“We were searching for peace and tranquility to create a rural escape within 2 hours of us (we live in London), yet in the heart of beautiful, natural landscape. We found that west Norfolk was a relatively undiscovered secret, not inundated with tourists, and surrounded by forests and lakes. Architect designed, the cabin’s almost seamless connection with nature and the abundance of natural light make it a calming and uplifting place to be.” Owner, Ashlyn
She loves
“Breakfast on the deck and doing yoga in the garden at sunset.”
We love
The bold colours and the lake view from the living room.
You may not love
Other cabins and caravans nearby so it’s private but not secluded. You need to drive to pubs, shops and restaurants. High charge for dogs. Not suitable for kids aged 1-5
Sustainability.
The cabin has solar panels and a composter, and features natural toiletries and social enterprise products.
Surrounds.
- Rambling forest walks lead directly from the door: stroll through Bilney Woods and meander along the River Nar, with your eyes peeled for wild deer, squirrels and other woodland dwellers.
- Lake swimming sessions may be available early on Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings between April and October (not guaranteed, depends on numbers already booked; payment can be made on the day).
- Book a massage with Neal’s Yard products; a mobile therapist can come to the house. Or local lady Katie runs foraging walks.
- Go wakeboarding and water skiing at Pentney Lakes, 2 minutes away.
- There are excellent pubs nearby. Drive 30 mins to the Dabbling Duck for seasonal fare, or take the cabin’s 2 mountain bikes off-road for 45-60 minutes over to Shouldham for scrummy pub fare at The Kings Arms. Book ahead for both pubs.
- Potter around the open-air auction in Swaffham.
- We love Castle Acre, a rural village where an ancient Normal settlement has completely survived, complete with castle, church and romantic ruined priory.
- Beautiful beaches are 45 mins’ drive: Holkham’s horseshoe of golden sand is dreamy, backed by sweet-scented pines. Sunset is best at west-facing Old Hunstanton Beach, with its sandy dunes and candy-striped cliffs.
- This corner of Norfolk is crammed with home-grown goods, from asparagus and samphire to Cromer crab and Brancaster mussels. Look for honesty boxes along the lanes or peruse the excellent farmers’ markets at Swaffham and Sandringham.
Details.
- Lakeside cabin on a private estate
- 3 bedrooms: 3 doubles (1 with adjoining snug/study/yoga space) OR 2 doubles and a twin
- 2 bathrooms: 1 with shower, 1 with shower/tub and Goodwash Company toiletries
- Open-plan living area
- Brilliantly equipped kitchen (note, no microwave)
- Sofa area with Firestick TV and Bluetooth speaker
- Board games, jigsaws, binoculars, nature books and Norfolk OS maps
- WiFi and phone reception
- Decking with firepit, BBQ and dining area + separate shaded deck with lounge seating
- Family friendly but best suited to babes in arms or 5+ year olds
- 2 mountain bikes to borrow
- Massages bookable on request
- Parking for 4 cars
- Lake swimming sessions may be available early on Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings between April and October (not guaranteed; payment can be made on the day).
- Waterski and wakeboard sessions available at watersports centre April-October, Monday-Saturday (availability on request; please note your interest in your booking).
- Drive to shops, pubs and restaurants
- The owners are available by phone
- Dogs on request (2 max), and subject to a £50 fee. The owner may additionally charge a £200 dog damage deposit payable directly to the owner.
- Booking conditions: a 2-night min stay, £100 refundable security deposit is payable directly to the owner
- Remember to bring: basics (tea, coffee, fresh milk etc), beach/swimming towels
Be aware: the cabin has an open garden and stairs outside down to the drive. It is lakeside so children of course need to be supervised at all times. The cabin also has a few personal and precious things in it so the owner may ask you to move these and return them before leaving.
You will need to bring your own travel cot for infants.
30% deposit on booking, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 12+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
A £100 (£200 for bookings with dogs) refundable security deposit is payable directly to the owner after booking.
FAQs.
Wakeboarding & Waterskiing lessons are available between April and October, Monday to Saturday (weather permitting).
Yes there is a smart TV with Netflix & Amazon Prime.
Yes there is a BBQ provided for guests – please clean after use!
Swaffam is just 20 minutes away for supermarkets and there is a market every Saturday.
Yes this is possible. Arrangements can be made after booking.
Absolutely! There are circular woodland and riverside walks from the front door – maps are provided in the cabin.
Check in is 2pm and check out is 10am.
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