Idyllic Cottage - Detached, Private Garden, Dog Friendly - 2 Ensuite Bedrooms. - Great Yarmouth

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Pet-friendly

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Rollesby, Norfolk

Norfolk Broads
‪6 min walk‬
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens
‪6 min drive‬
Great Yarmouth Beach
‪24 min drive‬
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Idyllic Cottage - Detached, Private Garden, Dog Friendly - 2 Ensuite Bedrooms.

Porters Cottage is a beautiful detached property set in quiet countryside with a south facing fully enclosed garden. A real home from home the cottage provides extremely comfortable accommodation for up to 4 guests offering 2 spacious bedrooms both with ensuite bathrooms. Pets are very welcome. Rollesby is four miles from the nearest sandy beaches and four miles from river access to The Norfolk Broads at Potter Heigham. Ideally situated for walking, bird watching, sailing, beaches, sea-side and family attractions. The village has a delightful cafe/restaurant overlooking Rollesby Broad serving morning coffee, lunches and afternoon teas at The Waterside - guests can take a trip on the Broad on Gentleman Jim, weather dependent! The Boathouse is two miles from the cottage, a newly refurbished pub, restaurant and wedding venue overlooking the Broad. Stunning beaches at Winterton on Sea are just 10 minutes away with the famous Grey Seal colony at Horsey just a few miles further along the coast.

Property manager

Jo Bishop

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Great Yarmouth

Located in Great Yarmouth, this cottage is in a rural area. Toad Hole Cottage and Museum of the Broads are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Oasis Amusements. Travelling with kids? Consider Lost World Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Yarmouth Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rollesby, Norfolk

What's nearby

Norfolk Broads - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
Britannia Pier Theatre - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
The Pleasure Beach - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
Great Yarmouth Beach - 24 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

Acle Station - 14 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Bell - ‬7 min drive
‪King's Arms Public House, Martham - ‬5 min drive
‪The Boathouse - ‬3 min drive
‪The Bermuda Club - ‬7 min drive
‪Lion Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is March Breaks - Special Offer from £425 per week. Contact host for best prices. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at March Breaks - Special Offer from £425 per week. Contact host for best prices.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at March Breaks - Special Offer from £425 per week. Contact host for best prices.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is March Breaks - Special Offer from £425 per week. Contact host for best prices. located?

This family-friendly Great Yarmouth cottage is located in a rural location, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Norfolk Broads, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Oasis Amusements. Lost World Adventure Golf and Caister-on-Sea Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

18 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Lovely cottage -we all had a good time. Dogs enjoyed beaches. We hope to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

28 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb property

Fantastic property, quiet and very clean. Had everything you needed for your stay. Large enclosed garden which the dogs loved. Will definitely book this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

3 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

Lovely cottage. Really quiet location…ideally placed to explore the broads. Minor issue with fridge resolved very quickly with no hassle. Nice big garden for our chocolate lab.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

21 Nov, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely accommodation.

This location was a good for broads and beach. We enjoyed our stay and would visit again. Extra little attention to details were appreciated. Everything was great.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Y.

30 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calm and quiet

Beautiful holiday cottage and lovely interaction with owner.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myra H.

17 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Norfolk getaway

Porters cottage is a very well thought out property. It has most of the things you need while staying and is comfortable and homely. The garden is a good size for a medium sized dog and the area is a good base.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Denise O.

2 Jul, 2022

Liked: Listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Comfortable

Everything there you need, set-tie needs updating, needs freshening update, lovely garden. If you can’t walk far need to drive to amenities . Overall we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

IAN B.

28 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

Homely cottage in a quiet location.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

19 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for our family of four and our dog

Just back from an absolutely perfect stay. The cottage is beautifully furnished and so comfortable. Our dog was absolutely in her element with the enclosed garden and it was so gorgeously quiet we all enjoyed sitting out there with her with a glass of wine in the evening. Perfect location for exploring the broads, beaches and nearby Great Yarnmouth. Everything we could have possibly needed was provided. Can’t say enough good things about our stay, would recommend to all.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martine S.

