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Overview
Description
Grove Stables, popular with couples and small families, is the perfect place to relax in secluded countryside surroundings and explore all that North Norfolk has to offer from a central location. Miles of walking and cycling opportunities, 70 miles of unspoilt beaches, the famous Norfolk Broads, beautiful gardens, Norwich and National Trust properties are all within easy reach.ABOUT THIS SPACE
Dating back to 1840, Grove Stables has been converted to provide comfortable accommodation, available year-round (thanks to its cosy underfloor heating) for up to 4 guests. Both bedrooms and kitchen have beamed and vaulted ceilings and the main rooms are all dual aspect making the space feel light and airy, from sunrise to sunset.
There are patio doors leading into its pretty enclosed cottage garden, where you can relax over your favourite tipple while listening to the birds. Guests may explore the main garden, around 3 acres of park-like grounds where frequent visitors include wagtails, pheasants, rooks, rabbits and hares, barn owls, deer and many more.
ACCOMMODATION
Ground Floor
Large, high ceiling, double bedroom - Sealy kingsize bed, IKEA chair, drawers, wardrobe, hair dryer. Patio doors open onto secluded patio/garden. Travel cot available on request.
Bathroom - bath with thermostatic shower over and hand basin, separate WC & basin
Lounge - 2 x 2 seater settees, board games, Freeview TV, DVD player, Fibre to the premises broadband and Amazon firestick TV
Kitchen with dining area - dining table and 4 chairs, electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle. High chair available on request.
Utility room - washing machine, iron, ironing board.
First Floor
Second double bedroom - Sealy double bed, plenty of drawer and hanging space
En suite shower room - shower cubicle, thermostatic shower, WC and hand basin
Electricity, heating, bed linen and towels are all included but you will need to bring your own beach towels.
Visitors will find a comfortable and well equipped holiday home, where they can get away from the hustle and bustle of their daily lives and take a chance to relax. The property is heated by an air-source heat pump and is very cosy even in the winter.
GUEST ACCESS
On arrival you will be greeted by the owners and shown around the property. Guests will then be left to enjoy their holiday unless they require further assistance. The owners are contactable by phone or in person as they live in the adjacent Georgian former farmhouse. There is ample parking in front of Grove Stables. (The location is not served by public transport; therefore, a car is essential for your trip.)
LOCATION
The setting is rural but local sandy beaches, Norwich, the Norfolk Broads and East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden are all within easy reach by car. Country walks are easily accessible - right from the front gate. Nearest shops are in Stalham (3 miles away).
LOCAL AMENITIES
Nearest shops - Stalham (Tesco, Cawdrons Butchers, Post Office), also A G Meale Farm Shop (strawberry picking while in season), Roys of Wroxham
Local pubs - The Star at Lessingham, The Swan at Ingham and The Lighthouse Inn, Walcott, White Horse at Neatishead, The Goat at Skeyton
Broadland Fish & Chips in Stalham, Oasis 2 (curry) are all well worth a try.
Cafe Charlotte in Stalham - great coffee, cakes and light meals plus Vera’s Coffee Shop at A G Meale
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Country Walks
-Weavers' Way (61 miles from Cromer via North Walsham to Great Yarmouth, following public footpaths, disused railway line and some minor roads
-Marriott’s Way (26 miles of footpaths, bridleway and cycle route from Aylsham to Norwich, following disused railway line)
Many public footpaths crisscross the surrounding fields (larks are often heard singing above the fields). Explore ‘East Ruston Poors Allotments’ – woodland walks and lake.
Coastal Walks
Norfolk Coast Path (from Sea Palling all the way to King’s Lynn)
Visit Happisburgh Lighthouse
Stunning Gardens
East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden is only a 1 mile away (30 acres of beautiful gardens, plant sales and tea room).
Hoveton Hall Garden (8 miles)
How Hill, Ludham – gardens, woodland trail, plus Toad Hole Cottage and ‘Electric Eel’ boat trips
Somerleyton Hall – south of Great Yarmouth
Steam Railways
North Norfolk Railway - Sheringham to Holt
Bure Valley Railway (narrow gauge) - Wroxham to Aylsham
East Anglia Transport Museum - Carlton Coleville (south of Lowestoft)
National Trust
*Blickling Hall * Felbrigg Hall * Horsey Wind Pump * Sheringham Park * Oxburgh Hall *
Plus Holkham Hall
Norfolk Broads
Hire day boats from Stalham, Hickling, Potter Heigham, Wroxham or go on a guided Broads tour from Wroxham or Horning. Visit the Museum of the Broads at Stalham – ticket lasts all season.
