The Boathouse - Waterside Cottage In Norfolk Broads

A waterside cottage tucked away on the river Ant at Wayford Bridge near Barton Broad and the villages of Horning and Wroxham. Lovely views over the marina and river. Comfortable contemporary interior with the addition of a wood burning stove, perfect for spending some quality time together. Spacious and comfortable bedrooms (new beds, January 2022) both with ensuite shower rooms, one with an added bath tub. Once you have embraced the interior, why not wander outside to experience the location first hand or take out a complementary dinghy or canoe to soak up the atmosphere. Around the cottage, there is generous decking, furnished with outside seating and dining furniture, your own grassed area
with seating and barbeque. Perfect to enjoy a glass of something and plan your next day whilst enjoying the view and the sunset. A rowing / sailing dinghy or one or two canoes can be included if required. There are a host of attractions to suit everyone including river trips, bird sanctuaries, stately homes,
gardens including an abundance of walking and cycling routes through villages and hamlets and nearby coastal route with stunning beaches. Alternatively, enjoy the area from the river with a complementary canoe or dinghy or from a motorised or electric day boat hired only a few steps away. Share your photo
and video memories via our free, enterprise grade Wi-Fi service, provided by our corporate gigabit fibre leased line, perfect for those who need to keep in touch with their business interests. A well presented cottage located at Wayford Bridge on the river Ant, beautifully designed with an open plan layout, calming waterside views of the marina and river from three large french windows facing South and West, lead out onto decking wrapped around the exterior. The ground floor boasts a welcoming hallway with Cloakroom WC and laundry. A sumptuous open plan, comfortable sitting room with a wood burner. French doors to your decking with outside seating and dining furniture, umbrella etc., providing opportunity to enjoy the sunshine as it moves around your spacious decking on two sides.The kitchen diner with waterside views is well lit and equipped to easily seat additional people dining should you have friends visit.There’s one double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with power shower over, WC and basin and one twin bedroom with en-suite shower WC and basin.Both with their own individual charm, bathed in light. New Beds for January 2022! Both bedrooms boast solar powered blackout blinds
so sleep need never be an issue. There is an electric car charging pedestal next to the parking area.

About the location.
Wayford is situated on the river Ant near Barton Broad.There is a large Farm Shop and Nursery, A Bistro style restaurant / coffee shop, a pub and restaurant, small grocery and newsagent with a petrol station. In addition to four Boatyards, offering Day Boat and canoe hire. (This is a very popular location for canoeing, also leading to the Dilham Canal). There are numerous attractions nearby including the Museum of the Broads, famous historic houses and beautiful gardens. There are so many places to eat and shop, not only in Wayford but in nearby Horning and Wroxham, which also boasts boat trips and the Bure Valley Steam Railway. Wayford is located only 6 miles from the coast and stunning beaches.There is a coast road which follows the scenic route through coastal villages offering an abundance of pubs and restaurants or places to stop and picnic before arriving at Cromer and Sheringham with its museums, theatre and steam railway. The area offers so much to see and do, a week will never be enough!
Wroxham 6 miles; Gt Yarmouth 17 miles; Holt 19 miles; North Walsham 7 miles and Norwich 13 miles are some of the nearby towns.

Check in/ Checkout Times

Check in: 5:00 pm | Check out: 9:30 am

Accommodation Description

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, power shower, basin
and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC Cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room with woodburner.

Amenities Description

Oil central heating. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, wine fridge, fridge and freezer, (washer/dryer in cloakroom), dishwasher, Smart TV, Blu-ray. Superfast fibre broadband WiFi, selection of books, games. Central Heating and Electricity included. Bed linen and towels included. Off road parking for two cars. Wrap around decking furnished with dining tables, chairs and
additional seating, paved rear courtyard with lockable shed housing loungers, umbrellas etc. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Farm shop, pub and restaurant 5 mins walk. Note: A rowing / sailing dinghy or one or two canoes (one canoe per two guests) are included by prior request. Information on Local Attractions, National trust Properties etc., are provided on arrival. Telephone the owner prior to your visit if you require specialist information e.g Auction Houses, Riding Schools, golf courses etc. Note: Due to the location and design of the Boathouse the minimum age for guests is 5 years. Note: please ensure bookings fall between a Friday and Friday as can't cross over. Note: If you are booking within 72hrs of your departures date, please call our reservations team on 01244 356666. Note : Full weeks only from April to November Canoes available at the Property free of charge.

