Brambles

5.0★

Perfect

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score

17 Customer Review(s)

Ian
December 2022

“This was our second stay at Alderwood (Hawthorns) first time then this stay at Brambles.”

Leigh couldn't be more helpful & really goes out of her way to make your stay a memorable one. Everything is provided that you'd expect & more. The cabins are so cosy & you never need to feel cold. There's even heated individual blankets on the beds if you want to feel even cosier. The heating is fantastic & we always felt warm during the minus temperatures outside. We're booking for 2024 but in the summer this time. There was nothing we could fault, it was all just perfect. Thanks Leigh for ...

Leigh couldn't be more helpful & really goes out of her way to make your stay a memorable one. Everything is provided that you'd expect & more. The cabins are so cosy & you never need to feel cold. There's even heated individual blankets on the beds if you want to feel even cosier. The heating is fantastic & we always felt warm during the minus temperatures outside. We're booking for 2024 but in the summer this time. There was nothing we could fault, it was all just perfect. Thanks Leigh for loan of the USB plug which we forgot to bring. We're already looking forward to returning. Ian, Sarah & Jasper

- Ian, December 2022

Thank you both and of course Jasper, and really pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit. Property Owner
Sophie July 2022

“This was our second stay at Brambles and we enjoyed it just as much as the first stay.”

Love the little touches like providing kids duvet covers (big hit with our 2yr old!), Electric fans, tea bags, dishwasher tablets etc. It's great having the woods on the doorstep and we loved the fairy garden which is new since last time. Leigh was very helpful prior to our arrival and we would happily stay again.

- Sophie, July 2022

Lovely to hear your little one enjoyed the kids duvet design and that you enjoyed your stay again at our lodge site and look forward to seeing you all again sometime in the future. Thank you Property Owner
Jacqueline June 2022

“Lovely stay Everything spotlessly clean Very welcoming Would recommend as the lodge is very special”

- Jacqueline, June 2022

Thank you and so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again next year. Property Owner
Clive June 2022

“We had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed the property.”

The air conditioning unit was a blessing. Leigh was a splendid host and made us very welcome. Diss and Thetford are near and Garden Centres are quite close by and have lots to offer.

- Clive, June 2022
Emma April 2022

“We have just got back from the most lovely holiday at Bramble cottage.”

To quote my 5 year old "mummy, I had such a good holiday, it was the best." The owner was very kind and we felt very looked after with all the facilities, big (clothes airer, tumble dryer etc.) and small (a box full of tea bags, dishwasher tables, clothes washing liquid etc.). The lodge itself was extremely clean and cared for and the amount of free space for the boys and dog to run around in was amazing :) such beautiful grounds. We are already looking forward to our next stay. Thank you, Leigh :) The Brewsters

- Emma, April 2022

Thats wonderful that you all enjoyed your holiday in Brambles at our Alderwood Lodges site and look forward to your next visit. Thank you Property Owner
Michelle March 2022

“We had a fabulous week staying at Brambles Lodge, the host Leigh was so friendly and helpful nothing was too much.”

The Lodge itself was brilliant, it had everything you needed for comfort and with the change in the increment weather the week we were there the warmth of the Lodge was great too. The beds were so comfortable to give you a good nights sleep. The Lodge was lovely and clean on arrival and Leigh the host had thought of everything even with the complimentary packs (tea, sugar, hot chocolate, sugar, dishwasher tablets etc etc.) the list never ending :-) We have already booked again for next year for another week, the surrounding areas were lovely too and our dog so enjoyed his walks round and through the surrounding wooded area first thing in the mornings. The community ran pub, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. We had such a relaxing and chilled holiday and defiantly recharged our batteries ready for when we got back to the rat race. Many thanks Leigh and look forward to seeing you next year Michelle and Mel Cooke and Ollie our little Havanese :-)

- Michelle, March 2022

Thank you and really glad you enjoyed your stay at Alderwood Lodges and also your visits to our local pub and look forward to seeing you again next year. Property Owner
Michael March 2022

“Having just come back from brambles I would highly recommend if you are looking for a relaxing break like I was.”

