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Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring

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A waterfront property with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a building with large windows. - Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring (Potter Heigham)
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall. - Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring (Potter Heigham)
A room with a TV, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of boats at a marina. - Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring (Potter Heigham)
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a washing machine, and a window providing natural light. - Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring (Potter Heigham)
A marina with docked boats, a wooden pier, and several white buildings with red roofs. - Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring (Potter Heigham)
Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

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Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring

  • Set beside the tranquil waters of the River Thurne on the beautiful Norfolk Broads, this charming riverside holiday cottage near Potter Heigham Bridge is the perfect escape for families and friends looking to relax and explore. With three comfortable bedrooms and space to sleep up to six guests, the cottage offers a welcoming home-from-home atmosphere for memorable breaks all year.

    Inside, you will find bright, modern interiors and all the amenities you need for an easy stay, including a well-equipped kitchen, cosy living areas and everything required for a stress-free holiday. Large windows invite in riverside views while comfortable spaces make it easy to unwind after a day exploring.

    Fishing is permitted directly from the property decking subject to having appropriate rod licences and observing the closed season. It’s an ideal spot to enjoy quiet mornings by the water, watch boats pass by, or relax as the sun sets over the river.

    A private boat mooring is included, making it ideal for boating enthusiasts or anyone wanting to enjoy the Broads from the water. The sandy beaches of Winterton and Sea Palling are just a short ten-minute drive away, perfect for seaside days.

    Whether you are planning a relaxed family holiday or a peaceful waterside break, this cottage provides comfort, convenience and a wonderful Norfolk setting to return to again and again. Visitors will love the calm surroundings, local wildlife, scenic walks nearby and memorable sunsets over the river each evening of stay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: 1 or 2 well-behaved dogs welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Note that there is unguarded access to the river

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Great Yarmouth is home to this cottage. The Museum of the Broads and Stalham Firehouse Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lost World Adventure Golf and Pirates Cove Adventure Golf. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Oasis Amusements are also worth visiting. Visit our Great Yarmouth travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A traditional windmill by a calm river, surrounded by grassy fields and a few houses.
    Norfolk Broads
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A forested park with playgrounds, picnic tables, and a small cabin.
    BeWILDerwood
    20 min drive - 12.2 km
  • An indoor exhibition space with a modern ceiling design, glass railings, and informational displays.
    University of East Anglia
    41 min drive - 47.4 km
  • A pier with a sunset in the background.
    Cromer Beach
    49 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach
    36 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Cantley Station
    16 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pleasure Boat Inn
    6 min drive
  • The King's Arms
    6 min drive
  • The Boathouse
    7 min drive
  • Kings Arms
    3 min drive
  • Ferry Inn
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Swift Cottage, Norfolk Broads riverside holiday rental with boat mooring located?

Situated in Great Yarmouth, this cottage is steps from Norfolk Broads and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Hickling Broad. Ormesby Broad and How Hill Trust are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Naomi H.

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Throughly enjoyed our 5 nights at the cottage very clean everything you need for your stay Even complementary biscuits , bottle of wine and washing liquid very thoughtfulThe area is absolutely stunning very central to shops near by , boat hire on the broads which we did and also great location to explore Norfolk Lovely pubs/ restaurants on the Norfolk Broads banks Just perfect location everyone so friendly and helpful Peter the host very friendly and very quick response if need to contact Great holiday will be definitely be returning again next year Thank you Peter
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026