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Set in the Waveney valley on the Norfolk Suffolk borders. Pump cottage dates back to the 17th century a grade 2 listed building. we renovated the cottage and retained may of the original features. The old Pump is still just outside the door.
You enter into a spacious open plan Kitchen, with dishwasher, fridgefreezer, electric cooker,microwave, dining room with woodburner, leading into a cosy Lounge, with digital television, video, and DVD player with a collection of films,
Bathroom with bath overhead electric shower, wc, and wash basin.
The cottage is ideal for families and up to two well behaved dogs are welcome by arrangement.
A four poster can make it a romantic getaway for two.
Enjoy over 2 acres of garden and woodland that run down to the banks of the river Waveney . Fishing ava...Set in the Waveney valley on the Norfolk Suffolk borders. Pump cottage dates back to the 17th century a grade 2 listed building. we renovated the cottage and retained may of the original features. The old Pump is still just outside the door.
You enter into a spacious open plan Kitchen, with dishwasher, fridgefreezer, electric cooker,microwave, dining room with woodburner, leading into a cosy Lounge, with digital television, video, and DVD player with a collection of films,
Bathroom with bath overhead electric shower, wc, and wash basin.
The cottage is ideal for families and up to two well behaved dogs are welcome by arrangement.
A four poster can make it a romantic getaway for two.
Enjoy over 2 acres of garden and woodland that run down to the banks of the river Waveney . Fishing available in season, there are also many local fishing lakes in the area.
You can relax, unwind and watch the wildlife, including kingfishers, Owls, Otter, Swans and Ducks. local pubs and restaurants within easy reach.
Ideally situated and central for Norwich, Ipswich, Bury st Edmunds, or the Suffolk coast is within easy reach across the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
Shared Laundry room with washing machines.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
We do allow dogs in the pump cottage, however they must not be left alone in the cottage at anytime.
Bedrooms
1 Full
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
Meet the host
Jackie & John S
Hosting since October 2007
Languages spoken: English
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests:Â We will look forward to welcoming you to stay in our cottages,
and show you around so you know where everything is.
but if you need us at anytime we live on site, and will be happy to help you.
If you need local information, we can always help.
Cottage had all we needed, the owners very welcoming, River Waveny & wildlife in garden a highlight.
Visited August 2023
Written August 7, 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
865lizzie
4 contributions
Beautiful cottage and surroundings
This place is like home. The owners are so welcoming, friendly and helpful. I cant find any negatives about our stay. The gardens are beautiful and absolutely perfect for the dogs.
Definitely be back.
Visited August 2022
Written January 2, 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Cosmopolitan274783
1 contribution
Heaven in the Waveney Valley.
Perfect hosts who treat you as part of their family, wonderful and peaceful bird spotting, river watching and good fishing at the best value and best location in East Anglia...just returned from another visit and already missing it. Bless you Jackie and John.
Visited May 2019
Written May 24, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Getaway293197
Thank you for the lovely review, just so happy to know you love this area as much as we do, and pleased to know you enjoyed your stay, it was so good to see you all again, and look forward to seeing you all in August.
with our best wishes Jackie and John xxx
Written May 25, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Susan T
2 contributions
Can't wait to go back!
What a wonderful location in the Waveney Valley, perfect for Norfolk, Suffolk and the east coast. Pump Cottage was a fabulous place to stay, a real home from home, with a beautiful garden backing onto the river. Jackie and John were the perfect hosts, who go the extra mile to make your stay comfortable in every way. Dogs are made welcome, and there is off-road parking. In short, I can recommend it without reservation, and I can't wait to revisit.
Visited September 2018
Written September 20, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Lee B
5 contributions
Fantastic large cottage
Brilliant place to stay in Norfolk, in the quiet village of Brockdish. The gardens are great,and if you go a bit further down and follow the paving track, you come to a running river with many trees a long the way,with plenty comfortable cushioned chairs to sit back and watch the day go by!!. It has a great village pub, a 90 second walk away. The owners Jackie & John were very friendly and welcomeing.
We basically needed a base for road cycling through out the week, with a good lockable garage which we got, out on our bikes the scenery was amazing, great experience, and we will be back!!.
