About The Meadows Cottage

The Meadows Cottage is a detached single-storey property in Norfolk that sleeps up to four guests. Located in the peaceful countryside near Bawdeswell, this cottage offers a quiet escape with easy access to the Norfolk Broads and coast.

The surrounding area provides excellent walking routes and cycling paths through rural landscapes. You can explore traditional market towns and visit nature reserves within a short drive. The location puts you close to both countryside attractions and coastal destinations.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms - one double and one twin room. The open-plan living space includes a kitchen with dining area and a comfortable lounge. Outside there's a private enclosed garden with furniture and off-road parking for two vehicles. The property welcomes two dogs.

Pensthorpe Natural Park (4 miles, 8 minutes) offers wildlife watching and gardens. Holkham Beach (22 miles, 35 minutes) provides sandy shores. Norwich (15 miles, 25 minutes) has cathedral and shopping. Blickling Estate (12 miles, 20 minutes) features a Jacobean mansion.

The Meadows Cottage suits families and couples wanting a Norfolk countryside base with dog-friendly facilities and space to relax.

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Need To Know

✓Electric convector heaters with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, tv with freeview, blu-ray dvd, wifi, selection of books, games and dvds
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Travel cot and highchair
✓Off road parking for 2 cars
✓Enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture
✓Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop and pub 2 miles
✓Note: pets not be left unattended in the property unless crated, please provide own crate
✓Note: you are not permitted to charge your electric/ hybrid vehicles at this property (if you do, you may incur a £50 charge)

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The Meadows Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding The Meadows Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Norfolk's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Pensthorpe Natural Park

Distance: 4 miles

NR21 0LN

Blickling Estate

Distance: 12 miles

NR11 6NF

Norwich Cathedral

Distance: 15 miles

NR1 4DH

Marriott's Way

Distance: 3 miles

NR20 4DR

Foxley Wood Nature Reserve

Distance: 5 miles

NR20 4QP

Whitwell Common

Distance: 8 miles

NR10 4SW

Dereham Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

NR19 1DN

Norwich City Centre

Distance: 15 miles

NR2 1SH

Fakenham Town

Distance: 9 miles

NR21 9BN

Dereham Bus Services

Distance: 6 miles

NR19 1DN

Reepham Market Town

Distance: 7 miles

NR10 4JJ

North Elmham Village

Distance: 2 miles

NR20 5JA

Pensthorpe Natural Park

Distance: 4 miles

NR21 0LN

Blickling Estate

Distance: 12 miles

NR11 6NF

Norwich Cathedral

Distance: 15 miles

NR1 4DH

Marriott's Way

Distance: 3 miles

NR20 4DR

Foxley Wood Nature Reserve

Distance: 5 miles

NR20 4QP

Whitwell Common

Distance: 8 miles

NR10 4SW

Dereham Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

NR19 1DN

Norwich City Centre

Distance: 15 miles

NR2 1SH

Fakenham Town

Distance: 9 miles

NR21 9BN

Dereham Bus Services

Distance: 6 miles

NR19 1DN

Reepham Market Town

Distance: 7 miles

NR10 4JJ

North Elmham Village

Distance: 2 miles

NR20 5JA

Is The Meadows Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Children can explore the enclosed garden safely and enjoy outdoor play space. Pensthorpe Natural Park nearby offers adventure playgrounds and wildlife encounters. The Norfolk countryside provides cycling routes and nature walks. Norwich has family attractions including the castle museum. Beach trips to Holkham or Wells-next-the-Sea make excellent days out for building sandcastles and paddling.

For Couples

Couples will appreciate the peaceful rural setting perfect for quiet walks through Norfolk countryside. The single-storey layout offers comfortable living spaces for relaxing together. You can explore romantic market towns like Reepham and Holt. Visit historic Blickling Estate gardens or take coastal drives to sandy beaches. Dog-friendly pubs nearby provide cosy evening meals after days exploring the area.

Pet Friendly

The cottage welcomes two dogs and features an enclosed garden where they can play safely off-lead. Norfolk offers excellent dog-walking routes including Marriott's Way trail and Foxley Wood. Many local pubs accept dogs. Holkham Beach allows dogs year-round across its vast sandy expanse. The rural location means quiet lanes for walks and plenty of outdoor space.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Meadows Cottage

The King's Head, North Elmham

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR20 5JA

The Railway Tavern, Dereham

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR19 1DF

Pensthorpe Café

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR21 0LN

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Meadows Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, The Meadows Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on providing comfortable indoor accommodation and a private garden space instead.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, the cottage welcomes up to two dogs. The enclosed garden provides a safe outdoor space for your pets to enjoy during your stay.

How many people does The Meadows Cottage sleep?

The property sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. There is one double bedroom and one twin bedroom with comfortable sleeping arrangements.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. You'll find everything needed to prepare meals during your stay.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is off-road parking for two cars. You cannot charge electric or hybrid vehicles at this property as a £50 charge may apply.

What is the nearest train station?

