Rockland Cart Lodge
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Overview
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Set in a delightful area dating back to the Norman conquest, the characterful Rockland Cart Lodge is a perfect choice for a romantic getaway. With a master suite and a charming twin bedroom, this little gem in the Norfolk Broads sleeps four guests and would also suit a small family or two couples if you don’t want to keep it all to yourselves.
Situated in the pretty village of Rockland-St-Mary, Rockland Cart Lodge is perfectly positioned to enjoy the Norfolk Broads, the vibrant city of Norwich as well as the North Norfolk Coast and Southwold on the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast. There are several National Trust estates within easy reach and the countryside surrounding this fabulous holiday home is simply gorgeous.
Rockland Cart Lodge offers peaceful simplicity within this sympathetically restored barn. With calm, neutral colour palettes, delightfully adorned little nooks from the past, ceiling beams reflecting the impressive craftmanship of years gone by, exposed brickwork, high vaulted ceilings and luxurious, sumptuous furnishings, the lodge is an absolute delight. The huge bi-fold doors open to the very pretty garden and flood the living space with bright Norfolk light.
The main living space is open plan in design, taking full advantage of the high cathedral ceiling. The stone coloured, shaker-style contemporary kitchen looks amazing against the exposed brick wall and offers the chef wonderful appliances. At the far end, a comfy corner sofa looks out to the pretty garden and over to the huge television mounted on the wall. Guests can open the bifold doors to enjoy alfresco dining as well as the hot tub. Rockland Cart Lodge certainly knows how to combine a tasteful mix of traditional charm and modern comforts.
The garden is an absolute delight. It is completely private and offers wonderful alfresco dining on the patio, beautiful plants in beds, tubs and climbing the walls including the fabulous wisteria. Once you have got the children into their beds, it is surely time to pour yourselves a delicious glass of wine and slip into the hot tub for a romantic wind-down. You can watch the stars and listen for birdsong. What bliss!
The elegant master suite enjoys a king-size bed, a wonderful, beamed ceiling, an immaculate shower room and lovely views. The twin is another beautiful room with exposed beams and the unpretentious sense of style that flows throughout this splendid barn. There is also a gorgeous family bathroom which looks stunning with an exposed brick wall.
Rockland Cart Lodge is elegant and beautiful in a very understated way, a wonderfully romantic and peaceful retreat.
What you should know…
- Guests are welcome to take one well-behave dog to Rockland Cart Lodge
- Please note that mobile reception can be variable in this area though you do have Wi-Fi so can make WhatsApp calls
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living & dining area
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with twin single beds
- Family bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Terrace
- Dining facilities
- Charcoal barbecue
- Hot tub
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Washing machine & dryer
- Parking for 2 cars
Location
About the surrounding area of Rockland Cart LodgeRockland Cart Lodge is located in Rockland-St-Mary, on the edge of the Mid-Yare National Nature Reserve and next door to the RSBP Rockland Marshes. It is 6 miles south east of Norwich and within easy reach of the Norfolk and Suffolk coastlines. Locals often refer to the area of the Norfolk Broads as ‘Broadland’. The beautiful Rivers Yare, Ant, Waveney, Chet and Bure meander their leisurely way through Norfolk and Suffolk connecting beautiful inland lakes, creating waterways and wetlands that make up The Norfolk Broads. Wildlife is abundant and conservation has been very successful in reintroducing species such as otters and herons that struggled for some time to survive. To the eastern side of the Norfolk Broads, the sandy beaches and stunning coastline caress the Broads at Horsey Mere with the salt water of the North Sea coming within a hare’s breathe of the the fresh water. Grey and common seals thrive on the shoreline. Guests love watching them at Horsey Gap. Boat hire on the Broads is very popular and an absolute must!
There are some wonderful places to eat locally including The New Inn and Coldham Hall. You can also take delicious cream teas at the Orangery at Ketteringham Hall, a local, outstanding, Grade II listed property with stunning gardens including a walled garden, tranquil avenues and a lake with angling facilities.
