From the moment you turn in to the long driveway that leads to Grade II listed Bury’s Hall, you will know you have arrived somewhere very special. Set amongst the owners beautifully designed private gardens and enjoying its own garden with a small orchard, this detached, single-storey cottage is an absolute delight. The village of Ashill itself dates back to the 14th-century and provided an overnight stop for those who wanted to graze their cattle on the way to nearby Swaffham market. Set in the district of Breckland, you will find an area that is just waiting to be explored, with Sandringham and Oxborough Hall just over half an hour way.
To the south is Thetford Forest, perfect for watching wildlife, walking or cycling. Here you will also find High Lodge and GoApe. Close by lies Banham Zoo, a 50-acre site home to more than 2,000 animals, which is a great place to spend a day.
Do make time to visit the medieval city of Norwich too, with its splendid Norman Castle, numerous museums and its famous ’Lanes’ area, made up of small and quirky independent shops and cafes.
For a change of pace, you can head to the coast, with the beautiful North Norfolk Coast just under an hour away. There are many opportunities for bird watching, great walks, cycling, National Trust sites and stately homes, and you will soon see why this quiet corner of Norfolk sees guests return time after time. When it’s time to return to Josie’s Cottage, you can be sure of a peaceful night’s sleep. Beach 31 miles. Shop ¾ mile, pub with restaurant just over 1 mil
Accommodation details
Ground Floor: Living/dining room: With 32" Freeview TV, laminate floor and 2 sets of patio doors leading to garden. Kitchen: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine and tiled floor. Bedroom 1: With double bed. Bedroom 2: With twin beds. Shower room: With shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.
Extra Amenities
Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Use of 7 acres of landscaped grounds, available by arrangement with owner. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 ponds and the owners’ swimming pool in the grounds.
Home comforts in a apartment or holiday cottage with beach near by? East of England is tourists heaven. Visitors will find holiday cottages that are dog friendly in South Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds or Sudbury - some have golf courses close by.
Family friendly and more challenging walks
Historic Long Melford circular walk
Epping to Chipping Ongar
The Rivers Ore & Alde from Orford
Erwarton, Church End & River Orwell walk from Pin Mill