Delightful cottage at the heart of the Norfolk Broads, sleeps 4, dog friendly

Old Lion Cottage is a cosy cottage in a very quiet location in the picturesque village of Thurne, in the heart of the Norfolk Broads National Park. Dating from the mid 19th century, the cottage oozes country charm and is part of a small terraced row of similar cottages with views out over open countryside to the front and rear. The location is ideal for exploring the Broads, with bird watching, cycling, fishing and excellent walks all on the door step and the beautiful sandy beaches of the Norfolk coast are only a short drive away. There is a good pub within 250 yards, the Lion Inn, that offers meals and a wide range of beers, wines and spirits.
The cottage has been sympathetically restored and is well-equipped and comfortable, ideal for a relaxing self catering holiday and your dogs can come too*. Modern amenities include a well equipped kitchen, a cosy sitting room with a wood burner for chilly nights, central heating plus wi-fi internet. The two bedrooms are comfortably furnished and provide wonderful views over fields at the front and overlooking the garden and the marshes to the rear of the property. The fully fenced garden includes two furnished patio areas with a BBQ and two areas laid to lawn. At the rear of the property there is gated access to an off-road parking space.


Ground floor:

Comfortably furnished living room with 2 sofas, coffee table, wood burning stove, TV, DVD player with selection of DVD’s, CD/radio/iPod dock, books, games, dining area with table and chairs to seat 4.

Kitchen with electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and table and chairs to seat 2.

First floor:

Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed

Bedroom 2 with twin beds

Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

- Garden: Enclosed garden with lawn, patio area with garden furniture and BBQ.

- Parking: Designated parking for one vehicle.

- Heating: O.F.C.H. and wood burner, starter pack of fuel included. On demand hot water.

- Also Provided: All household linens and towels. Welcome pack. Wi-Fi Internet.

NOTES:

1. One or two small/medium well-behaved dogs welcome subject to our booking policy regarding pets - please see our rental terms & conditions for details.

2. This is a non smoking property.

3. Security Deposit £150 (refundable within 7 days subject to booking terms and conditions).

4. The neighbouring cottage has a pedestrian right of access across the garden.

5. Mobile reception - variable.


Thurne is a pretty conservation village set in the Broads National park and is at the centre of some of the most stunning natural scenery in the Broadland landscape. The village is home to the iconic Thurne drainage mill, staithe, thatched church, small shop (seasonal opening), children’s play area, and pub/restaurant. There are excellent walks right from the doorstep and some outstanding sandy beaches, including the Winterton Dunes Nature Reserve and Horsey are within a 15 minute drive. Norwich with its castle and a huge array of shops and restaurants is only 30 minutes' drive away. Nearby Caister Castle offers an interesting day out and the Hickling Broad marshes and RSPB nature reserve are truly worth a visit. Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden has 130 acres of wildlife and woodland gardens including a private waterway, with daily boat trips from Apr-Oct. For exploring the Broads by boat, there are numerous hire firms locally that offer day-boats with Potter Heigham only a few miles away.
There are shops, bank, post office, butcher, Co-Op and takeaway in Acle (5 miles) and a Tesco supermarket in Stalham.
Norfolk offers an enormous range of attractions and we provide a range of tourist information leaflets in the cottage that cover lots of different and interesting ideas for days out. Norwich is less than 20 miles from the cottage and it offers the full spectrum of historical, cultural, entertainment and shopping facilities that you might expect from a major city.