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The Anchorage

Hoveton & Wroxham, Norfolk (Ref. 1177307)

Best Escapes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x first floor double with balcony, 1 x ground-floor twin with dividing wall, 1 x first floor twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Conservatory
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric range, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • TV, DVD player, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 6 cars
  • Enclosed garden with lawn, furniture, summerhouse and table tennis
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.2 miles, pub 1.2 miles, river 0.1 miles
  • Note: There is an unfenced river in the grounds, 10 yards away

The property

The Anchorage is a delightful pet-friendly retreat in Wroxham, Norfolk, offering a versatile layout across two floors that suits families and friends eager to explore the Broads National Park.

This detached riverside home greets you with a large driveway and a bold red door, setting the scene for a memorable stay.

Inside, a boot room provides space for outdoor gear before you step into the inviting living room, where a woodburning stove and Freeview TV create the perfect spot to unwind.

The dining room flows into a bright conservatory with patio doors framing views of the wrap-around garden and private waterway, ideal for morning coffee or evening drinks.

A well-equipped kitchen and handy utility room cater to all your self-catering needs.

Sleeping arrangements include a ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower and a twin room, while upstairs offers another twin with its own veranda overlooking the river and a double with a balcony for fresh-air moments.

A family bathroom completes the interior with a bath and overhead shower.

Outdoors, the enclosed garden leads directly to a private waterway connecting to Wroxham Broad, a paradise for wildlife and fishing enthusiasts, with seasonal fishing available from the doorstep (licence required).

Boating fans can take advantage of a free slipway launch nearby and mooring facilities at the property, making it easy to explore the waterways.

The garden also features a summerhouse and a covered cart shed with a table tennis table for competitive fun.

Just a short stroll brings you to Wroxham, the capital of the Norfolk Broads, where riverside streets brim with shops, cafés and restaurants, alongside river trips and boat hire.

Two train stations offer routes to Norwich and coastal favourites such as Cromer, plus the nostalgic Bure Valley steam railway.

A quick drive leads to Wroxham Barns, home to a petting farm, craft barns and family attractions, while sandy beaches lie within easy reach for traditional seaside days.

Further afield, Norwich boasts a magnificent cathedral, medieval lanes and vibrant dining, Aylsham offers the grand Blickling Estate with landscaped gardens and woodland walks, and North Walsham tempts with its market, scenic trails and charming cafés.

The Anchorage combines space, character and an enviable riverside setting, promising an unforgettable Norfolk escape.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

HOVETON & WROXHAM

Norwich 7 miles; North Walsham 10 miles; Aylsham 11 miles.

Hoveton & Wroxham are twin villages lying either side of the tranquil River Bure in Norfolk, commonly referred to as the “Capital of the Broads” and is the main centre for boating on the Broads. The villages are home to a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants as well as numerous boating emporia. Hoveton & Wroxham is home to a railway station with trains regularly running to Norwich or the coast, or you can spend a day on the Bure Valley Railway, a narrow gauge steam and diesel service running between the market town of Aylsham and Wroxham. The local area offers a wide choice of places to visit from craft barns and beautiful gardens to National Trust properties and Redwings Horse Sanctuary. Just four miles away is Sprowston Manor Hotel and Country Club with a golf club and spa. A short drive from Hoveton & Wroxham will bring you to the popular city of Norwich which boasts some of the finest buildings in Britain, with two cathedrals, a Norman castle and several large houses. Norwich also offers art galleries, museums, theatres and cinemas, as well as beautiful parks and gardens. Visit its stylish pubs, cafés and restaurants and enjoy its excellent shopping facilities. With Norfolk’s beautiful and varied coastline within easy reach, this is a lovely location for discovering Norfolk.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute

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