Norwich is a total wonder with exceptional gourmet dining including the vegetarian Benedict’s and Roger Hickmann’s. It also boasts cosy pubs including The Fat Cat and St Andrew Brew House where delicious craft beers are made on the premises. So say, it offers the best fish and chips in East Anglia to the sounds of jazz at the Grosvenor Fish Bar. Norwich Catherdral stands in all its majesty with the ancient beauty of stained glass windows, a booming organ and hushed cloisters. You can enjoy free guided tours and learn how the cathedral survived riot, war, plague and fire. There are peregrines that nest in the cathedral’s spire. The observation point is manned by expert volunteers from the Hawk and Owl Trust so that you can get a good view of them. The cathedral plays host to many reverent and impressive concerts and recitals throughout the year. Norwich also boasts dozens of churches from its medieval heyday, some of which have been repurposed into cultural and exhibition spaces such as the Norwich Arts Centre. The Forum is a huge glass edifice and the home of BBC Norwich as well as being a thriving library and boasting restaurants and a bustling cafe. Norwich open-air market delights shopper with traditional fruit and veg stalls alongside gourmet tea and coffee vendors, artisanal bakers and others.
Any visit to the Norfolk Broads really should include a visit to the bustling town of Wroxham, the hub of boating activity and a tourist mecca. It has everything, shopping, attractions, cafes, restaurants and beautiful local walks. Ludham is a quaint, pretty village, close to Womack Staithe offering white washed cottages with thatched roofs and a lovely pub.
Visitors staying at Rockland Cart Lodge also enjoy trips to the celebrated resort of Southwold, Holkham on the North Norfolk coast and Cromer. There is really too much to see and do in one week so perhaps you should book two!
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| Nearest City |
Norwich
(12.8km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Loddon
(11.7km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Rockland St Mary
(500m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
The New Inn, Rockland St Mary
(1km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Co-Op Food, Loddon
(10.5km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Eaton Golf Club, Norwich
(13.8km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Great Yarmouth
(39.7km) |
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Region
Found in the East of England, Norfolk’s charms are as broad as the famous network of rivers that run through it. With an abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, this is one county where you can really kick back and enjoy some quintessential English countryside.
But it’s not just a rural idyll – there’s loads of stuff to see and do, which we’ve all put together in our handy Norfolk travel guide. And don’t forget, if you need a place to stay our luxury cottages in Norfolk offer everything you need for an amazing family holiday.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesRockland Cart Lodge is a wonderful holiday base for a small family. The lodge is very comfortable and the hot tub is wonderful. The area is beautiful with lovely walks. It is also very close to Norwich which offer families many attractions. Norwich Castle which was built by the Normans as a Palace over 900 years ago. It is now a friendly museum and art gallery where children can go back through time discovering treasures left behind by the Normans and find out about East Anglia’s own Queen Boudicca. The Museum of Norwich is packed full of exhibitions and interactive displays. Children enjoy taking the hop-on-hop-off bus to see the city. Open offers a variety of wall climbing taster sessions. With the aid of mechanical devices, the instructors are able to get everyone to the top of the wall regardless of their ability. With special climbing harnesses and equipment, it is a thrilling, exciting challenge. There is also ten-pin bowling and laser tag. The Norwich Puppet Theatre features the best of British and international theatre of animation for all ages. The Gravity Trampoline Park boasts over 80 interconnected trampolines. There is a toddlers only zone and specialised sessions. It is great fun with special jump platforms, tumble tracks and slam dunk zones. There are also airbags so that your children can try out some scary new tricks.
Whitlingham Adventure is a watersports haven that will definitely keep the family happy. There is canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing and sailing available. If someone doesn’t want to get in the water, there is also archery, bike tours and climbing.
