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Superb 'floating' log cabin with great fishing
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The Grand Lodge - Horning
Luxurious self-catering waterside accommodation in the heart of the Norfolk Broads
This is the larger of the two 'houseboats' lodges and is fitted out to a very high standard. There are two bedrooms, one double and one twin bedded, with ample wardrobe and storage space. The galley style kitchen has all the utensils you would expect to find at home, full cooking facilities and microwave oven. The lounge/diner is fully carpeted, has a pine dining table and chairs, comfortable three piece suite (making a double sofa bed conversion if required), colour t.v, log effect fire and french doors opening onto a small balcony with garden furniture. The bathroom is fitted with a corner shower unit, wash basin and w.c.
Located in the picturesque village of Horning in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, our "Log Cabin" style Houseboats offer an ideal base for exploring the Broads and the surrounding area or just for sitting and doing a quiet spot of fishing (fishing parties welcome).
The picturesque village consists of a various shops, public houses, restaurants and tearooms, a hotel, leisure centre, boat yards and many thatched cottages line the narrow streets. The riverbanks are lined with luxurious properties which offer both residential and holiday accommodation. The river green offers temporary moorings to visiting boats and a place to sit and enjoy the views of the river and watch the sailing boats from the nearby yacht club.
Horning is situated on the River Bure in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. The village is just 10 miles from the city of Norwich with its historical Cathedral and Castle, the Castle Mall shopping centre and large outdoor market are also well worth a visit. The popular seaside resort of Great Yarmouth is just 17 miles away and boasts a long, clean, safe sandy beaches and lively funfair. Just 3 miles away are the villages of Wroxham and Hoveton which are considered to be "The Gateway to the Broads", and are also home to the famous "Roys of Wroxham", said to be the largest village store in the world - a must for serious bargain hunters!
Outdoor activities
- Boating - Optional Motorised Day boat all year round
- Superb location to tour the broads
- Golfing - 6 miles away
- Walking / Biking
- Broads tours
- Steam railway
- Visit 'Roys of Wroxham' - the worlds largest village department store
The Broads are a paradise for nature lovers, allowing bird watching and fishing from the property or from the private launch. The numerous footpaths and trails which crisscross the reserve can be explored on foot or by bicycle, in particular the popular 56-mile Weavers' Way which winds through popular parts of the Broads on its way from Cromer to Great Yarmouth. Wroxham, considered to be the capital of the Broads, offers a wide selection of waterside cafes, restaurants, shops, railway station and a host of other amenities. The historic city of Norwich (8 miles) has a plethora of churches, a gothic cathedral and excellent shopping, eating and nightlife. For golfing enthusiasts, visit Sprowston Hall 6 miles away, whilst for sun lovers or a family day by the sea, sandy beaches can be found along the Norfolk coast, just 11 miles away. Pub ¼ mile.
Norwich - 9 Miles, Great Yarmouth - 19 Miles, Horning - 3 Miles, Aylsham - 12 Miles, Beach - 11 miles
Exploring a little further afield, the sandy Norfolk beaches are easily accessible within a 15 minute drive or you can enjoy the shopping delights and tourist attractions offered by Norfolk's historic city of Norwich.
The Norfolk Broads
The Broads is the largest wetland in Britain and is specially protected with the equivalent status of a national park. There are six rivers connecting forty broads, making over 200km of waterways in all, and just waiting to be explored. Each Broad was once a medieval peat digging which was flooded to become a shallow lake after the peat was dug for fuel. Water, reeds, marshes and tangled woodlands make up the Broadlands landscape - a haven for birds and wildlife.
Broadland meets the sea at Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth, two bustling seaside towns with first class beaches to be enjoyed. Places to visit include nature reserves, churches, windmills, craft centres, and numerous riverside villages with pubs, shops and restaurants. At the western end of the river Yare is the historic city of Norwich. With its 900 year old Cathedral, Norman castle, museums, theatres, market place and shopping centre, Norwich is the capital of Broadland. Regatta and other boating events are part of life on the Broads. Ashore you will also find lots of local events, such as carnivals, and fetes to add to the fun.
Things to See & Do Locally
Wroxham Broad - Sailing or watching the boats. Hire a boat from Wroxham town centre (two minutes walk away from the cottages), its the only way to see the broads!
Woodbastwick - Thatched houses and the Woodlands Brewery, do you need another excuse to visit ?
Wroxham Barns Craft Centre - Craft workshops, children's Fun Fair and Junior Farm
Hoveton Hall Gardens - 1 mile north of Wroxham. Beautiful woodland and walled gardens, including woodland and lakeside walks.
Slightly Further afield
Norwich Cathedral - The nearby City of Norwich offers the splendid Romanesque Norfolk Cathedral dating back over 1000 years. It has the second highest spire and largest monastic cloisters in England and guided tours are available from June to October.
City of Norwich Aviation Museum - Close to Norwich City in Horsham St Faith, can be found the Aviation Museum. Located some 5 miles from Wroxham, the Museum features many historic aircraft including the massive Vulcan Bomber plus many aircraft which flew in the past from the numerous Norfolk airfields.
Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery - Containing a superb collection of Fine and Decorative Art, plus Archeology, Natural History and Geology displays. You can also visit the Castle battlements and dungeons to discover past secrets.
Blickling Hall - Magnificent Jacobean house with garden and park. Famed for its long gallery, fine tapestries, paintings and rare books. Parkland and lakeside walks, with a sunken garden to discover. Reputedly home to the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second queen.
Great Yarmouth Sea Life Centre - Come face to face with all kinds of sea creatures; from sharks to stingrays, otters to octopus nd tropical fish to turtles.
Somerleyton House - Somerleyton Hall was originally a Jacobean manor but was remodeled in 1844, transforming it into the fine example of an early Victorian Hall in the Anglo-Italian style that we see today.
The area caters for all kinds of holiday activities such as cycle hire, walking and fishing. The broads is a magical, mystical place to explore - take your time and enjoy it.
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