Guests say
Bittern Lodge in Cromer offers a comfortable and well-equipped stay with excellent country club facilities, including an indoor swimming pool and activities for children. Guests appreciate the quiet location, the surrounding wildlife, and the proximity to the beach and town centre. The lodge is praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and family-friendly amenities.
The lodge is generally described as clean and well-maintained, with only a minor note about the area behind the kitchen bins and the shower drain needing attention.
The location is highly praised for its quiet setting, proximity to Cromer town centre, beach access, and the surrounding wildlife, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and exploration.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the lodge spacious. However, there is a mention of the second bedroom being cramped and the third sleeping space being difficult to navigate due to paddle steps.
The country club facilities are a highlight, with an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, gym, and children's activities. Some maintenance issues are noted, such as the need for bathroom updates and a frosted ice box.
While the reviews reflect appreciation for the amenities provided, especially for children and birders, there is no mention of gifts, so it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness in terms of gifts.
About this property
Boasting fabulous coastal walks, excellent birdwatching opportunities, on-site amenities to enjoy on the doorstep, perfect location to enjoy all North Norfolk offers..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Galleried, Single (3ft) Bed, TV.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. 3x stairgates. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). Hot tub for 6. Gym, Sauna and Steam Room (shared with other properties on-site). Indoor heated swimming pool (shared with other properties on-site, 8m x 4m, depth 0.9m x 1.5m) with shower facilities and changing facilities. Electric vehicle charging point. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are steps and slopes within the park. No stag or hen parties.. This semi-detached Swiss chalet-style privately owned villa occupies a corner position on the Cromer Country Club, a three-acre site with tiered landscaped gardens backed by woodland and the Cromer lighthouse. The property is perfect for families, nature lovers, and bird-watching enthusiasts.
Bittern Lodge boasts an inviting sociable open-plan accommodation. Upstairs, the master bedroom features a balcony, perfect for enjoying morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. There is a twin-bedded room and paddle steps lead up to a charming mezzanine with a vaulted ceiling and a single bed. The family bathroom is conveniently located on the first floor. The villa was newly furnished in 2025, including new high quality comfortable mattresses, dining chairs and sofa. All Cromer Country Club facilities, including the indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym, can of course be used by guests staying at Bittern Lodge at no further cost. Guests also enjoy free access to a games room at the resort and the onsite restaurant/pub is open all year. The Country Club is built into the hillside with steps and slopes, so is less suitable for the persons with mobility impairments. The Royal Cromer Golf Club is next door.
The North Norfolk coast is one of the United Kingdom’s best locations for birdwatching, having a remarkable range of habitats, from heath land and woods to coastal grazing marsh, reed beds and open beaches. Bittern Lodge contains a wide collection of books on birds and a log to record sightings. Guests can enjoy the nearby rspb and North Norfolk Wildlife Trust reserves at Strumpshaw Fen, Hickling Broad and Cley Marshes.
The charming seaside town of Cromer is 1 mile away and can be reached via a lovely cliff-top walk or the wide sandy beach at low tide, with a choice of steps or sloped paths leading down to the shore. Cromer offers plenty for all ages, with its promenade, iconic pier and end-of-pier shows, numerous cafes and eateries, arcades, a cinema, pubs, take-away restaurants, and a wide range of independent and high street stores. Two excellent museums, an impressive historic church boasting the tallest tower in Norfolk which can be climbed at certain times of the year, a small children’s fairground and Amazona Zoo can be found nearby. There are plenty of benches to stop at and take in the views, enjoy an ice cream, fish and chips, or perhaps some famous Cromer crab.
Please note: There are steep stairs at the property leading to the mezzanine.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
There are drops in the garden.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Reviews (11)
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Wendy
Great accommodation and area
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Leonard Melville
Very steep slopes and lots of steps
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Kirsty
Fantastic location to explore the area, short walk to the beach which is lovely. Facilities available at the country club is a bonus, the kids especially enjoyed the use of the pool.