  • Cycling Friendly
  • Detached
  • Dishwasher
  • Family Friendly
  • Internet
  • Near a River
  • Near a Shop
  • Near Walks
  • Open Fire / Log Burner
  • Pub Nearby
  • Washing Machine

About the area

Picturesque rolling Fens, unspoilt beaches, and pretty waterways – East Anglia is a dream holiday destination. Norfolk offers beaches, saltmarshes and quaint villages whilst equally as charming are the coast and countryside of Suffolk.

In Neatishead, there is excellent access to Barton Broad and Alderfen giving you the opportunity to see an abundance of wildlife throughout the year – including a variety of birds and even otters. A walk along the Barton Broads Boardwalk is not to be missed, leading explorers through the swampy woodlands through to panoramic views of Barton Broads.

A waterside cottage tucked away on the river Ant at Wayford Bridge near Barton Broad and the villages of Horning and Wroxham. Lovely views over the marina and river. Comfortable contemporary interior with the addition of a wood burning stove, perfect for spending some quality time together. Spacious and comfortable bedrooms (new beds, January 2022) both with ensuite shower rooms, one with an added bath tub. Once you have embraced the interior, why not wander outside to experience the location first hand or take out a complementary dinghy or canoe to soak up the atmosphere. Around the cottage, there is generous decking, furnished with outside seating and dining furniture, your own grassed area
with seating and barbeque. Perfect to enjoy a glass of something and plan your next day whilst enjoying the view and the sunset. A rowing / sailing dinghy or one or two canoes can be included if required. There are a host of attractions to suit everyone including river trips, bird sanctuaries, stately homes,
gardens including an abundance of walking and cycling routes through villages and hamlets and nearby coastal route with stunning beaches. Alternatively, enjoy the area from the river with a complementary canoe or dinghy or from a motorised or electric day boat hired only a few steps away. Share your photo
and video memories via our free, enterprise grade Wi-Fi service, provided by our corporate gigabit fibre leased line, perfect for those who need to keep in touch with their business interests. A well presented cottage located at Wayford Bridge on the river Ant, beautifully designed with an open plan layout, calming waterside views of the marina and river from three large french windows facing South and West, lead out onto decking wrapped around the exterior. The ground floor boasts a welcoming hallway with Cloakroom WC and laundry. A sumptuous open plan, comfortable sitting room with a wood burner. French doors to your decking with outside seating and dining furniture, umbrella etc., providing opportunity to enjoy the sunshine as it moves around your spacious decking on two sides.The kitchen diner with waterside views is well lit and equipped to easily seat additional people dining should you have friends visit.There's one double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with power shower over, WC and basin and one twin bedroom with en-suite shower WC and basin.Both with their own individual charm, bathed in light. New Beds for January 2022! Both bedrooms boast solar powered blackout blinds
so sleep need never be an issue. There is an electric car charging pedestal next to the parking area.

About the location.
Wayford is situated on the river Ant near Barton Broad.There is a large Farm Shop and Nursery, A Bistro style restaurant / coffee shop, a pub and restaurant, small grocery and newsagent with a petrol station. In addition to four Boatyards, offering Day Boat and canoe hire. (This is a very popular location for canoeing, also leading to the Dilham Canal). There are numerous attractions nearby including the Museum of the Broads, famous historic houses and beautiful gardens. There are so many places to eat and shop, not only in Wayford but in nearby Horning and Wroxham, which also boasts boat trips and the Bure Valley Steam Railway. Wayford is located only 6 miles from the coast and stunning beaches.There is a coast road which follows the scenic route through coastal villages offering an abundance of pubs and restaurants or places to stop and picnic before arriving at Cromer and Sheringham with its museums, theatre and steam railway. The area offers so much to see and do, a week will never be enough!
Wroxham 6 miles; Gt Yarmouth 17 miles; Holt 19 miles; North Walsham 7 miles and Norwich 13 miles are some of the nearby towns.