The Boathouse | Wayford | Smallburgh | East Anglia

5.0★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Electric car charging
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

27 Customer Review(s)

Andrew
July 2024

“The Boathouse is luxurious accommodation in an excellent location.”

You have private access to the marina that our kids enjoyed fishing from. Across the road is ‘Vera’s’ farm shop cafe perfect for brunch and afternoon tea. Other highlights included: visiting the seals at Horsey, Hickling Broad wildlife boat trip, exploring the Weaver’s Way and visiting the attractions at Great Yarmouth. There is EV charging on site but slow (7kw) and expensive. We found a 50kw charger at Roys of Wroxham car park. In summary a great stay but book early so you are not ...

You have private access to the marina that our kids enjoyed fishing from. Across the road is ‘Vera’s’ farm shop cafe perfect for brunch and afternoon tea. Other highlights included: visiting the seals at Horsey, Hickling Broad wildlife boat trip, exploring the Weaver’s Way and visiting the attractions at Great Yarmouth. There is EV charging on site but slow (7kw) and expensive. We found a 50kw charger at Roys of Wroxham car park. In summary a great stay but book early so you are not disappointed with availability.

- Andrew, July 2024
David Alan July 2024

“The Boathouse is a beautiful well appointed cottage that can only enhance your stay in Norfolk.”

Only a short drive from Wroxham and a farm shop and restaurant and pub within walking distance it is ideally situated for a stay on the Broads. The owner made us very welcome.

- David Alan, July 2024
Lesley May 2024

“A lovely converted boathouse in the corner of a privately owned marina.”

Very high standard of furnishing and equipment everything you could possibly need. The welcome basket even had a bottle of wine ! Being short, I found clambering over the bath into the shower difficult but there is a walk in shower in the second bedroom.

- Lesley, May 2024
Lisa March 2024

“Lovely stay in The Boathouse .”

Greeting the owner who was very informative. Property was beautifully finished and well equipped, loved having 2 en-suites and the decking over the water, tranquil but convenient for the broads and the coast.

- Lisa, March 2024
Tracy October 2023

“Fabulous house in a great location.”

Very comfortable and well equipped. Really appreciated the basket of fruit, essentials, wine and fresh flowers. Loved going out on the canoes

- Tracy, October 2023
Sally October 2023

“One of the best places we have stayed at.”

The boat house has everything you would need for your stay. There is a super pub/restaurant across the roads as well as farm shop and cafe. Super base to explore Norfolk. The welcome pack was amazing and even fresh flowers on arrival. If you needed anything the owner was at hand 24/7, we will definitely be going back.

- Sally, October 2023
Sharon June 2023

“Beautifully presented accommodation in a super setting within the marina.”

Loved seeing the Kingfisher whilst sat out on the terrace most mornings. A real plus was the use of 2 Canadian canoes, which we made great use of most days/evenings. Our host was lovely and helpful and a pleasant surprise was the basket of goodies on our arrival which included a welcome bottle of wine, milk in the fridge and bowl of fruit. It was this attention to detail that made for a super stay plus some brilliant weather of course. The Boathouse gets a 10 from me.

- Sharon, June 2023
Sandra June 2023

“An immaculate property in every way.”

Comfort and cleanliness very highly rated. Plenty of out door seating on the decking with swans, ducks and geese a plenty to make you smile. A helpful hamper of bread milk butter, jam and wine. Plus a large bowl of fresh fruit also fresh flowers in the lounge. Cannot not recommend high enough.

- Sandra, June 2023
John May 2023

“Excellent appointed property.”

Unexpected welcome hamper very well received. The modern kitchen had everything that you could possibly need. Owner was very pleasant and her support was clearly available. Good location for visiting the Broads and the coast.

- John, May 2023
Stuart October 2022

“Fantastic property, located right next to the river.”

Lots of wildlife seem from the living room! Perfect base for visiting the beach (about 15 min drive) or the broads. The property was impeccably clean and tidy, well equipped, and comfortable. The owner was lovely and nothing was too much trouble. The welcome pack was excellent - thank you! The property comes with at least one canoe, which we rowed along the river. The river is very still and had little traffic which was great for a quiet trip to the Barton broad. We'll definitely be rebooking.

- Stuart, October 2022
Mark October 2021

“Lovely accomodation, very clean and welcome pack of essentials inc.”

Bread, milk fruit and a bottle of wine much appreciated. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

- Mark, October 2021
Lee August 2021

“The host was fantastic.”

Fruit basket and essential on arrival. Just a fantastic location and stay.

- Lee, August 2021
Bridget August 2021

“Gorgeous house, clean & with everything you need.”

Lots of wildlife on the river to watch whilst sat on the decking. Lovely garden centre opposite with a great cafe. Please don't follow Sykes directions as they are incorrect. Phone Mrs Brown the owner!

- Bridget, August 2021
Katie August 2021

“Holiday cottage was amazing!”