So peaceful and quiet. Leigh was very helpful and made sure our break was exactly what we required. Lovely place. 5 ⭐️

- Michael, March 2022

So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again in the future sometime. Thank you Property Owner
Veronica January 2022

“The lodge is totally Amazing, extremely well equipped,and very clean,has everything you need,and the best thing is the peace and quiet,we were also really pleased to see deer so near the lodge,it was wonderful to come back to the lodge after a good day visiting places,it's very warm and comfortable,the owner Leigh is lovely,she checked twice that we had all we needed.”

A truly unique holiday Lodge,many thax to Leigh

- Veronica, January 2022

So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Alderwood Lodges and our Brambles lodge and look forward to seeing you all again later in the year. Thank you Property Owner
Deborah June 2021

“We found the holiday home had everything we needed for our stay.”

My husband is disabled and thoughtfully there was equipment provided. Beautiful surroundings and woodland walks.

- Deborah, June 2021
Kate May 2021

“Brilliant lodge, home from home, warm, clean and comfortable.”

Nine acres to wander which was great for my spaniel before bed. Quite and private site, birds, deer, rabbits and pheasant in the garden every day. Leigh was lovely and very helpful. So much to do in the area, I will have to return! Fabulous week.

- Kate, May 2021
T September 2020

“Very clean and welcoming”

- T, September 2020
P August 2020

“Enjoyed our stay had everything we needed, lovely and quiet and lots of wildlife visited the chalet.”

Leigh, the owner was very helpful. Would recommend The Brambles particularly for people who are elderly and can't cope with steps.

- P, August 2020
David August 2020

“A lovely well kept lodge.”

Very Suitable property for our disabled daughter as there was a ramp access and Walk in shower. Leigh the owner was there to welcome us on our arrival. She checked everything was OK during our stay and there to say farewell at our departure.Excellent joining instructions with lots of useful information on what to see and where to eat etc. We were able to see daily visits by deer and rabbits from the lodge.

- David, August 2020
John February 2020

“The lodge was fitted out with everything you could possibly need.”

with some touches above and beyond expectations. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and we all loved walking through the woodland walk every day. Our cairn terrier Ice really enjoyed the freedom of no lead and the freedom to run around. Then back to the warm lodge for a cup of tea. Every evening we were visited by the Muntjac deer looking for food, Not to mention the squirrels and birds. The site agent Leigh made sure everything was perfect. Nothing was too much trouble - really great. Well the week soon was over and it has given us some wonderful memories. For February the weather was really good. One day we went to the centre at Thetford forest, had a good walk and then tucked into our picnic. Top notch. Would we come again- you bet we would and to anyone thinking of going there book it.

- John, February 2020
Stephen October 2019

“The cabin was like home from home everything you could possibly want with lots of little touches from biscuits, drinks, toiletries and cleaning products.”

A very comfortable stay. Leigh, the host was very welcoming and lovely she couldn't do enough for you. Would highly recommend.

- Stephen, October 2019
David June 2019

“The lodge was absolutely beautiful and Lee, the owner, was so lovely and helpful.”

The situation is ideal if you are looking for a quiet and peaceful holiday, we sat on the veranda with a glass of wine or a coffee listening to the birds and we even saw a deer about 10 feet away just wandering past and there was always rabbits around and a pheasant patrolling his territory. Thanks for a lovely week, we look forward to booking again next year. Ann & David Hall.

- David, June 2019
John June 2019

“The lodge is in a beautiful setting, private from the other 2 lodges on the grounds.”

We found the lodge very well appointed, especially with the gates to the veranda allowing our dog outside space without fear of her wandering off. She also found the wooded area great to run around in and would recommend to families. All in all a very enjoyable stay and will certainly use again. Lyn & John

- John, June 2019

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Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC and 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area, with electric fire.
Electric central heating, electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD player, a selection of books, games and DVDs and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off-road parking for four cars
Wraparound decking area with furniture and charcoal barbecue
Three well -behaved dogs are welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.9 miles
Please note: Due to livestock near the property, fireworks and drones are allowed.

The property

Brambles is a delightful modern lodge located in Garboldisham, Norfolk. All rooms are on the ground floor, with two bedrooms; one king-size with en-suite shower room and one twin, with a family bathroom. There is an open-plan living room with a fitted kitchen and dining area with electric woodburning stove. Outside has a wraparound decking area with furniture. Off-road parking is available. Brambles is the ultimate choice for families looking to escape to the countryside.

