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Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches

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A traditional brick building with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm pond with lily pads.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a pond with trees and a wooden fence in the background.
A calm river with several boats docked along the shore.
A brick building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a gravel driveway.
A cozy living room with a light blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • A quiet escape

    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Norfolk Broads
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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East Ruston, Norfolk
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Norfolk Coast
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, University of East Anglia
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches

A cosy traditional style cottage in a rural peaceful setting overlooking a picturesque lake. Ideal for couples and families looking for a relaxing holiday and as a great base to explore the Norfolk Broads, countryside, seaside towns and beaches.

You will find plenty of wildlife to enjoy around the lake and the cottage. A short stroll from the cottage is access to Weavers Way (a dismantled national railway footpath).

Lovely sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Happisburg and Mundesley all only a short drive away. The nearby town of Stalham has all the essential amenities like newsagents, local shops, banks, chemist, takeaways, pubs, and a Tesco with fuel garage.

Other popular villages and towns like Horning, Wroxham (for the Broads, boat trips and day boat hire), North Walsham, Cromer and Great Yarmouth, are within easy reach. The city of Norwich is a great place for shopping and sightseeing and is only a 30 min drive away. There are several National Trust properties within easy reach.

The cottage has an open plan ground floor. A comfortable lounge area, with flatscreen TV, DVD and video player, and radio (a library of videos, CDs and books are provided). The kitchen and dining area are well equipped with cooker, microwave and fridge freezer. Sliding patio doors from the lounge open onto a private patio area overlooking the lake. Young children should be supervised whilst around the lake area. Upstairs are two bedrooms; a double with views overlooking the lake to the rear, and a twin with countryside views to the front. Bathroom with a shower over the bath.

Bed linen, bathroom towels, tea towel, electric and heating are included.

Sorry no pets, smoking or EV charging.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

NB: direct access to the lake from the patio area.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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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

Take out the rubbish

Lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 711004
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this cottage is on a lake. Norfolk Broads and Norfolk Coast reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include East Ruston Old Vicarage and The Museum of the Broads. Rossis Leisure and Hoveton Hall Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
East Ruston, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Cromer Beach - 32 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Carrow Road Stadium - 40 min drive - 45.5 km
  • University of East Anglia - 42 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

  • North Walsham Station - 14 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪coffeesmiths - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Peasants’ Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shambles Bar Bistro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

As of 18 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches on 28 Sept, 2026 start from S$446, 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 Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Norfolk Broads and within 3 mi (5 km) of East Ruston Old Vicarage and Stalham Firehouse Museum. The Museum of the Broads is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here, really quiet location on a small lake. Excellent base to visit the broads as well as the coast. This may not be for everyone due to the dated interior but we loved the homely, looked after feel. There is no wifi and very little mobile reception so if you want to have a weekend 'off-grid' this is perfect. We are hoping to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. Pleased you loved your stay, the location and exploring the area. Hope to have you stay again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Small property in collection of holiday let properties in quiet rural setting, grounds by small lake/ waterways. Nice live living room overlooking the garden. Close access to signposted walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2026
Thank you for leaving a review of the cottage. Lovely to hear how you enjoyed the cottage outlook and nearby walks. I hope you’ll visit again soon.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lovely countryside location, but very poor for local amenities. Closest shops in Stalham or Walcott. Nice garden with pond view, but garden furniture needs renewing.But we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Basic but comfortable. Lovely setting, peaceful and a bonus patio. Very poor reception tv played up and DVD/ video didn’t work. Irregular hot water supply, sharp kitchen knives would have been useful. A thinner duvet would have made sleeping more comfortable as the weather was warm. Did not see the owner. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2026
Thank you for leaving a review. Pleased you liked the cottage setting and enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely peaceful location, clean and reasonably well equipped. Lots of attractions within easy reach, Given the lack of broadband (or mobile data signal) some up to date info would have been appreciated (nearest supermarket, more recent leaflets, appliance instructions etc). Unfortunately we had problems with the hot water which was lukewarm at best and ran out after only 1 shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cosy place

This is a nice cosy house in a quiet surroundings. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderfully Peaceful location

