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Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches

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Front of cottage
A cozy living room with a light blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.
Lounge
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Norfolk Broads
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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East Ruston, Norfolk
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cromer Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, University of East Anglia
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches

A cosy traditional style cottage in a rural peaceful setting overlooking a picturesque lake. Ideal for couples and families looking for a relaxing holiday and as a great base to explore the Norfolk Broads, countryside, seaside towns and beaches.

You will find plenty of wildlife to enjoy around the lake and the cottage. A short stroll from the cottage is access to Weavers Way (a dismantled national railway footpath).

Lovely sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Happisburg and Mundesley all only a short drive away. The nearby town of Stalham has all the essential amenities like newsagents, local shops, banks, chemist, takeaways, pubs, and a Tesco with fuel garage.

Other popular villages and towns like Horning, Wroxham (for the Broads, boat trips and day boat hire), North Walsham, Cromer and Great Yarmouth, are within easy reach. The city of Norwich is a great place for shopping and sightseeing and is only a 30 min drive away. There are several National Trust properties within easy reach.

The cottage has an open plan ground floor. A comfortable lounge area, with flatscreen TV, DVD and video player, and radio (a library of videos, CDs and books are provided). The kitchen and dining area are well equipped with cooker, microwave and fridge freezer. Sliding patio doors from the lounge open onto a private patio area overlooking the lake. Young children should be supervised whilst around the lake area. Upstairs are two bedrooms; a double with views overlooking the lake to the rear, and a twin with countryside views to the front. Bathroom with a shower over the bath.

Bed linen, bathroom towels, tea towel, electric and heating are included.

Sorry no pets, smoking or EV charging.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
NB: direct access to the lake from the patio area.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 711004
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Norwich

Located in Norwich, this cottage is on a lake. Norfolk Broads and Norfolk Coast reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include East Ruston Old Vicarage and The Museum of the Broads. Sim-Air and Rossis Leisure are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
East Ruston, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Cromer Beach - 32 min drive - 38.3 km
  • University of East Anglia - 42 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 53 min drive - 52.7 km

Getting around

  • North Walsham Station - 14 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪coffeesmiths - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Broadlands Fish And Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The White Swan - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful lakeside cottage close to the Broads and beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Norfolk Broads and within 3 mi (5 km) of East Ruston Old Vicarage and Stalham Firehouse Museum. The Museum of the Broads is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Gillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely peaceful location, clean and reasonably well equipped. Lots of attractions within easy reach, Given the lack of broadband (or mobile data signal) some up to date info would have been appreciated (nearest supermarket, more recent leaflets, appliance instructions etc). Unfortunately we had problems with the hot water which was lukewarm at best and ran out after only 1 shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikhil D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cosy place

This is a nice cosy house in a quiet surroundings. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roderick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully Peaceful location

Another Great stay at Ruston Reeches. A very comfortable cottage in a truly idyllic spot. Looking forward to our next stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2022
Thank you for your review, lovely to know you had a great stay at the cottage. Hope you’ll visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely stay here, it’s very homely and the lake outside is beautiful. We enjoyed sitting outside lots and listening to the wildlife. The cottage is the perfect size for a small family and within driving distance to a lot of places. We will definitely be staying here again, thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Setting

Comfortable cottage , in the Broaads not far from the sea.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2022
Thank you for leaving a review of your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

krystyna s.

Liked: Listing accuracy

Very nice

Very comfortable furniture and beds good place to stay for visiting the broads
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2022
Thank you for your review, pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma T.

Cosy rural cottage with all the facilities required for a comfortable stay

The house is located in beautiful surroundings. My daughter loved pond dipping in the lake. The house was lovely. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
I am pleased that you and your daughter enjoyed your stay at our cottage and it was lovely to hear she had fun being by the lake. Thank you for leaving a lovely review of our cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and quiet holiday home

Very nice holiday home, no mobile phone signal and no internet is the only negative, everything else was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2022
Thank you for leaving a lovely review of your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

A very peaceful and cosy stay with our two children. The breakfast swan visits from the nearby lake were very popular as were the extensive library of kids books. Overall very well equipped and comfortable. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2021
Thank you leaving a lovely review of your stay at the cottage. Hope you’ll stay again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My only disappointment was that the glorious fishing pool had apparently been ravaged by otters.