4 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, well situated cottage for exploring Norfolk

First time visiting Norfolk with the family and we were not disappointed. Jo was friendly & helpful and the cottage is wonderful. It had everything we needed to feel at home, as well as being very clean. It's well situated to explore the Broads as well as some amazing sandy beaches.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

28 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Lovely stay in a great location. All on one level which was safe for our 2 young girls. Nice little touches such as stories and games which our girls loved. Thanks Jo.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

9 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Lovely cottage for use as a base to explore Norfolk and the Broads. Jo's communication was first class throughout and we had no issues at all during our stay. I can see the benefits of the cottage for dog owners as it has an enclosed garden and is close to the beaches. Overall, a very relaxing weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe B.

3 Apr, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well located cosy cottage

Great little place to stay 10 mins from the beach and some lovely walks, Jo was very helpful, it has every you need,in thi quiet and cosy cottage, and great for the dog, will cook again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

20 Feb, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break

Porters cottage was a lovely find. Perfect place to stay. Very clean and well equipped and Jo is lovely.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

jane w.

17 Feb, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for exploring Norfolk

Easy access to other places. Seals at Horsey Gap amazing.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

16 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideally positioned for access to the coast or the Broads.

Accurate description given of a beautifully appointed cottage in a lovely setting. Comfortably furnished and well-equipped with a lovely enclosed garden which was ideal for our Spaniel.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fleur B.

27 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great area to explore the Broads

Tidy and clean and in a quiet area but easy to access the main roads to visit places of interest.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C., Leighton Buzzard

13 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Thank you Jo! Easy from start to finish. Great cottage, really home from home. Well equipped cottage perfect for a break. Near to Winterton which has the most amazing dog friendly beach! Fantastic location for local ‘tourist attractions’. Horsey to see the seals is a must! We can’t wait to return and stay at the cottage again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

20 Aug, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay in this beautiful cottage

We had an amazing 7 days away in this fantastic cottage in August. The cottage itself was a dream, the kitchen is equipped with everything you could possibly need. The living room is so cozy with very comfy sofas with plenty of seating. It has a large screen tv, DVD player And ps3 which my son loved! The en-suite bathrooms were a treat, no fighting over the bathroom in the mornings! The beds are so incredibly comfortable with very good quality bedding also, we all slept so well every night. And as for the garden....I don’t think the pictures do it justice, it was a lot bigger than I thought and perfect for kids and dogs. We spent many hours out in the enclosed garden. During the day it is an absolute sun trap and then you get some shade from early evening which was great for us as we were there during the heatwave. Jo and her husband are lovely and very accommodating and we were even treated to a welcome pack of fresh flowers, cookies, tea, coffee, sugar and milk! The small touches were really appreciated like the hand soap, washing and dishwasher liquid, salt and pepper as well as the homely decorations and art in every room. There is also everything you would need for a break ironing board and iron, hoover, pegs, hairdryer etc they have literally thought of everything! The area is perfect, very rural and quiet at night but everything you could want like supermarkets, beaches, places to eat and attractions just a short drive away. We visited local beaches, restaurants and attractions all a short distance away. We even visited the car boot sales in Rollesby and Arminghall which were great mornings out, played crazy golf as well as hired a boat on the Norfolk broads for the day (dogs allowed). We had a fun packed break and I can’t wait to return! Thank you so much Jo!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

8 Aug, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning cottage and beautiful location

We have just come back from a fantastic week at Porters Cottage! It was immaculately clean throughout and you would never know that dogs had been in the property. The cottage is cosy but big and airy and the garden is 3 times the size of the photos. Its an idylic setting in the countryside and so peaceful but a perfect base for the beach and broads. Jo was a brilliant host - made sure we had everything we needed and gave us her contact details if we needed them but then left us to it. We booked this as a last minute holiday when our holiday was cancelled because of covid and we didnt know what to expect but it exceed all our expectations - I would recommend the cottage to my family and friends without hestitation. Its a little gem - we absolutely loved it and cant wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rositsa S.

