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Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages

Cottage in Norwich with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior detail
Interior
Located in a peaceful setting, this dog-welcoming property offers an enclosed garden and field views. Enjoy relaxing walks from the door, birdwatching or wildlife spotting while unwinding in the conservatory with French doors opening to the private lawn.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages

Very dog welcoming property all on one level. Enclosed garden and field views. Plenty of peaceful walks from the door. Ideal for reactive dogs, birdwatchers, wildlife lovers and walkers.

Lounge/kitchen
This is a high ceilinged, generous sized room with amazing inglenook fireplace, lots of interesting art and decorations, comfy sofas and a coffee table. There is a flat-screen smart TV, portable radio, bookshelves and very neatly fitted kitchen including oven, hob, microwave and fridge with plenty of storage space. Off this is the....

Bedroom
Double bed, hanging space and window seat. Beside the bedroom is the ensuite shower room with toilet, sink, chair and hanging space.

Conservatory
This generous and light-filled room has a sofa, coffee table, table and chairs. The conservatory is fully fitted with blinds to ensure privacy. French doors open out onto the spacious lawn of the private garden - a lovely place to sit and enjoy the sunlight and peace.
Parking
Off-road parking is on the shared driveway from which guests can access their private garden through the picket gate. There is a path leading to the conservatory access door.

Outside
There is seating on the lawn to enjoy the views across the fields and the peace and quiet on a sunny day (south-facing) plus an additional secluded seating area next to the conservatory. The fencing between the drive and the garden is 5ft reed panels and this extends to the back of the house giving you a good level of privacy from the owners' section of the house. The wall along the front, with the metal gate in, is approximately 3ft high.

The fields opposite are wonderful to watch the sun and the running hares and deer that occasionally cross the fields.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

521745

About the neighborhood

Map
Norwich, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • BeWILDerwood - 13 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Norwich Cathedral - 29 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • University of East Anglia - 31 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 32 min drive - 30.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hoveton and Wroxham Station - 14 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Broadlands Fish And Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carmel’s Cafe Bacton - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Swan Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Harnser - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Norfolk Broads, Stalham Firehouse Museum, and East Ruston Old Vicarage. The Museum of the Broads is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Badger's Retreat | East Ruston Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

A wonderful place to stay in a beautiful location..

Fantastic hosts who made us feel very welcome and made our stay one we will remember. Great location in a beautiful part of the country.
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10/10 Excellent

Great little place

Lovely little retreat perfect for 2 and very dog friendly. Perfect location and very welcoming hosts
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect for short stay

Property is clean, fresh and airy.... Owners very friendly and welcoming. Lovely secure garden suitable for dogs to explore. Great walks on the doorstep. Beach is only short drive away.
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10/10 Excellent

Another great week away

Very nice cottage to stay in with all the things we need and a great location for us to head out around Norfolk or just enjoy the wildlife.
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10/10 Excellent

Badgers Retreat

Quiet location, nice and relaxing but also close to local amenities. Accommodation comfy and very clean. Nice to have enclosed garden for dog.
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8/10 Good

Lovely short break

Very glad we found badgers retreat. Owners really lovely and cottage comfortable. Very dog friendly indeed.
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10/10 Excellent

Badger's Retreat

Lovely comfortable accommodation, owners very friendly and welcoming. Extremely dog friendly. Great area for walking and getting to beaches.
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10/10 Excellent

Ginny L.

A little slice of Heaven

We had a delightful long weekend at Badger's Retreat. We had rain and sun in equal measure but were able to enjoy the peace and quiet of the garden and surrounding area. The road going past it has about one car a day. The Weavers Way is 5 minutes walk away and the beautiful beaches a short drive away. We walked to the Swan in Stalham which was very good and also went to Smallsticks and Poppylands cafes which were excellent. When it rained it was cosy to sit and read in the conservatory. The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped. The fully enclosed garden was enjoyed by my spaniel too. We loved it and cant wait to return. Ginny and Willow
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely peaceful holiday cottage

A lovely week away. A quiet and peaceful location to escape to. Close to beaches and cafes etc. The dogs were made welcome along with us. Highly recommended as a delightful escape to the countryside and still close to the coast.
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely place for a relaxing break

It is a beautiful cottage and the owners are so lovely. We had a really peaceful and relaxing time. Would love to go back at some point!
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10/10 Excellent

Another great return visit

Our second visit to Badger's retreat and as good as the last one. Such lovely hosts, making us feel so welcome. AND yet again we had fantastic weather.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

A Super Break

Thank-you Terri and East Ruston Cottages for fitting us in at the last minute. We particularly love the secure garden!
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10/10 Excellent

A very relaxing week.

