Guests say
Lucky Duck Cottage is a charming, well-equipped retreat in a tranquil village setting, ideal for exploring the Norfolk Broads. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, convenient location, and friendly, helpful hosts. Thoughtful touches such as welcome treats are appreciated, though not guaranteed. While most found the cottage clean and comfortable, a few noted minor maintenance and cleanliness issues, and some felt the garden and certain facilities could be improved. Overall, it offers a delightful base for a relaxing getaway, with easy access to local walks, pubs, and amenities.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, though a few mentioned issues such as crumbs, dirty plates, and the need for a deeper clean. Some also noted the oven and showers could be better maintained.
The location is highly praised for its peaceful village setting, proximity to the Broads, and easy access to local walks and amenities. A few guests mentioned it is a short walk to the nearest town, but overall the setting is considered excellent.
Guests generally found the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, with good beds and seating. Some mentioned lightweight duvets and soft pillows, which may not suit everyone, and noted the cottage is compact, especially for four adults.
The cottage is well equipped with modern features, board games, and books. However, several guests noted minor maintenance issues such as a missing fridge bottle rack, worn cooking utensils, and shower temperature controls. The garden is smaller than expected.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches like milk, biscuits, cake, and treats for dogs on arrival. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A beautiful cottage to indulge and delight. Explore the magnificent Norfolk Broads and excellent coastline or visit the great city of Norwich.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed front garden with sitting-out area, terrace and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Set in an idyllic village location, opposite the village duck pond, nestled in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. The wonderful village of Coltishall, just a few minutes’ drive, has amenities and the wonderful River Bure with village green, with mooring for a boat available alongside the green, first come, first served, with fishing along the riverbank (seasonal, licence required).
Beautifully styled, furnished and equipped to offer comfort, blending contemporary design with the character and charm of this wonderful cottage. Being well equipped and having an enclosed courtyard garden with seating offering an opportunity to relax.
For those looking to dine out, the village offers four inns with restaurants, Chinese and Indian takeaways, a fish and chip shop, and two butchers’ shops, a tea room, general store and a fine dining award winning restaurant. The River Bure flows through the village and is a great place to sit and watch the boating activity. There are pubs located on the waterside with beer gardens.
Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, is 4 miles away where day boats can be hired, and trips taken to explore the miles of waterways rich with birds and wildlife. Riverside cafés, restaurants, garden centre and shops offer great days out. Wroxham Barns, just a few minutes outside Wroxham, has craft barns, eateries, petting farm animals and a play park for the children.
Enjoy a trip on the Bure Valley Steam Railway, with the train stopping at Coltishall to jump on and off, visiting Wroxham and the popular market town of Aylsham. Excellent sandy beaches are within a 30-minute drive. Mundersley, Happisburgh and Sea Palling all offer excellent wide sandy beaches and traditional seaside amusements and cafés.
The city of Norwich is just a 20-minute drive with its cathedral, theatre, castle museum, two indoor shopping centres, a market square, art galleries, plenty of cafés and restaurants. The area has excellent birdwatching and fishing opportunities, and the network of trails and footpaths make it popular with both on and off road cyclists and walkers.
Activities for young families include Wroxham Barns, the Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade, Bewilderwood at Horning, Banham Zoo and Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. National Trust properties nearby include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Sheringham Park. Beach 14 miles. Pubs, restaurants, and shop 0.8 miles.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Wroxham Barns
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Cromer Pier
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- University of East Anglia (UEA)
- Norfolk Broads
- West Runton Beach
Reviews (20)
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Ian Hutchings
Great accommodation - helpful owners and excellent location
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Confirmed Guest
Loved everything about it.
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Confirmed Guest
A wonderful little cottage, that gave us a quackingly good weekend away. It was warm, comfortable and cosy. Well equipped and clean. Lovely host who left milk and biscuits on our arrival. Introduced herself and we knew if we had any issues we could just ask. Had a very fabulous meal at The Rising Sun public house, and throughly good fish and chips from Jeffery’s. Both in Coltishall. Would definitely stay again and would highly recommend.