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The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat

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A cozy outdoor seating area with a wicker sofa and a small table, a brick building with a green roof, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A two-story house with a gravel driveway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and tall trees.
A cozy living room with a white sofa, patterned cushions, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with white upper cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a blue lower cabinet.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a Christmas tree, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located in a rural setting, this 1-bedroom vacation home accommodates 3 guests and features 1 bathroom. Enjoy adventure activities like motorboating, game walks, and birdwatching. It is pet-friendly, making it suitable for travelers with pets. Nearby attractions include Reedham Marina and Strumpshaw Steam Museum.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Norfolk Broads
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Halvergate, Norfolk
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrow Road Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, University of East Anglia
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat

The Fieldhouse is our lovely little pet-friendly, self-contained, detached annex/guest house located on the grounds of the old Halvergate village school. It has the Norfolk broads and marshes on its door step with the stunning Norfolk beaches, Norwich and Great Yarmouth close by. It is truly a home from home, with a lounge with sofa bed, fully equipped kitchen, bedroom with king bed, and bathroom with bath/shower, with parking and outdoor sofa, BBQ and table and chairs in the large garden.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not child-proofed for the little ones.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The bins are located by the shed on your way out. Green bin is for rubbish and grey for recycle. The red bin is for pet waste.
Please return the key to the keybox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11039961
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this holiday home is in a rural area. Elizabethan House Museum and Pavilion Theatre Gorleston are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pettitts Animal Adventure Park and Reedham Marina. Joyland and Sea Life Great Yarmouth are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.
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Halvergate, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Carrow Road Stadium - 23 min drive - 29.0 km
  • University of East Anglia - 28 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Snetterton Circuit - 47 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

  • Acle Station - 6 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Heron - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sitting Duck - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shoulder Of Mutton - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat?

As of 22 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat on 23 Oct, 2026 start from S$300, 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 The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fieldhouse: Cosy Pet-Friendly Norfolk Broads Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Norfolk Broads and within 6 miles (10 km) of Pettitts Animal Adventure Park and Reedham Marina. Strumpshaw Parish Hall and Strumpshaw Steam Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay, the property was perfect in every way, WF great, lovely bath with plenty of hot water. Cooking facilities were excellent, Garden perfect for dog and us. The host's and accommodation were 5*.Great area for walks with the dog and plenty to see and do.Highly recommend, will definitely be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Lovely property with everything supplied for a cosy stay. Host very welcoming and Willow the poodle was extra welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2026
Thanks so much for your kind review. Willow misses your hospitality.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little place that had everything we needed. Perfect for our relaxing couple of days!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely well appointed tranquil stay

Very clean and all very modern, beautiful surroundings and really helpful host on site
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bijou but comfortable property in a quiet village. The property has everything you need for a comfortable stay for a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Great accommodation, immaculate lovely place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Base

Nice comfortable property with everything that you need. In a nice location for visiting the coast and the broads.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet location

A very nice little place decorated to a good standard, clean & tidy with all the comforts of home in a rural location enables a good night's sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cosy stay

Easy to find but secluded stay tucked just off the A47. Everything you could need for a stay, including biscuits, towels and bowls for the dogs. Kitchen, bathroom and bedroom all modern and well equipped. Brilliant walks just on the doorstep and a short drive away, wished could have stayed a few more days to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend trip

Lovely little property, with all amenities for cooking . Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Norfolk's best kept secret

Fantastic place to stay:in the country but not too far from the coast or Norwich. Really well equipped cottage with lovely decorations. Glenn was a brilliant host. If you're visiting near Norwich this is the place to stay. Did I mention the scenic walks. .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Halvergate

Lovely cosy property, beautifully decorated and well equipped for self-catering travellers. We had a great stay, exploring the Norfolk Broads, and our host was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All worked perfectly - found the coffee pot but wonder if a coffee machine might be a good addition to the property?
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

A lovely property, clean, comfortable with everything you need. The location behind the old school house was great. Loved the details...the bedroom wall, the framed photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fieldhouse

A very comfortable, clean & well equipped accommodation it had everything you could want on a break. Everything is excellent except it is very closed in around the outside I imagined from the title there were going to be views.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just the Job

