Inside
Apple Tree Cottage is a family cottage, built in 1912, in a quiet residential area. It has 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single bedroom. The bathroom comprises a toilet, a bath with shower and a basin. Downstairs there is a comfortable lounge, equipped with Freeview TV including Netflix (account needed), BBC iplayer etc and DVD player. The dining room has a table and chairs to seat 5 and there is a fully equipped kitchen, with oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge (with small freezer compartment) and microwave. Through the kitchen, there is a utility area with a washing machine. A rotary drier is available for use in the garden.
Cot and baby bath available on request at time of booking. Linen, towels provided.
Outside
Tucked-away down a private loke, Apple Tree Cottage is away from any roads and so is ideal for families with children. There is a large garden to the front, side and rear of the house, with space to play and a south-facing patio equipped with garden chairs and table. As well as attractive flower borders, the garden contains a herb garden and raised soft fruit bed. We grow raspberries, blackcurrants, red and white currants. There are also 3 varieties of apple tree in the front garden. Guests are always welcome to help themselves to fruit when it is in season. There is off-road parking for 2 cars.
Surrounding area
Local area:
Acle is a friendly market village with a population of around 2700. Being just 9 miles from the sea, 12 miles from the beautiful, historic city of Norwich, and as the gateway to the Norfolk Broads, Acle is ideally situated for your holiday.
There are many activities, local to Acle, available to choose from. You can hire boats at Acle Bridge, where there is also a friendly pub by the river side. Acle itself has a thriving tennis club, usable by non-members, and during the summer months cricket matches are played on the attractive recreation field. There is also a skate park and play area for children here. There are some beautiful marked walks from the village, including a circular walk along the River Bure to nearby Upton and back across the fields to Acle.
Acle has many amenities, making it a convenient place to stay for families. There is a range of shops, all within walking distance, including a small supermarket, butcher, newsagent, post office, hairdresser and florist. For those moments when you decide not to cook, nearby is the Acle Bridge Inn (a popular family pub) and the Hermitage pub, a short walk through the village. Take-aways in the village include Indian, Chinese, pizza and fish and chips. There is a café and coffee shop in the village centre.
There are regular train and bus services to Norwich (20 mins journey time) and Great Yarmouth (10 mins journey time).
The region:
Norfolk is famous for its big skies and open spaces where you can enjoy miles of unspoilt coastline and beautiful countryside. It is a great location for walking and cycling, as well as sailing the Norfolk Broads. There are many nature reserves, much enjoyed by birdwatchers, as well as fantastic visitor attractions including historic houses, museums, parks and gardens.
At Great Yarmouth there are traditional seaside attractions including a family funfair along the bustling Golden Mile. Quieter beaches can be found to the north of Yarmouth, at places such as Winterton-on-Sea and Sea Palling. Here, you can enjoy peaceful walks along the sandy beaches where seals can sometimes be seen along the coast and even basking on the sand!
Norwich has a flourishing arts, music and cultural scene, superb independent as well as High Street shopping, lively restaurants and bars. A vibrant market, known for its' rainbow-coloured roofs, is open six days a week. There are several cinemas, theatres and music venues to choose from, offering a wide variety of entertainment. There are many beautiful buildings in Norwich, such as the medieval cathedral. One of the city's most famous landmarks is its' castle, built by the Normans 900 years ago, which is now a museum and art gallery.
Other local attractions include Fairhaven Woodland and Water Gardens (3 miles from Acle), RSPB Strumpshaw Fen (6 miles), Thrigby Wildlife Gardens (5 miles).
Located in Norwich, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Museum of the Broads and Toad Hole Cottage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pettitts Animal Adventure Park and Pirates Cove Adventure Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden and Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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