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Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended.

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Ground floor: Further sofa area with bi fold doors leading out to the patio area and garden
The indulgent hot tub
Heath Cottage, Mattishall, Norfolk: Ground floor: Large open-plan kitchen with stairs leading to the sofa area and garden
Ground floor: Large open-plan kitchen with stairs leading to the sofa area and garden
Ground floor: Sitting room with wood burning stove and original beams

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mattishall, Dereham
  • Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • ROARR! Dinosaur Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • University of East Anglia
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended.

If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle, Heath Cottage puts you at the heart of the countryside, with plenty of local footpaths and bridleways to explore across acres of fields and farm land. Despite the feeling of being away from it all, the cottage is on the outskirts of the village of Mattishall, and you’re within easy reach of some of Norfolk’s most historic towns, including Dereham and Wymondham. The county town of Norwich is also just a 20-minute drive away.

Inside this semi-detached cottage, you’ll find plenty of room for you to all relax and enjoy your time away. There’s a living room with a wood-burning stove to keep you cosy in the cooler months, along with a separate snug and a sitting area in the kitchen too. Two of the bedrooms have zip and link beds that can be converted to twin beds should you wish.

Despite being thoroughly and tastefully renovated, the property has retained many of its period charms, including its wooden beams. The delightful, enclosed garden is accessible from bifold doors in the kitchen. On a sunny day, there’s nothing better than to open the doors fully and enjoy life al fresco on the terrace, complete with hot tub and table tennis, surrounded by the birdsong.

Ground Floor:
Hallway. Utility room. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Snug area. Large, open-plan kitchen and dining room with a sitting area and bi-fold doors leading to patio and garden.
Bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower, twin wash basins and WC.

First Floor:
Four bedrooms: bedroom one with a 5' king-size bed; bedroom two with a 6' super-king size zip and link bed (can be separated to twin 3' beds on request); bedroom three with a 4'6 double bed; and bedroom four with a 5' king-size zip and link bed which can be separated to twin 2'6 singles beds on request.
Family bathroom with a free-standing slipper bath, large separate shower, wash basin and WC.

Outside:
Large driveway with parking for four cars. Large, enclosed rear garden. Patio area with hot tub, table tennis table, gas barbecue and garden furniture.

Equipment
Wood burning stove.
Large range cooker and oven.
Electric cooker.
Microwave.
Two fridge freezers.
Wine fridge.
Dishwasher.
Washing machine.
Tumble dryer.
Four televisions with Freeview.
WiFi*.
DVD and Blu-ray player.
Digital radio.
Highchair, cot and stair gates available on request.
Garden furniture.
Hot tub.
Table tennis.
Gas barbecue.

*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Rural Retreats will be held responsible.

Property manager

Rural Retreats Holidays Ltd

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

About the area

Dereham

Located in Dereham, this cottage is in a rural area. Market Place and Elm Hill are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Norfolk Broads and Bowthorpe Marsh. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at UEA Sportspark or Badminton at Blyth Jex. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling.
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Mattishall, Dereham

What's nearby

  • Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Norfolk Showground - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • ROARR! Dinosaur Park - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • University of East Anglia - 13 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 14 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 13 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tabnabs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Verde - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Greenstone Norfolk - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Goat Shed - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heath Cottage dates back to 1650 and has been lovingly restored and extended. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mid-Norfolk Railway - Hardingham Station and within 6 miles (10 km) of Strikes Bowling and Mid-Norfolk Railway - East Dereham Station. Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum and Dereham Windmill are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylie R.

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

Absolutely gorgeous place to stay. We'll equipped and very comfortable

The whole experience was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

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

Lovely house for a family gathering

We had a fabulous stay for a family gathering at a local wedding. Beautifully kept property with everything you would need for all ages. There are a few high steps here and there so those less mobile may find accessing some areas a bit tricky. Overall 10/10 for us though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Lovely stay

This cottage was absolutely lovely! We all had a lovely weekend here and the host was very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely stay here again 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Cassie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing stay and will definitely come back!

Beautiful house and great stay. Communication with property manager was brilliant, gift package when we arrive was very generous. Over all our stay was amazing! Only small comment of complaint. The photos are outdated and the garden has been halved, so if you plan to use the space ( I brought a lot of garden game to play that we couldn’t end up doing due to incorrect photos ) also there was dog poo on the grass that had been left by previous people. Apart from that, we will definitely be returning as was a great place for friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Wow what a wonderful place

An amazing Cottage. Beautiful decor. Scott & Fran were amazing hosts x
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonny A.

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

Lovely cottage, would reccommend

We had a lovely short break in Norfolk. Heath Cottage was a perfect location: very spacious, clean, excellently maintained and warm with everything you would need. - We felt very much at home. We’d love to return again soon. We felt so welcome. A very responsive and accommodating host. Thanks a lot Scott! Would definitely recommend and would definitely book again if returning to the area.

About the host

Hosted by Rural Retreats Holidays Ltd

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Languages:

English