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Exterior
Exterior detail
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages

Very dog welcoming property all on one level. Enclosed garden and field views. Plenty of peaceful walks from the door. Ideal for reactive dogs, birdwatchers, wildlife lovers and walkers.

Lounge/kitchen
This is a high ceilinged, generous sized room with amazing inglenook fireplace, lots of interesting art and decorations, comfy sofas and a coffee table. There is a flat-screen smart TV, portable radio, bookshelves and very neatly fitted kitchen including oven, hob, microwave and fridge with plenty of storage space. Off this is the....

Bedroom
Double bed, hanging space and window seat. Beside the bedroom is the ensuite shower room with toilet, sink, chair and hanging space.

Conservatory
This generous and light-filled room has a sofa, coffee table, table and chairs. The conservatory is fully fitted with blinds to ensure privacy. French doors open out onto the spacious lawn of the private garden - a lovely place to sit and enjoy the sunlight and peace.
Parking
Off-road parking is on the shared driveway from which guests can access their private garden through the picket gate. There is a path leading to the conservatory access door.

Outside
There is seating on the lawn to enjoy the views across the fields and the peace and quiet on a sunny day (south-facing) plus an additional secluded seating area next to the conservatory. The fencing between the drive and the garden is 5ft reed panels and this extends to the back of the house giving you a good level of privacy from the owners' section of the house. The wall along the front, with the metal gate in, is approximately 3ft high.

The fields opposite are wonderful to watch the sun and the running hares and deer that occasionally cross the fields.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this cottage is in a rural area. Happisburgh Lighthouse and How Hill Trust are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Broads and Hickling Broad. East Ruston Old Vicarage and The Museum of the Broads are also worth visiting.
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Norwich, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
  • BeWILDerwood - 13 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Cromer Beach - 27 min drive - 29.3 km
  • University of East Anglia - 31 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Hoveton and Wroxham Station - 14 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The White Swan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Broadlands Fish And Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carmel’s Cafe Bacton - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Swan Inn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages on 8 May 2026 start from AU$243, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Norfolk Broads, Stalham Firehouse Museum and East Ruston Old Vicarage. The Museum of the Broads is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful place to stay in a beautiful location..

Fantastic hosts who made us feel very welcome and made our stay one we will remember. Great location in a beautiful part of the country.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Restful and comfortable

We had a very restful stay at Badger's Retreat. Friendly and attentive hosts, generous welcome pack, and the property was warm and comfortable. Garden perfect for small dogs, and loads of really super walks from the door.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great little place

Lovely little retreat perfect for 2 and very dog friendly. Perfect location and very welcoming hosts
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great week away

Very nice cottage to stay in with all the things we need and a great location for us to head out around Norfolk or just enjoy the wildlife.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for short stay

Property is clean, fresh and airy.... Owners very friendly and welcoming. Lovely secure garden suitable for dogs to explore. Great walks on the doorstep. Beach is only short drive away.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely short break

Very glad we found badgers retreat. Owners really lovely and cottage comfortable. Very dog friendly indeed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Badger's Retreat

Lovely comfortable accommodation, owners very friendly and welcoming. Extremely dog friendly. Great area for walking and getting to beaches.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Badgers Retreat

Quiet location, nice and relaxing but also close to local amenities. Accommodation comfy and very clean. Nice to have enclosed garden for dog.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely place for a relaxing break

It is a beautiful cottage and the owners are so lovely. We had a really peaceful and relaxing time. Would love to go back at some point!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely peaceful holiday cottage

A lovely week away. A quiet and peaceful location to escape to. Close to beaches and cafes etc. The dogs were made welcome along with us. Highly recommended as a delightful escape to the countryside and still close to the coast.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great return visit

Our second visit to Badger's retreat and as good as the last one. Such lovely hosts, making us feel so welcome. AND yet again we had fantastic weather.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

william l.

A Week In Heavan.

Very good to wind down and plenty of nice walks. The surrounding area is great and we had good weather. The cottage was w arm and clean and very dog friendly, we think our dogs enjoyed it as much as us. hoping for a return next year or a longer stay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

A Super Break

Thank-you Terri and East Ruston Cottages for fitting us in at the last minute. We particularly love the secure garden!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A very relaxing week.