So clean and the attention to detail was superb! Owner couldn't be more helpful! HOWEVER Skes are incredibly rude! Stopped responding to my emails, asked a question on Facebook so you stopped me commenting! Directions for the property were incorrect! Had to call owner (who was lovely) who told me she's rang you numerous times to tell you the directions are incorrect and the road names DO NOT EXIST but you haven't changed them!!!

- Katie, August 2021

Thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry to hear you had the incorrect directions, we will confirm with the property owner and update accordingly. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention and for your feedback. Property Owner
Martin July 2021

“Superb location on the waters edge .”

House very well equipped . Easy access to surrounding area . Excellent pub / restaurant 5 minutes walk .

- Martin, July 2021
Sue July 2021

“The Boathouse is a beautiful, well equipped, clean home from home in a quiet location.”

The owner of the property was very welcoming upon arrival with fresh fruit, flowers and a welcome hamper, providing us with useful information about the property. We enjoyed sitting on the decking overlooking the water, watching the varied wildlife. The BBQ was put to use on more than one occasion, charcoal and fire lighters provided, giving us another excuse to sit outside and watch the sun go down. The owner of the property checked that we had all that we needed and gave us ideas of places to visit, using the canoe, and even printed out cycle routes, nothing was too much trouble. Really wished we could have stayed longer at this 5 star exceptional property.

- Sue, July 2021
Judi October 2020

“The Boathouse was probably the best cottage we have ever rented.”

Well furnished, nicely decorated, very well equipped. The welcome pack was a lovely thought, as was the fresh fruit basket and the fresh flowers.

- Judi, October 2020
Alison September 2020

“Lovely cottage and owner very helpful as we arrived to a major power outage in the area!”

Your directions to the property are not very helpful - the owner provided much better ones from her website - you should use those! Otherwise all went well

- Alison, September 2020
Rachel August 2020

“A fantastic cottage right on the water's edge, perfect for canoeing, paddle boarding and messing around on the river.”

The owner is clearly very proud of her properties and maintains them to an incredibly high standard, while making her holiday makers feel perfectly at home.

- Rachel, August 2020
John July 2020

“The cottage was immaculate, well equipped and comfortable.”

- John, July 2020
Emma September 2019

“The Boathouse was absolutely beautiful, extremely well maintained & in a fantastic location.”

We loved to sit out on the deck overlooking the water and watch the wildlife & the sunset each evening. Alice the owner could not have been nicer & we really loved the thoughtful welcome gifts, a food hamper, flowers & fruit. We had a really lovely holiday & would highly recommend the Boathouse to everyone.

- Emma, September 2019
Jeremy August 2019

“The cottage was perfect spotlessly clean and very well equipped.”

A generous welcome basket provided by the owner who was most charming greeting us on arrival and making sure we knew how things worked etc. The arrival instructions provided by Sykes were rubbish, leaving us somewhere in Norwich. I contacted Sykes before my journey for accurate directions. This is what I was sent by email: Following our conversation please copy and paste the coordinates, as displayed below with the comma and space, into google maps. They will clearly direct you to your destination. 52.7709108, 1.4797207 I fully agree that the directions we have provided are vague and when we manage to make contact with the property owner we will seek to update them. The coordinates as sent took me to the hotel across the road. I usually use Google street view to confirm my arrival destination, on this occasion the property was behind trees so not visible from the road. I would have been so easy to get it right but when my final instructions came it was still not corrected. I note another visitor making the same comment. If there is something wrong in arrival instructions you need to put it right. Fortunately I found the Staygb web site and was able to confirm the exact location and give our friends the directions to the property. Very disappointing to have to criticize Sykes this year after so many good experiences of well described well equipped holiday cottages. I hope that next year I will again find my holiday cottage in the Sykes listings.

- Jeremy, August 2019
Corrie August 2019

“A beautiful cottage that nestles against the broads.”

Be prepared for all manner of wildlife sightings. A pair of kingfishers were nesting opposite in the banking so that was a real treat to see them. The canoes kept us all busy and provided day's entertainment. Would definitely return.

- Corrie, August 2019
Frederick David July 2019

“Quiet location on the Broads.”

Met on arrival by owner who explained how everything worked. Basket of fresh fruit and a gift basket containing wine, butter, biscuits,tea and coffee ,olive oil and sugar and milk in the fridge were a real surprise. Everything was as new and spotless. Owners directions were excellent but those provided by Sykes were useless after getting to Wayford Bridge.

- Frederick David, July 2019
Edward April 2019

“The location was beautiful, set on a small side-cutting of the river - providing a lovely quiet stretch to make use of the canoes (which we did every day).”

The cottage is also maintained to an exceptional standard - much more spacious than expected, high quality furnishings and appliances, and so well serviced that it seemed almost new.

- Edward, April 2019
Bernhard March 2019

“The Boathouse is an excellent property, well presented and very welcoming.”

We would highly recommend it for a location in the northern parts of the Norfolk Broads.

- Bernhard, March 2019
Paul August 2018

“Excellent cottage, clean and well equipped.”

Superb location, right on The Broads. Owners helpful and friendly.

