Washingford House

Norwich, Norfolk
Bed & Breakfast
+44 (0)7900 683617
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Per night
£60 - £150
Bedroom

3 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 1 – 2

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A delightful mix of old and new in a conservation village with a four-acre garden that attracts all the local birds. Guests love it here

Per night
£60 - £150

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£60 - £150 per night

The Experience

The house is Tudor with Victorian and Georgian additions, it’s the friendliest of places to stay and Paris will immediately make you feel at home. You’re in the heart of Bergh Apton, a conservation village seven miles south-east of Norwich in some wonderful walking and biking countryside.

 

The double rooms are large and light-filled with plenty of good books and views over the garden, the single is cosy with an armchair and its own bathroom. Wake to tasty breakfasts at a round table in the open sitting and dining room: fresh fruit, yogurt, muesli, bacon and eggs, eggs Benedict, crushed avocado with mushrooms and poached eggs. The big garden is a haven for wild birds and you are welcome to sit on the terrace.

 

You’re close to the Norfolk Broads for boat trips, Norwich for the cathedral, Close and restaurants, or you can tackle one of the twelve circular walks on the Wherryman’s Way. Return to much comfort.

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We think you'll love

  • Feeling very much at home with such friendly owners and the delicious breakfasts
  • Birdwatching, not only in the garden but at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen
  • Exploring Norwich and all it has to offer
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You should know

  • You need to get in your car to go out for pubs and restaurants

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from £60
Surcharges
Singles £60-£70.
2 Twin/doubles
From £100
1 Single
From £60

Information

Booking information

Check in
Flexible
Check out
Flexible
Other details
Only one of the twin/doubles has an en suite.
Closed
Christmas.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Meals
Pubs/restaurants 4-6 miles.

Reviews

A warm and friendly welcome awaits you in a pretty home in utter tranquillity - what better place from which to set off to explore luxurious and gorgeous Norfolk!
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Ashley, Kirkcudbright

The very best B&B........by far! Our visit to stay with Paris and her husband Nige, was utterly delightful! From the extremely warm welcome, we were made to feel right at home in this truly wonderful house. The extent to which our needs were met, surpassed just about every other B&B we have stayed at. Nothing was too much trouble, and we can't tell you just how relaxed we were. The beds were super comfy, and the breakfasts were exactly what we wanted. If you're looking for somewhere really special to stay near Norwich, you will love Washingford House!


Alistair and Shelley, Nottingham

The most fabulous relaxed welcome to a gorgeous and very comfortable home where there is a great atmosphere but also very peaceful. Wonderful welcome for the dog too and rare offer for him to be ‘left behind’ if we needed to go out without him! Wonderful breakfasts and a great slice of Norfolk living.


Kate, Oxford

Paris was an incredible host: kind, accommodating, flexible and really made us feel taken care of, without being intrusive in any way. She welcomed my little boy with warmth and he was at ease in the house within moments as Paris had prepared some toys for him to play with and storybooks for bedtime. Paris also pre-booked a place for us for dinner, at a child-friendly time and gave excellent advice on places to visit during our short stay so we made the best of the time we had on our break. It really felt like a home from home. I can't recommend highly enough. We will be returning!


Diana & Chris, Boston Spa Wetherby est Yorkshire

From the moment we arrived until the morning we left Paris could not have been more friendly and helpful. Her knowledge of the area helped us get the most out of our short stay in Norfolk. The beautiful imposing country house had a homely ambiance .the large bedroom had a delightful view of the garden. We shall always remember our cosy chats over breakfast.


Location

The neighbourhood

It's a quiet, rural spot and there's much to do nearby. You can play tennis and table tennis here, or take a boat ride around Whitlingham Broad. Norwich has good theatres and the Castle Museum. There are pubs and restaurants nearby. The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts is half an hour, as is the coast.

Local points of interest from Paris & Nigel Back

  • Norwich Cathedral with its cloisters, refectory and hostry is in the heart of the city as well as the Roman Catholic Cathedral. Norwich Castle Museum has been recently restored and is of outstanding historical interest.
  • You can either hire your own boat at or there are several organised boat trips on the Broads including Ranworth and also Ross at Martham.
  • Strumpshaw Fen on the River Yare has guided walks or you can stroll along the reedbeds, woodlands and orchid-rich meadows. Also, Wheatfen Nature reserve run by the Ted Ellis trust.
  • Somerleyton Hall Gardens has an arboretum, walled garden and historic parkland, there is also the Dukes Head nearby which is a gastro-pub, delicious and welcoming after your walk round the gardens.
  • There are many wonderful walks. Wherryman’s Way Circular Walks 12 Circular walks are all very close to Washingford House. Whitlingham country park is well worth a visit.
  • Nearby restaurants/gourmet pubs include The Swan at Loddon, The King's Head in Brooke, The Wildebeest and Bramerton Woods End.

Introducing

Paris & Nigel Back

Nigel and Paris are both Norfolk born and bred – they love their county and are happy to give tips to guests on how to make the most of their stay. They have lived in Washingford House for many years and did extensive work on it to make it the lovely home it is today. They enjoy walking, tennis, cycling, theatre and, of course, meeting B&B guests.