We’ve stayed at Badgers Retreat previously, so knew that we’d enjoy another week here. We don’t go far, walks on Weavers Way and trips to the local beaches followed by snoozing in the conservatory (not just the dogs!). Terri and Richard are great hosts, they keep the place clean and tidy and the garden is great for our dogs.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kenny M.

Relaxing break

Enjoyable week in this comfortable property. Had everything you need for humans and dogs! Lovely welcome from owners. Very relaxing
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Wonderful Short Break

We had a lovely few day staying at Badger's Retreat. The owner Terri met us on arrival and showed us around the property. We were very grateful for the welcome pack and the cottage was perfect for two people and two dogs, we were very comfortable. The location was great for us as there are plenty of walks from the door and lots of lovely beaches a short drive away. We would definitely recommend and return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

100

My 7th 2 week stay at Badgers retreat. Excellent location lovely secure garden. Excellent hosts Richard and Terrie. Love it didn’t want to leave.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Place

The hosts are absolutely wonderful and the cottage is so very very special. Terrie and Richard were so friendly and helpful and we were blown away by all the thought and design that went into the cottage. It was perfectly situated for our reactive dog, with lovely walks and near to beaches and has a beautiful garden where our dog could run around safely in. Badgers retreat is a slice of heaven and we cannot recommend it highly enough.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

best zoomie garden

stitch, popeye and dot had the best week zooming around the lovely garden and meeting the wonderful owners! brilliant welcome pack with doggo snacks and hooman snacks too we all had a lovely time regardless of the rain
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Worth a visit

Lovely welcome . Everywhere smelt fresh ......cottage is equipped with all you need to enjoy your stay. Very comfy sofas, which the dogs are allowed on(put throws down) The garden was perfect for my two small dogs....fully enclosed, lots for them to explore safely. Nearby Weavers Way for lovely walks. Short drive to the beach.....
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Location

We really enjoyed our stay at Badgers Retreat. Perfect location for easy travelling to all nearby coastal resorts. The Cottage is lovely.. met all our requirements for a short stay break. Fabulous garden.. very secure so our Jack Russell couldn't escape. Terri & Richard (Owners) are very lovely people. So friendly and helpful. Cottage was well equipped with everything needed and a lovely Welcome Pack provided too. We would definitely stay here again .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Firework Free Getaway

Great cosy cottage, just the right size for two. Very comfortable and compact, well equipped and a lovely secure garden for our dogs. Within easy reach of the beaches and woods and Weavers Way almost on the doorstep so plenty of choice for walks. Best of all no fireworks nearby to upset our older dog so we all had relaxed evenings throughout the week. Hosts Terri and Richard were most welcoming and the thoughtful welcome pack was much appreciated.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Badgers Retreat Norfolk

Lovely quaint cottage with beautiful secure garden for our dog. Terri & Richard were very welcoming & friendly. The property had everything needed and the welcome food pack for hoomans & doggy treats was lovely. The area was very quiet but was further away from anything than expected for us, a good 30 minute walk to village & pub. Great for a very peaceful getaway
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ginny L.

A little slice of Heaven

We had a delightful long weekend at Badger's Retreat. We had rain and sun in equal measure but were able to enjoy the peace and quiet of the garden and surrounding area. The road going past it has about one car a day. The Weavers Way is 5 minutes walk away and the beautiful beaches a short drive away. We walked to the Swan in Stalham which was very good and also went to Smallsticks and Poppylands cafes which were excellent. When it rained it was cosy to sit and read in the conservatory. The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped. The fully enclosed garden was enjoyed by my spaniel too. We loved it and cant wait to return. Ginny and Willow
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tessa L.

Short and Sweet Weekend Break

We had a wonderful short stay. The dogs absolutely loved it. I've never stayed anywhere where I felt like we were more welcomed and accepted from the dog treats to the cage to the throws and more. Despite the heavy rain all weekend, we had a number of adventures and enjoyed listening to the rain on the conservatory roof. Thank you!

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