Alderwood Lodges

Situated on the outskirts of the pretty village of Garboldisham, in Norfolk, are these group of lodges. Full of character and charm, each lodge has been extensively renovated to provide stunningly modern accommodation for families and friends alike. You are in a fantastic position for cycling, walking, fishing and wildlife-spotting, with both lodges boasting open-plan living spaces. Alderwood Lodges boasts 9 acres of land, offering woodland and river which is perfect for walkers, and also has a bird hide near the River Little Ouse which runs through the site. They host a range of high-quality furnishings for you to relax and unwind on after a long day sightseeing. Delightful electric woodburning stoves give the rooms a warm ambience. Furnished to a high-standard, these modern fitted kitchens, which will inspire you to dust off those cook books and indulge in the modern appliances on-hand. Gather around the dining tables, with ample seating for family gatherings over a lovely meal, or a glass of something chilled. Both lodges have a selection of well-presented bedrooms offering plush beds and ample furniture to store your personal items. Delight in the en-suite shower rooms, so parents don't have to fight for the bathroom of a morning! Or indulge in the family bathroom with its elegant bath, perfect for enjoy a relaxing soak of an evening to wash away those tired muscles. The wraparound decking area for both lodges provides the perfect location to sit back and enjoy the peace and tranquillity as you observe the surrounding countryside, with a refreshing beverage, or cooking up a storm on the provided charcoal barbecue! While you're in the area, why not travel towards Knettishall Heath Country Park? It's a place your little ones will delight in exploring and discovering a range of exotic animals. Spot the lizards hiding on the rocks, skylarks singing as they fly, and a variety of ponies and cattle in the open fields. The ponies descending from Britain's natural wild pony from over 130,000 years ago. Visit the thriving market town of Diss, which offers an abundance of local attractions. Bressingham Steam and Gardens is a steam museum with lush gardens and train rides on antique steam trains and steamrollers. Diss Mere lake stands adjacent to the park and has opportunities for those keen walkers and fishers. Discover a wealth of history and culture with The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum, housing memorabilia in an original control tower and showcasing the history of American airmen who visited Norfolk during World War II. Let's not forget the large selection of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants in the area, perfect for spending the day exploring with your family. Alderwood Lodges offer a welcoming base to the heart of the Norfolk countryside.

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About the location

GARBOLDISHAM

Diss 8 miles; Bury St Edmunds 16 miles.

The village of Garboldisham is set in Norfolk, close to the border of Suffolk, meaning it is a wonderful base for discovering both counties. Garboldisham offers a well-stocked local village store and post office selling local produce, and also boasts a medieval church in the village. The Fox Inn is a community run pub which at present opens Friday - Sunday plus Bank.
Garboldisham is close to the popular market town of Diss in south Norfolk which boasts a 13th century church and wonderful, winding, narrow streets which house tucked away, little courtyards. There is also a high street where visitors can find a selection of tea rooms and small shops and there are many activities in the area to keep all visitors happy, including golf and scenic walks, offering picturesque opportunities to discover this lovely area.

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Garboldisham, Norfolk (Ref. 991371)

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Reviews & Ratings

“This was our second stay at Alderwood (Hawthorns) first time then this stay at Brambles.”

“This was our second stay at Brambles and we enjoyed it just as much as the first stay.”

“Lovely stay Everything spotlessly clean Very welcoming Would recommend as the lodge is very special”

“We had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed the property.”

“We have just got back from the most lovely holiday at Bramble cottage.”

“We had a fabulous week staying at Brambles Lodge, the host Leigh was so friendly and helpful nothing was too much.”

“Having just come back from brambles I would highly recommend if you are looking for a relaxing break like I was.”

“We found the holiday home had everything we needed for our stay.”

“Brilliant lodge, home from home, warm, clean and comfortable.”

“Very clean and welcoming”

“Enjoyed our stay had everything we needed, lovely and quiet and lots of wildlife visited the chalet.”

“A lovely well kept lodge.”

“The lodge was fitted out with everything you could possibly need.”

“The cabin was like home from home everything you could possibly want with lots of little touches from biscuits, drinks, toiletries and cleaning products.”