Guests say
Guests have praised Burtons Mill Retreat for its brilliant location, especially for those exploring Weavers Way. The property is described as clean, well-equipped, and beautifully decorated, with thoughtful touches like a welcome package and a comprehensive guide. While some minor issues were mentioned, the owners' responsiveness and the overall comfort and convenience of the apartment were highlighted positively.
The property is consistently described as clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for its convenience and suitability for guests looking to explore Norfolk, though there is a mention of some tension with local residents regarding pets.
Comfort is generally well-received with mentions of comfy beds and a warm reading room, although one guest found the double bed too soft and the apartment dark.
Facilities are mostly appreciated, but some guests noted the absence of certain kitchen items and a small shower cubicle, suggesting room for improvement.
Thoughtful touches like a welcome package and a detailed guide are mentioned, enhancing the guest experience. However, as gifts are not guaranteed, future guests should note this is a delightful possibility rather than an expectation.
About this property
Offering a fantastic base for touring the Norfolk Broads, Burtons Mill Retreat is a first-floor, duplex apartment which lies in the market town of Stalham near to the River Ant. Boasting two bedrooms, Burtons Mill Retreat is within walking distance of amenities and within easy reach of the coast too. After arriving at the property, head through the communal entrance to find the apartment front door, before being welcomed into a spacious hallway where you can store boots and coats. Step into the attractive open-plan living space to find a plush corner sofa and comfy beanbag in front of the Smart TV, a lovely dining area and a fitted kitchen space equipped with all the appliances you could need. Enjoy a quiet moment in the unique sun room boasting an amazing Alice in Wonderland theme, with décor relating to the beloved novel and films, including a vintage writing desk, along with another Smart TV and a comfy sofa that converts to a day bed for a sneaky afternoon nap. The first floor is home to one of the two bedrooms, a twin/king size room with plenty of space and contemporary storage, along with the shower room with a walk-in shower and heated towel rail. Take the stairs up to the second floor to find the wonderful king-size master bedroom, enjoying an en-suite basin and WC, with a quirky window overlooking the living area below. The property sits across from the Museum of the Broads, taking you from Roman times through to the medieval peat digging to the present day holiday makers, with fantastic boat tours on a vintage and unique Victorian steam boat to see the boats of the Broads and catch sight of the wonderful wildlife. The town centre of Stalham is close by with a supermarket and local shops, including a fabulous butchers, to pick up any essentials, as well as boasting a host of pubs, restaurants and takeaways. The surrounding area is scattered with boatyards, waterways and marinas, all providing interesting scenery to soak up during walks, bike rides and boat rides. Venture out onto the water on canoes, kayaks or even paddle-boards, with local activity organisers in the Broads to go to if you don't have your own gear. For a fun day out head to Norfolk's coast at Sea Palling Beach or Happisburgh Beach, both with long sandy shores to enjoy and plenty of seaside amenities. Families can look forward to trips to the likes of Bewilderwood Norfolk, Roar Dinosaur Adventure, Sea Life at Great Yarmouth and Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. For a scenic break to Norfolk, choose Burtons Mill Retreat.
Stalham is a market town resting in Norfolk on the edge of the Norfolk Broads. The town boasts a great range of amenities including supermarkets, shops, pubs, restaurants and takeaways, and is host to a market every Tuesday and a farmers' market every other Saturday. Explore the scenic Norfolk Broads with boat tours and trips, watersports like kayaking and canoeing, along with walking and cycling trails to adventure along too. Stalham is also within easy reach of Norfolk's coast at Happisburgh, Eccles-on-Sea and Sea Palling.
Accommodation
First-floor duplex apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite basin and WC, 1 x first-floor king-size (can be converted to a twin on request).
First-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Sun room with Smart TV and sofa daybed
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated parking space for one car, additional visitors parking and on-road parking.
Nearby public picnic area on other side of pub with picnic benches overlooking river.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 mile.
Note: There is reduced head height in the second-floor king-size bedroom
Reviews (8)
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Lindsey
The guide that was sent prior to the holiday was the best Iâve ever received. It contained every bit of information that you would need about the property, surrounding area and local shops. I would definitely recommend this property and would love to stay again.
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Graham
The apartment was comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated. Everything had been thought of from bathroom toiletries to dishwasher tablets. Thank you so much and we would love to visit again some day.
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Rebecca
Bit of a problem at the start when the weather was very hot and we were unable to open a window in the downstairs bedroom, leading to a very uncomfortable night. However we got in touch with the owners and the problem was resolved. I have to say that they responded extremely well to the situation, showing a genuine concern to put things right. Some minor niggles (eg shower cubicle is VERY small) but otherwise everything was fine. Clean and well equipped and in a very convenient location.