Cottage holiday in Hickling - sleeps 4

The Boat Shed Cottage, Hickling, Norfolk, NR12 0AX.
Property Reference: UKC3775

Bedrooms - 2

Sleeps - 4

Bathrooms - 2

Pets welcome - 2

Spacious double bedroom with super kingsize bed which can be a twin on request | The Boat Shed - Meadow Farm, Hickling
Brilliant en-suite shower room | The Boat Shed - Meadow Farm, Hickling
Cosy bedroom with zip and link twin beds which can be made into a super kingsize on request | The Boat Shed - Meadow Farm, Hickling
Comfortable twin bedroom with zip & link beds which can be made into a super kingsize on request | The Boat Shed - Meadow Farm, Hickling
En-suite shower room | The Boat Shed - Meadow Farm, Hickling

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The Boat Shed Cottage 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4

The Boat Shed is situated near the Norfolk Broads National Park with over 125 miles of navigable waterways and beautiful countryside.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Open plan living space:
With beams and wooden floor.
Living area:
With 32" Freeview TV and iPod dock.
Dining area.
Kitchen area:
With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.
Bedroom 1: With super kingsize bed, Freeview TV and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2:
With zip and link super kingsize bed (can be twin beds on request), Freeview TV and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.

Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared with other properties on-site). Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Hot tub (private). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children.

Extra Amenities

Perfect for summer holidays or winter escapes, the warmest of welcomes awaits your arrival at Meadow Farm. Nestled in the countryside, close to the village with its shop and two inns serving food, this is the perfect location to explore the best of Norfolk with its amazing coastline and its famous Norfolk Broads. The barns, each boasting character, are over 200 years old, yet offer contemporary open plan living, and are well equipped and furnished to provide excellent comfort. These well-appointed adjoining barns each enjoy privacy, their own enclosed garden with seating furniture and private parking. The holiday properties are situated in a separate area of the owner’s grounds, which also has a small, members only, Registered Caravan Club site for five caravans, on the properties meadow.



Close by is Hickling Broad, with a nature reserve that links to the Norfolk Broad’s unique topography of reed-lined waterways, famous for their good coarse fishing, boating and rich variety of wildlife, especially waterfowl. Also 3 miles drive away, are the glorious sandy beaches of Sea Palling and Waxham, often visited by seals. Visit Wroxham (11 miles), the capital of the Norfolk Broads, with its waterside cafés, restaurants, shops and daily river trips available. Also catch the Bure Valley Steam Railway here for a wonderful trip to Aylsham. Daily boat hire is available at nearby Hickling Broad and Potter Heigham, ½ mile and 3½ miles away respectively. Quiet country lanes and trails are great for relaxed cycling and walking.



Nearby attractions include many National Trust properties including Blickling and Felbrigg Hall and Horsey Windpump. Visit the seaside resort of Cromer (21 miles) with a promenade and pier, and Sheringham (26 miles), home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway. The city of Norwich (21 miles), with its cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, restaurants, cinema, theatre and shopping with two malls and market square is within easy driving distance. For another great day out, visit Horsey Gap (National Trust) where you can walk on the sand dunes and see the seals and pups on the beach (November to February). Beach 3 miles. Two pubs serving good food, one with a small shop both within walking distance

Self-catering features

  • Barbecue
  • Bike Store
  • Dishwasher
  • Ground Floor Facilities
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • Decorated at Christmas
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Norfolk Broads
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Fishing Nearby/On-site
  • Pet Friendly
  • Coastal
  • English Country Cottages
  • Coastal within 3 miles
  • Coastal within 5 miles
  • All En-suite
  • Open Plan
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Parking - On Site
  • Shower Cubicle
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