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Dog friendly luxury cabin in the Norfolk countryside

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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East Ruston, Norfolk
  • East Ruston Old Vicarage
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • BeWILDerwood
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bacton Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Dog friendly luxury cabin in the Norfolk countryside

ABOUT THE INSIDE

Open plan kitchen/dining/living area
Very light and airy with French doors onto the decking. Leather chair and matching leather sofa which can also be a comfortable sofa bed. The wall mounted flat screen TV has a DVD player and a selection of DVDs for you to watch. As well as Freeview, there is Fire TV with Prime Video, Prime Music and Alexa. The flooring is non-slip LVT throughout.

A substantial folding table and comfortable chairs are provided in the kitchen area which is neatly and beautifully designed to maximise the space. There is a ceramic hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge and everything you could need for a self-catering holiday including a good selection of cooking utensils and plenty of crockery and cutlery. There is an espresso machine available which takes Nespresso classic pods (not VertuoLine). Just off this room is a cupboard containing the washing machine and the table top freezer (34 litres, approx. half size of an under counter freezer) plus iron and ironing board, all neatly tucked away.

Shower Room
Fully tiled modern wet room with a state of the art toilet (ideal for disabled/infirm guests), sink and shower.

Double Bedroom
The bed is a super king zip and link so it can be good sized twin beds if you prefer. Plenty of room and storage space in the wardrobe and under bed drawers. There are French doors in this room which also open out straight onto the decking.

ABOUT THE OUTSIDE
The Lodge is down a private drive with easy parking just outside the front door for 2 cars.

At the back there is a good size enclosed area of decking and grass. Lights all around the decking edge make it easy to see at night and there is patio furniture for 4 plus a barbecue, plus parasol and two loungers. All around the garden on 2 sides there is chestnut paling, approximately 4 ft. Behind that is evergreen laurel hedging over 6' providing a visual as well as physical barrier. The bottom of the fencing is filled with chicken fencing to stop little dogs getting through and the gates are at least 1.2m high. On the other side there is a solid fence.There is a tall metal gate in the rear of the garden that leads to a separate garden which contains a Summerhouse with wicker chairs and deckchairs.

Property manager

Sue Allen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this apartment is in a rural area. Happisburgh Lighthouse and How Hill Trust are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Broads and Hickling Broad. East Ruston Old Vicarage and The Museum of the Broads are also worth visiting.
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East Ruston, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • East Ruston Old Vicarage - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Happisburgh Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wroxham Barns - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • BeWILDerwood - 11 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Bacton Beach - 21 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Hoveton and Wroxham Station - 20 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeesmiths - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Happisburgh Hill House Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪White Swan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bluebell - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog friendly luxury cabin in the Norfolk countryside pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog friendly luxury cabin in the Norfolk countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog friendly luxury cabin in the Norfolk countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog friendly luxury cabin in the Norfolk countryside located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Norfolk Broads and within 3 miles (5 km) of East Ruston Old Vicarage and Stalham Firehouse Museum. The Museum of the Broads is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Holiday at the Lodge

I stayed in the lodge with my wife and dog. It was ideally situated for us with a reactive dog as it was very quiet and surrounded by countryside. The Lodge was very clean and had everything provided for a comfortable stay. The extra touches were very much appreciated. There were dog bowls, towels, toys and biscuits. Also fresh eggs, butter, cheese, milk, bread. Toilet rolls etc. the garden area is perfect. The only downside was the settee isn’t particularly comfortable and the tv sound not great. These didn’t affect us thoroughly enjoying our stay and would definitely recommend it.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Another wonderful holiday at the lodge, we love the wet room , I find it great and easy to use with my health issues. The dogs love the garden and the great walks from the Lodge. Weavers way especially. We have already booked and are counting down the days until the next visit. Thank you for a wonderful week .
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8/10 Good

Great Lodge for a short stay

Easy to book, great location for us, lovely lodge, very well equipped, clean and tidy. Only downside was the sofa was so terribly uncomfortable, the leather seats do not stay on the base. Also light on patio and outside entrance do not work. However, we had a lovely break and would return as we really enjoyed the area and the cottage was great for a short stay with our dog, so thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

All about the dogs

We contacted East Ruston cottages to ask which properties might be suitable for us and from that very first email, they were so helpful. We settled on 'the lodge', which was a perfect property for the two of us and 3 cocker spaniels. It had a secure garden, very private and ideal for the dogs. Inside was very comfortable with everything you could need ,and more besides. The dogs were provided with beds, bowls, treats,and throws to cover the sofa should they wish to sit with us...and they did! Everything about the property is very geared up for dogs, it welcomes dogs with open arms, which is pretty unique when you have more than one or two dogs. We enjoyed long walks in the local lanes and the beach was 4 miles away,a few minutes by car. All on all, highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Pawfect

Pawfect , we love the lodge , it’s perfect for our rescue who struggles in certain situations and circumstances. The garden is perfect, it’s so relaxing, quiet has everything we need for a perfect holiday. We have already booked for next year and really just counting down the days until we are there again xx
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10/10 Excellent

Can you keep a secret?