8 Jan, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

It was great staying in this lovely cottage. It has an amazing location - close to all sorts of amenities whilst being remote enough for us to enjoy peace and quiet when we wanted them.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicky Thomas

3 Jan, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

We had such a wonderful stay at Porters Cottage! The Cottage itself is very spacious and comfortable, has all the amenities that you need and very clean. On arrival we were welcomed with Xmas goodies and a beautiful Xmas tree, and Jo was very helpful whenever we needed advice/information about the cottage or local area. We are looking forward to going back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

12 Aug, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy, comfortable and pet friendly

A great experience from start to finish. Booking was so easy and our host Jo was super attentive and helpful. She gave us great recommendations for restaurants and places to visit and even popped in on our first night to check everything was ok. She was very relaxed about us having a young puppy with us, and generally made us all feel very welcome. The Cottage was located in a quiet, pretty village with lots of great walks all around and great beaches just a short drive away. We would definitely return to Porters Cottage in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma C., Luton

12 Aug, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage for families and dogs

Perfect for families with young children as all on one level. Great for dogs as a wonderful, secure garden which was a real sun trap! Lovely peaceful village setting but only 10 minutes drive from Caister-on-Sea or Great Yarmouth. Photos really didn’t do this place justice as it was lovely and immaculately clean. The owner was very accommodating and went out of her way to ensure we had everything we needed. We hope to visit again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Aug, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

We have stayed at Porters Cottage for 3 years and have booked another 2. It has the perfect location for the places and beaches we wish to visit. It's an amazing cottage and Jo cares for it exceptionally.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jo Bishop

Porters Cottage is an established holiday cottage welcoming returning guests year after year. As a family business our priority is to ensure your holiday starts as soon as you arrive and we aim to offer excellent customer service to ensure your holiday is stress free. Having lived in Norfolk for many years we can help with any questions you may have and offer suggestions for great days out, places to eat and drink and being dog lovers the best dog friendly establishments which are also human friendly. We understand the importance of customer expectations and aim to exceed them.

Our repeat bookings are very high which we believe speaks for our commitment to offering you a holiday to remember. Our changeover day is usually a Friday with weekly bookings taken during peak seasons. However l aim to be as flexible as possible so please don't hesitate to contact me should you require an alternative arrival day or duration. I own and manage the property myself ensuring all messages are dealt with in a timely manner. Should you require further information about the cottage or location, the Porters Cottage, Rollesby, website and Facebook page offers more details, photos, reviews and the best prices available. You can also contact me personally via these forums.

I hope to welcome you to Porters Cottage and look forward to hearing from you.

Best Wishes
Jo

Why they chose this property

Guests who stay here always remark on the fact that the cottage is in a very quiet and tranquil setting whilst only being a short drive away from stunning sandy beaches at Winterton-on-sea, river access to The Broads at Potter Heigham and a 30 minute drive from Norwich and many family attractions. Great Yarmouth itself offers the normal seaside fun which many families enjoy for a day out.

Furthermore, l pride myself on offering quality fixtures and fittings, linen, bedding etc. I aim to create a relaxing, cosy environment within the property paying attention to those added extras allowing my guests to feel at home and comfortable as soon as they walk through the door.

Throughout the year there are many different things to do and see. The Seal colony at Horsey is a 20 minute drive from the cottages and provides wonderful viewing when the pups are born during December and January - fantastic beach walks during Xmas and the New Year - and seals are usually evident along the coast either swimming or sunbathing at other times of the year.

What makes this property unique

Originally a hay barn Porters Cottage dates back to the 17th century formerly within the grounds of The Old Court House. Full of character and historical interest Porters Cottage now offers very comfortable accommodation whilst maintaining its charm. Both bedrooms offer full ensuite bathrooms with a bath and overhead shower, a fully enclosed garden is perfect for those wishing to bring dogs and also those with young families. Porters Cottage offers peace and tranquility a real chance to relax and unwind in the beautiful Norfolk countryside.