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

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Interior
Interior
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rollesby, Norfolk
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Yarmouth Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, University of East Anglia
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪40 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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11212430
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. Britannia Pier Theatre and The David Howkins Museum of Memories 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Rollesby, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 26 min drive - 16.7 km
  • The Pleasure Beach - 28 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Gorleston Beach - 31 min drive - 21.5 km
  • University of East Anglia - 38 min drive - 44.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The King's Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ferry Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Planet Spice - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bermuda Club - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic Cottage - Detached, Private Garden, Dog Friendly - 2 Ensuite Bedrooms. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Idyllic Cottage - Detached, Private Garden, Dog Friendly - 2 Ensuite Bedrooms.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic Cottage - Detached, Private Garden, Dog Friendly - 2 Ensuite Bedrooms.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic Cottage - Detached, Private Garden, Dog Friendly - 2 Ensuite Bedrooms.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

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. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect, loved the living area very sociable, and loved the two bedrooms with their bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with a dog friendly garden. Cottage was well equipped with all that you would need. Lots of places of interest close by and dog friendly pubs for food/drinks.Very much enjoyed our stay. Many thanks to Jo, our host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Paul, Thankyou so much for taking the time to leave a review. Im so pleased you enjoyed your stay and all the cottage and location has to offer. I hope to welcome you back to Porters Cottage. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Hi Karen Thankyou so much for taking the time to review Porters Cottage, your kind words are much appreciated. Hopefully l will welcome you again in the future. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Hi Diane Thankyou for taking the time to review Porters Cottage, it is much appreciated. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the location. Hopefully l can welcome you again to Porters Cottage. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thankyou so much for your lovely review and taking the time to do so, it is very appreciated. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Y.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Suzanne, Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review of Porters Cottage, l'm pleased you enjoyed your stay and the peace and quiet. Hopefully l'll get to welcome you once again. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thankyou for taking the time to review Porters Cottage, l'm pleased you found the cottage comfortable and homely. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

6/10 Okay

Denise O.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Denise Thankyou for your review. Im sorry you felt the furniture and cottage needs a freshening update. The entire property was redecorated in October 2021. The cottage is a very old property and l have chosen a style l feel is inkeeping with the period. I personally dont think a super modern look would work in such a property. Please message me directly with more detail particularly with regards to the settee as l appreciate all reviews / feedback. Thankyou once again for taking the time to review Porters Cottage. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IAN B.

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

Peaceful retreat

Homely cottage in a quiet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thankyou Ian for your review, l sincerely appreciate you taking the time. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Sarah, What a lovelt review, thankyou so much. You obviously enjoyed the cottage and the peace and tranquility it offers. Im so pleased you had such a lovely holiday. Very Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martine S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thankyou Martine for your lovely review, l really appreciate you taking the time, lm so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding areas. Thankyou again Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Sarah, Thankyou so much for taking the time to leave a review, lm so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the location, your comments are much appreciated. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear James. Thankyou so much for your review it is genuinely appreciated. Im so pleased you had a relaxing stay at Porters Cottage and enjoyed the location to explore. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe B.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Donna, Thankyou so much for taking the time to leave a review, it is very much appreciated. It was lovely to meet you all and lm so pleased you enjoyed your break. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

8/10 Good

jane w.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review, l am pleased you enjoyed the location and got to see the beautiful seals. Best Wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Colin, Thankyou for taking the time to post a review, it is genuinely appreciated. Im glad you enjoyed your break at Porters Cottage. I hope to welcome you again in the future. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fleur B.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thankyou Fleur for leaving a review, it really helps future guests with their decision for a place to stay. Im pleased you enjoyed the location and thankyou for commenting on the cleanliness of the property. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Jessica, Thankyou so miuch for such a lovely review and for taking the time to post it, it is genuinely appreciated. Im so pleased you enjoyed staying at Porters Cottage and l look forward to hopefully welcoming you again. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Michelle. Thankyou so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review, l'm so pleased you loved the cottage. Customer reviews are very helpful to future guests so thankyou once again. I sincerely hope to welcome you back to Porters Cottage. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Anna, Thankyou so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. It was lovely meeting you and your family and l am so pleased you had such a great holiday. Hopefully l'll get to welcome you again to Porters Cottage. Best Wishes Jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rositsa S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky Thomas

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Jackie. Thankyou for your lovely review of the cottage and the surrounding areas. Im so pleased you found the cottage comfortable and of course suitable for your gorgeous puppy Lola. It was lovely meeting you all. Best Wishes Jo

About the host

Hosted by Jo Bishop

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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.

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