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Holiday Accommodation in a Rural Location

Holiday Accommodation in a Rural Location

November 17, 2016 / No Comments / Posted in: News

Relax and unwind at Boundary Stables – the perfect rural retreat nestled in the North Norfolk countryside. You will find plenty of places to visit were you can explore and enjoy Norfolk’s natural beauty close by to your accommodation.

You won’t be disappointed with the location. Boundary Stables is surrounded by fields, hedgerow and is only five minutes from the coast and five miles away from the Norfolk Broads. If you enjoy walking there are plenty of footpaths, bridleways and country lanes close by – Dogs are welcome at Boundary Stables (up to two pets free of charge) so they too can enjoy the vast choice of walks! There are even bikes available to hire so you can make the most of exploring Norfolk’s stunning landscapes.

There are five superb accommodations, named after birds, to choose from. All are beautifully furnished, single storey properties with level access throughout. There are spacious open plan living areas with ample natural light and patio doors open onto enclosed patio areas so you can enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of your accommodation. On the grounds there is a large communal grassy paddock with barbeque area and a sauna for you to make the most of.

Year round, whether you book for a winter break or a summer holiday, you will find that there so many beautiful places to visit in the Norfolk countryside – the National Trust owned Blickling and Felbrigg estates, picturesque woodlands, award winning beaches, the Norfolk Broads and RSPB nature reserves to name a few.

Self-Catering Cottages Near Bewilderwood

Self-Catering Cottages Near Bewilderwood

November 17, 2016 / No Comments / Posted in: News

Ten miles away from Boundary Stables you will find Bewilderwood, one of the best family attractions our region has to offer! This magical, award winning outdoor, woodland adventure park in Hoveton, is surrounded by the untouched landscape of the Norfolk Broads.

Bewilderwood is the vision of children’s author Tom Blofeld, with themed areas based on characters and scenes in his books that bring to life this enchanted fictional world. There are daily story telling sessions, special seasonal events, and den building, where children are invited to join in.

Though Bewilderwood is ideal for children aged two to twelve years old, it is very much a family day out and parents and grandparents are welcome to enjoy the park as much as their children. Bewilderwood is open almost every day from February half-term to the end of October half-term, 10 AM -5.30 pm, be sure check their website for more details and special events.

Being outdoors with plenty of climbing, sliding, boating to name a few, you’re bound to get a bit mucky so make sure you wear comfortable clothes, or bring a change of clothes if the weather isn’t great. There’s the Snack Shack, the Munch Bar and the Cosy Cabin once you’ve built up an appetite and you can also bring yourself a picnic. With so much to explore, it’s easy to spend the whole day there (its recommended to allow at least three hours.)

After an adventurous, long day at Bewilderwood, you can relax with your family in the comfort of one of Boundary Stables’ luxury lodges. Each one is fully furnished with well-equipped kitchens and open plan living areas, so you can make the most of your holiday together.

Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in Norfolk UK

Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in Norfolk UK

November 17, 2016 / No Comments / Posted in: News

If you’re visiting England this summer, North-Norfolk’s award-winning beaches and un-spoilt countryside make it a wonderful place to relax, explore and enjoy the great outdoors. Boundary Stables self-catering holiday accommodation, surrounded by fields and hedgerow, is close to the coastline making it the perfect country retreat to enjoy with family, friends and pets.

At Boundary Stables you have the choice of five beautifully furnished self-catering holiday cottages, which are all level access and open plan, complete with fully equipped kitchens. Outside each accommodation is an enclosed patio with picnic-bench and parasol – great for alfresco dining. There is a paddock area, gas barbeque and sauna to enjoy and you can even rent bikes and trailers too. Pets are welcome at Boundary Stables – there are plenty of footpaths, woodland and beaches making it a great place for dogs.

Boundary Stables is an ideal location, not to far away from the historic city of Norwich and major travel routes. You will find plenty of wonderful places to visit including the Norfolk Broads (Britain’s Largest Waterway,) National Trust Properties- Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Seaside Towns -Sheringham and Cromer and dune lined beaches of Sea Palling, Winterton and Holkham. Whether you’re visiting us for a short break or weeks away you’re sure to enjoy what Boundary Stables and Norfolk has to offer.

