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Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk

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A spacious living room with a large wooden cabinet, leather sofas, a coffee table with magazines, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a wooden countertop.
A two-story house with a gravel driveway, multiple windows, and potted plants.
A living room with a sofa and armchair, large windows, and a view of a green field.
A building entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a bell.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Cranworth. Norfolk, ENG
  • Place, Melsop Farm Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Snetterton Circuit
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Thetford

Located in Thetford, this cottage is in a rural area. Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum and Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station and Melsop Farm Park. Dereham Leisure Centre and Mid-Norfolk Railway - East Dereham Station are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Cranworth. Norfolk, ENG

What's nearby

  • Melsop Farm Park - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum - 16 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Dereham Windmill - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Snetterton Circuit - 20 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 14 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Royal Standard - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Romany Rye - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Greenstone - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Auntie Anne's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk on 25 Nov 2026 start from £817, 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 at Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful historic cottage in the heart of Norfolk located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station, Melsop Farm Park and Strikes Bowling. Dereham Leisure Centre and Mid-Norfolk Railway - East Dereham Station are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage. Attentive host. Lovely location. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter bank holiday

A beautiful cottage with everything that you need. Lovely and spacious, garden was perfect and had stunning views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for near family

Very peaceful. Near Dereham for family visit.Great for 4 adults needing a seperate bedroom each
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend

Wonderful property, literally everything you might need, beautifully clean, lovely walks along the sleepy village lanes. Beautiful garden and surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2021
Thanks Carole it was a pleasure to meet you all thanks for being perfect guests
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent the most amazing Christmas at Eight Ball House. The house is beautiful and the most equipped holiday let we have ever stayed in, there was everything you could possibly need and more. Spotlessly clean and lovely and warm. Would highly recommend to all
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

peirce family

Had a great stay ideal place for us as a family group for sons wedding.All the little personal touches meant a lot to us all.The cottage gave us lots to talk about at the wedding and hope to return some time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Property in a Lovely Location

Excellent communication. Ample parking. The property was immaculate, with a nice mix of modern and antique furniture. The kitchen had everything you could need, and more. Comfortable beds. Lovely grounds with great views, and we were treated to a couple of amazing sunsets. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2021
Thank you so much for your lovely review and for leaving everything so spotless it was a pleasure to host for you all look forward to seeing you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Very good location, central to all areas. Really well stocked accommodation. Everything worked! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just lovely!

Renovated with care and attention, Eight Balls is a lovely, spacious and well equipped "home" combining elegance and comfort. The owners were friendly, welcoming but not intrusive. A great place to relax but with many options of things to do and places to go within easy access.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage with everything you could need

Beautiful cottage, elegantly furnished and well equipped with much more than the standard self-catering fare: plenty of loo rolls, kitchen towels, dishwasher tablets, cleaning products, oil, even herbs and spices. Lovely outdoor space too, and a friendly welcome from the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant

Our second visit and it was terrific. The accommodation suits us perfectly, with plenty of room and absolutely everything we needed. The beautiful weather meant we could eat outside every evening, and the views over the fields and of the sunsets were wonderful. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful Christmas Getaway

Our stay at Quarter Cottages was everything we needed to be able to enjoy Christmas. The property is spotlessly clean with antique furniture. The beds are huge and comfortable, the wardrobes and mirrors large and stately. Everything we wanted was provided by our charming host Lesley. One wardrobe is filled with indoor games, great for a family gathering. There are book shelves full of information relating to the property's historical beginning during WW2 and the local history generally. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2020
Jennifer and her family left the house lovely. They were a pleasure to host and we can’t wait for them to re book
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Eight Ball Cottage

The property was exactly as described. Very clean and well stocked, and everything worked when required. Lesley was very helpful in the lead up to our stay. Would definitely recommend and would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2020
Many thanks for your review and for being such great guests and leaving the property lovely and tidy. We would welcome you back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8 Ball is 5 stars

Had a fantastic stay @ 8 Ball Cottage , played golf at 3 local Courses , this way a great base To come back to after a hard day On the golf course 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely base for a family break

Great hospitality and facilities. Spotlessly clean. Made to feel very welcome by the owners. Great for young families (no stairs).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8 Ball Cottage Cranworth

Amazing property eqippped with everything you need and more in a beautiful and peaceful rural location but only a few miles from lots of places to visit and the coast. Had a great holiday and Lesley and her family are lovely. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

The property was in a beautiful very quiet countryside setting. The house was immaculate throughout and tastefully decorated to a very high standard ,with comfortable beds and furniture. The hosts were on hand and very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely break

The property was amazing. Plenty of room for three adults and three children. It was clean, warm and welcoming with every convenience we could hope for. The bottle of prosecco was an added (and very welcome) bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend away with friends

We really enjoyed our weekend at 8ball cottage. The location is very remote but that's what we loved. The pictures don't do this property justice, it's very spacious. 6 adults and a small baby and we had plenty of room. Lovely added touches with tea bags and coffee machine etc made life easy for the weekend. Thank you for your hospitality, we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spacious, Clean, Very Comfortable, every facility you would need!

A Really great property, Very Clean - well looked after by experienced hosts! would recommend it to anyone! Well appointed Kitchen- Diner, BBQ area, Spacious Lounge, Great Bathrooms and very comfortable Beds. Very Quiet Well off the beaten track, but great for exploring Norfolk Only negative - WIFI was very slow, sometimes difficult to access
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Well thought out. Beautifully decorated and furnished to a very high standard.

Despite the relative remoteness of the property to places of interest in this part of Norfolk, the property itself suited our needs exceedingly well. We have rarely stayed in a self-catering property that has been so well appointed; well-thought out; with excellent, clean, shiny bathrooms; superb beds and bed linen topped off with friendly, helpful and welcoming owners. As a family of 4 adults and one child, with one of the adults having significant mobility issues 8 Ball House catered for our various needs very well indeed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
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