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Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages

ALL ABOUT THE INSIDE:

Kitchen
Well equipped and laid out kitchen with all you need for cooking for 4. Fully fitted with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, kettle, toaster and coffee machine and plenty of well planned cupboard space. From here step into the ….

Open plan living room with dining area
There is the textured flooring throughout and a comfy leather sofa and an upholstered armchair with footstool, ideal for watching the flat screen TV with Freeview and DVD player. The gas stove is ideal for the winter evenings and the heating and good insulation means that the house is cosy. Eat at the wooden dining table that easily seats 4. There are French doors opening out onto …

Conservatory
A lovely space, with cane seating for 4. Ideal to sit and enjoy the sunshine. The doors from here into the garden and into here from the living room have dog pawprint motifs so dogs can easily see them.

Back into the living room, a door leads off into a small hallway and off this is ….

Bedroom 1
King size bed with pocket sprung mattresses. Wall mounted with flat screen TV with built in DVD player. Wardrobe storage space, side tables and lamps.

Bedroom 2
Twin beds with pocket sprung mattress, wardrobe, side tables and lamps plus a dressing table/desk. TV with built in DVD player also and views out into the rear garden.

Bathroom
Modern in style with a separate bath and walk in shower. Heated towel rail, toilet, storage and sink.

Garage
Dog crates and buggies are stored in here for guest use if you need them as well as wipe clean dog beds. There is a freezer for guest use – useful if you feed raw. Barbecue is in here too with a bucket of sand (hopefully you won’t need it!) The grooming kit is stored in here too for your use as well as many of the other items in our “For The Dogs” section above.

There is a range of items useful for any holiday such as cool box, picnic basket and blankets, fold up camp chairs and a couple of sun loungers.

Property manager

Sue Allen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

621305

About the neighborhood

Map
Trunch, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Mundesley Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bacton Beach - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cromer Beach - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Cromer Pier - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Blickling Hall - 15 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • North Walsham Station - 9 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeesmiths - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Orchard Gardens - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪White Swan - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chubby Panda - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Mundesley Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Norfolk Motorcycle Museum and Norfolk Coast. Bacton Beach and Sim-Air are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

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8/10

Swallowdale is the most dog friendly place we have ever stayed, everything our cocker spaniel could need was there. He had a wonderful, relaxing stay (being a reactive dog he finds relaxing difficult at times). The area was so quiet and peaceful, a real home from home. Us humans also enjoyed our stay with a very well equipped kitchen and 4 of the best nights sleep we have had in a long time! We can also highly recommend Bacton Woods (only 10 minutes away) for some lovely dog walks. We all had a great holiday and will be booking with East Ruston Cottages again as the level of dog friendliness can not be beaten.
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10/10

Swallowfield is very well equipped, and was warm with comfortable beds. The back garden is 100% dog proof, and sniffy. The area is very quiet, and central to lots of places to visit. A nice welcome pack for both humans and dog. Had a nice meal at the pub in the village.
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10/10

A clean and comfortable property with enclosed garden which suited our GSD. Loved the welcome pack.
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8/10

We had an enjoyable long weekend break with Darcy our golden retriever at Swallowdale. Impressed with the doggy goodie bag and human one! No need to rush out to the shops on arrival. Good location to get to Bacton and Mundsley beaches and not far from Cromer. Very comfy beds and sofa.
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10/10

This is our second stay at swallowdale and all I can say is it’s like HOME FROM HOME! The dogs knew as soon as we drove into the estate where we was. They made themselves at home. The dog flooring thru the house definitely helps when they are playing so they don’t slip! We forgot the dog bowls but Caroline always makes sure she has plenty in the garage. We are vegan and Caroline always makes sure we have a hamper catered to that. Which is so lovely as she always goes above n beyond. We will only ever stay with east Ruston, and only ever at swallowdale as we find Caroline has everything for the dogs. Prams, cages of different sizes, throws, bowls, dog flooring, games if ur bored (which I doubt u will be) Kitchen is always to a high standard. The arm chair is Devine it’s so comfy u wont want to get out! We have booked again for October and march next year! Thank u so much Caroline & east Ruston for an amazing stay
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10/10

Third visit just as good as previous times home from home. Lovely bungalow in lovely area would recommend
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10/10

Nice comfortable dog friendly accommodation my only criticism is the side gage needs replacing which you need to open to access the tap for the hose which you sometimes need to clear up after the dogs.
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10/10

Comfortable bungalow in a peaceful location. Suited our country dog who is not used to having neighbours ! Location provided easy access to beach in Mundersley, Tavern Tasty and North Walsham shopping. Generous welcome pack for us and our dog. We hope to stay here again.
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10/10

We had a lovely week here. Walks from the village are varied and found some beautiful places. Easy to get to both the North and East coasts - great walks at Blakeney/Cley, Bacton, Happisburgh, Mundesley and on the Paston Way. Bungalow a real home from home and has everything you could need - and a fantastic welcome goodies pack. Thoroughly recommended.
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10/10

Wonderfully equipped cottage. Comfy beds. Practical flooring for dogs. Brilliant WiFi. Amazing welcome pack both for humans and dogs. Everything you could need to go on holiday. Home from home. Marvellous little village setting and Have booked to return ! 10 out of 10 .
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10/10

