Guests say
Bay Cottage offers a peaceful and well-equipped retreat, ideal for families seeking a relaxing break near Great Yarmouth. Guests particularly enjoyed the hot tub, lovely views, and tranquil location, with many appreciating the ample towels and garden space. While the cottage is cosy and close to local attractions, some guests noted that the beds could be more comfortable and suggested improvements to outdoor furniture and ventilation. Overall, the property provides a charming base for exploring Norfolk, with several guests expressing a desire to return.
The cottage is described as well-equipped and furnished to a high standard, with no significant complaints about cleanliness. Some comments about the outside area being 'tired' and weeds on the patio suggest minor improvements could be made.
Guests consistently praised the peaceful and quiet location, as well as its proximity to Norfolk attractions. The setting and views were highlighted as particular strengths.
While the cottage is described as cosy, several guests found the beds and mattresses uncomfortable or lumpy, and noted the upstairs could get very hot in warm weather. Limited space in some rooms was also mentioned.
The hot tub was a standout feature, and the cottage is generally well-equipped. However, guests noted the fridge was small, the hob was difficult to use, and there was a lack of fans, outside furniture, and storage in bathrooms. Some maintenance issues were mentioned, such as worn symbols on the hob and weeds on the patio.
Guests appreciated the provision of plenty of towels, including those for the hot tub, and found the property well-equipped. However, there were suggestions for improvement, such as providing information on appliance use and adding small touches like fans and bathroom storage. Please note that gifts or extras, such as towels for the hot tub, are not guaranteed.
About this property
No work, just rest and play during your time at Bay, and the hot tub will aid the relaxation process!.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Garden with patio. Hot tub (private).. Tucked away down a country lane in the heart of Broadland, and enjoying glorious views across open fields, a range of handsome barns has been tastefully converted to create the attractive cluster of cottages we offer here. Some nestle under their traditional Norfolk thatch, all are very comfortably appointed and each enjoys its own individual patio. From the cottages, a gentle and tranquil rural landscape dotted with ancient churches, wind pumps and nature reserves, among a myriad other delights all under vast, arching East Anglian skies, offers a wealth of opportunity for enjoying walking, cycling and bird watching. Nearby How Hill nature reserve, with its marsh meadows, dykes, woodland and open water, is well worth exploring and the wider surrounding area supports a host of attractions. Riverside pubs and cafés are plentiful and a number of Broadland centres offer bike hire or canoe hire (possibly the most delightful way to discover the lovely reed lined waterways and their abundant wildlife) and visitors can also hire boats at nearby Potter Heigham, 4 miles, or take a pleasure cruise from bustling Wroxham – the capital of the Broads and home to the ‘world’s largest village store’ as well as the train station for the Bure Valley narrow gauge steam railway. Close by, Bewilderwood, a magical tree top park, promises children a day to remember, and lovely dune backed sandy beaches are a short drive – Sea Palling lies just 6 miles away. For lively family fun, visitors need look no further than Great Yarmouth and its famous pleasure beach, or Pleasurewood Hills theme park, whilst Cromer also offers traditional seaside entertainments including a renowned end of pier show. Bygone museums, craft centres and Blickling Hall (National Trust) are all within an easy drive, as is the medieval city of Norwich with its magnificent cathedral, castle, galleries, museums, cinemas, theatres and excellent shopping. A little further afield on the north Norfolk coast, seal watching boat trips can be found at picturesque fishing villages, many of which also boast pubs and restaurants serving superb, locally caught seafood. Coarse fishing is available on the lake opposite the properties just 400 yards away, and the pretty village of Ludham, 1 mile, boasts two pubs and a good range of shops.. All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Patio with garden furniture. Fishing on-site, 400 yards. Parking. No smoking.
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (7)
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Ian Arnold
We have been to Grove Farm Barns before in other accommodation and had a great time but felt that there was not enough outside space for the dog so we chose the ‘Bay’ this time as it had more outside space. We did have exceptionally hot weather over the week and found that the barn was very hot upstairs in the bedrooms and there were no fans to move the air around which would have helped. The space in the main bedroom, both the bedroom itself and the en-suite was limited due to the sloping roof and beams which meant you seemed to be constantly bending over. We felt that the quality of the mattresses were poor and either hard or lumpy.We felt that there should have been some better outside furniture and a parasol as there was no shade until late in the day and only a bench style table to sit on, the picture on the website shows comfy chairs and a bbq outside and there was none of these. The outside area was also very tired with weeds growing through the patio. The inside was dated, the fridge was very small and there would be limited seating if there had been 6 adults staying (there was only 4 of us) no smart tv which in this day and age is a must especially for most families.As with a lot of places we go there was not storage space in the bathrooms for toiletries which is always annoying as it is basic stuff for holiday lets and hotels.We would not return and it might seem a harsh review but these are small things that would make the stay a much better experience.
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Dawn Tucker
We all had a lovely time at Bay cottage. It was very well equipped & the hot tub was a bonus which we all enjoyed. The cottage is so lovely & amazing views. We would definitely like to return.
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely spot for a last minute half term mini break, two adults and three children aged 13, 9 and 3. Cosy and well equipped. Beds a bit uncomfortable. Hot tub a real bonus, especially the towels that were provided for use with this. It would have been useful to know these were included to avoid bringing our own as extra unwanted luggage! Hob functioned ok but was difficult to operate due to worn out symbols.