The Mid Norfolk Railway (MNR) is ½ mile away with trips available from Yaxham to Wymondham Abbey and Dereham. Dereham, 2 miles, offers an indoor swimming pool, cinema, bowling, shops, supermarkets and a market on Tuesdays and Fridays. The property lies within an hour’s drive of the coast, with excellent sandy beaches and RSPB nature and bird reserves. The Norfolk Broads, the Brecks (and its stone curlews), Peddars Way, Norfolk Coastal Path and many National Trust properties are also easily accessible.
The village is at the centre of a network of footpaths and there is a children’s play area and recreation ground close to the church. From the nearby bus stop, regular bus services go to Dereham and Norwich. Shop and restaurant ½ mile, pub 1 mile.
Can be booked with The Old Rectory Coach House (ref CTX) to accommodate up to 7 guests.
Step to entrance. All on the ground floor. Open plan living space: With wooden floor. Living area: With electric wood burner, 36" Freeview Smart TV, DVD player with a selection of DVDs and wireless smart sound system. Dining area. Kitchen area: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Step to.
Utility room: With freezer, washer/dryer and door with step leading to courtyard garden. Bedroom: With zip and link super kingsize bed (can be twin beds on request) and Freeview TV. Shower room: With shower cubicle and toilet.
Extra Amenities
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and BT Infinity Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed courtyard garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, barbecue and summerhouse. Enclosed gardens. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car; additional parking by arrangement. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole. There is a fountain in the garden.
Dereham map and The Old Rectory Lodge Cottage location
Spoilt for choice - village cottage or seaside cottage holiday? East of England is very accessible by road and rail. Families will find cottages that welcome dogs in Suffolk coast, South Suffolk or Mid Suffolk - some have beaches close by.
Hiking and walking routes
Broxbourne circular walk via Roydon
Snaresbrook to Loughton (Epping Forest)
Erwarton, Church End & River Orwell walk from Pin Mill