Title: A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32931480&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. Cottage in Norwich with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. ![Property grounds - A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. (Old Costessey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931500/32931480/d7f1a9e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. 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(Old Costessey)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931500/32931480/ef4c2e5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the peaceful backwater of the River Wensum at this dog-friendly cottage for four, complete with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. Row a boat or canoe along the river, then unwind by the gas woodburner in your living/dining room or enjoy al fresco dining on your private patio. The city of Norwich is just 5 miles away. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. Private river access with rowing boat and canoe available!. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV, Chromecast, DVD Player, DAB Radio, Gas Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Terrace Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Utility Room: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Jack And Jill En-Suite, Shared With Bedroom 1) Separate Toilet.. Gas underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Small, enclosed garden with patio, terrace, barbecue, garden furniture and pathway to main garden and river frontage. Bike store. Parking for 2 cars. Inter-connecting private indoor heated swimming pool (23ft x 13.5ft, depth 4ft, open all year). Fishing available on-site (licence required). 2 Two-man canoes available. No smoking.. With exclusive use of its own indoor heated swimming pool, this detached, traditionally-built, single-storey holiday property is located within an area of SSSI along the peaceful backwater of the River Wensum. French doors lead to an enclosed secluded garden terrace, complete with sun loungers and barbecue, with pathway leading to private river frontage with use of seating furniture, rowing boat and canoe, where visitors can enjoy this wonderful backwater to the full, its peace only interrupted by the occasional rowing boat of an angler. The village has two pubs, shops, post office, golf course, snooker hall and extensive country walks. The city of Norwich is 5 miles for excellent shopping, theatre, castle museum, cathedral, fine restaurants, cafés and bars. Wroxham (10 miles), capital of the Norfolk Broads, offers river trips and daily boat hire to explore the expanse of waterways. A 40-minute drive leads to the Heritage North Norfolk coast, ‘Admiral Nelson’s country’, where there are Blue Flag sandy beaches, extensive salt marshes, RSPB reserves and the coastal path for excellent walking. Boat trips are available all year to visit the basking seals and Blakeney Point nature reserve. Nearby, the stately homes of Holkham and Blickling are amongst the finest in East Anglia. The Royal Sandringham Estate and museum is open to the public when the Royals are not in residence. The coastal resorts of Cromer and Sheringham offer an array of attractions for all ages, a cliff-top golf course, plenty of shops and restaurants. Still operational, the fishing harbour operates a small fleet of boats to catch succulent fresh lobsters and crabs, which are brought back to be sold locally. Promenade gardens, pier with seasonal live entertainment and the Royal Life Boat Centre can all be found at Cromer. Sheringham is headquarters for the North Norfolk Steam Railway, where during the summer trains travel back and forth along the coast to neighbouring villages. Shop 800 yards. Free WiFi Up to two dogs only. This property has a river frontage. The swimming pool is only available from Good Friday to the 3rd Saturday in November each year. It will not be open during any other periods. There is open water in the property grounds. Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Indoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Classic Double Room | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113880000/113876000/113875959/52300723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sherbourne House Hotel Attleborough - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews £83 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=113875959&PinnedHotelID=113875959&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1710000/1700800/1700787/f1d729bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG Norwich - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 25 Jan - 26 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=1700787&PinnedHotelID=1700787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2 bedroom accommodation in Old Costessey Old Costessey 2 bedroom accommodation in Old Costessey Private vacation home su-CSD-CSD ## About the area Located in Norwich, this cottage is in a rural area. Norfolk Broads and Bowthorpe Marsh reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Norfolk Showground and Congo Rapids Adventure Golf. The Plantation Garden and Megazone are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A dog friendly cottage for four with its own swimming pool and enclosed garden. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anon 3 Aug 2020 #### A beautiful little cottage. A beautiful little cottage. Cosy, homely and welcoming. The host had baked us a delicious homemade cake and had the fire on waiting for us. Comfy beds, fully equipped kitchen, great swimming pool. We could not fault it, at all! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Anon This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justine 7 Jul 2020 #### This holiday was very relaxing and enjoyable. This holiday was very relaxing and enjoyable. The pool makes this holiday and the river at the bottom of the garden where my husband enjoyed some fishing. The kitchen was well equipped and there was nothing missing from this holiday. Have booked again already. The owner even left us a delicious cake to enjoy on arrival which was a nice touch. Thank you. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Justine This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie 20 Jun 2020 #### I have been to Riverside Cottage 4 times now and have already booked for next year! I would highly r I have been to Riverside Cottage 4 times now and have already booked for next year! I would highly recommend. In my opinion the owner has taken every possible precaution with regards to the covid pandemic and we felt reassured, safe and comfortable throughout our stay! extra cleaning has been carried out and there is hand sanitiser at the front door and antibac soap and sprays in the property! extra chlorine has been added to the pool also. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Katie This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare 8 Apr 2020 #### Lovely pool and location. Lovely pool and location. Very clean and comfortable. We had a lovely time and will definitely be booking for 2021! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Clare This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria 12 Mar 2020 #### From the start I knew this was going to be a good break Lyn very approachable And helpful We had a l From the start I knew this was going to be a good break Lyn very approachable And helpful We had a lovely meal at tge Swna Ringland where we met then went onto Riverside cottage Lovely homemade cakeand a pint of milk In the fridge so kind. All the cleaning and washing items there lovely clean rooms and lovely clean pool. Very warm and cosy Near to the coast and Norwich Hubby had lovely time fishing from the bank in the garden. Nice local pubs Bush, drinking pub only and The Harte nice meals 5 minute walk open Wednesday to Sunday Nice walks to go on too. Would love to come back again ❤️ Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Victoria This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 28 Jan 2020 #### Lovely cottage and owners, great location by the river. Lovely cottage and owners, great location by the river. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Christopher This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebwar 21 Oct 2019 #### Welcomed with a home baked delicious cake, private, most warming cottage with the most luxurious ind Welcomed with a home baked delicious cake, private, most warming cottage with the most luxurious indoor swimming pool. Can’t complain everything was perfect for just the two of us! Recommended to friends and family !!! ##### Rebwar This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire 13 Oct 2019 #### We had a great time. We had a great time. The house and pool were fantastic and the riverside location was beautiful. The owners were so helpful and the cake was delicious! Very well equipped house. We would love to return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Claire This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Linda 25 Sept 2019 #### Nice little cottage,perfect for relaxing with the added bonus of your own private pool. Nice little cottage,perfect for relaxing with the added bonus of your own private pool. The river is at the bottom of a cottage garden, very relaxing. The home baked cake from the owner was a lovely touch. ##### Linda This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne 12 Jan 2019 #### Lovely peaceful riverside location. Lovely peaceful riverside location. We loved being down by the river. Swimming pool was a bonus. Cottage lovely and clean with everything you could possibly need. Lynne’s cake was delicious and a lovely welcoming gesture. Very helpful owners. ##### Lynne This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah 7 Dec 2018 #### Had a lovely time at riverside,cottage had all you could wish for. Had a lovely time at riverside,cottage had all you could wish for. Pool was not open but looked lovely. Used boats at bottom of garden paddled for about an hour very nice .Yes would return. ##### Deborah This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Anna 20 Nov 2018 #### Nice and cosy. Nice and cosy. ##### Anna This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne 3 Sept 2018 #### Excellent location. Excellent location. The private pool was a brilliant bonus, the cottage was clean and had everything you need. The owner was lovely and the homemade Victoria sponge on arrival was fab. Would definitely go back ##### Yvonne ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kings Head Inn ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-The-Kings-Head-Inn.h112498781.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ram at Tivetshall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-The-Old-Ram-Coaching-Inn.h11899341.Hotel-Information) > > [The Haven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-The-Haven.h44456456.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Rectory Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-The-Old-Rectory-Hotel.h5074137.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [New! 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