Property was excellent in all respects.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2022
Thank you for leaving a review. Pleased you enjoyed your stay in the cottage. Sorry to hear the fishing was disappointing, the lovely lake area is an ongoing balance of working to maintain it in as natural a way with nature as possible and trying to keep that balance.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage

Our second visit. Cottage had everything you need (except a good phone signal)! Cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2023
Thank you for your review. Pleased you enjoyed your second stay, hope to see you visit again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural, peaceful location

Great location in a beautiful setting. Very poor signal on the mobile and no broadband but knew that anyway. Second time I’ve stayed. A bit of updating with decor as a bit tired but overall met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cottage

Lovely cottage with views of the lake, lots of games, dvd's etc.No wifi but not a problem for us. Saw our first ever kingfisher through the lounge window!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rowan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to get away from modern life

Spent a long weekend here and it was excellent. We didn't have a car with us but there are plenty of walks nearby and the beach was within cycling distance. I recommend East Ruston Vicarage Gardens for an afternoon out. There is an excellent collection of old James Bond VHS tapes for evenings in if the weather's bad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2021
Thank you for your review. Lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay and local area for walks, beaches and the vicarage gardens.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need. Doesn’t have Wi-Fi or good signal for your phone but it didn’t bother us as we were out and about exploring the surrounding countryside. I would recommend if you want a peaceful holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you for leaving a review. Pleased you had a lovely stay and enjoyed exploring the local area.
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is in a lovely location providing a relaxing stay in the countryside overlooking a small pool frequented by wildlife. The is plenty of space for 4 people and all amenities provided for your stay. It is made clear that there is no WiFi at the property, but also the phone signal is quite variable, so just be prepared for this when staying at the house. There is an excellent library of VHS and DVDs to watch! We really enjoyed our visit, just one or two little details would make it excellent such as providing larger towels. We would recommend this as a great property from which to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Thank you for leaving a review. Lovely to hear you really enjoyed your stay at the cottage and exploring the local area.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View of the lake was lovely. South facing garden. Compact house but very clean, tidy and loads of games and videos for the kids. No WiFi was unexpected but it wasn’t the end of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Harry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place for a peaceful break.

Lovely location as it was peaceful. Plenty in the cottage to occupy the three of us. Calm and enjoyable walk around the water round the back with the swans and moorhen keeping us company. Mattress was slightly lumpy but that was the only downside. All in all exactly what we wanted. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2021
Thank you for leaving a lovely review of your stay.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
It was a lovely setting but very basically equipped. No pack relating to various equipment. We weeded the patio whencwe arrived. Bed not that comfortable. We have stayed in better places but loved watching the bird life around the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sigita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

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Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2023
Thank you for leaving a review.
Verified

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not bad

Nice place, could do with another cupboard to put your food in. The mattress was appallingly uncomfortable/cheap. I like the place/location but will not return due to the bed. ,
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

property

Clean and simple holiday home, with patio with an absolutely stunning view. Ducks, swans, geese and even a heron occupy the lake in front of a pretty tree screen. Ample books and video library for more than a two week stay. Location is excellent for walks or visits to stately homes and idyllic villages. We left an ordnance survey map of the area for the benefit of future occupants. Suggestion: share a WIFI service with the neighbours, as non access to the web was a challenge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you for leaving a review. Lovely to read how much you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and visiting the area.
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super location

Beautiful location. Didn’t appreciate walking through face height cobwebs throughout the property. After previous reviews stating issues trying to get hot water we understood this to have been addressed, however, there was no hot water and no guidance. We eventually sussed things out but a bit of concern initially. Nice homely and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you for leaving a review. Pleased you enjoyed your stay and the cottage location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting, cosy cottage.

Beautiful , picturesque setting. Cottage was comfortable and clean, a little dated but had extra touches such as dvds and books you could enjoy whilst staying. My only disappointment was that the patio furniture was very rickety and only two chairs were usable. I had been so looking forward to sitting outside and enjoying the amazing views. If the patio furniture were replaced with plastic or metal it would be easy to wipe dry and use anytime. But this is only a small criticism, as we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, would fully recommend to all our friends and family and will be happy to return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2022
Thank you for leaving a lovely review of your stay at the cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well located

The house is beautifully situated between the Broads and the north Norfolk coast, both within easy reach although the house is location is quiet and out of the way. The lake at the rear of the house is lovely and we saw frogs, newts and a kingfisher during our stay. The house itself is well-equipped and comfortable. I see other reviewers had issues with hot water but we had no problems. Lack of wifi is not a problem for us and we knew there would be none before we got to the house, but we also had no mobile signal and 4G which meant that while we were in East Ruston we were completely uncontactable which was more of a concern. We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Reynolds

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Why they chose this property

I fell in love with the cottage at Ruston Reaches on first sight due to its lovely peaceful setting and perfect location for visiting both the broads and the coast. I immediately felt relaxed with lovely views and plenty of wildlife from the back of the cottage and in surrounding area. It is beautiful place to visit whatever the season.

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