Title: Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27123720&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches ## Photo gallery for Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches ![Beach nearby - Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches (East Ruston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27123800/27123720/ea30228e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches (East Ruston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27123800/27123720/91d17443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches (East Ruston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27123800/27123720/86d952a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches (East Ruston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27123800/27123720/b6217fd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches (East Ruston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27123800/27123720/65bea1b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In a serene lakefront setting, this traditional cottage offers an ideal haven for couples and families. Relax on the private patio overlooking the lake, or take a short stroll to Weavers Way footpath. With its well-equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge area featuring a flatscreen TV, you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Lake view ## 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. ### Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches A cosy traditional style cottage in a rural peaceful setting overlooking a picturesque lake. Ideal for couples and families looking for a relaxing holiday and as a great base to explore the Norfolk Broads, countryside, seaside towns and beaches. You will find plenty of wildlife to enjoy around the lake and the cottage. A short stroll from the cottage is access to Weavers Way (a dismantled national railway footpath). Lovely sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Happisburg and Mundesley all only a short drive away. The nearby town of Stalham has all the essential amenities like newsagents, local shops, banks, chemist, takeaways, pubs, and a Tesco with fuel garage. Other popular villages and towns like Horning, Wroxham (for the Broads, boat trips and day boat hire), North Walsham, Cromer and Great Yarmouth, are within easy reach. The city of Norwich is a great place for shopping and sightseeing and is only a 30 min drive away. There are several National Trust properties within easy reach. The cottage has an open plan ground floor. A comfortable lounge area, with flatscreen TV, DVD and video player, and radio (a library of videos, CDs and books are provided). The kitchen and dining area are well equipped with cooker, microwave and fridge freezer. Sliding patio doors from the lounge open onto a private patio area overlooking the lake. Young children should be supervised whilst around the lake area. Upstairs are two bedrooms; a double with views overlooking the lake to the rear, and a twin with countryside views to the front. Bathroom with a shower over the bath. Bed linen, bathroom towels, tea towel, electric and heating are included. Sorry no pets, smoking or EV charging. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Car required - Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces) ### Kitchen - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Cottage Peaceful Lakeside Setting Beaches Walks Broads Nearby Peaceful Lakeside Setting Beaches Walks Broads Nearby Cottage Peaceful Lakeside Setting Beaches Walks Broads Nearby Cottage Peaceful Lakeside Setting Beaches Walks Broads Nearby ## About the area Located in Norwich, this cottage is on a lake. Norfolk Broads and Hickling Broad reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include East Ruston Old Vicarage and The Museum of the Broads. Sim-Air and Hoveton Hall Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Norwich travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich.dx2620) [View more Cottages in Norwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Cottages.d2620-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=52.789787,1.475628&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:gkfaIue_H%3FY%3FY%3FY%40Y%3FY%40Y%40W%40Y%40YBY%40Y%40WBYBYBWBYBWDYBWDWDWBWDWDWFWDWFUFWDUFUFWFUFUHSFUHUFSHSHUHSHSHQHSJQJQHSJOJQHQLOHQLOJMJOJOLMJMLMLMLMLKJKLKLKLKNILILILINGLILGNGLENGNELENELCNENCNCLCNANANANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40N%40NBNBNBLDNBLDNDNDLFNDLFNFLHLFNHLHLHLJNHJJLJLJLJLLJLLLLLJLLNJNJLJPJNJNJPJPJPHPJPHPHRHRJPHRHTFRHRFTHTFRFTHTFVFTDTFVDTFVDVDVDVDVDVBVDXBVDV%40XBVBXBXBV%40X%40X%40XBX%3FX%40V%40X%3FX%40X%3FX%3FX%3FX%3FXAX%3FXAXAX%3FXCXAVAXAXCXCVCXCXAVEXCVEVCVEXEVEVEVETGVEVGTEVGTGTITGTGTITGRITGRIRIRKRIRIPIRKPIPKPKPKNKPKNKNKNKNMLKLMNMLKJMLMJMJMJKJOJMHMHMHOHMHMFOFMFOFMDODODMDODMBOBOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FOAOAOCOAMCOCOCOCMEOEMEOEOEMGOGMGMGOIMIMIMIOIMKMIMKKMMKMMMKMMKOMMKMKOKOMOIOMQIOKQKQIQKQKSIQISISISISISGUISGUIUGUGUGUGUEWGUGWEWGUEWEWCWEYEWCWEWCYCWCYCYCWAYAYCYAWAYAYAY%3FYAY%3FY%3FY%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PFkzy-JK0d53C0L8gKKcrd5IYaw=) East Ruston, Norfolk ### What's nearby - ![Norfolk Broads black and white windmill landscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122926/22a5c59b-75e7-4c95-88e5-25d407215121.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Norfolk Broads 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Great place for walking, birdwatching and photography.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181025/b17a64b2-1af6-4b5c-93ee-deb84e6781dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Norfolk Coast 10 min drive \- 7.5 miles - ![Olivia loves her day there](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170956/5432679c-dcbe-4062-8cc5-c00ed1189088.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) BeWILDerwood 15 min drive \- 12.5 miles - ![Some superb sunsets at Cromer on a regular basis.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182501/c285c6a1-c24f-4ea2-9f74-a04a97b5341f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cromer Beach 27 min drive \- 17.6 miles - ![Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts showing art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087517/81801952-6b3e-4b85-97f9-06c65bac3ba6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of East Anglia 33 min drive \- 25.7 miles ### Getting around - North Walsham Station 14 min drive - Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - coffeesmiths 10 min drive - Black Swan 9 min drive - The White Horse 9 min drive - Swan Inn 5 min drive - The White Swan 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches? ### What time is check-in at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches? ### What time is check-out at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches? ### Where is Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 40 8 - Good 28 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Nikhil D. 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice cosy place This is a nice cosy house in a quiet surroundings. Comfortable stay. ##### Nikhil D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We had a lovely stay here, it’s very homely and the lake outside is beautiful. We enjoyed sitting outside lots and listening to the wildlife. The cottage is the perfect size for a small family and within driving distance to a lot of places. We will definitely be staying here again, thank you :) ##### Benjamin Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Renee S. 