Thatched Cottage in Martham, Norfolk, England

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 425 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Martham, England

Norfolk Broads6 min walk
Hickling Broad10 min drive
BeWILDerwood15 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Two bedroom mid-terraced thatched cottage on the edge of the Norfolk Broads. 300 year old Grade 2 listed building on edge of conservation area with traditional Norfolk inglenook fireplace. Set in the pretty conservation village of Martham and located opposite the medieval parish church which can be seen from the bedroom window. The small rear garden is laid to patio and lawn, is fully fenced, and is suitable for small and medium sized dogs. Within one mile of the Broads and three miles to the beach. Please note the stairs are very steep, but do have a grab rail.

Property manager

Richard Wightman

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Yes, but beware steep stairs for children under 5.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Dogs are welcome, but must be kept downstairs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No fires, BBQs, or smoking in the back garden, please, as it invalidates the insurance for the thatch.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Great Yarmouth

This cottage is located in Great Yarmouth. Toad Hole Cottage and Museum of the Broads are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Horsey Windpump and Gariannonum Roman Fort. Oasis Amusements and Lost World Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Martham, England

What's nearby

Norfolk Broads - 6 min walk
Horsey Windpump - 4 min drive
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 9 min drive
Hickling Broad - 10 min drive
BeWILDerwood - 15 min drive

Getting around

Acle Station - 16 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

The Yacht Club Bar - 6 min drive
The Bell - 5 min drive
The Bermuda Club - 6 min drive
The Boathouse - 6 min drive
Flour and Bean - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thatched Cottage in Martham, Norfolk, England pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Thatched Cottage in Martham, Norfolk, England?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thatched Cottage in Martham, Norfolk, England?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thatched Cottage in Martham, Norfolk, England located?

Situated in Great Yarmouth, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Norfolk Broads and Norfolk Coast. Horsey Windpump and Oasis Amusements are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Keith A.

27 Oct 2014

A special place

The cottage is as described and we found it to be homely, comfortable with everything we needed provided; and well located for travelling around Norfolk. The history of the cottage gives it an fine ambience and the village itself and the locals is very welcoming. Also its closeness to the Broads for walking and other exploration is a good feature. We would be pleased to stay again if the opportunity arises and highly recommend the cottage to others.

8/10 Good

Kim

19 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Lovey caricature property.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette N.

29 Sept 2023

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

Martham

The cottage was very comfortable and easy to manage. The important teams were clean, but other areas were not so clean, the inside cupboards. There were a few dead insects around. The garden area was very pleasant. Although the kitchen was well equipped it was short of either an electric whisk or a manual one.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Judith B.

24 Aug 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Pretty quirky cottage

Loved the quirkiness of the cottage and the history behind it- for us it was a perfect location as family live nearby. Only downside for us were the steps ( really high and steep) and the overall cleanliness let it down . The windows were dirty inside and out and there were cobwebs everywhere. Other than those issues enjoyed our stay .

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Christine A.

14 Aug 2023

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

Great place to stay

Lovely place to stay. Lots to do in the area. We had an issue with the hot water, the owners were great and were very quick to organise its repair.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard Wightman

Helen and I worked in Norfolk in the late 1980s, and always loved the people, the slightly slower and gentler way of life, and the beauty of the area. Career and other pressures took us away from the area, but in 2005 we began to consider purchasing a holiday home. We spent four years treating visits to Norfolk as a bit of a hobby to research the areas and properties. The opportunity to purchase this cottage came our way when it was going to auction in a rather run down state. We spent the first couple of years of ownership renovating the cottage thoroughly, including a new thatched roof and an oak floor. We regularly visit the cottage as a retreat from the pressures of life, and it has worked very well for us. We trust others will enjoy it just as much as we have done.

Richard Wightman

Why they chose this property

It is a beautiful location in the Broads area and close to the sea. There are great walks around the village, which is itself interesting, varied, picturesque, but large enough to have "life" and actiivty.

What makes this property unique

It is a quaint, traditional cottage with traditional beams, an ignlenook fireplace, and old-fashioned steep stairs. It was once part of a farmhouse dating from 1690, and still has a hand water pump in the garden which we suspect was the reason the farm was located on this site in the first place.

It is close enough to the village to walk to the shops, but on the edge nearest the Broads, where you can enjoy undisturbed walks.