Visited June 2018
Written July 2, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Getaway293197
Thank you for leaving a review Lee, So pleased you enjoyed your stay, and also discovering the unspoilt and beautiful scenery in South Norfolk.
plus your relaxing times in the garden and down by the river.
Its good to know you managed to visit The Kings head, we are so lucky to have a great pub in the village.
It was a pleasure meeting you both, look forward to seeing you again.
with our very best wishes
Jackie & John
Written July 13, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
TheFerryFamily
3 contributions
Just perfect
We've been coming here for a long time and we've never been disappointed. It's like our second home, and the perfect place to relax and enjoy the area. Jackie and John are so kind and thoughtful, you couldn't ask for better hosts xxx
Visited June 2017
Written June 29, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Peter S
5 contributions
Peaceful
Lovely hosts, there if you need them but otherwise unobtrusive.
Quiet location with extensive garden running down to river.
Accommodation had everything we needed and very comfortable and clean. Only very minor criticism is that we needed lamps on even during the day because it is dark indoors - however others may regard this as a plus because of the age of the property.
Visited May 2017
Written May 26, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Getaway293197
Thank you so much for leaving a review, so pleased you enjoyed your stay in Norfolk. As you mention Pump cottage is 400years old, and grade 2 listed, restricting any alterations and protecting its original features. however there is overhead lighting, wall lights and sidelights if required.
You may of preferred our other cottage the hayloft with high ceilings, patio doors where light pours in.
With our kind regards
John and Jackie
Written June 5, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
boxerbrian11
Ashford, United Kingdom1 contribution
Tranquility
A home from home & made most welcome by Jackie, John & Rosie. A tranquil setting for a relaxing break.
Returning in August or before if we can.
Visited April 2017
Written April 30, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Getaway293197
Many thanks for your review, it was so nice meeting you all, and so pleased you enjoyed staying in Pump cottage, looking forward to seeing you all in August. Best wishes Jackie, John, Rosie x
Written May 2, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
maureenclark258
Suffolk, United Kingdom1 contribution
Delightful cottage
We have stayed at Pump cottage several times over the years and have always enjoyed a relaxing comfortable stay. The cottage is dog friendly and very well equipped. The wooded grounds are beautiful and the fishing is good.
Visited July 2016
Written February 19, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Getaway293197
Thank you for leaving a great review, we always look forward to seeing you all, and so nice to know you have enjoyed your stays over the many years you and your family have been visiting.
we look forward to seeing you in April.
Written February 19, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Pam4851
Worthing, United Kingdom1 contribution
Brilliant holiday in every way!
I came here with my friend after listening to her telling me all about it. I could never have imagined the beautiful setting, the air of calm and tranquillity or the friendliness of Jackie and John. The whole area is beautiful, the grounds alive with birds and beautiful flowers, even swans on the river. What could be better than to sit in perfect peace by the river, watching the birds and enjoying the sunshine. The accommodation was excellent, and a four-poster bed too!! Jackie and John had left us milk, eggs and scones, with butter and jam and cream too, plus everything we could possibly need - including games and puzzles for a rainy day. We couldn't have been treated better! We will definitely be back!
Visited October 2016
Written February 18, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Getaway293197
Thank you Pam we are so happy to know you enjoyed your stay last year, we look forward to seeing you again soon.
We are sure you will enjoy the beautiful display of daffodils and spring flowers down by the river when you visit in April x
Written February 19, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Brockdish is a small village, with local Inn, The olde Kings head a short walk from the olde coach house. Harleston is the nearest town, with a good range of shops pubs and restaurants. The market town of Diss is 6 miles with a mixture of supermarkets and small individual shops.Market day is Friday,also on a Friday at Gaze sale yard a large auction of household and antique furniture.
Bressingham gardens and steam experience only a few miles away, Flixton air museum, with free admission.
.Banham zoo set in 35 acres of beautiful park land and gardens home for almost 1000 animals.
Redgrave and Lopham fen the source of the river waveney.
Thornham walks, and gardens.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Local Bus from Diss,
Diss railway station 6Miles
Trains from London Liverpool street.
Nearest airport Norwich, Stansted.
Nearest ferry Harwich.
Car hire from Diss
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Watersports
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 PM • Check out by 10 AM
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
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