Holiday Accommodation in North Norfolk with Level Access

Holiday Accommodation in North Norfolk with Level Access

November 17, 2016 / No Comments / Posted in: News

All of Boundary Stables beautifully furnished, self-catering Holiday Cottages have the added bonus of being single-storey, level access and equipped with wet-rooms! Perfect for people (and pets) of all ages and abilities.

You will find Boundary Stables in the idyllic, unspoilt Norfolk countryside. The grounds include a grassy paddock, gas barbeque and sauna to relax after a busy day out.

There are concrete and smooth paved areas surrounding Boundary Stables’ accommodation, making easy access for wheelchairs, pushchairs and luggage. Car parking is close by, with a concrete disabled bay for disabled guests.

Boundary Stables can accommodate up to 22 guests, with 5 holiday cottages to choose from, making it ideal for families to enjoy a holiday in Norfolk together. Inside are bright, spacious open plan layouts, combining well-equipped kitchens with dining and living areas. There is plenty of natural light, as all holiday cottages have patio doors and skylights. With level access throughout, it’s ideal for wheelchair users or those unsteady on their feet. All properties have wet-rooms with showers (shower seats available.) There are enclosed patio areas, with picnic table and parasol, giving you peace of mind if you have pets or young children.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us and we’ll do our very best to accommodate your needs.

Holiday Cottages near Norwich

Holiday Cottages near Norwich

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Boundary Stables is only 19 miles away from the historic city of Norwich and is the perfect alternative if you want to stay close to the city as well as enjoy Norfolk’s countryside. With its Cathedral, Castle, Museums, Theatre Royal and plenty of shops, come see what our ‘Fine’ City has to offer!

Norwich is home to many historical structures – Norwich Cathedral stands pride of place in the city landscape and you can see the remains of the city wall dating back to 1294. Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery was originally a Norman motte-and bailey castle, and is still complete with castle-keep and dungeons. The museum is well known for its natural history exhibits and the Cotman and Crome art galleries house the prestigious paintings of the Norwich School Painters. The museum regularly has exhibitions and special events and if you’re short of time, you can pop in for £2 between 12 and 1pm weekdays.

Why not enjoy an evening at the theatre? At the Theatre Royal you can see both touring and local shows but book in advance. There are also several cinemas including the Odeon at Riverside, VUE in the Castle Mall and Cinema City.

If in need of retail therapy, Norwich has plenty of shops. There’s Chapelfield Mall along St. Stephens and Castle Mall near Castle Meadow. The Grand Arcade is a unique Art Nouveau shopping arcade and Jarrolds is perhaps one of the most recognisable long-serving Norwich department stores.

How to get there –

By Car it takes around 30 mins to get to Norwich from Boundary Stables. The main multi-storey car parks are the Castle Mall, Chapelfield and St. Andrews. You can also catch the Park and Ride at Sprowston to save driving into the city.

Self-Catering near Blickling Hall

Self-Catering near Blickling Hall

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If you’re planning on visiting Blickling Hall, one of Norfolk’s finest National Trust properties, Boundary Stables offers beautifully furnished, self-catering cottages only a short drive away. (Boundary Stables has free WIFI so you can check the National Trusts’ website before you visit for information on tours and special events.)

Blickling Hall, originally built in the 15th century, was once home to the Boleyn family. The Hall you see today was built in 1616 and designed by architect Robert Lyminge. There is plenty of history to delve into here, not only inside the hall but in its gardens and the wider estate. In the 20th Century, during World War Two RAF Officers were housed at Blickling – It is believed that some of the graffiti carvings in the beech trees by the lake date back to the 1940’s!

There is plenty to do on the 4,777 acre Estate and you could easily spend several days exploring. There are many way-marked tracks for walking and cycling along and you can fish on the lake. Dogs are allowed, so long as they are kept on leads as livestock graze in some areas of the estate. There’s a lovely walk that loops round Blickling’s lake, past the perimeter of the gardens and begins and ends at the front of the hall.

The Great Wood is an area of ancient woodland, home to a beautiful display of bluebells during spring. You can follow several trails in and around the Great Wood, where you are likely to see plenty of wildlife. On the edge of the Great Wood is the unusual, large pyramid shaped Mausoleum, built in memory of John Hobart, Earl of Buckingham in 1793.

Don’t forget Boundary Stables has bikes available for Hire and after a long day at Blickling, you can unwind in the sauna.