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rural, peaceful location Great location in a beautiful setting. Very poor signal on the mobile and no broadband but knew that anyway. Second time I’ve stayed. A bit of updating with decor as a bit tired but overall met our needs. ##### Renee S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin W. 4 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful cottage Lovely cottage with views of the lake, lots of games, dvd's etc.No wifi but not a problem for us. Saw our first ever kingfisher through the lounge window! ##### Martin W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### James L. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Not bad Nice place, could do with another cupboard to put your food in. The mattress was appallingly uncomfortable/cheap. I like the place/location but will not return due to the bed. , ##### James L. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well located The house is beautifully situated between the Broads and the north Norfolk coast, both within easy reach although the house is location is quiet and out of the way. The lake at the rear of the house is lovely and we saw frogs, newts and a kingfisher during our stay. The house itself is well-equipped and comfortable. I see other reviewers had issues with hot water but we had no problems. Lack of wifi is not a problem for us and we knew there would be none before we got to the house, but we also had no mobile signal and 4G which meant that while we were in East Ruston we were completely uncontactable which was more of a concern. We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay, thank you! ##### Susan H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roderick F. 19 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay in an idyllic spot, so peaceful, wonderful wildlife Everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay ##### Roderick F. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roderick F. 19 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderfully Peaceful location Another Great stay at Ruston Reeches. A very comfortable cottage in a truly idyllic spot. Looking forward to our next stay ##### Roderick F. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke B. 25 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful cottage A lovely little cottage close to lots of fun things to do. A nice lake at the back with swans too. ##### Luke B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith W., stanstead abbotts uk 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil Setting Comfortable cottage , in the Broaads not far from the sea. ##### Keith W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### krystyna s. 13 Aug 2022 Liked: Listing accuracy #### Very nice Very comfortable furniture and beds good place to stay for visiting the broads ##### krystyna s. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gemma T. 11 Aug 2018 #### Cosy rural cottage with all the facilities required for a comfortable stay The house is located in beautiful surroundings. My daughter loved pond dipping in the lake. The house was lovely. Would stay again. ##### Gemma T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Roy J. 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property is in a lovely location providing a relaxing stay in the countryside overlooking a small pool frequented by wildlife. The is plenty of space for 4 people and all amenities provided for your stay. It is made clear that there is no WiFi at the property, but also the phone signal is quite variable, so just be prepared for this when staying at the house. There is an excellent library of VHS and DVDs to watch! We really enjoyed our visit, just one or two little details would make it excellent such as providing larger towels. We would recommend this as a great property from which to explore the area. ##### Roy J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel B. 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything you need. Doesn’t have Wi-Fi or good signal for your phone but it didn’t bother us as we were out and about exploring the surrounding countryside. I would recommend if you want a peaceful holiday. ##### Rachel B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas D. 30 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and quiet holiday home Very nice holiday home, no mobile phone signal and no internet is the only negative, everything else was perfect ##### Nicholas D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Teresa W. 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location It was a lovely setting but very basically equipped. No pack relating to various equipment. We weeded the patio whencwe arrived. Bed not that comfortable. We have stayed in better places but loved watching the bird life around the pond. ##### Teresa W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya S. 21 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location A very peaceful and cosy stay with our two children. The breakfast swan visits from the nearby lake were very popular as were the extensive library of kids books. Overall very well equipped and comfortable. Thank you ##### Tanya S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Keith C. 24 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My only disappointment was that the glorious fishing pool had apparently been ravaged by otters. Property was excellent in all respects. ##### Keith C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue S. 2 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage Our second visit. Cottage had everything you need (except a good phone signal)! Cosy and comfortable. ##### Sue S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rowan L. 22 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place to get away from modern life Spent a long weekend here and it was excellent. We didn't have a car with us but there are plenty of walks nearby and the beach was within cycling distance. I recommend East Ruston Vicarage Gardens for an afternoon out. There is an excellent collection of old James Bond VHS tapes for evenings in if the weather's bad. ##### Rowan L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities View of the lake was lovely. South facing garden. Compact house but very clean, tidy and loads of games and videos for the kids. No WiFi was unexpected but it wasn’t the end of the world. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tim G. 21 Aug 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location but cottage was a bit tired and dated Patio area needs some refurb but as we had two Young-children with us the overall experience was satisfactory but it was a good base to explore . Interior was again satisfactory but areas showing its age even to the extent it had a VHS player which amused the fore mentioned children but overall not too many complaints ##### Tim G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony M. 25 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Stay Property was as described, beautiful setting with the lake . Sadly Butchers Arms pub was closed. Bit disappointed. Unfortunately we had to vacate the property early due to circumstances. ##### Anthony M. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Harry M. 16 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place for a peaceful break. Lovely location as it was peaceful. Plenty in the cottage to occupy the three of us. Calm and enjoyable walk around the water round the back with the swans and moorhen keeping us company. Mattress was slightly lumpy but that was the only downside. All in all exactly what we wanted. Thank you. ##### Harry M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Sigita B. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### 🍀🌲🍀🌼 Thank you ##### Sigita B. 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