Guests say
The Duck House receives high praise for its immaculate cleanliness, comfortable amenities, and tranquil location. Guests consistently commend the welcoming touches and the indulgent hot tub, making it a highly recommended retreat for relaxation and enjoyment of Norfolk's charms.
Reviewers are unanimous in their appreciation of the property's cleanliness, describing it as immaculate and spotless, which indicates exceptional standards of hygiene and upkeep.
The property is appreciated for its peaceful setting and proximity to local attractions and amenities. While some guests find it slightly remote for certain activities, the tranquil environment and wildlife are highly valued.
Guests report a high level of comfort, with special mentions of underfloor heating and comfortable furnishings. The property is described as warm and welcoming, contributing to a restful experience.
The Duck House boasts well-equipped facilities, including a praised hot tub. Some minor feedback on drying space and wardrobe capacity slightly tempers the otherwise excellent feedback on the property's amenities.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is frequently highlighted, with mentions of welcome packs and little extras. While these are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such personal touches, though common, are offered at the hosts' discretion.
About this property
Watton 3.5 miles. The Duck House is the perfect choice for a romantic getaway and a peaceful stay in Norfolk, boasting a glorious super-king-size bed, this intimate property is ideal for a couple to escape from day to day life in a relaxing setting. Based on the owner's ground, the sweeping driveway takes you to your own private entrance of a traditional red brick barn conversion, greeting you with a large lawned area and your own private patio, a great spot to sit out on a summer's day with a bottle of beer as you enjoy an outdoor picnic. Be impressed as you step inside to this contemporary space, where a rustic exterior meets stylish indoor fittings and fixtures, with an open-plan kitchen, dining space and lounge area. Rustle up a delicious meal for two in the state-of-the-art kitchen, fitted with everything you might need for a self-catered stay including luxury items such as a dishwasher, washing machine and a coffee maker. Spend a date night at the lovely dining table, either with your own home-cooking or a nearby takeaway after a tiring day of exploring before retiring to the large corner sofa, snuggling up for a cosy film night, flicking through the Smart TV. Elegant bi-folding doors lead you into the amazing super-king-size bed, the perfect spot to rest your head to prepare for an exciting day ahead, just behind the room is a super convenient storage space for any bags, bikes, or watersports equipment. Soak your troubles away in the hot tub, sipping on a glass of prosecco as you enjoy a private evening in this lavish space, you can even open the patio doors to overlook the lush green lawn. Once finished, a door leads you straight into the sleek shower room so you can get washed up and dried quickly in the spacious walk-in shower. The local area provides a vast array of attractions, including scenic walks including Peddars Way an ancient route which links to the coastal path, and the Pingo Trail can be found on your doorstep. A stroll away from the property The Chequers Inn, a historic inn with a pub, restaurant and lounge, dating back to 1499, boasting bistro-style dining, a cosy lounge for late night drinks, and alfresco dining all year round, whereas Wayside Farm Shop is slightly further afield, specialising in local meat and fresh seasonal vegetables. The nearby market town of Watton is a delightful area with a wider selection of independent shops, supermarkets, pubs, restaurants, cafés, and a weekly market sourcing local fish, as well as enchanting woodland at Wayland Wood, a Site of Special Scientific Interest with walking trails, birdwatching and local wildlife. Enjoy a day of cultural exploration at historical attractions including a 15th century manor house, Oxburgh Hall, or the Watton Clock Tower based on a busy high street. Meslop Farm Park is a fantastic day out for both kids and adults, giving you the chance to spend time with a baby piglet or rabbit, or feed a variety of cute farm animals. Enjoy a day out in the fresh countryside air at Thetford Forest Park, home to a selection of walks including historic, coastal and wildlife trails, as well as a Neolithic flint mine at Grime's Graves, a spectacular lunar landscape. If you're fancying a fast paced day out, visit the bustling city of Norwich, exploring thriving high street shopping, fun bars, fine dining, museums, art galleries, or venture to the outskirts for an abundance of watersports activities at Whitlingham Country Park. A romantic escape awaits at The Duck House, a secluded space to explore Norfolk.
Watton is a bustling market town in easy reach of Norwich, Norfolk and North Suffolk, home to the historic Wayland Wood, as well as a weekly market, supermarkets, shops, pubs and restaurants. Nearby attractions include Thetford Forest Park, Norwich Cathedral, a variety of golf courses, and local fishing produce. Watton is a quaint base to begin your Norfolk escapades.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
One super-king-size bedroom.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Indoor hot tub room
Electric underfloor heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine, Smart TV, and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Bike storage.
Private patio with seating and lawn space.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3.5 miles, pub 0.9 miles.
Note: This property is on the owner's grounds.
Please Note: this property does not accept children, but will accept babes in arms.
Note: Please note this property accepts a minimum 4 nights stay.
Note: Customers are not permitted to charge electric vehicles at the property without prior arrangement with the owner.
Please note: This property needs 3 days notice for a booking.
Nearby points of interest
- Dad's Army Museum
- Banham Zoo
- High Lodge Centre
- Oxburgh Hall (National Trust)
Reviews (42)
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Paul
The duck house is the ideal cottage for a relaxing time it is very spacious, clean and has all the expected facilities hot tub is superb
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Joe
If you want a quiet retreat this is perfect. We loved the use of the hot tub. The pub in the village serves superb home cooked food. Really excellent place. Highly recommend.
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Jonathan
The Hot tub for us was fantastic we used nearly every night, we felt relaxed and ready for rge next day after 40 minutes in it. Our holiday was so good it felt like we spent 14 days at Duck House, it was nice that the history of the site was included in the welcome brochure, we always felt that should if we needed to that we could have contacted the owners who lived next door but we were left to our own devices and that suited us on saying that we did make sure we said bye and thanked them for having us at Duck House, we will always remember the relaxing time we had there.