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Comfortable living area | Willow Cottage, Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham
Kitchen area with breakfast bar | Willow Cottage, Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham
Warm and welcoming double bedroom | Willow Cottage, Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham
Well=appointed kitchen area | Willow Cottage, Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham
  • Place, Pensthorpe Natural Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham

Surrounded by pretty villages, this cosy cottage nestles in the heart of north Norfolk and is the perfect retreat for couples.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 42" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Playstation 3, Multi-Fuel Burner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

First Floor:

Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), 42" Freeview TV, DVD Player Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for multi-fuel burner included. Welcome pack. Outbuilding with freezer. Small enclosed artificially lawned front garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Set within the sought after village of Great Ryburgh, Willow Cottage is the perfect retreat for guests seeking somewhere beautiful in which to relax after a busy day out and about. With all fittings brand new in 2018, this property adjoins the owner’s holiday home (which is rarely used) and has been furnished and decorated to provide everything needed for the perfect stay, including a wood burner for those cosy evenings in.

Great Ryburgh has its own fish and chip shop as well as a butchers, and lies close to the stunning North Norfolk coastline. You can travel to Wells-next-the-Sea in just 20 minutes, where you will find an unspoilt and much photographed quay, a wide sandy beach, a single gauge railway that almost delivers you right to the sand. There is also a great mix of traditional seaside shops and boutiques, and lots of great places to eat and drink. If you can tear yourself away, you can head east or west from here to discover pretty coastal towns and villages with a host of different coastal habitats including sand and shingle beaches, marshes and quays. Head east and explore Cromer with its famous pier and Edwardian seafront, or west and discover all the fun of the fair at Hunstanton. Make sure to stop off at all the pretty seaside villages and towns in between.

Closer to home lies Pensthorpe Natural Park, Norfolk’s biggest tourist attraction, which is home to a variety of wildlife and offers garden trails in a sprawling countryside lake and woodland conservation park. The Thursford Collection, with its much celebrated Thursford Christmas Spectacular is also nearby. Travel just a little further and explore the Norfolk Broads, either on a day launch or on an organised tour. Or, for a change of pace, head into the medieval city of Norwich with its splendid Norman Castle and numerous museums, galleries and attractions. Add in National Trust sites and stately homes such as The Blickling Estate and Holkham Hall and you will see that there really is something for everyone in this part of Norfolk. Fakenham is just 4 miles away with four supermarkets, cinema, flea market and an auction on Thursdays. Golf is available locally and there is horse racing at Pudding Norton, near Fakenham. You are sure to return to Willow Cottage for another lovely stay just so you can fit it all in. Beach 13 miles. Shop 200 yards, pub (temporarily closed) and restaurant 450 yards.

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Suitable for up to 2 pets
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Fakenham

Fakenham is home to this cottage. Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse and Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Strikes Bowling and Whin Hill Cider. Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station and Woad Centre are also worth visiting.
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Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham

What's nearby

  • Pensthorpe Natural Park - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 18 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse - 20 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 22 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Bure Valley Railway - 22 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sculthorpe Mill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonalds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Limes (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham?

As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham on May 14, 2026 start from $387, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Great Ryburgh, near Fakenham located?

Situated in Fakenham, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Pensthorpe Natural Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station and The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham. Woad Centre and Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn Stanley

Lovely little cottage very well equipped and very clean.

Lovely little cottage very well equipped and very clean. A bottle of bubbly and chocolates and a pint of milk in the fridge awaited us. Great location for visiting all the lovely villages in North Norfolk and the coast.
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10/10 Excellent

Graham Cox C.

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

Great holiday Cottage nr Fakenham

A lovely cottage , in a lovely location and great hosts.We had a great 4 night stay .Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Pearson

Lovely cottage, would highly recommend.

Lovely cottage, would highly recommend.Warm & comfortable within an easy commute of the coast and local attractions.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christine Richardson

Willow Cottage had everything needed for our first holiday with our two dogs.

Willow Cottage had everything needed for our first holiday with our two dogs.The welcome pack for us and dogs was much appreciated.The key safe on the front door we found difficult to open on arrival and departure.It was a fantastic relaxing time spent at Willow Cottage.Thanks again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Very comfortable

The place was spotless, everything needed was there. The bed was very comfortable and although the settee was comfy it was very low.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

phil b.

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

Wow

Everything excellent
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect post-lockdown break.

Perfect post-lockdown break. Well equipped, clean and stylish cottage. Close to local sights and attractions. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Willow Cottage is beautiful, the owners have thought of everything.

