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Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads

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A canal-side property with a brick house, a boat docked on the water, and a small boat in the foreground.
A living room with a staircase, a television, and a view of boats through the glass doors.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchen, and a black leather sofa.
A marina with several boats docked, a large building with a blue roof, and a calm water surface reflecting the sky.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Accommodating 4 guests, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy water views from the patio while engaging in nearby sailing, fishing, and birdwatching activities. Located near a riverfront and a shopping area, it offers easy access to attractions like Wroxham Miniature Worlds and Bure Valley Railway.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Norfolk Broads
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Wroxham, England
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wroxham Miniature Worlds
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Wroxham Broad
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads

Bure Cottage is located in the exclusive Peninsular Marina by the banks of the River Bure at Wroxham, known as the gateway to the Broads. The cosy and comfortable self-catering cottage is south facing with views from the lounge onto the Marina, River Bure and beyond.

The double glazed cottage is suitable for breaks at all times of the year. It sleeps four with beds made up on the morning of arrival. The price includes electricity, heating, hot water, wi-fi and bed linen, towels and everything you would expect from a well-established self-catering cottage.

Enjoy the tranquil lawned waterside frontage from the outside seating area where you can watch swans, geese and ducks going about their daily lives. Herons can also be seen. In the evening, unwind with a bottle of wine while gazing at the wildlife and boating activity on the water.

Fishing is available anywhere on-site during the season. Watch boats chug by, hire your own - or take a river cruise on one of the many trips among Britain's largest protected wetlands. Magical waterways and broads dotted with quaint unspoilt villages, windmills and old riverside pubs to explore. It is a paradise for nature lovers.

The famous 400-year-old Wroxham Bridge and village centre is just a 5 minute stroll away with pubs, restaurants, fish & chips, cafes, a launderette, the famous Roy's superstores, McDonald's and two railway stations. One is on the mainline to Norwich and Yarmouth, and the other is the narrow-gauge Bure Valley steam railway to Aylsham.

There is so much to see and do being close to the beaches of Great Yarmouth and the North Norfolk coast. The historical city of Norwich is just a 30 minute bus ride or a short train ride away. Top attractions include BeWILDerwood, Blickling Estate, Felbrigg Hall, seal spotting at Blakeney Point, Horsey and Winterton, Norwich Castle and Cathedral and many other historical sites.

The newly (2026) refurbished kitchen with modern units and appliances and bathroom with a large walk-in shower cubicle replacing the bath can only enhance the experience of holidaying in this lovely part of the country , with the river on your doorstep and the convenience of being close to Wroxham with all its amenities.

NOTE: Bookings paid through VRBO can only be accepted more than 48-hours before arrival.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11553235
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. How Hill Trust and Toad Hole Cottage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Norfolk Snowsports Club and High Ash Farm. Hoveton Hall Gardens and BeWILDerwood are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Wroxham, England

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wroxham Miniature Worlds - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bure Valley Railway - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wroxham Broad - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • University of East Anglia - 26 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Hoveton and Wroxham Station - 14 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sole and Heel Public House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Walled Garden Shop & Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind Fine Indian Dining - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Racecourse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads?

As of 8 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$908, 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 Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy and comfortable Riverside Cottage in Wroxham, the Gateway to the Broads located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Norfolk Broads and Wroxham Miniature Worlds. Wroxham Broad and Wroxham Barns are also within 3 miles (5 km). Hoveton and Wroxham Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Very clean and comfortable. Ideal location. Would definitely return here if visiting this area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was smooth.the house was lovely and clean ,beds comfy,enough kitchen equipment, short stroll into wroxham. We would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

Lovely location & lots of wild birds to see from the back door
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous waterfront cottage!

This lovely little cottage was the perfect weekend away! The house is right on the water front so the geese greet you every morning and it is very central and within walking distance of all amenities- we will definitely be returning! Beautiful views!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

As the owner says it needs some updating . The creaky stairs started to iritate. However clean and homely with lovely riverside seating outside. Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wroxham broads

Nice welcome gift from manager, when there was a break down of wi fi, he went out of his way too get it sorted, nice location, property could do with a paint, and abit more modern touch, bed very comfy and sheets very fresh
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location

Ask for a reduction

Property in need of work. Decoration , furnishing and plumbing re. toilet / bathroom Apologetic email explaining, day before arrival a lot more use if included in the listing. OR Dont rent until sorted new carpets, curtains, blinds, seating ,plumbing etc
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
Thank you for your review and we are sorry that you feel this way. The cottage has been run as a very successful holiday let for over 14 years and during that time has undergone various levels of refurbishment and updates, we understand the last being 2-3 years ago when the carpets, curtains, beds and sofas were replaced. As it is a much used holiday let there will inevitably be an amount of wear and tear but this is mainly cosmetic and we feel doesn’t impact on the fact it is comfortable, clean and homely accommodation in a lovely location. We took over ownership at the end of April and due to its popularity and regular use we have been unable to carry out the refurbishments we had hoped to but I can assure you this will happen in due course.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice property in great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pike fishing

