Located in Great Yarmouth, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Norfolk Broads and Hickling Broad. .This vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from How Hill Trust and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Toad Hole Cottage Museum.
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
Horsey Windpump - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Hoveton and Wroxham Station - 14 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
King's Arms Public House, Martham - 7 min drive
The Swan Inn
The White Horse - 13 min drive
Greyhound Inn - 5 min drive
Ferry Inn - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Barn on the Broads
Set in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Quince Cottage is a perfect retreat for nature lovers and family groups alike. Surrounded by open countryside, the converted barn has open beams, exposed brickwork and log burning stove. It is fully equipped with all modern amenities including a newly fitted kitchen. The living/dining room has French doors that open out onto a private enclosed garden with patio and summer house with bar and bbq. The master bedroom has a shower/toilet ensuite, bedroom 2 has a double bed and bedroom 3 has a single bed, all bedrooms have TV's.there is also there is a small safety deposit safe. There is parking for 2 cars. Quince Cottage is in easy reach of the amazing Norfolk coastline where you may see the odd seal or two usually between November and February, the beautiful sandy beaches, Sea-Pauling and Waxham are worth a visit. The Norfolk Broads are only a stone’s throw away, ideal for the fishing or nature enthusiast. There is an abundance of dog walks - a dog walker’s paradise and no shortages of restaurants, cafes and teashops the majority of which are dog friendly. The magnificent city of Norwich is 20 minutes away with its amazing cathedral, excellent shopping, cinemas, and too many restaurants to mention. In addition, there is a wealth of National Trust properties including Felbrigg Hall, Blickling Hall and Sheringham Park home to the North Norfolk steam railway. Day boats are available to hire in Potter Heigham and for children BeWILDerwood a treetop adventure park is a must. There is a private swimming pool within 2 minutes walking distance which can be hired for personal use.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Amanda Stiles
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
The Barn on the Broads Great Yarmouth
The Barn on the Broads Private vacation home
The Barn on the Broads Private vacation home Great Yarmouth
The Barn on the Broads Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Seth B.
22 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property. great area.
Had a lovely time here in Norfolk. Property is well-equipped, and well placed for short drives to the seals, the broads, Great Yarmouth, Norwich and more.
Seth B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
barbara a.
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Central for The Broads and surrounding area
Perfect base for the Broads. Close to boat hire and local pubs. Also Great Yarmouth and Norwich can be reached within 30 minutes by car.
Quince Cottage was delightful and had everything we needed for our stay, although the second double bedroom was a little snug. Lovely views from the back garden.
barbara a.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ashley H.
8 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and great location
Beautiful property with everything within a short commute.
Ashley H.
Stayed 48 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Natalie V.
14 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, homely cottage
Quince Cottage was a really beautiful holiday home with everything you could need for a relaxing holiday. We absolutely loved the decor and it was the change of scenery we all needed. The coast and Broads are only short drives away, and Amanda was very helpful when we had some problems with our car, recommending a local garage. The nearby swimming pool you can book by the hour was also a highlight for the children! Thank you Amanda!
Natalie V.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Joseph W.
14 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful converted barn
We really enjoyed our stay. A perfect location to discover the wonderful beaches nearby, sea the seals and rent a boat on the broads. The barn itself was beautiful but slightly let down by the lack of cutlery and cooking utensils. Just 5 knives, forks and spoons means constant washing up. The owner is very helpful though and left us a nice welcome gift which was a nice touch.
Joseph W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fay R., United Kingdom
29 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent holiday
The house was lovely, exactly as listed and we were very happy with every aspect
Fay R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Alison P.
25 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay at Quince Cottage and would definitely stay there again.
I did feel that there were insufficient cooking utensils such as casserole dishes, garlic press etc.
Alison P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Ray C.
5 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Accommodation and facilities very good although car parking not too easy
Ray C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Maggie M.
19 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty house quiet and lovely garden view
Comfortable and charming
Maggie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
22 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
Booked this lovely converted barn on this website and found the process very straightforward. If we plan on visiting this way again would definitely consider rebooking.