The nearest railway station is in Dereham, approximately 6 miles away. From there you can take a taxi or arrange alternative transport to reach the cottage.

Can I bring children to this cottage?

Yes, the cottage is suitable for families with children. The two-bedroom layout and enclosed garden make it a practical choice for family holidays in Norfolk.

What shops are nearby?

Local shops and amenities can be found in nearby Bawdeswell and Dereham. Larger supermarkets and shopping facilities are available in Norwich, 15 miles away.

The Meadows Cottage Reviews

Alexis

This was our second stay here and it was simply perfect. We stayed for Christmas and the cottage had everything we needed to make it a wonderfully magical stay. The kitchen has everything you need and we made a Christmas dinner in there with no issues at all. The owners are an absolute delight, checking you've arrived safely and wishing you safe travels home, as well as leaving a lovely welcome pack for when you arrive. We will definitely be returning in 2026!

Carole

Very comfortable, we have booked again for next year.

The cottage is really well equipped, very clean and a lovely welcome pack. Very relaxing holiday and perfect for my sisters disability and mobility issues

Melvin

This was the best equipped holiday cottage we have ever stayed in. It was also very peaceful and secluded. We were able to visit several stately homes, the sea side at Wells and a local music festival. It was also an excellent base for a number of bicycle rides and walks.

Graham

The cottage was clean , very comfortable & spaceous, a very nice welcome pack including the biscuits for the dogs, good size garden for the dogs to play in. Good to meet up with the owner & have a chat.

The property was excellent, the personal touches from the owners really made us feel welcome. We would definitely recommend, very peaceful and relaxing stay.

Sandra

Great stay, chilled and relaxing. Ideally situated to explore the coast and broads. Think it's the best equipped cottage weve ever stayed in. The welcome pack went down well after a long drive. Only negative was the access drive needs a few holes filling, but that's being very picky.

Alexis

A wonderful property in a great location. Very cosy and the owners are brilliant. They assisted us with some difficulties we had during our stay and left us some very wonderful welcome goodies on our arrival. We couldn't have asked for a better property and we've already booked our return stay!

Kerrie

Very homely cottage with everything we needed for a lovely relaxing week. Lots of places to visit within a short drive and the cottage itself is in a peaceful location, surrounded by countryside. The enclosed garden was also great for our dog to be able to go out safely. Owners on hand if we had needed anything. We had a great week and are likely to return. Thank you.

Christine

Such a beautifully clean & well appointed cottage. Everything you needed for a holiday stay was catered for with an added bonus of a welcome pack on arrival which was so thoughtful. A great comfortable, cosy & quiet place to holiday, surrounded by lovely views across the countryside. We had a such a wonderful holiday & would definitely return.

Beautiful property, ideally placed for access to the whole of Norfolk.

The cottage was perfect for us as my husband has mobility issues. The cottage was clean, warm and comfortable.

The cottage was as shown on the booking form, my wife is a wheelchair user, it was very easy to wheel her about the cottage, wet room made washing her easy, we were very comfortable, owner came over to welcome us,welcome cake and biscuits were great, throughly enjoyed our stay, owner came to see us before we left to wish us a safe journey home, that was the icing on the cake.

Fantastic holiday cottage, we had a great time exploring Norfolk and it was great to come back to The Meadows Cottage after a day out and to be able to relax in the evenings. Great that they allow dogs and the garden is completely secure even for my escapee!

e Ashley

The bungalow was exactly as describe. The rooms were large and all the beds were extreeeemly comfortable. The cake and biscuits were great and made for a treat upon arrival. The owners were very friendly when we arrived make sure you check out all the artwork in the building as most was done by the owner and is really really good. The dogs loved the garden as it was very safe and large enough for them to run around. It is located with in easy reach of lots of attractions if that is your thing or if you are in to walking there are great places to get to. All in all we had a very very pleasant holiday.

We were very pleased with the bungalow which was very spacious and comfortable and very good for wheelchair user. We would book again.

Gaynor

A comfortable and well equipped home from home. Wonderful enclosed garden for the dog, walks direct from the door.

Carole

We had a lovely relaxing week at The Meadows Cottage, the only noise you hear is the birds singing! The property was perfect for our needs plenty of space, wellequipped and a large secure garden for our dog. The owners were very friendly and keen to ensure that we had everything we needed, the welcome cake and biscuits were very much appreciated.

We arrived late and tired in the wettest most dismal week of the year to a wonderfully warm and welcoming cottage. Tea tray laid out ready with cake and biscuits for us and for the dogs, heating on in every room and the log fire stacked ready to light. Meadows Cottage is both spacious and cosy, comfortable and well equipped and truly wheelchair accessible, except for the kitchen which was a relief as I needed a break from kitchen duties. The garden is self contained so we could let the dogs out freely. The hosts are generous, kind and helpful without being intrusive. Half an hour's drive will get you to most of the costal walks and the local Garden Centre do a great full English breakfast if you need a morning treat. We will return.

