown is a spacious, comfortable and welcoming 3 Bedroom cottage sleeping up to 5 guests located in East Ruston, North Norfolk. The cottage is ideally situated only a short drive from the stunning Norfolk Coast and the beautiful Norfolk Broads, with picturesque walks from the property including access to Weavers Way. Meadow Brown Cottage is a perfect all seasons base to explore the area, with it's tranquil lake setting, guests will enjoy a relaxing holiday with a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by nature. The Cottage is perfect for couples and families, its ground floor Single Bedroom, Shower Room and Toilet means it is also suitable for a guest with reduced mobility.
Providing a warm welcome at any time of the year, Meadow Grove bungalow is the ideal holiday home for guests wanting to explore the unspoilt countryside of Wayland in Norfolk. Sleeping two guests and providing a comfortable living space and outside patio, it is perfect for couples looking for a cosy self-catering base to enjoy this unspoilt area. Located in the market town of Watton, you will find fantastic walking and cycling on your doorstep, with ancient sites, pretty towns and cities and a picturesque Heritage Coastline just a short drive away.
BimbleBox Stable is a light-filled holiday cottage in Reepham, Norfolk, sleeping four in a single-storey converted stable with countryside views. This dog-friendly self-catering accommodation includes a double bedroom with en-suite, a cheerful bunk room, a private hot tub and two patios for outdoor dining. The well-equipped kitchen features a steam oven, air fryer and a large quartz island. Walk across fields to All Day Brewing Company or head 15 minutes on foot into Reepham’s historic market square. With easy access to the North Norfolk coast, Norwich and miles of walking and cycling routes, it’s a relaxed base for couples or families.
"Country Lodge VIP" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. Perfect for unwinding together, this beautifully designed lodge is a haven of peace and comfort for couples or families. With elegant décor and thoughtful touches, it sleeps up to 4 guests with one double and one twin bedroom. The open-plan...
"Brimstone" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. The market town of Stalham, with its high street with a good range of shops and eateries, is a typical North Norfolk town. There is a small market which comes to the town on Tuesdays and a farmers’ market on every other Saturday, as well as...
"Nature's Nook" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. Perfect riverside holiday lodge, ideal for fishing and watching the boats pass by.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV Dining...
"Brandon House Farm Yurt" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Norwich District. Mattishall is a village situated centrally in Norfolk and perfect for exploring the whole county with excellent access to the city, coast and the Broads. The village is located just 13 miles from the centre of the city of Norwich and just four...
"No. 2 Badger Sett-UK44307" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Norwich District. Time seems to stand still as you allow yourself to unwind and let go of any worries or stresses. Take this opportunity to disconnect from the fast-paced world and immerse yourself in this harmonious place.. Ground Floor:...
"The Old Barn" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Norwich District. The coastal village of Walcott rests in the middle of the Norfolk coastline, within easy reach of many coastal villages like Bacton, home to the ruins of Bromholm Priory and Bacton Woods, Happisburgh with its impressive lighthouse, and...
"Suzanne's Beach Hut" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Norwich District. Walcott is a lovely coastal village that sits right in the middle of the Norfolk coastline, with many small and friendly coastal villages nearby; Bacton where the ruins of Bromholm Priory and Bacton Woods can be found, Happisburgh with its...
"8 Royal Chalet Park" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. Mundesley, a charming coastal village in Norfolk, has a variety of amenities, including stores, cafés, a well-liked golf course, a sizable park with playgrounds, a beautiful sandy beach with colourful beach huts, and charming homes, many of...
"The Little House" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Norwich District. The village of Horning is perfectly located for exploring the Norfolk Broads. Set on the River Bure, the village stretches a mile along the banks and enjoys a number of waterside properties, pubs, shops, restaurants and a popular tea room. For...
"The Barn" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Norwich District. Hoveton & Wroxham are twin villages lying either side of the tranquil River Bure in Norfolk, commonly referred to as the “Capital of the Broads” and is the main centre for boating on the Broads. The villages are home to a wide range of...
"Deer View Cottage - UK12757" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. Wonderfully situated and with deer in the surrounding grounds, this charming cottage lies just outside the Broadland village of Salhouse.. 1 step to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living...
"The Cranny" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. Mundesley is a coastal town resting within Norfolk in East Anglia. It houses a selection of shops, cafés, a golf course, a large park with play areas, a sandy beach with brightly coloured beach huts. Within close reach you will find the seaside...
"10 The Dell" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. Mundesley, a charming coastal village in Norfolk, has a variety of amenities, including stores, cafés, a well-liked golf course, a sizable park with playgrounds, a beautiful sandy beach with colourful beach huts, and charming homes, many of...
"Cedar View" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 9 guests in Norwich District. The pretty Norfolk Broadland village of Coltishall is known locally as the ‘Gateway to the Broads’, where, on Coltishall Common, you can find an array of moored boats sitting along the banks of the River Bure. The banks of the River Bure are...