Willow Cottage is beautiful, the owners have thought of everything. It was clean, comfortable and stylish. When we arrived there was milk in the fridge and organic Prosecco and chocolates to welcome us :) Think I may have used the wrong bins for rubbish/recycling so might be an idea to note this in your folder, I did not want to leave :) Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

WALKER-HAZELL

Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean and decorated throughout to a very high spec.

Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean and decorated throughout to a very high spec. The real log fire, big cosy bed, lobby area for muddy boots and front courtyard for dog-washing are all worth a special mention. Everything has been thought about with great care in this cottage, to make your stay that extra bit more comfortable, with some delightful extras including toys, bed, blankets & towels for your dog and a bottle of prosecco and chocolates and dog treats on arrival. There are however a few things that need mentioning, that weren't clear from the description: The "enclosed garden" is literally the courtyard at the front. Which, although functional, is not big enough to keep an active dog occupied. I mistakenly thought there was a back garden. Dogs are not allowed upstairs, which, if your pooch isn't used to this, makes it quite a stressful holiday trying to keep them downstairs. Although it says "open plan" the downstairs is literally one small room; kitchen/breakfast bar/sofa area, so if you like a bit of space or privacy, this wouldn't be for you, and if you have an active dog, as we do, it does start to feel a bit claustrophobic. That said, it is certainly lovely and cosy! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

It was a delightful little cottage and we really enjoyed our stay.

It was a delightful little cottage and we really enjoyed our stay. We thought it was a lovely touch leaving the wine, chocolates and even some dog biscuits for us. We were in easy reaching distance of all the places we wanted to visit. We would definitely recommend it to our family and friends. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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Hi, spent a lovely week at cottage, very spacious, very hi spec accommodation in our top 3 cottages we have stopped in Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Anne

The cottage was tiny but perfectly formed more than adequate for our use.

The cottage was tiny but perfectly formed more than adequate for our use.The garden was a postage stamp inadequate for an active dog... also the dog was not allowed upstairs . Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Lovely, cosy & dog friendly.

Lovely, cosy & dog friendly. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

A

Awesome cottage thought of everything had the best week with my daughter and two dogs thank you Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Absolutely loved Willow Cottage.

Absolutely loved Willow Cottage. Decorated lovely inside, so clean, comfortable and cosy, just perfect for 2 people and our dog. Nice welcome pack on arrival, lots of extras for the dog too. A really quiet peaceful place to stay, with lots of places to visit in surrounding areas. Take care when driving as it drops dark as there are lots of wild deer.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bill

the cottage was very impressive as we entered the building, the Welcome pack was received well by my

the cottage was very impressive as we entered the building, the Welcome pack was received well by my wife and I and also our dog Milo for the dog biscuits. we could not fault the contents included in the cottage. The one fail we had was the couch was a little low for my wife and I to get up from, as we are getting on a bit, it was comfy though.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David

Very pleasant little cottage, very clean and the area was quiet with friendly people.

Very pleasant little cottage, very clean and the area was quiet with friendly people. The only downside for us was the soundproofing of the cottage. Every little noise inside could be heard upstairs from the downstairs and vice versa.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tom

The best place we have stayed in the UK, would highly recommend to anyone especially if you have a d

The best place we have stayed in the UK, would highly recommend to anyone especially if you have a dog. Everything is well catered for and thought out. Modern, comfortable, and beautiful cottage. Honestly couldn't find a bad thing to say if I tried. Will certainly be going back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pam

What a lovely cottage.

What a lovely cottage. Everything you could wish for. Clean, well equipped and very comfortable. The small enclosed garden was more then adequate for our spaniel after a day out. The bike store was nice and secure. Very dog friendly. The village was quiet the community shop and fish and chip shop very handy. We had a nice meal at the dog friendly Blue Boar. Well situated for travelling to the coast and the broads. We will definitely return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Comfortable home from home.

Comfortable home from home.. but further from coast on rural roads then we wanted
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

A very clean and comfortable cottage.

A very clean and comfortable cottage.Our dog loved it ,but he could get through the railings ,he is a small jack Russell.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

john

everything you need from a holiday cottage was there, in a good position to get to all places in no

everything you need from a holiday cottage was there, in a good position to get to all places in north Norfolk. just what we wanted.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

christine

lovely cottage , very dog friendly , good location for getting around , we would certainly would boo

lovely cottage , very dog friendly , good location for getting around , we would certainly would book it again in the future and would recommend it to friends and family .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Terence and Christine

Excellent quiet pleasant area, ideal for touring North Norfolk.

Excellent quiet pleasant area, ideal for touring North Norfolk.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

F

Fantastic cottage

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