In the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden is a secret hideaway with four miles of woodland walks, brimming with trees, plands and much wildlife. The gardens are a hotspot for rare birds. You can also hop aboard Primrose, the garden’s Edwardian style river cruiser and glide along the river for 50 minutes while catching a glimpse of the historic ruins of St Benet’s Abbey. It is a lovely trip.
Not far away, Lowestoft is a fabulous seaside town with much entertainment including the wonderful Somerleyton Hall and Gardens, the East Anglia Transport Museum, Africa Alive, Sparrow’s Nest and Gardens, the Marina Theatre and various other museums. There are 14 lanes of glow bowling at the Richardson’s Family Entertainment Centre, skating and an arcade on Claremont Pier and over 35 rides, attractions and shows at the Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park. Set in 50 acres, the theme park has rides up to 50mph as well as water based ones. Smaller children will enjoy the Flying Elephant ride, Balloon Rays and the Big Train whilst the older thrill-seeking ones enjoy the Wave Breaker and Kite Flyer. There are also sea lion and parrot shows. The East Anglia Transport Museum is a living museum showing the development of transport over almost a century. Vehicles of yesteryear can be seen in action. It is wonderful opportunity to travel on types of vehicle that are now half forgotten.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Friday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay, this may be increased to 7-nights across peak dates |
| Pets welcome? | A maximum of 1 well-behaved dog is allowed on request for an additional charge of £25, per stay. Please clean up after your dog and ensure it stays off all furnishings. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Other Ts and Cs | Hot Tub: £50 charge per stay |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11th 2023 - Dec 15th 2023 | £733 | £818 | £903 | £945 |
| Dec 15th 2023 - Dec 22nd 2023 | £745 | £831 | £917 | £960 |
| Dec 22nd 2023 - Dec 29th 2023 | £1,125 | £1,262 | £1,399 | £1,468 |
| Dec 29th 2023 - Jan 5th 2024 | £1,127 | £1,264 | £1,401 | £1,470 |
| Jan 5th 2024 - Jan 12th 2024 | £749 | £836 | £923 | £966 |
| Jan 12th 2024 - Jan 19th 2024 | £749 | £836 | £923 | £966 |
| Jan 19th 2024 - Jan 26th 2024 | £749 | £836 | £923 | £966 |
| Jan 26th 2024 - Feb 2nd 2024 | £749 | £836 | £923 | £966 |
| Feb 2nd 2024 - Feb 9th 2024 | £751 | £838 | £925 | £968 |
| Feb 9th 2024 - Feb 16th 2024 | £865 | £967 | £1,069 | £1,120 |
| Feb 16th 2024 - Feb 23rd 2024 | £828 | £925 | £1,023 | £1,072 |
| Feb 23rd 2024 - Mar 1st 2024 | £760 | £849 | £937 | £981 |
| Mar 1st 2024 - Mar 8th 2024 | £766 | £856 | £945 | £989 |
| Mar 8th 2024 - Mar 15th 2024 | £769 | £859 | £948 | £993 |
| Mar 15th 2024 - Mar 22nd 2024 | £773 | £863 | £954 | £999 |
| Mar 22nd 2024 - Mar 29th 2024 | £867 | £970 | £1,072 | £1,124 |
| Mar 29th 2024 - Apr 5th 2024 | £1,125 | £1,262 | £1,399 | £1,468 |
| Apr 5th 2024 - Apr 12th 2024 | £1,028 | £1,152 | £1,276 | £1,338 |
| Apr 12th 2024 - Apr 19th 2024 | £880 | £985 | £1,089 | £1,141 |
| Apr 19th 2024 - Apr 26th 2024 | £880 | £985 | £1,089 | £1,141 |
| Apr 26th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | £920 | £1,030 | £1,139 | £1,194 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £926 | £1,037 | £1,147 | £1,202 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 17th 2024 | £938 | £1,050 | £1,163 | £1,219 |
| May 17th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £951 | £1,065 | £1,179 | £1,236 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | £1,172 | £1,315 | £1,458 | £1,530 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 | £968 | £1,084 | £1,200 | £1,258 |
| Jun 7th 2024 - Jun 14th 2024 | £971 | £1,087 | £1,203 | £1,261 |
| Jun 14th 2024 - Jun 21st 2024 | £1,014 | £1,136 | £1,258 | £1,319 |
