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Forge Cottage

Ashmanhaugh, Norfolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 1
5
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Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Dine alfresco in the large garden and take a stroll to the secured pond
  • Sit back with your morning coffee and watch the horses in the nearby paddock
  • Relax each evening as you warm your toes by the glowing wood burner

Overview
Property code: OC-2139

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life at this elegant rural cottage in the charming village of Ashmanhaugh. Grab your bike and explore the beautiful trails at Bacton Wood (8 miles), or let the kids run wild at BeWILDerwood Norfolk Adventure Park (3.5 miles). Head to the coast and take some selfies at the famous lighthouse at Happisburgh (10 miles) or say hello to the seals at Horsey Gap (13 miles). Head into Wroxham (3.5 miles) to hire a kayak and paddle along the River Bure, or browse the stalls and buy something delicious for dinner at the Thursday market in the quaint market town of North Walsham (8 miles).

Step inside this smart home and you’ll find an elegant interior where you can’t fail to unwind. Make yourself at home on one of the comfy sofas in the open-plan living/dining area. With a Smart TV with Freesat and a wood burner, this is a lovely space in which to relax. Afterwards, head to the light and bright kitchen to whip up some dinner for your friends. You’ll find an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine – so you’ll have everything you need to make hosting an absolute breeze at your fingertips. Gather the gang around the table in the dining room and enjoy a meal to remember. Sitting six, there’s plenty of space for everyone. After dinner, crack open a bottle of something cool and crisp in the garden, or sink into a sofa in the living area and catch up on your favourite TV shows while you warm your toes by the glowing wood burner. When it’s time for bed, you’ll find three bedrooms on the first floor – a king-size, a double with a feature fireplace, and a quaint twin. A stylish bathroom with a shower over the bath completes the accommodation.

Outside the property, you’ll discover a beautiful large garden where you can make the most of the great outdoors. Let the kids run off some steam on the lawn while you relax in the sun, take a moment to see what’s happening in the secured pond, or dine alfresco in the outdoor dining area. Private parking is available for two cars.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, plus 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Smart TV with Freesat
  • Mobile signal – variable
  • Dog kennel available
  • Large garden with garden furniture, lawn area, flower beds and secured pond
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Secure shed for bike storage in garden
  • Pub 1 mile, shop 2 miles, beach 8 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Samantha Van Zyl

This property joined our collection in 2021 and is managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Helen, 22nd September 2024

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Thought the cottage was fantastic with everything we could possibly want and more. The welcome basket was very generous and very welcome.

Reviewed by Kathryn, 25th August 2024

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Lovely well equipped cottage and beautiful gardens. Everything has been thought of, it was like home from home. Welcome basket was a lovely gesture too. Great location, quiet and secluded, yet only minutes from Wroxham centre. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Phil, 5th August 2024

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Cottage was very well equipped, and the welcome hamper was a very nice touch.

Reviewed by Natalie, 28th July 2024

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We spent a lovely week at Forge Cottage. Everything you could possibly need for a relaxed holiday is provided. Lovely and clean and a wonderful garden. Great area with lots to do for all ages. Owners were superb when we had an external powercut and worked hard to get power back up and running within a few hours. We were kept informed at all times.

Reviewed by Pamela, 23rd June 2024

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We enjoyed our stay. The cottage and garden were lovely.

Reviewed by Patricia, 9th June 2024

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Beautiful cottage in a lovely rural location but not far from Wroxham centre by car. Very little traffic passes the cottage. The garden was wonderful and very large. The flowerbeds were beautiful! The cottage had an upstairs and downstairs toilet which is handy for six people.

Reviewed by Debbie, 7th April 2024

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Really enjoyed our 3rd stay at Forge Cottage and we are already planning our next visit. A really relaxing week away in somewhere that feels like home. The garden is beautiful and big. We have seen the garden in 3 different times of the year and each time it has not disappointed. A lovely place to sit and relax with a coffee whilst the children plaRead morey. Amazing for an Easter egg hunt this year! It has everything you need. Fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, supplies for the log burner and a lovely welcome pack. Only only criticism is that the shower and garden furniture could do with updating. It is an old cottage so has some character to it. I can not wait to come back to my favourite cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Julie, 29th January 2024

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Reviewed by Tracy, 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by Philip, 10th October 2023

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Fantastic cottage, with everything you could possibly need. Great garden for dogs, full enclosed. Welcome pack was amazing, going that extra mile to give a perfect stay.

Reviewed by Denise, 3rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Michael, 27th August 2023

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Fantastic cottage. The owner extremely helpful in the case you have any issues during the stay. Lovely welcoming gift on arrival with essentials which is a nice touch. We would certainly book again and thoroughly enjoyed our stay as a family. Having an autistic child this was a great location for us.

Reviewed by Sarah, 13th August 2023

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Reviewed by Janice, 23rd July 2023

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Reviewed by Sue, 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Sue, 12th June 2023

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Cottage was lovely but on website said there were some games to play but there was nothing and all the windows except the toilet windows were locked shut also the front door could not be opened and was locked shut would have been nice to have door open while sitting in lounge also garden furniture was really old

Reviewed by Tina, 15th May 2023

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The directions given on your website were completely wrong. I had to contact the owner to get the correct directions.

Reviewed by Spencer, 9th May 2023

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Really enjoyed our stay at Forge Cottage. Excellent location... easy access to the Broads and Norwich and the coast. There were some Ordnance Survey maps at the cottage, but it would have been nice to have some local interest books and some other books or magazines to read. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed and we really appRead morereciated the welcome pack of goodies... a nice touch. The dining table was a bit awkward to sit at and the lounge chairs could have been more comfortable, but I guess everyone's taste is different. The only major downside to the property was the noise of the boiler and water meter in the lounge. The garden was beautiful, but could have done with a more appealing set of table and chairs to sit at... the ones provided were a little antiquated and could do with updating, and placed in a specific area so we could have spent more time out there and eaten outside. But all in all a very pleasing property and good value for money. Hide

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