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The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk

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The Able Stables, Sam's Cottage, East Rudham: The seating and dining area in the outside barn
The Able Stables, Sam's Cottage, East Rudham: Carefully created to incorporate the assisted living requirements of the independent wheelchair user
The Able Stables, Sam's Cottage, East Rudham: Kitchen/ dining area
The Able Stables, Sam's Cottage, East Rudham: Super-king size bedroom
The Able Stables, Sam's Cottage, East Rudham: Looking out onto the gravel courtyard

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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East Rudham, Norfolk
  • Place, Houghton Hall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandringham House
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Norfolk Coast
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk

Relax in this handsome larch cottage, set within The Able Stables complex on the owner's farm in the delightful village of East Rudham. Sam's Cottage is presented on one level and has been carefully created to incorporate the assisted living requirements of the independent wheelchair user if needed.

This is a fabulous property which offers a unique holiday for guests with a variety of access requirements. Sam's Cottage offers an ideal bolthole free from the stresses of everyday life for anyone wishing to enjoy a secluded holiday in the Norfolk countryside. It is situated within its own private walled courtyard and the location makes it a perfect choice for all manner of holidaymakers: birdwatchers, walkers, cyclists, and beach lovers... anyone looking for a relaxing Norfolk hideaway to escape to for a short or longer break throughout the seasons. Within the larch cottage there is a full wet room, kitchen and dining area with wall-mounted televisions in both the bedroom and kitchen. The cosy bedroom is set up as a super-king size bed, however this can be made up as two singles on request.

The Able Stables can arrange for either right or left transfer for the bed when set up as a double and raise the bed to accommodate a hoist which can be rented from Norwich.. Please request at time of booking.

A truly amazing outside/inside sitting room with ample comfortable seating and dining area, unique furniture, wood burning stove and overhead heating adds to the charm and individuality of this destination.

Sam's Cottage is run as a social enterprise. Together with the owner's other property, Hewie's Cottage, the funds raised from paying guests go towards offering subsidised breaks to clients that would normally not be able to pay to get away. With these subsidised breaks there is an emphasis on disability of all kinds, but the property would suit anyone that wanted a great place to get away in a unique, reassuring and safe space.

When booking, if you do have specific accessibility requests, please speak to the team who will be able to help you further.

If you are a larger group why not consider taking Hewie's Cottage too and make the most of all that both properties offer.

Internal measurements:
All areas are on one level and there are no steps
Built to incorporate accessibility standards at level M2
​2 x pocket doors @ 0.85 m
Bedroom 2.95 m x 3.15 m
Bed height 23"
Wet room 3 m x 2 m
External automatic door 1.03 m

The Able Stables is also happy to provide (please request at time of booking):
Profiling bed
Shower seat
Glide-about
Toilet seat raiser
Bed raisers
Additional grab handles
Additional ramps
Basic wheelchair
Adapted cutlery


Additional Information:
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Bedding is feather.
Babes in arms welcome, but no equipment provided.
Please bring your own original size pods for the Nespresso coffee machine.
Tea, coffee and some coffee pods are provided. There is no welcome pack on this property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

King's Lynn

Located in King's Lynn, this holiday home is in a rural area. Norfolk Coast and Sandringham Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Courtyard Farm and Norfolk Lavender. Woad Centre and Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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East Rudham, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Houghton Hall - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Castle Acre Priory - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Sandringham House - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 19 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Kings Lynn Station - 22 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sculthorpe Mill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonalds - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fox and Hound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Limes (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$448, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Able Stables - Sam's Cottage, East Rudham, Norfolk located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Houghton Hall and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bircham Windmill and Sandringham House. Norfolk Coast and Sandringham Country Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfectly situated

It was a lovely property with all the necessary facilities. Perfectly situated to visit the beaches and other local sights. Very convenient if travelling with a dog.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mathew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very much enjoyed the location for journeys to the local beaches. We liked the outside space and inside particularly the sizeable wet room/ shower but the living area was a little small for us. Enjoyed the places to walk round in the property and it was exceptionally clean and well maintained throughout. The outside area was enclosed enough for our dog but a small dog could potentially get under the gate
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graham R.