The property is ideally located for fishing access although the owners boat could have been better located away from the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, welcoming retreat

We received a warm welcome at Bure Cottage with the host leaving an extensive welcome pack including a bottle of Prosecco in the fridge! The setting was perfect with marina views from every window. A short walk to the local shops, restaurants, pubs and day boat hire just round the corner I’d recommend a stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful short break

Easy to book, property clean and as described. Lovely touch of a bottle of Prosecco in the fridge plus chocolate and biscuits. A little challenging to actually find how to get through the barrier and where to park as there was no reception but after that all good and it is only a few minutes walk to the bridge, Broads tours boat hire and lots of great places to eat. Compact for 4 adults but has everything you need. Nice space outside to sit and watch the boats, swans etc go by. Recommend booking a day boat in advance if you want one - 6 hrs took us to Ranworth - lovely lunch at the pub and circular walk to Ranworth Broad visitor centre and amazing views from the top of the church tower. Walked to another nice pub the Rising sun at Coltishall alongside the steam railway (2 miles) but unfortunately at the moment they are not stopping there - only end to end return trips. Less than 30 mins to the beach at Caister on sea too. Overall a great break - highly recommend as there is so much to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
Sandy, glad you had a great time - you done a lot in 3-days! The walk to Coltishall and back is brilliant (done myself), and a river trip a must. You're welcome back any time, thanks, Nigel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Property was just right for my wife and I for the wwwk. The only disappointment was the boat that was moored up all week right outside the house. We didn't read that it would be there when we booked the holiday but I managed to do a bit of fishing as the guests next to the house were happy foe me to use their area. .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Thanks for your stay and I'm glad you had a good time. Sorry about the boat, but the cottage is a working marina and you're free to fish anywhere on the site. Hope you caught a few, Nigel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Burre Cottage

Had a lovely few days at the the cottage - perfect location and wonderful view of the river and lovely to sit outside watching the boats go by. Would defo come back again .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

The cottage is superbly positioned on the south side of the river, just round the corner, as it were from the main watercourse. This meant that on the one really fine day we enjoyed we could open the patio doors, step out and sit on the chairs provided and while away most of the day simply watching the boats go by and enjoying the antics of amateurs trying to manoeuvre boats into their berths (funny how you become an expert when you’re watching, even though you’ve never driven one of those things!). Furthermore regarding location, although it’s a bit of a dog leg to get the car to the cottage, on foot it’s really close to all the amenities. There is parking available directly outside but it’s insufficient if all the cottages are occupied simultaneously. That doesn’t matter as there’s a sort of general carpark just twenty yards away. As to the cottage itself I would describe it as on the way to being rather good. “On the way” as it’s clear that refurb is being undertaken bit by bit. The patio doors are clearly new (compared with the website photo) and I’d say the carpets are too. The cooker looks a bit ancient but we didn’t use it so that’s where my critique ends. As apartment owners ourselves we know you simply can’t refurb everything all at once, so we weren’t bothered. The cottage is cosy rather than spacious – it was absolutely ideal for a couple, and as it was just myself and my wife we really enjoyed it. We used the twin bedroom – both beds were nice and comfy and it was very peaceful (if you don’t count the swans early in the morning!). The double at the back is quite tight for space and I think if four people were in residence in poor weather it might get a little overcrowded. But for us it was a very nice stay, everything worked, and the admin side of things was handled very smoothly. I can’t comment on value for money as we are used to Spanish prices where we own our apartment and this was our first time in a holiday home in the UK for years. When booking it did seem comparable to other similar accommodation. All in all, would we stay again? If we were restricted to the UK, then definitely yes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

Clean but tired property, bathroom could do with a lick of paint as there were stains down the wall from where it had gotten to hot in there at some stage and an insect or 2 had been squashed against the wall and left. One easy and cheap fix would be a chain on the bath and kitchen plugs Not so easy to pull out with long nails! View was somewhat marred by a boat moored outside the whole time we were there , somewhat puzzled by this as Bure Cottage is listed with your own mooring space outside your cottage. Couldn’t figure out how to turn the oven on the first night did get in touch with the owner who did reply but not with instructions on how to work it Which I did after 2 days The cooker though had seen better days
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wroxham break

Very enjoyable stay.cottage very warm and cosy.Plus point ,just a short walk to The Boat Shed Bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bure Cottage