The Fieldhouse is perfect for exploring the local area. If you are looking for somewhere peaceful, comfortable and cosy this is the place for you. Glen, our host, could not have been more helpful. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was ideal. It provided immediate walkable access to the local heritage charm and the protected marshland was just a short distance away. It would be a great place for a retreat, bird enthusiast and local history. Although Halvergate is a small village, it has easy access to Acle (closest) as well as Norwich and Great Yarmouth. Taxi service is available and prompt. The owners were responsive to questions and went out of their way to make my stay exactly what I intended. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Beautiful property. They have thought of everything you could possibly need to enjoy a comfortable stay. Was clean and quiet and decorated to a high standard The gardens are immaculate and as a keen gardener myself I appreciated that Host kept in touch to check if we needed anything. We stayed for the weekend with our dog and he enjoyed sitting outside with us You do need a car to get around but worth it as the property is tucked away and peaceful We will definitely be visiting again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!!!

The cottage was smaller than expected, but don’t be put off by that!! It was all we needed for our stay. It’s very comfy and well equipped. Everything we needed for our week. We took our dog with us, but the garden is not secure right now, but that will be sorted in the near future. I’d measure the owner to find out. But it’s a very convenient location for some beautiful walks too. Really loved our stay xx
Horsey Windmill
Walk to Acle
National trust Blickley Park
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini moon for our daughter and husband

We booked this short stay for our daughter and new husband for their wedding gift. They say the accommodation was excellent, clean, home from home with all the mod cons you need for a short stay. Slightly difficult to find as property is hidden behind high bushes but the host was excellent at directions. They would definitely return. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home from Home

On our arrival we were greeted by Georgie, Glenn and Willow their dog, we entered the cottage and couldn’t believe how beautiful and clean it was, there was everything you needed for your stay, the bed was very comfortable and we slept so well. The cottage is situated off the road and was so quiet only the birds you could hear, our two dogs had a roam around the garden and said hello to Willow. Georgie was very helpful and understanding especially when our old dog Ellie had an accident on the door mat, I would definitely recommend this cottage for your stay 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

There were too many flies in the cottage

We don’t know what happened in that place but for it to be painted in only 2 small places 10 minutes before we arrived was vey strange and it was literally full of flies throughout our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway

Glen has a beautiful property located in a peaceful part of the countryside in Norfolk, you would need a car when visiting as nothing close by. The place itself has everything you need and was really modern and clean We were staying with our 6 week old baby, and glen ensured we had a infant towel as well as our towels so we could bath him. A lovely thoughtful touch. Check in was easy as keyless and communication from host was easy.. our only downfall was when something came up and we really could have done with rescheduling there wasn’t much flexibility on it .. I know its peak season so will accept it Overall a beautiful place and will 1000% return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice building quiet and pretty garden. The host was helpful and sorted out a minor problem quickly. The accommodation was comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. One change I would recommend and that's the shower could be made easier to operate and a few cleaning products wouldn't go amiss
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice compact place, perfect for a long weekend or short break. In a very quiet village, so it was wonderfully peaceful. Glenn very kindly provided some treats and poo bags for our dog. A nicely presented space overall and a good base to drive from around other parts of Norfolk. But don't waste your time on the local pub - it was unkempt, unloved and owners unfriendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Hewson

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Hi I'm Glenn. I'm a management consultant specialising in product and go-to-market strategy in the Tech and food sectors.

I moved to beautiful Norfolk from California to be with my bride and have never looked back. Our mission is to continue to turn our old village school into a personal home and show off Norfolk to our guests.

Why they chose this property

We bought the old village school because we were looking for project home with character, a large garden and a semi-rural location but close to a city with restaurants, theatre and transit connections. With School Lodge we got all of it plus better weather, the Broads and beaches and the opportunity to share it with others through the creation of two independent, self-contained holiday lets.

What makes this property unique

The property has keyless entry and off-street parking. You’ll be given a code for your stay and have the ability to come and go as you please.
You will have your own kitchen and dinning space making meal times easy. There is a double bedroom with king bed with Emma mattress, and the lounge also has a double sofa bed for additional sleeping space. There is also a beautiful garden, ideal for enjoying the Norfolk sunshine reading a book or having a BBQ.

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