Another wonderful stay at the Lodge, just don’t tell anyone how fantabulous it is! ERC are amazing, every property is firstly dog friendly & humans are secondary.. the Lodge is clean, cosy & has almost everything you would need.. Oir dogs love their holibobs at the Lodge..
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect for a weekend stay

This was our second visit to the Lodge. We absolutely love it. The dogs walked in like they’ve been there all the time they’re so settled and contented welcome pack for dog and humans. We feel so at home in the lodge is a lovely weekend and we were blessed with the weather, several miles each day we are going to be returning but we’re going to go to a different cottage as much as we love the lodge. A change will be nice too kept a very high standard and Office East Ruston cottages are so friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Very welcoming & Dog Friendly

This is a very well equipped lodge & very dog friendly. (Even the toilet paper had doggy imprints ). We were provided with dog bowls, dog beds, dog towels & doggy treats as well as a lovely welcome pack for us humans. The garden is a good size & secure. The lodge is set located within a very rural area & has some lovely walks. Plenty of good beaches to choose from with a short drive. We did have a couple of issues with the kitchen tap & internet but the owner was very responsive to try & resolve. Highly recommended
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Lovely cosy holiday retreat

This was the second time we have visited The Lodge. The garden is really secure and private for our dog, who loved running around in the big space. The cottage is very well-equipped and the bed is extremely comfortable. We had a slight issue with the wifi that the owner dealt with really promptly, which was very much appreciated. The location is very peaceful but a short distance to wonderful beaches; Cart Gap is our favourite as you can walk from there for miles along the coast. The cottage is spotlessly clean unlike some other 'dog friendly' accommodation we have used in the past. There is a difference between holiday lets that simply tolerate dogs and those that actually provide a holiday destination that is focused on making sure your dogs are safe and comfortable, and East Ruston Cottages definitely come into the latter category. Thank you so much to Sue and the team as always for a pleasant and relaxing break.
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10/10 Excellent

We absolutely love The Lodge

This was our 2nd stay at The Lodge and we loved it as much as the first time we stayed, the property is spotlessly clean, the garden is just beautiful and my 3 cocker spaniels loved it, we were lucky enough to have sun all week so made good use of the garden in the evenings, the bed is amazingly comfy, we loved the doggy shower outside it's a great addition to wash off sandy/muddy paws after a walk, the property is perfectly situated to explore Norfolk, Weavers way is just down the road which we loved, Happisburgh to Walkcott, Bacton woods, Durham canal, Cromer, overstrand, Mundesley, we ate out at The Lessingham star which is super dog friendly and food is lovely, and The Ship at Mundesley which does amazing food and has the best views and again very dog friendly, we would highly recommend The Lodge and would definitely return again.
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10/10 Excellent

Pawfect

Another wonderful week . We love this cottage so much and have already booked again for next year. Perfect for our reactive rescue, with Weavers Way just up the road , the lovely,And everything you need for a relaxing holiday, Even though the weather was not perfect we sat in the lovely garden and enjoyed peace and quiet . Counting the days to our next holiday. Thank you so much ERC
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8/10 Good

The Lodge, East Ruston

What a superb, dog-friendly cottage for two adults and their dogs. Everything was as we had expected. The cottage was compact but well equipped and well thought out. We didn’t make much use of the outdoor space, choosing to explore the local beaches and NT properties, however, we always knew the dogs were safe and contained in the garden when we were at the cottage. All the appliances worked well though we didn’t use the television nor the coffee maker. The refrigerator and separate freezer were adequate for two for the week. Fortunately, the super-king size bed was very comfortable. The sofa was not as comfortable as the arm chair so we took it in turns to benefit from the arm chair. The wet room facilities were good and, we noted, were equipped for someone with additional needs.
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10/10 Excellent

The Lodge

The Lodge is the 6th property we have stayed at through ERC and once again it certainly did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome, with the lovely goodies that had been left for us. Everything had been catered for with regards humans and dogs. The garden was lovely and so dog friendly, the weather was not brilliant but that did not stop us having a great time. The patio furniture was lovely, and would definitely have used the barbeque if weather had been better . There was an outside hose that was not working which was a shame as that could have been very useful for washing down our puppy after coming back from muddy walks . I can highly recommend the Lodge and once again ERC have proved they are the best company for providing everything you need when it comes to a perfect holiday. Just going on line to see availability for next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Extremely well equipped

