A cosy cottage to relax in peaceful surroundings with big skies, local wildlife and beautiful views no matter the season.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Sky
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine
Conservatory.
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet, Grab Rail. Air Source central heating and towels included. Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Electric car charging point. Please note: This property is accessed through the owners’ garden.. Electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Anthony and Helen took over Elm Barn in May 2022 and this cosy, semi-detached cottage, Elm Barn View, is one of two let’s adjoining their home.
This semi-detached cottage has been cleverly converted to offer the perfect holiday location to relax and unwind or explore the many attractions in the area. Adjoining the owners’ home, it is set in the pretty village of Freethorpe with its own local Norfolk pub providing great food and hospitality. Also 3 miles from the riverside inns in the broadland village of Reedham, where boats can be hired and visitors can enjoy a spot of fishing or simply watch the waterborne world go by. The surrounding country lanes are ideal for walking and cycling, and nearby Breydon Water is a paradise for bird watchers. The market town of Acle is 3 miles and Winterton’s glorious beach, with its 6 mile walk offers seal watching. Cromer is famous for its seafood. The cathedral city of Norwich enjoys fine shopping and the RSPB reserves are within easy reach. Golf and fishing available locally. Beach 8 miles with seals at horsey. Shop 150 yards, restaurant 3 miles..
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EPC Rating = B
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About the area
Norwich
Located in Norwich, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The Tolhouse and Great Yarmouth Row Houses are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pettitts Animal Adventure Park and St Olaves Marina. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yarmouth Stadium or UK Parachuting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
University of East Anglia - 31 min drive - 37.6 km
Getting around
Reedham Station - 3 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Sitting Duck - 21 min drive
The Cock Tavern - 3 min drive
The White Horse - 11 min drive
The Swan - 10 min drive
Bridge Inn - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe?
As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe on 25 March 2027 start from NZ$178, 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 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Freethorpe located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Norfolk Broads and within 3 miles (5 km) of Pettitts Animal Adventure Park and Cantley Village Hall. Strumpshaw Parish Hall and Strumpshaw Steam Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Really lovely place to stay. Nice and quite and nice place to relax. Owners lovely and helpful.
Susan Rutterford
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Thomas Whitehouse
5 January 2026
Very nice cottage.
Very nice cottage. Nice area
Thomas Whitehouse
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne & Keith
1 December 2025
Lovely quiet location, accommodation comfortable and had everything in you need .
Lovely quiet location, accommodation comfortable and had everything in you need . Lovely views from conservatory, Anthony and Helen perfect hosts . The area is easy to drive around villages close by and good walks . Plenty of places to eat .
Yvonne & Keith
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Raymond Houghton
7 June 2025
Clean and comfortable, friendly and helpful hosts.
Clean and comfortable, friendly and helpful hosts.
Raymond Houghton
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine Thompson
5 August 2025
A really lovely little get away for two.
A really lovely little get away for two. Located in a quiet village, it has a conservatory overlooking a large garden and fields. A great spot to sit and watch the sun set.An excellent location for exploring the broads or Norfolk coast.
Geraldine Thompson
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon Day
10 June 2025
G
Great place to unwind and relax, very peaceful looking out over fields whilst chilling in the conservatory, host Anthony very welcoming, would definitely like to return
Sharon Day
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shelley
26 October 2020
A lovely place to stay, clean and peaceful.
A lovely place to stay, clean and peaceful. Fully equipped with all one would need.
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Shelley
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Terence
20 September 2020
T
This is our 3rd visit to the property, it meets our needs and every care has been taken to make it Covid compliant which adds to a relaxing break away
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Terence
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annette
18 September 2020
We had a fabulous week at Elm Barn View, it was very peaceful and picturesque.
We had a fabulous week at Elm Barn View, it was very peaceful and picturesque.
The cottage is excellent value for money and extremely well equipped, we wanted for nothing. We were lucky with the weather and were able to sit and enjoy the sunshine in the garden after our days out. It’s the perfect location for the coast and the Broads, we also discovered some interesting gardens to visit.
The owners were friendly and helpful and we really enjoyed the company of Boots (the lovely Doberman) whilst in the garden.
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Annette
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annette
17 August 2020
What a fantastic place, very clean a welcome pack that was very much appreciated, great location, o
What a fantastic place, very clean a welcome pack that was very much appreciated, great location, outstanding views, so peaceful, very friendly owners and dog, what a beautiful place to stay will definitely go again.
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Annette
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet
28 October 2019
Everything you needed for a comfortable holiday.
Everything you needed for a comfortable holiday. Outlook was fabulous from the conservatory looking across fields. Helpful owners and lovely big dog.