Amanda

This was our third visit to Meadows cottage. We love it. Really well equipped and perfect for our needs. Lovely host who always makes us very welcome. Would definitely recommend.

Christine

A lovely, clean and comfortable cottage which was very suitable for someone with physical disabilities. The hosts were extremely helpful, too.

We had a lovely warm welcome and a lovely stay. The cottage is very well equipped in a very quiet and lovely setting. We hope we will be able to revisit and enjoy this wonderful cottage again.

Lovely cottage has tile flooring which can be cold, the heaters were very good and warmed the place quickly. Wheelchair access was good but some of the angles were a little tight,so please give consideration when holidaying here.kitchen was my favourite room very cosy. Easy access to the garden. The owner was very friendly and helpful, easly driveable to location's. Definitely want to go back in the summer.

Patricia

We all had a lovely holiday, the cottage was in a quiet place but close enough to visit the coast and attractions, or just have quiet days indoors. The cottage had all we needed, was big and spacious, the owners came to greet us when we arrived lovely people and were on hand to answer any questions, in the property they had left us a few necessities, milk, coffee, tea and also a gift of cookies and cake, much appreciate. Will definitely be going back

Doreen

It was lovely. Very clean and comfortable. My two little dogs loved the garden which was very secure. Patio a real sun trap in the afternoon. Hope to return.

The property was very well maintained and equipped. It had a cosy charm and was situated in a tranquil edge of village location. One of our party had mobility issues and the cottage was perfectly adapted for her wheelchair. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Just a note to say that a maximum of 2 cars can easily park on the drive.

Beautiful cottage kept to a very high standard in a wonderful setting. The owners are very welcoming and on hand should you need any assistance. Great location for exploring north Norfolk. We are already planning a return visit next year.

The cottage was very clean and well equipped. The owners were very welcoming without being obtrusive. I would definitely recommend this cottage it deserves a five star rating.

Very well situated cottage, well presented by the friendly owners. Extremely quiet but still close to many good pubs, restaurants and attractions.

Lovely cottage with great facilities, and everything you could possibly need, comfortable beds! Remote peaceful location great for exploring the area's around Norfolk. Garden was totally secure even for my 4kg Pomchi! . Owners where helpful and very friendly they didn't intrude at all but where avaliable if you had any problems or questions.

This cottage is almost perfect very well equipped, comfortable and with a fully enclosed private garden. Its off the beaten track, and the only sounds youll hear are bird songs and the hammering of woodpeckers. Our party included a wheelchair user and a dog. Theres plenty of space the large master bedroom, wet room and wide doors make it totally accessible. Its within easy driving distance of numerous attractions, including Walsingham, Cromer, Wells and Holkham. We would very happily come back, and wouldnt hesitate to recommend The Meadows Cottage. The only thing that stops it being totally perfect is the chilly bathroom! Probably not a problem in the warmer months, though.

Elizabeth

Lovely comfortable bungalow situated in a quiet lane. Friendly but unintrusive owners . Liz

Really wonderful accommodation, near many towns and villages which are worth visiting. Hosts were awesome, accommodation was immaculate.

Angela

We had a great time in the cottage. It is in a fabulous area with lots of walks with our dogs. The beds were very comfy the towels and all the little extras we fabulous. The only negatives were the shower as the floor was very mouldy and not nice. All the other parts of the bathroom were fine. The other problem was the fire was very smoky. We respected the property and we never left then alone. We would definitely be back if we visit our son in Norwich.

Justin

A perfect place to stay for a relaxing break , with everything you could possibly need.

Lovely stay as usual. Very comfortable, every thing you could need provided. Made very welcome. Eala & Rico adore the secure garden. So nice to curl up in front of the log fire on a cold November evening. Perfect holiday, will be back next year. Thank you.

A lovely homely spacious and well equipped cottage with easy access to all facilities for the 90 year old mobility challenged member of our family. We valued our hosts personal welcome and the willingness to make our stay enjoyable.

Hilary

They had an award back in 2017 and I can see that its well deserved. We always do quite a lot of cooking and the hob of the oven has lost most of its switch markings. I and many others have probably turned the dial clockwise thinking its low heat and found it the hottest setting. The settings are in fact anti clockwise. Hence the Prestige pans have been heated very high and have concave bases. They only touch at the edges and take ages to warm up. Suggest a note re hob settings are clearly apparent to everyone. The instructions were printed and in a drawer next to the cooker This is the only comment I have picked up on and its trivial in the scheme of things. Has been discussed with the owners The owners on site are really lovely people and a pleasure to associate with. In conclusion we found the holiday home one of the best we have stayed in to date. Peter White

The property was very nice. Just needed a little more cleaning eg under sofas beds and lots of cobwebs around ceilings. Shower poor with low water pressure.

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The Meadows Cottage, Billingford

About The Meadows Cottage

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

The Meadows Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Is The Meadows Cottage Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The King's Head, North Elmham

The Railway Tavern, Dereham

Pensthorpe Café

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

The Meadows Cottage Reviews