Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Wroxham (3.5mls NE), Norfolk

A beautiful property formerly the coach house of the Grade II-listed Smallburgh Hall is perfect for families and friends looking for a restful countryside holiday close to the Norfolk Broads and the beautiful coastline. With a spacious and contemporary interior, this cottage has a distinctly superior feel and the added attraction of plenty of on-site facilities. A great place to start exploring the Broads is the Museum of the Broads, 4.5 miles away.

This attractive cottage, set over a single level, is located within the owner’s grounds, where privacy is assured. The property has stylish decor and furnishings with white-washed walls and a spacious lounge/diner for easy socialising. The centrepiece is a brick fireplace housing a wood burner.

The living and dining areas are cleverly arranged around the central fireplace, meaning you stay snug wherever you are seated. The lounge has a relaxing sofa, perfect for chatting, reading or watching the TV. The kitchen is off the comfortable dining area near the entrance.

It has a chic design and all the necessary appliances to make meal preparation a breeze so you can focus on spending quality time together. There are two attractive bedrooms, a king-size and a twin. Completing this impressive property is a lovely bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC.

Head outside to a private garden area with garden furniture, surrounded by trees, where you can enjoy al fresco dining on warm days. As an extra treat, there is a private hot tub to unwind. Norfolk is known for its magnificent beaches, and you can reach the sandy shores at Mundesley and Overstrand within 15 miles.

Wroxham, the gateway to the unique watery environment of the Broads, is less than 5 miles away, where you can hire a day boat to explore the quiet waterways and villages. And the splendid National Trust properties at Felbrigg (16 miles) and Blickling (12 miles) are within easy reach.