The Lodge was extremely well equipped and the most dog friendly accommodation we have ever stayed in. A selection of dog beds, fleeces for the seating, dog treats, towels and bowls. There was a lovely welcome pack for us on the table and in the fridge. Tissues, toilets rolls, towels, tea towels, flannels, hand soap, washing up liquid, cleaning items. A decent sized little freezer & good sized fridge. Quiet location overlooking fields with Hare and deer roaming, Tawny owl heard at night. Warm and cosy.
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10/10 Excellent

Very dog friendly, comfortable and warm

We have stayed at The Lodge a few times and always found it warm and very comfortable. It is in an ideal position for dog walking from the door and yet only about 20 minute drive to Supermarkets, Garden Centres, the coast and numerous eating places. The owners had left us a lovely welcome pack including gluten free Promise bread, oatcakes and scones, as well as milk, cheese, butter, and eggs - all of which was much appreciated.
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10/10 Excellent

David O.

Completely doggiest cosy cabin!

The friendliest cabin and more importantly fully enclosed garden for four dogs. Cosy -and relaxing- for humankind as well.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect

Another perfect relaxing holiday, we love the location, the quiet area and the fact everything is not to far away. The sea , the Broads and Shops . We have already booked for next year and can not wait for another pawfect holiday where our dogs are as important as we are. Thank you so much xx
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10/10 Excellent

So relaxing

Went for a long weekend with my dogs and mum and her dog Had a fantastic time even thou weather was hit and miss but it did not stop us All 3 of my mini dachshunds loved it and settled so quickly mum brough her very nervous rescue who blossomed while away and really enjoyed it The lodge was a delight every thing u need and so nicely presented dog beds and towels all provided and a lovley hamper on arrival for the humans I’ve even booked to go back again in October absolutely love it did not want to come home my dogs are absolutely shattered and need a duvet day to recover Thankyou to east Ruston cottages for amazing hoilday
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect relaxing weekend

I booked this very last minute (the night before!) to extend a week already spent in the area. I was absolutely delighted to find the Lodge in a beautiful location in which to unwind and to explore the surrounding countryside. The accommodation was immaculate and provided real luxury for both me and my Westie XX
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10/10 Excellent

Cute, cosy, comfortable

Another fabulous cottage from the ERC stable… really lovely ‘cottage’ everything you could need for a cosy stay. Garden was secure & worry free, as someone who struggles to find comfortable cottage furniture I have a degenerative spine; so sitting or sleeping is dependant on the beds etc. The Lodge had an enormous bed, which was so comfortable , I haven’t slept that well for so long… a short drive to amazing beaches that stretch on along the whole coast… have already booked again for October , which is a pretty good recommendation
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10/10 Excellent

Brilliant all round

Such a great place to stay. Had everything we needed and more and was such a relaxing stay - anyone with a reactive dog will know how extraordinary that is! We will definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Pawfect

We had another wonderful holiday. Our new rescue loved it and was perfect, for him as it’s his first holiday, first time on a beach, first time in a pub . Everything you could ever want is on the doorstep. Weavers Way is just minutes away . We have already booked for next year and we are counting the days . Thank you East Ruston cottages for a perfect break.
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10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Little piece of perfection

Everything is perfect and the space is used so well. The bed is huge and so comfortable and despite only being a short weekend trip, the welcome pack was very generous.
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10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable but a bit cramped

Had a lovely stay despite the bad weather. The Lodge was perfect, with everything you could possibly need or wish for, and a lovely basket of goodies on arrival. The location was perfect with all the beaches within a very short drive, which was why we visited as we wanted to take our dogs to the beach. They also had a couple of great walks at Happisburgh, up to the lighthouse! The only downside was that we felt a bit cramped, having four Labradors with us, and would have preferred a bit larger living room. That does not reflect at all on the great stay that we had, everything that was provided, and we would highly recommend to anyone looking for a dog-friendly holiday!
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8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

A lovely week at the lodge

We had a lovely week staying at the lodge with our 2 labradors, the accommodation is compact but had everything we needed Lovely touches leaving goodies for the adults and dogs. The garden was perfect with two sections for the dogs to explore with high fences which made it very secure, a door from the bedroom and lounge to the garden which was good especially early morning for the dogs. The bed was extremely comfortable giving us a good nights sleep, with plenty of room for the dog beds. The surrounding area was great with walks from weavers way for a local walk, we also found a amazing beach at Winterton on sea which we went to every day, even a couple of rainy days didn’t stop us, the village is lovely with Poppy’s tea rooms which serves breakfast and lunch. There is also a brilliant pub in the village called Fishermans return, lovely food Our week went very quickly definitely return to one of East Ruston cottages

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