"Riversdale Cottage" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Norwich District. This prestigious detached, riverside holiday property offers excellent waterside accommodation, in a peaceful setting, ideal for families.. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player,...
"Little Garth" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Norwich District. Perfectly sized four bedroomed cottage just a short walk from the wonderful sandy beach, in an ideal location to explore Norfolk’s beautiful coastline, the famous Norfolk Broads National Park and access onto the coastal path.. Ground...
"South Barn" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Norwich District. Welcoming larger families, this impressive luxury barn offers five bedrooms and an enclosed large garden, boasting countryside walks and the seaside closeby.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room:...
"Blofield Cottage - UK48095" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Norwich District. This beautiful cottage boasts bright and spacious interior with wonderful enclosed private rear garden. A stone’s throw away from the Norfolk Broads National Park and its stunning coastline with wide sandy beaches.. All on the Ground...
"Riverside Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Norwich District. A fabulously located property that has riverside living with a touch of style and is the perfect base from which to explore the local Norfolk Broads area.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining...
"3 Birkbeck Way" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Norwich District. The medieval and cultural city of Norwich is the capital of East Anglia. Norwich boasts some of the finest buildings in Britain, with two cathedrals, a Norman castle and several large houses. Elm Hill is one of the oldest streets in Norwich,...
"St Mary's Chapel" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Norwich District. Discover historic charm at St Mary’s Chapel. Recently renovated, this 12th-century gem offers modern comforts for an enchanting stay. Welcome to tranquillity and history.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living...
"Cygnus Boathouse" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Norwich District. South Walsham boasts some of the finest views in Britain and hosts the well-known local broads. The village consists of cobblestones and Tudor houses. Country paths lead around boatyards and along the Fleet Dyke bank, offering views over the...
"The Cartlodge - UKC1039" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Norwich District. This pretty property is perfect for a couple to have a romantic break away exploring the Norfolk Broads and miles of dog-friendly sandy beaches, and enjoy use of a private hot tub.. Ground Floor: Bedroom:...
"Chestnut - UKC4848" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Norwich District. Stylish with complete tranquillity, the perfect place to relax and unwind. Located in the heart of the Norfolk Broads and close to the wonderful sandy beaches, with plenty to do and see.. 5 steps to entrance. All on the Ground...
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City of Stories - Norwich was the first place in England designated as a UNESCO City of Literature, and it is easy to see why this heritage deserves to be protected. Norwich has two universities, and it is also home to the National Centre for Writing. There are lovely independent bookshops like the award-winning Book Hive which is in the Lanes and close to several excellent cafes so you can spend a lazy morning browsing for a new book before enjoying it with coffee.
Medieval Architecture - Did you know that Norwich is the most complete medieval city in Britain? It also held the status as Britain’s most important city outside of London for most of the 1700s due to the wealth it generated from trade and industry. These centuries of prosperity mean that the city’s architecture is beautiful and fascinating, with stunning buildings ranging from the magnificent Norman cathedral to the Medieval Guildhall and houses along Elm Hill, Tudor buildings and a beautiful Georgian Assembly Hall. Don’t miss seeing Norwich Castle, now home to an excellent museum and art gallery. After all of that walking, stop by the Gardeners Arms, locally called The Murderers, which has been serving beer since 1530.
Visitors who want to get under the skin of the city and see a side of it few are lucky enough to see should book a tour underneath the KindaKafe.
Shopping in Norwich - There has been a regular market in Norwich since Saxon times, although it was the Normans who laid out the current market square. Nearly 200 stalls sell everything from flowers to footwear every Monday to Saturday, with a smaller selection of stallholders also operating on Sunday. In addition to the market, Norwich has an excellent variety of independent retailers and High Street shops as well as two shopping centres. The main shopping areas focus around The Lanes, Cathedral Quarter and Magdalene Street, with more shops around Timberhill, Elm Hill, The Royal Arcade and Upper St Giles.
Norwich Attractions - There is lots to do in Norwich. Let off some steam in the Rage Rooms, stroll around the Plantation Garden or take in a show at the Norwich Playhouse, Norwich Theatre Royal or the Puppet Theatre.
Day Trips from Norwich - Although there is more than enough to keep you busy in Norwich, you will not regret making time to explore outside of the city as well. If you are short on time, then a walk or bike ride along the 26-mile Marriott’s Way will showcase the beauty of the countryside between Norwich and the market town of Aylsham.
Those with time at their disposal will love having the opportunity to discover other parts of Norfolk. The Broads National Park is just east of the city, in between Norwich and the seaside resort of Great Yarmouth, and the protected environment is perfect for bird watching, sailing and fishing. Alternatively, head 20 miles north to Cromer for more traditional seaside fun and fantastic local lobster and crab. Golf is a favourite pastime, and there are a dozen golf courses within a 25-minute radius of the city.
Norwich has been welcoming visitors for millennia and remains a fantastic choice for a short break or an extended holiday.