Another Great stay at Ruston Reeches. A very comfortable cottage in a truly idyllic spot. Looking forward to our next stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2022
Thank you for your review, lovely to know you had a great stay at the cottage. Hope you’ll visit again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely stay here, it’s very homely and the lake outside is beautiful. We enjoyed sitting outside lots and listening to the wildlife. The cottage is the perfect size for a small family and within driving distance to a lot of places. We will definitely be staying here again, thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The setting of this holiday home is amazing, the view onto the lake will be unforgettable! Also the surprise of seeing the swans' entire family in the lake and sunset view will stay in our memories.The house itself is good, a bit in the 90s style, but very nice living room space and terrace. Bedrooms and beds were comfortable. The biggest downside was that hot water that was coming and going and many times we ended up with cold baths which was disappointing. Internet completely absent (no WiFi) and reception in general very poor so we were quite cut off from the world. Kitchen was lacking some essential tools like a colander, we have been provided with only 1 towel per person, only 1 toilet paper roll and 1 drop of washing up liquid, so on this side not very generous privision. Also the laundry room is outside the house and for drying they charge 1 per 15 minutes with coins, so essentially not usable.Overall happy, but there could be some improvements!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil Setting

Comfortable cottage , in the Broaads not far from the sea.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2022
Thank you for leaving a review of your stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Listing accuracy

Very nice

Very comfortable furniture and beds good place to stay for visiting the broads
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2022
Thank you for your review, pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cosy rural cottage with all the facilities required for a comfortable stay

The house is located in beautiful surroundings. My daughter loved pond dipping in the lake. The house was lovely. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
I am pleased that you and your daughter enjoyed your stay at our cottage and it was lovely to hear she had fun being by the lake. Thank you for leaving a lovely review of our cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely and quiet holiday home

Very nice holiday home, no mobile phone signal and no internet is the only negative, everything else was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2022
Thank you for leaving a lovely review of your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location

A very peaceful and cosy stay with our two children. The breakfast swan visits from the nearby lake were very popular as were the extensive library of kids books. Overall very well equipped and comfortable. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2021
Thank you leaving a lovely review of your stay at the cottage. Hope you’ll stay again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

My only disappointment was that the glorious fishing pool had apparently been ravaged by otters.

Property was excellent in all respects.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2022
Thank you for leaving a review. Pleased you enjoyed your stay in the cottage. Sorry to hear the fishing was disappointing, the lovely lake area is an ongoing balance of working to maintain it in as natural a way with nature as possible and trying to keep that balance.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy cottage

Our second visit. Cottage had everything you need (except a good phone signal)! Cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2023
Thank you for your review. Pleased you enjoyed your second stay, hope to see you visit again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rural, peaceful location

Great location in a beautiful setting. Very poor signal on the mobile and no broadband but knew that anyway. Second time I’ve stayed. A bit of updating with decor as a bit tired but overall met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful cottage

Lovely cottage with views of the lake, lots of games, dvd's etc.No wifi but not a problem for us. Saw our first ever kingfisher through the lounge window!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place to get away from modern life

Spent a long weekend here and it was excellent. We didn't have a car with us but there are plenty of walks nearby and the beach was within cycling distance. I recommend East Ruston Vicarage Gardens for an afternoon out. There is an excellent collection of old James Bond VHS tapes for evenings in if the weather's bad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2021
Thank you for your review. Lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay and local area for walks, beaches and the vicarage gardens.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need. Doesn’t have Wi-Fi or good signal for your phone but it didn’t bother us as we were out and about exploring the surrounding countryside. I would recommend if you want a peaceful holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2025
Thank you for leaving a review. Pleased you had a lovely stay and enjoyed exploring the local area.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is in a lovely location providing a relaxing stay in the countryside overlooking a small pool frequented by wildlife. The is plenty of space for 4 people and all amenities provided for your stay. It is made clear that there is no WiFi at the property, but also the phone signal is quite variable, so just be prepared for this when staying at the house. There is an excellent library of VHS and DVDs to watch! We really enjoyed our visit, just one or two little details would make it excellent such as providing larger towels. We would recommend this as a great property from which to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2025
Thank you for leaving a review. Lovely to hear you really enjoyed your stay at the cottage and exploring the local area.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View of the lake was lovely. South facing garden. Compact house but very clean, tidy and loads of games and videos for the kids. No WiFi was unexpected but it wasn’t the end of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely place for a peaceful break.

Lovely location as it was peaceful. Plenty in the cottage to occupy the three of us. Calm and enjoyable walk around the water round the back with the swans and moorhen keeping us company. Mattress was slightly lumpy but that was the only downside. All in all exactly what we wanted. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2021
Thank you for leaving a lovely review of your stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
It was a lovely setting but very basically equipped. No pack relating to various equipment. We weeded the patio whencwe arrived. Bed not that comfortable. We have stayed in better places but loved watching the bird life around the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

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Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov, 2023
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About the host

Hosted by Lisa Reynolds

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Why they chose this property

I fell in love with the cottage at Ruston Reaches on first sight due to its lovely peaceful setting and perfect location for visiting both the broads and the coast. I immediately felt relaxed with lovely views and plenty of wildlife from the back of the cottage and in surrounding area. It is beautiful place to visit whatever the season.

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