A lovely stay

We had a great time at the stables, helped by amazing weather. The living accommodation is bijou but perfectly formed with pretty much everything you need. There is an amazing all year outdoor living space which we loved. There are several amazing beaches less than 25 mins drive and a great local pub 10 mins walk.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Excellent September stay in Able Stables

There wasn't much choice when we came to try to find a place to stay in Norfolk this September, but were very happy when we found Able Stables. A little bit different to the standard cottage, and all the better for that. Yes the pod is small, but it's completely adquate, with very comfortable bed, and a sufficient kitchen. Not a lot of storage space for any food you bring in, but we managed, and there is plenty of space in the utility room in the stables including a second fridge -- the freezer is also located there. We really enjoyed using the "outdoor" sitting space in the stables area -- we had all our meals there when we ate in. The owner is really friendly and very helpful and we love the concept of trying to provide a charity based facility of supporting holidays for the less abled. The "patio garden" in the stables courtyard is lovely with tubs with flowers, also herbs for guests' use and also when we were there, delicious tomatoes we could pick and eat. The stables area faces west so when the sun is out, it's lovely sitting out with the sun shining in. If it is raining there's a tansparent plastic curtain which can be drawn across. There are portable gas fires and overhead electric heaters available if you feel a bit chilly. There's also a wood/coal burner in that area. We ate out one night in the Crown, 5 minutes walk and that was delicious; we also loved the brownies and home made pork pies from the small shop just across from the crown. Lots to do in the area -- well located for many of Norfolk's attractions. We will be back!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sally S.

Local Staycation

We very much enjoyed our stay. The bed was very comfortable which made it feel like home. The wet room was brilliant. Although the kitchen was quite small it was adequate and had everything needed to cook an evening meal. Outside the garden was great for our dog; spacious and secure. The inside outside lounge was quite quirky and we used it to relax and read a book. We didn't need the adaptions/facilities for wheelchair users but we could see it would have been ideal. For eating out The Crown in East Rudham was great, dog friendly and a short walk. Plenty of gorgeous beaches to visit too. The owner was very helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

We had a lovely relaxing stay at Able Stable.

Our stay at Able Stable was very pleasant the area is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The accommodation has a very clean with a spacious outside area, containing all the facilities anyone would require. The local pub servers very good food and is a short walk from the accommodation. There is the added bonus of a tea room next door to the pub for anyone with a sweet tooth!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

Able Stables

We had a lovely week. The ‘pod’ part of the accommodation was very small, and smaller than implied by the photos, however, the bed was comfortable and the bed linen and towels hotel standard. The kitchen was kitted out with essentials to cook. The outdoor living space was nicely done and comfortable - but we were lucky with the weather. We liked that it was a social enterprise situation. The location was great and there were really good walks right from the house. The village had a good pub.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful home from home

This was a comfortable and well appointed retreat. Excellent proximity to North Norfolk towns and beaches. Safe enclosed walled courtyard with room for children to play safely. Comfortable semi open stable area with woodburner, barbecue and social area, All under cover. Outside tables face west for evening sunsets.

About the host

Hosted by Norfolk Hideaways

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What makes this property unique

Entrance

Via key pad and the wide door will open automatically to enable wheelchair users to enter, level ground.
Kitchen/dining room
Double hob, electric oven, fridge, dining table and two chairs, laminate floor and a wall mounted television.
Wet room
Fully accessible with a level floor, wheelchair user height WC, wash basin, walk/roll in shower with rainfall shower head, hand-held shower and hand rail (please advise if you require a shower chair).
Bedroom
With a super-king size bed (can be made up as twin singles on request), chest of drawers, wall mounted television, hanging space for clothes and dressing gowns.
Hand door press to exit lodge

Outside:

Decked patio area to the front.
Off-road parking.
Please note the following rooms are in the separate barn and are open on one side.
Sitting room
With a dining table and four chairs, a wheelchair, comfortable chairs, riser recliner chair, bench, a wood burning stove, (initial supply of logs provided, further logs can be purchased from the owner) and wall mounted heaters.
Utility room
With a washing machine, dishwasher, dresser, low wash basin for wheelchair users, fridge, deep freezer, dining table and two chairs. Separate dining room in the barn.
Decking all around the property all level for wheelchair use.
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