Kingfishers Retreat
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About the home
Kingfishers Retreat offers well presented comfortable holiday accommodation all on one level, with parking directly outside in a courtyard. There is one bedroom of good size which has a double and single bed. If you wish the second bed can be placed in the lounge however this is a through room.
There is a half acre of beautiful shared organic garden fronting the river Tud. Kingfishers Retreat is in an ideal location for gentle country pursuits - walking, golf, birdwatching, cycling and is the perfect base for exploring Norwich and all the city has to offer.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 3, 1 bedroom |
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| Nearest beach: | Cromer, 48km |
| Will consider: | Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Not suitable for children Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | TV, Video player, CD player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 1 Bedroom, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Kingfishers Retreat offers 60m² of living space.
Heating - Night storage radiators, with back up oilfilled radiator and fan heaters. The bathroom has a wall mounted fan heater. The property is double glazed and well insulated (cavity wall as well).
Bathroom - Contains bath,w/c, hand basin, heated towel rail, and large walk in shower with hand rails, a shower chair is also available.
Lounge - Offers one large settee and two armchairs. TV with Freeview, DVD player and Video player. CD/Radio/Tape player. The single bed can be moved into the lounge if required. Patio doors open onto the garden.
Kitchen - An eye level oven is available in addition to the normal cooker and hob. There is also a heated towel rail.
Further details outdoors:
Kingfishers Retreat has its own garden area and private patio. The delightful half acre of shared organic garden backs onto the river Tud and contains an orchard, greenhouses and a vegetable area, not to mention extensive lawns and flower beds which you are welcome to enjoy. There is a pub, a short walk away, in the village. There are local buses that go to Norwich.
Off street parking - available in the courtyard area infront of Kingfishers Retreat.
Private patio area - BBQ, chairs and table.
Conditions
No smoking and No pets.
The East Anglia / Norfolk region
Norfolk has its own National Park: the Norfolk Broads, which you can walk around, watch the wildlife or go for a days boating on the inland waterway system.
It offers a wealth of historical buildings from Saxon round towered churches to castles, cathedrals and manor houses, with interesting prehistoric sites ranging from flint mines to Wood Henge.
The National Trust Properties of Felbrigg, Blicking and Oxburgh provide beautiful historic houses and gardens to look around.
There are several coastal towns, around a half an hours drive away, with long sandy beaches and all the attractions of the seaside.
Excellent golf courses exist to challenge both the good club player and beginner.
Norfolk has a number of R.S.P.B and Norfolk Wildlife Trust Reserves which together cover a wide variety of habitats and species, as diverse as avocets and stone curlews. Pensthorpe, the new site of BBC's "Springwatch" programme, Strumpshaw fen and Honeypot Wood are all close to Kingfishers Retreat.
The Norwich / Honingham area
Norwich is the most complete medieval city in England and has a Romanesque Cathedral and its own Norman Castle. It has many cosmopolitan shops and cafes - and was voted in the UK top 5 for shopping locations . It also has a vibrant 6 day open air market.
For more artistic people there is the Sainsbury's Centre for Visual Arts, which has various displays of artwork and artefacts, there are also theatres, cinemas, and a wide selection of restaurants. An insight into Norfolk's colourful past from pre roman upto the last century is provided by the many museums (Castle museum, Gressenhall, Bridewell, Strangers hall).
Sports and Leisure - Two leisure centres are close by (U.E.A. and Barnham Broom) offering excellent facilities.
Golf - Several of Norfolks premier golfing attractions are within 15 minutes (Barnham Broom, The Royal Norwich, Wensum valley, Weston park , ...) overall there are at least 10 courses close by.
Bird watching - One guest in 2007, recorded over 50 bird species in and around the garden and its environs, his personal higlight being a spotted fly catcher. Kingfishers Retreat's central location makes it convenient to visit all the major R.S.P.B. reserves of the Norfolk/Suffolk area from Strumpshaw to Minsmere, as well as the Norfolk Wildlife Trust Reserves.
Walking - There are a number of walks which can be taken directly from the front door of Kingfishers Retreat each with luck can be adjusted to include a convenient pub for lunch and for the more adventurous there are various long distance walks.