Where to stay and see a Norfolk Sunset

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There’s nothing better than spending your evening by the sea watching the sun go down. Boundary Stables isn’t too far away from Norfolk’s best beaches, making it the perfect place to stay and see some amazing sunsets.

A short bike ride or walk from Boundary Stables, is Happisburgh’s coastline where you can witness dramatic cliff-top sea-views, and Happisburgh lighthouse against the dusk sky.

There are plenty of beaches to choose from close by. Sea Palling is a dune-lined, ‘Blue Flag’ award winning, sandy beach ideal for spending relaxing evenings on. The wide bays, created by artificial-reef sea defences, make stunning views of the sea against the horizon. You can find secluded spots away from the lifeguard hut, where dogs are welcome too.

You can see the sea from the roadside at Walcott making it ideal for a quick evening seaside walk. If your just passing by or the weather isn’t at its best you can watch the waves from your car too. The popular Kingfisher Fish Bar is a good place to buy fish and chips, to eat in or take away!

One of the best places to experience a Norfolk sunset is Cromer pier, a great view surrounded by the sea and maritime heritage. This iconic structure was built in 1901 and has remained a local landmark. You can get some great photos of the sun setting from the pier, alongside the historic promenade and surrounding sandy cliffs. Year round, especially on a clear sunny evening, the landscape and sky looks spectacular!

Self catering Holidays in Norfolk with Woodland Walks

Self catering Holidays in Norfolk with Woodland Walks

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BACTON WOOD – Wonderful woodland walks and cycle trails near Boundary Stables

Only six miles away from Boundary Stables lies Bacton Wood near the little village of Witton (Locally known as Witton Wood, it’s around 2.5 miles from Bacton itself.)

Bacton Wood is a hidden gem and one of my favourite woodlands in Norfolk. Forestry Commission owned, these 280 acres of woodland are well worth a visit!

Pockets of Ancient woodland and two 200-year-old sessile oaks still remain alongside stretches of pine, beech, birch, wellingtonia and many other species. The vast variety of habitats mean there’s a good chance of seeing plenty of wildlife. Roe, red and muntjac deer are a common sight here along with green and lesser-spotted woodpeckers, tree creepers, sparrow-hawks, blue and great tits to name a few, so bring along some binoculars. At dusk you are likely to see and hear tawny owls and also bats during spring and summer time.

There are several marked trails to follow, ranging from the 1.3 mile ‘Red Trail,’ the 2 mile ‘Blue Trail’ and the 2.5 mile ‘Yellow Trail.’ Or, if you’re feeling more adventurous, there are plenty of windy footpaths off the beaten track making it a great place to walk your dogs and explore. The woodland paths are un-surfaced dirt tracks and may be unsuitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs, especially in wet conditions.

Bacton Wood is also a popular with cyclists for leisurely bike rides on flatter wider tracks (the Red Trail,) or the varied terrain and elevations of smaller tracks are ideal for mountain bikes. During your stay, Boundary Stables have bikes and trailers available to hire – why not take one for a spin?

If it’s a lovely day for a picnic there are picnic-benches in the main car park north of the wood and several benches along the marked Red Trail. There are no facilities at Bacton Wood; the nearest public toilets are at Walcott along the seafront. The Car Park is free of charge and open dawn till dusk, so stay as little or as long as you like!

How to get there –

Postcode – NR28 9UE. Bacton Wood is signposted on Old Hall Road, Witton. The entrance to the main car park is at the Edingthorpe crossroads. https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Bacton+Woods+Car+Park/@52.8274712,1.4386085,17z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47d75051343545f7:0xed1eb368bcbd3b6c

Short break self catering holiday accommodation in North Norfolk

Short break self catering holiday accommodation in North Norfolk

November 17, 2016 / No Comments / Posted in: News

There are lots of reasons why you and your family should go on a short break holiday. Going a short break holiday to a quiet and tranquil place such as north Norfolk, away from the busy city traffic, brings the whole family together. It is important to go away as a family on short holidays, two or three times a year, rather than just once on a long holiday – which is customary in the UK.

When you plan long holidays, it is possible that some members of your family may have to miss out, because of an impending exam or a fast approaching project deadline. When you plan short breaks, you can adjust your holidays to suit everyone in the family, so that the whole family enjoys the holiday together – Mum, Dad and the Kids.

