Primrose Cottage

Old Lane, Walcott, Norwich, NR12 0PA, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>138</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
138 reviews

Location was lovely, Primrose cottage was old, beautifully decorated, comfortable beds. Breakfast was excellent. Our host was friendly and helpful, booked dinner for us on the first night. All in all a lovely quiet place to stay.

John United Kingdom
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Primrose Cottage

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Primrose Cottage in Norwich provides adults-only accommodation with water sports facilities, a garden and a terrace. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. It is possible for guests to sit outside and enjoy the property grounds. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests can have fruits and chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. You can play mini-golf at this 4-star bed and breakfast, and the area is popular for cycling and canoeing. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go hiking and pub crawls nearby. Blickling Hall is 22 km from Primrose Cottage, while BeWILDerwood is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Norwich International Airport, 26 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.6
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  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location was lovely, Primrose cottage was old, beautifully decorated, comfortable beds. Breakfast was excellent. Our host was friendly and helpful, booked dinner for us on the first night. All in all a lovely quiet place to stay.”
  • Dave
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent, tasty food and service. Very friendly and comfortable.”
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful in every way. Very high standard and very clean.”

Host Information

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Primrose Cottage is a very old brick and flint house with lots of warmth, charm and character. It can be found down a quiet country lane just off the B1159. Surrounded by open countryside one and a half miles from the lovely sandy beaches at Happisbough and Walcott, it is perfect for walkers and cyclists alike. The Norfolk Broads are four miles away - you can hire a boat, go canoeing or take one of the regular river cruises. The Broads are very beautiful and full of wonderful wildlife to see. For garden lovers, the beautiful gardens at the Old Vicarage, East Ruston are just one mile away.
Karen, the owner has over thirty years experience running a guest house. The comfort and needs of her guests are always top of her list. A very warm welcome awaits your arrival with tea, coffee, cake or whatever you wish. Primrose Cottage really is a retreat for anyone wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is quiet, restful, and very peaceful.
Primrose Cottage can be found down a quiet country lane surrounded by open countryside and only four miles away from the Norfolk Broads.The lovely sandy beaches at Happisburgh and Walcott are one and a half miles away. For garden lovers the world famous exotic and beautiful Old Vicarage Gardens are at East Ruston, one mile away; a must for garden lovers. Primrose Cottage is a brick and flint period property set in a very peaceful location the perfect place if you want to get away for a few days.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Primrose Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Archery
  • Pub crawls
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Ironing service
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 14:30 to 22:00

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Visa .

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Primrose Cottage

    • Primrose Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Archery
      • Pub crawls
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Beach

    • Room options at Primrose Cottage include:

      • Twin
      • Double

    • The prices at Primrose Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Primrose Cottage is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Primrose Cottage is 15.5 miles from the centre of Norwich. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.