Cycling - a network of quiet country lanes offers the chance to explore, at a gentle pace, the villages and towns of Norfolk, one route recommended, is to the delightful market town of Wymondham with its ancient market building, abbey and collection of buildings spanning the centuries. Or to Hingham, a delightful Georgian town where Abraham Lincoln's ancestors originated, or so the story goes.There are also a number of official cycle routes and cycle paths.
Fishing - Neighbouring villages offer the chance for fly fishing and course fishing both to a good standard.
We are close to the Norfolk and Norwich hospital and the University of East Anglia.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Norwich: 14 km |
| Railway: | Norwich: 12 km |
| Ferry: | Harwich: 128.6 km |
Flights are available to Norwich Airport. Good rail connections exist to London and the East Midlands. Two bus services run from Norwich and East Dereham to Honingham, one a direct service to Norwich City centre the other via The Norfolk and Norwich Hospital and University of East Anglia (U.E.A.). Only 5 minutes to nearest Park & Ride service into Norwich.
Activities near Norwich
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 07 Nov 2011 |
ideal retreat for a small group, lounge very warm...... central for everywhere in Norfolk...car boot sale and park and ride close by... used both!.... all amenities in kitchen etc...home from home.....owners friendly and close by if needed but not hovering.... lovely pub in the village for meals and all major supermarkets within a few miles for supplies...... fruit from the owners orchard was the most perfect and delicious I have had in all my days...we ate and ate the apples and pears! ..... only criticism, the broom trees near the patio doors marred the wonderful view of the garden and we hope the owners will consider pruning or removing them for next time so we can feast our eyes!.... all in all recommended... Response: Thank you for your review. We shall certainly cut down the broom and we hope to replace them with smaller shrubs in the spring. |
03 Nov 2011 |
Well-equipped bungalow in pleasant surroundings with friendly owners. Can highly recommend. |
07 Sep 2011 |
We had a fabulous holiday at Kingfishers Retreat. Anna & Robert couldn't have been more welcoming. The property is comfortable & very spacious & the outlook over the garden is second to none. It's extremely well equipped too. If you're looking for a base to explore both the city of Norwich & the Norfolk coast & countryside you couldn't do better than stay at Kingfishers Retreat. |
Guestbook for Kingfishers Retreat
"What a gem of a place to find. For a short break near home it was ideal. Sitting by the river in the garden having lunch today, the Kingfisher flew by - perfect. Walks from the door are easy ."
Mrs C. Bizzell.
'Thank you so much for the welcome you gave to us. We very much enjoyed your comfortable bungalow and quiet and attractive garden. On arrival the first impression was of perpetual birdsong and by the end of the first day I had listed 28 species in the garden and the environs of Honingham.'
Mr D. Mugford.
"Dear French-Family,
We thank you for a great time in Kingfishers Retreat. We have enjoyed house and especially the garden very much. The area around Honingham is beautiful, quiet and there are a lot of places worth to visit. No matter if you like to go to the beach, if you like prehistoric sites of if you simply enjoy the nature - you can have it all there. We highly recommend Kingfishers Retreat as one of the most beautiful and relaxing places we have ever been. Best wishes from Berlin,"
Andreas & Odette.
"I Arrived at just the right time of year, the apple blossom was at it's best (overwhelming) in the lovely garden. The bungalow is spacious, comfortable and with all facilities. Very well equipped kitchen and large shower in bathroom - like home from home. The owners Anna and Robert were welcoming, friendly and very helpful. Location handy for my family history research to Norwich and local villages but also for a trip to the seaside. Additionally several supermarkets in easy reach. A really peaceful rural setting - I have returned home very refreshed. I would definitely recommend this bungalow. Thanks!!!"
Barbara
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 3 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 1 Oct 11 | 17 Dec 11 | £ 220 | 45 | 55 | 2 Nights | |
| 17 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 260 | 50 | 60 | 2 Nights | |
| 7 Jan 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 215 | 45 | 55 | 2 Nights | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 240 | 45 | 55 | 2 Nights | |
| 26 May 12 | 28 Jul 12 | £ 255 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 310 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 255 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 225 | 45 | 55 | 2 Nights | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 265 | 50 | 60 | 2 Nights | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Rental rates include electricity, heating, linen, towels and tea towels.
Excessive usuage of electricity may incur a charge.
On the first day please arrive after 2pm and on the last day please leave by 10am.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Anna French
Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 6 reviews from previous guests.  |
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