We’ve stayed at Badgers Retreat previously, so knew that we’d enjoy another week here. We don’t go far, walks on Weavers Way and trips to the local beaches followed by snoozing in the conservatory (not just the dogs!). Terri and Richard are great hosts, they keep the place clean and tidy and the garden is great for our dogs.
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10/10 Excellent

Peace and Quite

The, comparatively new owners, Kerry and Kevin, were very welcoming and helpful when we arrived. The welcoming pack was much appreciated. Not just for humans but treats for the dog. This is the place if you want peace and quite. The beautiful garden was the place to sit, especially in the afternoon and evening, watching across the fields to see buzzards, swallows and occasional deer. We have never seen so many butterflies and small 'bumble bees'. I think they were called Miner Bees. It felt that we were miles from anywhere but in fact we were a short drive to shops, beaches etc. Our 12 yr old retired Guide Dog was very much at home and enjoyed the local walks.
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10/10 Excellent

william l.

A Week In Heavan.

Very good to wind down and plenty of nice walks. The surrounding area is great and we had good weather. The cottage was w arm and clean and very dog friendly, we think our dogs enjoyed it as much as us. hoping for a return next year or a longer stay
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Wonderful Short Break

We had a lovely few day staying at Badger's Retreat. The owner Terri met us on arrival and showed us around the property. We were very grateful for the welcome pack and the cottage was perfect for two people and two dogs, we were very comfortable. The location was great for us as there are plenty of walks from the door and lots of lovely beaches a short drive away. We would definitely recommend and return.
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8/10 Good

Kenny M., Durham

Relaxing break

Enjoyable week in this comfortable property. Had everything you need for humans and dogs! Lovely welcome from owners. Very relaxing
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10/10 Excellent

Firework Free Getaway

Great cosy cottage, just the right size for two. Very comfortable and compact, well equipped and a lovely secure garden for our dogs. Within easy reach of the beaches and woods and Weavers Way almost on the doorstep so plenty of choice for walks. Best of all no fireworks nearby to upset our older dog so we all had relaxed evenings throughout the week. Hosts Terri and Richard were most welcoming and the thoughtful welcome pack was much appreciated.
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10/10 Excellent

100

My 7th 2 week stay at Badgers retreat. Excellent location lovely secure garden. Excellent hosts Richard and Terrie. Love it didn’t want to leave.
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10/10 Excellent

Worth a visit

Lovely welcome . Everywhere smelt fresh ......cottage is equipped with all you need to enjoy your stay. Very comfy sofas, which the dogs are allowed on(put throws down) The garden was perfect for my two small dogs....fully enclosed, lots for them to explore safely. Nearby Weavers Way for lovely walks. Short drive to the beach.....
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing Place

The hosts are absolutely wonderful and the cottage is so very very special. Terrie and Richard were so friendly and helpful and we were blown away by all the thought and design that went into the cottage. It was perfectly situated for our reactive dog, with lovely walks and near to beaches and has a beautiful garden where our dog could run around safely in. Badgers retreat is a slice of heaven and we cannot recommend it highly enough.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely Location

We really enjoyed our stay at Badgers Retreat. Perfect location for easy travelling to all nearby coastal resorts. The Cottage is lovely.. met all our requirements for a short stay break. Fabulous garden.. very secure so our Jack Russell couldn't escape. Terri & Richard (Owners) are very lovely people. So friendly and helpful. Cottage was well equipped with everything needed and a lovely Welcome Pack provided too. We would definitely stay here again .
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10/10 Excellent

best zoomie garden

stitch, popeye and dot had the best week zooming around the lovely garden and meeting the wonderful owners! brilliant welcome pack with doggo snacks and hooman snacks too we all had a lovely time regardless of the rain
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10/10 Excellent

Badgers Retreat Norfolk

Lovely quaint cottage with beautiful secure garden for our dog. Terri & Richard were very welcoming & friendly. The property had everything needed and the welcome food pack for hoomans & doggy treats was lovely. The area was very quiet but was further away from anything than expected for us, a good 30 minute walk to village & pub. Great for a very peaceful getaway
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa L.

Short and Sweet Weekend Break

We had a wonderful short stay. The dogs absolutely loved it. I've never stayed anywhere where I felt like we were more welcomed and accepted from the dog treats to the cage to the throws and more. Despite the heavy rain all weekend, we had a number of adventures and enjoyed listening to the rain on the conservatory roof. Thank you!