- Paul, August 2018

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, power shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburner.
Oil central heating
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, wine fridge, fridge and freezer, (washer/dryer in cloakroom), dishwasher, Smart TV, Blu-ray
Superfast fibre broadband WiFi, selection of books, games
Central Heating and Electricity included
Bed linen and towels included
Off road parking for two cars
Wrap around decking furnished with dining tables, chairs and additional seating, paved rear courtyard with lockable shed housing loungers, umbrellas etc
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Farm shop, pub and restaurant 5 mins walk
Information on Local Attractions, National trust Properties etc., are provided on arrival
Telephone the owner prior to your visit if you require specialist information e.g Auction Houses, Riding Schools, golf courses etc
Note: Due to the location and design of the Boathouse the minimum age for guests is 5 years
Note: please ensure bookings fall between a Friday and Friday as can't cross over
Note: If you are booking within 72hrs of your departures date, please call our reservations team on 01244 356666
Please note: Day Boats and Canoes are available for hire within walking distance of the property
Please note: This property has a minimum of 3 nights
Please note: This property only allows short breaks between March and the end of May.

The property

The Boathouse is a delightful cottage situated near the village of Wroxham in Norfolk. Hosting two bedrooms; a king-size and a double, both with en-suite, this property can sleep up to four people. Inside you will also find a cloakroom, kitchen/diner, and a sitting room with a woodburner. To the outside is off road parking, and a decked area to the front and side with furniture and a barbecue. Resting in a lovely location with peaceful views, The Boathouse is a heart-warming cottage in a memorable part of England. Superfast fibre broadband. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Farm shop, pub and restaurant 5 mins walk. Note: A rowing / sailing dinghy or one or two canoes (one canoe per two guests) are included by prior request. Information on Local Attractions, National trust Properties etc., are provided on arrival. Telephone the owner prior to your visit if you require specialist information e.g Auction Houses, Riding Schools, golf courses etc. Note: Due to the location and design of the Boathouse the minimum age for guests is 5 years. Note: please ensure bookings fall between a Friday and Friday as can't cross over. Note: If you are booking within 72hrs of your departures date, please call our reservations team on 01244 356666. Note : Full weeks only from April to November

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About the location

WAYFORD

Wroxham 6 miles; Norwich 13 miles; Gt. Yarmouth 17 miles

Wayford is situated on the river Ant near Barton Broad. There is a large Farm Shop and Nursery, A bistro style restaurant / coffee shop, a pub and restaurant, small grocery and newsagent and a petrol station. In addition to four Boatyards, offering Day Boat and canoe hire. This is a very popular location for canoeing also leading to the Dilham Canal. There are numerous attractions nearby including the Museum of the Broads, the Radar Museum, famous historic houses and beautiful gardens. There are so many places to eat and shop, not only in Wayford but in nearby Horning and Wroxham, which also boasts boat trips and the Bure Valley Steam Railway. Wayford is located only 6 miles from the coast and stunning beaches. There is a coast road which follows the scenic route through coastal villages offering an abundance of pubs and restaurants or places to stop and picnic before arriving at Cromer and Sheringham with its museums, theatre and steam railway. The area offers so much to see and do, a week will never be enough!

Note: Due to the location and design of the cottages, the minimum age for guests is 5 years.
Note: please ensure bookings fall between a Friday and Friday as can't cross over.
Note : Full weeks only from April to November.
Please note: This property has a minimum of 3 nights. Please note: This property only allows short breaks between March and the end of May.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The Boathouse is luxurious accommodation in an excellent location.”

“The Boathouse is a beautiful well appointed cottage that can only enhance your stay in Norfolk.”

“A lovely converted boathouse in the corner of a privately owned marina.”

“Lovely stay in The Boathouse .”

“Fabulous house in a great location.”

“One of the best places we have stayed at.”

“Beautifully presented accommodation in a super setting within the marina.”

“An immaculate property in every way.”

“Excellent appointed property.”

“Fantastic property, located right next to the river.”

“Lovely accomodation, very clean and welcome pack of essentials inc.”

“The host was fantastic.”

“Gorgeous house, clean & with everything you need.”

“Holiday cottage was amazing!”

“Superb location on the waters edge .”

“The Boathouse is a beautiful, well equipped, clean home from home in a quiet location.”

“The Boathouse was probably the best cottage we have ever rented.”

“Lovely cottage and owner very helpful as we arrived to a major power outage in the area!”

“A fantastic cottage right on the water's edge, perfect for canoeing, paddle boarding and messing around on the river.”

“The cottage was immaculate, well equipped and comfortable.”

“The Boathouse was absolutely beautiful, extremely well maintained & in a fantastic location.”

“The cottage was perfect spotlessly clean and very well equipped.”

“A beautiful cottage that nestles against the broads.”

“Quiet location on the Broads.”

“The location was beautiful, set on a small side-cutting of the river - providing a lovely quiet stretch to make use of the canoes (which we did every day).”

“The Boathouse is an excellent property, well presented and very welcoming.”

“Excellent cottage, clean and well equipped.”

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About the location

WAYFORD