There are several places you could go to on a short break, many in Britain love going to Spain. But really they shouldn’t because the best holiday opportunities are right here at home. You can have your short break holiday here in North Norfolk, which is one of the most peaceful and idyllic holiday retreats in the world, which is certainly much more affordable than Spain, and a lot closer to where you are.

In North Norfolk, you can go on long, expansive walks on trails that run for dozens of miles, experience the tranquillity of the English countryside, visit the quaint little churches along the way, do a spot of seal watching as well. You may refresh yourself at any of the cosy pubs along the way.

And if you are looking for a short break self catering holiday accommodation in North Norfolk, there are none that are better located than Boundary Stables. Our self catering north Norfolk holiday cottages are situated in Happisburgh, which is as close as it gets to the most beautiful Norfolk coast.

You can bring your dog along as well, as our accommodation is pet friendly . We have 5 holiday cottages, each of which is furnished with great attention to detail and will make a perfect short break holiday for you and your family.

At Boundary Stables, we offer self catering holiday accommodation which means we don’t provide food – you have to take care of the food yourself. This might seem to be a disadvantage at first glance, but actually it is not, because self catering holiday cottages such as ours are highly affordable, compared to those that provide food, and where you have to pay for the waiters and chefs.

Also, you don’t have to worry about getting food at the right time when you stay with us because there are quite a few excellent restaurants and pubs situated close to our cottages. You may experience the most sumptuous Norfolk food here. This way you will have a much better choice on what you wish to have for your meals.

So for the best short break self catering accommodation in North Norfolk, which is also pet friendly, book with us here at Boundary Stables. We look forward to your company and we promise that you and your family will have a terrific time here in North Norfolk.

Short break holidays near a beach in North Norfolk

Short break holidays near a beach in North Norfolk

November 17, 2016 / No Comments / Posted in: News

One of the biggest trends seen recently in Britain is that the public is no longer as crazy about long holidays in Ibiza or Valencia as it used to be for so many years. These days the trend is to go for short break holidays within the UK itself, just for a couple of days or so, to refresh yourself for the long workweek that lies ahead.

Beach holidays in North Norfolk are very popular in the country, more so, than they have ever been. Boundary Stables has five self catering pet friendly cottages on the north Norfolk coast.

You can have the most amazing Norfolk coast holidays at Boundary Stables, as our cottages are based at Happisburgh, which lies on the north Norfolk coast. Nothing beats a relaxing weekend spent in north Norfolk, as we have some of the most beautiful and unspoiled beaches in the whole country.

Because of the great interest in north Norfolk, there is a strong demand for accommodations such as ours that offer short break beach holidays, situated so close to the north Norfolk coast, just a quick walk from the Grey Seal colonies which north Norfolk is so famous for.

Our cottages are just as good as any equivalent holiday accommodation in London, or for that matter anywhere in the country and more affordable too.
At Boundary Stables, we are proud to be a pet friendly holiday accommodation in north Norfolk, which also offers disabled access. So if you’re thinking of going on a short break north Norfolk coast holidays, do consider us!

North Norfolk has much to offer – great food, an amazing shopping experience and the most exquisite natural scenery. You will love going on long walks on our beaches.
A great way to enjoy your beach holidays in north Norfolk is to take an elaborately long ride on a bicycle, covering the length and breadth of the vast Norfolk coast.
You may also want to consider scuba diving and jet skiing, which are excellent options for some of our more adventurous guests. Or you may just walk along the beach at Sea Palling and Horsey.

You will also love the warm and fuzzy ambience in our little pubs, cafes and restaurants. The north Norfolk food is as healthy as it is delicious.
Whether you are on a family holiday with kids, looking to rekindle your romance with your partner, or just wish to take some valuable time alone for yourself, one of quiet contemplation, the Norfolk coast holidays at Boundary Stables have something for everyone.

At Boundary Stables, we treasure our guests and we love animals! You are welcome to bring your dog to our cottages, so that he may enjoy the beach holidays here in north Norfolk with the whole family.

The Happisburgh beach, which is just next to where we are, is a wonderful place to walk your dog, especially when the tide is out. Your dog would love running about here and having the time of his life.

We look forward to your company soon! Stay at Boundary Stables for the best Norfolk coast holidays!

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