Janet
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barry
6 October 2019
L
Lovely cottage with views across the Norfolk countryside lovely peaceful setting the owners were very friendly and approachable
Barry
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glynis
27 September 2019
I had a lovely week in a peaceful cottage with a great outlook.
I had a lovely week in a peaceful cottage with a great outlook. Appreciated the welcome back and look forward to a return visit
Glynis
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark
21 September 2019
nice relaxing place to stay with superb views from the conservatory .
nice relaxing place to stay with superb views from the conservatory .well equipped with everything you need even tea/coffee/milk and biscuits a very nice touch.
owners were away but the neighbours who let us in were very friendly and welcoming.
overall a recommended place to stay
thankyou for a relaxing week in the countryside
Mark
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dawn
20 September 2019
A lovely cottage in a small village near to Norwich and in easy striking distance of the Broads and
A lovely cottage in a small village near to Norwich and in easy striking distance of the Broads and coast. The village shop caters for all immediate needs. A really relaxing hideaway
Dawn
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maureen
4 September 2019
This is our second visit to Elm Barn View and both times we have felt very relaxed and enjoyed the p
This is our second visit to Elm Barn View and both times we have felt very relaxed and enjoyed the peaceful location that it offers.
The cottage is beautifully set overlooking the owners lovely garden ..is very suitably equipped offering all the essentials that are needed..and the hosts are very accommodating.
Although we were out and about visiting the many lovely places in the area it was always comforting to come back to the cottage and put your feet up and relax at the end of the day.
There was even a welcome of tea,coffee,milk and biscuits on arrival.All in all a lovely place to stay. We will be returning.
Maureen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
GEORGE
1 September 2019
This is the best holiday retreat we have ever had.
This is the best holiday retreat we have ever had. That is why we keep coming back, Perfect in every way. Delightful owners and Boots is such a lovely dog. George and Annie
GEORGE
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Irene
26 August 2019
We meet the owners for the cottage very nice people, we had a great week in August weather was great
We meet the owners for the cottage very nice people, we had a great week in August weather was great there was no fault about it, a very chilled out holiday would go there again.
Irene
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Janet
16 August 2019
The location was really good and we visited a number of lovely places, Hickling broad nature reserve
The location was really good and we visited a number of lovely places, Hickling broad nature reserve, Horsey Mill, etc. The conservatory is the best feature and we enjoyed the lovely view and the sunsets. We are used to a memory foam mattress so we found the fully sprung mattress uncomfortable for us so before booking anywhere else in future we will enquire about the type of mattress provided. The local pub,the Rampant Horse was good and we ate there a couple of times.
Janet
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen
1 August 2019
Had a lovely week helped by the fabtastic weather! Beautiful place to stay with views over the count
Had a lovely week helped by the fabtastic weather! Beautiful place to stay with views over the countryside. Ideal location for Great Yarmouth and the Broads. All in all a fantastic place to stay will definitely stay again.
Karen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Colin
14 July 2019
Excellent hosts and location.
Excellent hosts and location. Couldn't be better
Colin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert
16 June 2019
Really enjoyed our stay here, had all we needed to make our break a happy one ! The only thing I wou
Really enjoyed our stay here, had all we needed to make our break a happy one ! The only thing I would change is maybe a better quality mattress but then that could just be me ! The owners are lovely people, very friendly and helpful and I would happily say there again .
Robert
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dawn
5 June 2019
Lovely relaxing holiday accommodation, just what you need to unwind and enjoy a peaceful setting.
Lovely relaxing holiday accommodation, just what you need to unwind and enjoy a peaceful setting. The cottage is placed in a convenient location too in order to visit the coast, Norwich or the Broads. There were lots of positive comments made by previous clients too which were lovely to read and supported our views too.
Dawn
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maureen
21 May 2019
We arrived on Friday afternoon and was greeted very warmly by the owner (Amanda).
We arrived on Friday afternoon and was greeted very warmly by the owner (Amanda). showed us to the cottage where they had left biscuits ..milk.. tea.. coffee . heating was on which gave the cottage a lovely homely feel. We settled in for the 3 nights and have never been so relaxed and comfortable. explored the area during the day around the broads returning early evening for a relaxing end to the day. View from the cottage/conservatory was breath taking as the garden was beautiful.. In the evening all we could here were the black birds singing. all in all a lovely weekend in lovely surroundings . we will definitely be retuning.
Maureen
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Shirley
17 May 2019
Overhaul this cottage was average, I found two bottle tops on a tray on the table, so decided to cle
Overhaul this cottage was average, I found two bottle tops on a tray on the table, so decided to clean the tray as it was full of dust. Two small pans were very greasy on the outside but clean inside, I was also not happy with the cutlery and the cutlery drawer. Everything else was clean which was a shame.
Shirley
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