Large cottage to rent in Acle, Norwich - sleeps 8

Marsh Farmhouse
4 bedrooms, sleeps 8

This lovely farmhouse is ideal for larger groups wanting to explore all the Norfolk Broads has to offer, with boat hire and riverside shops nearby.

Situated in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Marsh Farmhouse is semi-detached and offers comfortable and generous accommodation to delight larger family groups. Tucked away, adjoining the owners’ home, with amazing views across open marsh and countryside rich in bird and wildlife, there is plenty to do and see in the local surrounding area. There is freshwater fishing available at Stokesby (at cost, licence required). The seaside resort of Great Yarmouth is 10 miles, for excellent sandy beach, promenade, fun fair, amusements, leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, Sea Life Centre, crazy golf, cinema complex, miniature village, horse racing and a town centre with plenty of shops, market square, restaurants and cafés.

Acle is just 2 miles away for boat hire, supermarket, chemist, bank, butcher and pubs, and there is a market day every Thursday where auction sales are held. Wroxham, capital of the Norfolk Broads is 11 miles, for daily boat hire, river trips, riverside shops, cafes and restaurants. Caister Castle and car museum, 6½ miles, Caister on Sea, 7½ miles, while Norwich is 14 miles for excellent shopping, its historic castle museum and cathedral, the theatre with a variety of shows, and the market square with its cafes, restaurants and pubs.

The RAF Air Defence Radar Museum is 8 miles away, and Pettits Adventure Park for children under 7 years and BeWILDerwood are 13 miles. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Park is 6 miles away and Fairhaven Woodland and Water Gardens 5 miles. There is good cycling and walking opportunities in the surrounding area and Strumpshaw Fen RSPB and Ranworth Broad have nature trails and offer great bird watching. Beach 10 miles Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Accommodation details

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/kitchen. Shower room with toilet. First floor: 4 bedrooms: 2 double, 2 twin, additional folding single, on request. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet.

Extra Amenities

Woodburner in dining room (initial fuel included). Electric coal-effect fire in lounge included. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Cot. High chair. Freeview TV. DVD. Microwave. Shared utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Freezer. Wi-fi. Lawned garden with patio, sitting out area and furniture. Ample parking. No smoking. NB: Unfenced pond in grounds, 500 yards.