| Jun 21st 2024 - Jun 28th 2024 | £1,043 | £1,169 | £1,295 | £1,358 |
| Jun 28th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £1,069 | £1,198 | £1,328 | £1,392 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £1,109 | £1,243 | £1,378 | £1,446 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024 | £1,182 | £1,326 | £1,471 | £1,543 |
| Jul 19th 2024 - Jul 26th 2024 | £1,202 | £1,350 | £1,497 | £1,571 |
| Jul 26th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 | £1,285 | £1,443 | £1,601 | £1,681 |
| Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 9th 2024 | £1,291 | £1,450 | £1,609 | £1,689 |
| Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 16th 2024 | £1,291 | £1,450 | £1,609 | £1,689 |
| Aug 16th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | £1,285 | £1,443 | £1,601 | £1,681 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £1,285 | £1,443 | £1,601 | £1,681 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | £1,051 | £1,178 | £1,306 | £1,369 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Sep 13th 2024 | £1,028 | £1,152 | £1,276 | £1,338 |
| Sep 13th 2024 - Sep 20th 2024 | £957 | £1,072 | £1,187 | £1,244 |
| Sep 20th 2024 - Sep 27th 2024 | £911 | £1,019 | £1,127 | £1,182 |
| Sep 27th 2024 - Oct 4th 2024 | £899 | £1,006 | £1,113 | £1,166 |
| Oct 4th 2024 - Oct 11th 2024 | £899 | £1,006 | £1,113 | £1,166 |
| Oct 11th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £899 | £1,006 | £1,113 | £1,166 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Oct 25th 2024 | £942 | £1,054 | £1,167 | £1,223 |
| Oct 25th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £984 | £1,103 | £1,221 | £1,280 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Nov 8th 2024 | £726 | £810 | £894 | £936 |
| Nov 8th 2024 - Nov 15th 2024 | £726 | £810 | £894 | £936 |
| Nov 15th 2024 - Nov 22nd 2024 | £726 | £810 | £894 | £936 |
| Nov 22nd 2024 - Nov 29th 2024 | £726 | £810 | £894 | £936 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 6th 2024 | £726 | £810 | £894 | £936 |
| Dec 6th 2024 - Dec 13th 2024 | £726 | £810 | £894 | £936 |
| Dec 13th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £737 | £822 | £907 | £950 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | £1,159 | £1,300 | £1,442 | £1,513 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £1,161 | £1,302 | £1,444 | £1,515 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 10th 2025 | £780 | £871 | £962 | £1,008 |
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jan 17th 2025 | £780 | £871 | £962 | £1,008 |
| Jan 17th 2025 - Jan 24th 2025 | £780 | £871 | £962 | £1,008 |
| Jan 24th 2025 - Jun 13th 2025 | £780 | £871 | £962 | £1,008 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Immaculate!
We had the most wonderful holiday. Our hosts were lovely, the cottage was immaculate, comfortable and well-equipped. So happy.
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Lovely
Beautiful spacious property to relax in and the hot tub was a real bonus.
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A very relaxing stay
Like a luxurious home away from home; Rockland Cart Lodge had everything we needed, and the owners were really generous and accommodating. Great location for exploring the nearby bird reserves on the Broads, as well as being close though to the city for amenities. Really enjoyed our stay here, it was very relaxing.
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An extra special stay!
We had an absolutely lovely stay at Rockland Cart Lodge. Communication from the owner was fantastic throughout, including when rebooking due to covid restrictions. It was really lovely to arrive and discover a Christmas tree and decorations to make our trip away feel extra special. Would definitely stay again.
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