The cottage was very well equipped apart from our attempts to use the tin opener ending in failure so we had to ask a neighbour to lend us theirs. Lovely, quiet area and a friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lovely house and excellent location for exploring the Norflok Broads

We stayed three nights to explore the Broads. the house had everything we needed and was very clean and tidy. Wifi wasnt brilliant though but thats my only negative. Communication and information was perfect. Excellent value. would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sehr schön

Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet und sehr gemütlich. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen. Empfehlenswert!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Heike, much appreciated, glad you had a nice stay and you were very lucky with the weather! Thanks, Nigel
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

cold welcome

we have had many winter cottage holiday, but never arrived with no heating on,on the monday we reported that the bathroom heater was faulty,landlord text me to say it had been reported before,but every time he tried it it worked,it did for all of 5 secs then turned itself off, he promised to have it done by Weds when we left on the saturday we were still waiting,beautiful cottage,fantastic views but would not rebook.Its a shame,if it was maiintaine as it should be a fantastic holiday cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Kate, sorry about this bathroom issue (heating fine everywhere else). The maintenance man did call on the Wednesday, but reported it was working fine. However, I called when you left, and as you said, it did cut out after a while. So, the heater has now been replaced with a new one.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nice quiet stay.

Enjoyable stay. Bring your own towels. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and comfortable.

Arrived to find a lovely surprise awaiting us to welcome us. First impressions were good and the ground level space was clean and looked comfortable. Upstairs was fresh and clean. Nice decor with homely touches. All the comforts of home and we had a lovely stay. Planning to go back some time again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Maragret, thanks, glad you have a good time. I do try to do the best I can!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful holiday stay, great location

After a very busy European tour, staying at this Wroxham apartment/cottage was fabulous. The location is perfect, easy walk into the village full of restaurants, "Roy's" stores including a huge grocery and legit English pub. The cottage is basic so bring your paper and bath towels and be sure to look into every cabinet since I found the freezer two days after arriving. Plates, glasses, silverware, pots and pans, toaster, microwave, stove/oven, small frig and freezer, and hot water pot available. Discovered the coffee press after a few days of instant coffee, and no food items. (i.e. salt and pepper), although owner left a Welcome gift. We loved the swans, herons, and geese and all of the holiday boats coming and going. It's quiet at night and the bed was comfortable. "The Shed" pub next door was open but did not serve any food. If you stand by it, you get the best internet. We used the local bus to go into Norwich one day and it was cheap and very easy! We also rented a small motor boat (Broad Tours) to cruise the river to Horning and it was a great, relaxing time. We cooked simple meals most of the time but our last night we enjoyed a wonderful evening at the Wroxham Hotel across the bridge. Nigel, the owner, was very available but once we arrived, everything was quite easy to figure out. Some neighbors quiet, some chatty. As for transportation, we rented a car for the whole time, but you could get by using buses to the Coast, Norwich and even London, which we did for one night, then bus to Heathrow. Thank you, Nigel, for offering up your sweet place on the Bure River, The Broads, Wroxham, Norfolk. UK. :) Greg and Carol from USA.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thanks for your feedback, it's important our overseas visitors have a good time. I've tried to include everything a guest would need!
Archival

8/10 Good

Relaxing location, wildlife fantastic

Comfortable, clean and well equipped. Stairs and upper floors need attention VERY squeaky and creeky. Although warned, the large boat moored outsiders property spoilt view. Would definitely visit area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thanks for a positive feedback. Sorry about the boat, but it is a marina!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Disappointed

On paper, place looks nice but in reality its a different matter. Probably just our personal expectations but although clean and in a good location, wasnt overly comfortable and we cut short our stay. May suit others, but definitely wasnt for us as there were too many niggly problems. Also there is a boat which appears to be permanently moored outside, making sitting in the lounge feel very claustaphobic and blocking any views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Sorry you were disappointed. I'm constantly trying to improve the cottage in all ways possible and most guests tell me it's very comfortable. I have no control outside the cottage, but can vouch that the boat is low and doesn't spoil the views.

About the host

Hosted by Alec and Wendy

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My grandparents used to live in Catfield, a small village a few miles east of Wroxham and we used to stay with them during school holidays and any other times we could escape there.. Later on my parents owned a holiday home on the River Thurne at Potter Heigham which we would visit for holidays all year round whenever we could find the time. We therefore know the area very well and owning a lovely property like Bure Cottage has finally fulfilled my dreams.

Why they chose this property

Wroxham is the perfect place for a getaway in the UK. Home to many shops, bars, restaurants and cafes, it is a lively town buzzing with energy. Life revolves around the river with private boat hire available as well as a number of organised river cruises where you can spot a huge range of aquatic wildlife including swans, a variety of geese and duck species, herons, cormorants and occasionally otters. Once you have experienced this magical location like this, you will want to keep on returning.

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