Beaches
Miles of sandy beaches:
Locally, park at Cart Gap, Walcott, Sea Palling, Waxham, Mundesley, Winterton
Norwich
Drive to Sprowston Park & Ride – the bus takes you to Norwich Castle Museum, return stop outside Waterstones. Approx every 15 minutes & group tickets available.
Places of interest: the famous covered market, two cathedrals, Norwich Castle plus Bridewell and Strangers’ Hall museums, Elm Hill (cobbled street) and Tombland, lots of individual shops and eateries.
Interesting Coastal Towns
From Wells-next-the Sea and Blakeney in the north right down to Southwold in Suffolk – all are reachable for a day trip. While in the north of the county visit Norfolk Lavender, Bircham Windmill and Langham Glass.
Market Towns
Include Aylsham, North Walsham, Holt, Sheringham, Acle, Great Yarmouth
Historic Churches
Norfolk is home to 100s of ancient churches, St Mary’s of East Ruston is just across the fields, whilst Happisburgh, Hempstead, Lessingham, Honing and Worstead churches are all within a few miles.
Indoor Swimming
Marina Leisure Centre, Great Yarmouth & The Reef Leisure Centre, Sheringham - 25m 6-lane pool, aqua splash/play pool and teaching pool
EXTRA INFORMATION
The owners live in the main house attached to Grove Stables, so are on hand to meet and greet/check-out plus answer any questions you may have during your stay.
Our other property 'Larksong' is located just a few minutes' walk from the beach at Eccles-on-Sea. Please see our website for more details.
Short breaks are not a problem, please contact the owner for more details - minimum booking 4 nights.
Flexible arrival and departure day.
PLEASE NOTE
We do not allow pets or smoking at the property (this helps our guests who suffer from allergies).
The location is not served by public transport, therefore a car is essential for your trip.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 x Double Bed
18 Reviews
Leave ReviewLovely property,very well equiped.
By Steve Taylor on 24-Oct-2025We stayed for four nights at the stables. had a great time. Owners were very friendly and welcoming.Beautiful house in large secluded grounds. Some goodies were left for us on arrival.Would definitely recommend to anyone wishing to visit the Norfolk Broads area.
Owner response on 31-Oct-2025
Thank you for kind words, it's great to feel appreciated and hope to see you again some day.
Off the beaten track accommodation
By Denise on 17-Oct-2025Sally is a great host. we were met at the door and given a tour of the stables, with guidance. Everything was exactly as we expected. Nice touch was the welcome pack. Really enjoyed our stay in this off the beaten track accommodation
A pleasure to be greeted by the hosts
By Beryl on 25-Oct-2025It was a pleasure to be greeted by the hosts who were very helpful and eager to make our stay enjoyable. The property was exceptionally clean and well-appointed with much thought having been given to furniture arrangements and kitchen content. We did not take advantage of the local walks but enjoyed the peace and rural location.
Just Perfect
By Mary on 27-Sep-2025Just perfect. Surrounded by peaceful countryside and extensive grounds. Cottage was exactly as described. We have never felt so relaxed in an air bb before. David kindly put the heating on but after a while we turned it down because the cottage was so cosy. So much to do nearby. We did Bure Valley railway, an afternoon cruise on the broads (saw a lot of kingfishers), Norwich,and Stalham Broad. Lots of useful leaflets in the cottage for planning days out. Also games if you don’t drink too much wine!!, I’m sure we will be back.
Great Long Weekend
By Christian on 26-Aug-2025We had a great long weekend at Sally's place. She was very responsive and sent us clear instructions. Sally personally welcomed us, showed us around and left us a some treats in the kitchen. The place was very quiet an peaceful and a great location for trips to the seaside, the Broads or Bewilderwood and Wroxham Barns which are great places if you go with kids. We will definitely try to come back!
Pretty accommmodation and quiet surroundings
By Amanda on 05-Aug-2025We stayed at Sally and Dave’s place for a week and had a really lovely holiday. The accommodation is in pretty and very quiet surroundings which made for a very relaxing stay; the private garden is pretty and a lovely spot to read and eat breakfast / dinner. It is well situated for a quiet stay, surrounded by greenery but also it is not far to go for local amenities and visits. The accommodation is very well equipped and Sally has been generous with what she provides in the kitchen e.g. foil, cling film, dishwasher tablets. Everything is spotlessly clean. Sally and Dave are lovely hosts - really friendly and helpful but not intrusive. I highly recommend a stay here and would gladly return.