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Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended.
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Mattishall, Dereham
- Place, Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station6 min drive
- Place, Strikes Bowling9 min drive
- Place, Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum9 min drive
- Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)23 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended.
If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle, Heath Cottage puts you at the heart of the countryside, with plenty of local footpaths and bridleways to explore across acres of fields and farm land. Despite the feeling of being away from it all, the cottage is on the outskirts of the village of Mattishall, and you’re within easy reach of some of Norfolk’s most historic towns, including Dereham and Wymondham. The county town of Norwich is also just a 20-minute drive away.
Inside this semi-detached cottage, you’ll find plenty of room for you to all relax and enjoy your time away. There’s a living room with a wood-burning stove to keep you cosy in the cooler months, along with a separate snug and a sitting area in the kitchen too. Two of the bedrooms have zip and link beds that can be converted to twin beds should you wish.
Despite being thoroughly and tastefully renovated, the property has retained many of its period charms, including its wooden beams. The delightful, enclosed garden is accessible from bifold doors in the kitchen. On a sunny day, there’s nothing better than to open the doors fully and enjoy life al fresco on the terrace, complete with hot tub and table tennis, surrounded by the birdsong.
Ground Floor:
Hallway. Utility room. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Snug area. Large, open-plan kitchen and dining room with a sitting area and bi-fold doors leading to patio and garden.
Bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower, twin wash basins and WC.
First Floor:
Four bedrooms: bedroom one with a 5' king-size bed; bedroom two with a 6' super-king size zip and link bed (can be separated to twin 3' beds on request); bedroom three with a 4'6 double bed; and bedroom four with a 5' king-size zip and link bed which can be separated to twin 2'6 singles beds on request.
Family bathroom with a free-standing slipper bath, large separate shower, wash basin and WC.
Outside:
Large driveway with parking for four cars. Large, enclosed rear garden. Patio area with hot tub, table tennis table, gas barbecue and garden furniture.
Equipment
Wood burning stove.
Large range cooker and oven.
Electric cooker.
Microwave.
Two fridge freezers.
Wine fridge.
Dishwasher.
Washing machine.
Tumble dryer.
Four televisions with Freeview.
WiFi*.
DVD and Blu-ray player.
Digital radio.
Highchair, cot and stair gates available on request.
Garden furniture.
Hot tub.
Table tennis.
Gas barbecue.
*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Rural Retreats will be held responsible.
Inside this semi-detached cottage, you’ll find plenty of room for you to all relax and enjoy your time away. There’s a living room with a wood-burning stove to keep you cosy in the cooler months, along with a separate snug and a sitting area in the kitchen too. Two of the bedrooms have zip and link beds that can be converted to twin beds should you wish.
Despite being thoroughly and tastefully renovated, the property has retained many of its period charms, including its wooden beams. The delightful, enclosed garden is accessible from bifold doors in the kitchen. On a sunny day, there’s nothing better than to open the doors fully and enjoy life al fresco on the terrace, complete with hot tub and table tennis, surrounded by the birdsong.
Ground Floor:
Hallway. Utility room. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Snug area. Large, open-plan kitchen and dining room with a sitting area and bi-fold doors leading to patio and garden.
Bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower, twin wash basins and WC.
First Floor:
Four bedrooms: bedroom one with a 5' king-size bed; bedroom two with a 6' super-king size zip and link bed (can be separated to twin 3' beds on request); bedroom three with a 4'6 double bed; and bedroom four with a 5' king-size zip and link bed which can be separated to twin 2'6 singles beds on request.
Family bathroom with a free-standing slipper bath, large separate shower, wash basin and WC.
Outside:
Large driveway with parking for four cars. Large, enclosed rear garden. Patio area with hot tub, table tennis table, gas barbecue and garden furniture.
Equipment
Wood burning stove.
Large range cooker and oven.
Electric cooker.
Microwave.
Two fridge freezers.
Wine fridge.
Dishwasher.
Washing machine.
Tumble dryer.
Four televisions with Freeview.
WiFi*.
DVD and Blu-ray player.
Digital radio.
Highchair, cot and stair gates available on request.
Garden furniture.
Hot tub.
Table tennis.
Gas barbecue.
*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Rural Retreats will be held responsible.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Dereham
Located in Dereham, this cottage is in a rural area. Market Place and Elm Hill are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Norfolk Broads and Bowthorpe Marsh. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at UEA Sportspark or Badminton at Blyth Jex. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling.

Mattishall, Dereham
What's nearby
- Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
- Dereham Windmill - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
- Strikes Bowling - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
- Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
- Norfolk Showground - 12 min drive - 15.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- The Barking Buck - 6 min drive
- The Cock - 8 min drive
- The Honingham Buck - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
8 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jane T.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house for a family gathering
Jane T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Taylor C.
22 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Taylor C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Cassie Y.
27 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Amazing stay and will definitely come back!
Cassie Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth H.
26 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow what a wonderful place
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tonny A.
24 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, would reccommend
Tonny A.
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