Our fifth holiday booking through ERC. As usual, the property was spotlessly clean. Swallowdale had lots of dog beds, toys, bowls, throws etc so no need to worry if you'd left anything at home. The welcome pack for both humans and dogs was excellent. The location is great for reactive or nervous dogs as it's very peaceful. The fully enclosed garden ensures no worries about escapees. Quiet beaches and country walks are easily reached. Dogs and humans enjoyed a very comfortable stay. I would highly recommend this property and ERC as the customer service is excellent. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
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10/10

We arrived at Swallowdale on Friday. Opening the door for our spaniel to explore we were met with a generous welcome hamper and impeccably presented and clean home from home. Our spaniel loved the property, enjoyed running around on the flooring (she has a tendancy to slide around on normal wood flooring). Garden was perfect with patio for a dog loo when the grass was too soggy. She loved the secret pathway for sniffing. The location in Trunch was perfect for trips to Sheringham, Cromer and Norwich as well as local walks. Loved the place!
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10/10

The amazing welcome pack for us and our dog was the confirmation that this was a good decision to try self catering again. The enclosed garden and quiet location was another bonus. Our dog settled straight away and we had uninterrupted nights of sleep for all of us. The added provisions for all ages and sizes of dogs was a unique positive. The nearby beaches of Happisburgh and Cart Gap with the cliff top walks were really relaxing. Really a home from home and recommended with no hesitation.
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10/10

Welcome pack outstanding . The bungalow had everything for the dogs. Garden fully secure . Lovely peaceful village. Pleasant walks around the village for the dogs. Had everything we wonted above expectations. Customer service first class. Will definitely be booking through East Ruston Cottages again and more than likely returning back to Swollodale as home from home.
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10/10

Swallowdale is in a lovely quiet location, was absolutely spotless warm welcoming. Lovely walks and fantastic beaches which our guys loved. We are very grateful and much appreciated the welcome pack Thank you. The conservatory was also a lovely place to chill especially after an adventurous day out, again , the crew would go out and chill out as though it was theirs Lovely enclosed,very secure quiet garden which our guys loved pottering around in. We had added extras , which did come in very handy Well stocked garage for our furbabies should we need anything Two of our crew insisted the footstool was the best place to sleep A lovely stay had by all, and appreciated all the hard work which goes into making our breaks fabulous. Always a home from home feel All in all another wonderful stay through ERC,
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10/10

From booking to the end of our holiday the whole experience was made easy. Details about the property were exact and made available in good time prior to arrival. Swallowdale is a home from home. We have 4 dogs who can be anxious when in new surroundings but they settled very easily. The attention to detail in equipping the house is second to none and the large supply of dog equipment in the garage saved us so much packing and loading/unloading of the car. One of our dogs is disabled and struggles to walk so the flooring was excellent for his safety. The information and recommendations for the local area was very informative and helpful The furniture was all very comfortable especially the bed. The dog welcoming policy ensured no stress as our dogs like to be with us for cuddles
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10/10

We had a very enjoyable short break at Swallowdale. The accommodation was warm, clean and comfortable and the kitchen well equipped and doggie equipment/accessories extensive. A very generous welcome pack was also provided for us and the dog. With an anxious and sometimes reactive dog the information provided before our stay was extremely helpful and honest in terms of location, noise levels and the security of the garden. It provided the reassurance we needed. The location also provided a great base from which to explore Norfolk, both the coast and inland. We will definitely book again, either at this property or another.
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10/10

Arrived in bright sunshine to an immaculate property, so clean and tidy. Only (very minor) issue was our car and roof box wouldn't fit under the carport, not really a problem. The bungalow was opened and what a great welcome hamper for dogs and humans was found. Weather was soo warm on Saturday we lounged in the garden all day and recovered from the long journey. When we ventured out Sunday we stumbled across the Norfolk Greyhound Rescue collecting money, having two rescue greys ourselves we of course donated. Back to the property though, it offered all we expected and more for hounds and slaves alike. Well stocked garage offered all we needed and more. We know too pack a little lighter next year. Unfortunately, the weather took a turn for the worse on our last night, matching our moods and having to leave the next morning. Our sixth visit to Norfolk and the last three were with ERC, well the next trip here will also be with ERC, booked it on our fourth day. Fabulous property, would highly recommend.
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8/10

Nice property. Bit of a squeeze for four adults, plus 3 dogs that like to sit on laps or very close to you, but lots of dog friendly extras available, including the sofa steps which my aging little one appreciated. Very nice welcome pack and conservatory great for reading in. Easy travelling to Bacton, Happisburgh, Cromer areas. Local pub, The Crown definitely worth a visit. Couple of things that would be “nice to have” possibly some hooks on outside wall under car port as got caught in downpours and nowhere to obviously hang soggy coats, leads and harnesses without creating puddles on the floors. Also a stool or chair in the double bedroom would be useful when getting changed and the towels provided were lovely but we bought some bath sheets during our visit for some extra coverage. These are not criticisms, merely suggestions going forward.
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10/10

The single-storey accommodation is great for me. The totally secure back garden was perfect for our two English Setters. The bed was comfortable, the furniture was beautiful, solid oak and functional. The proximity to beaches and small towns was ideal and the bungalow was in a quiet, residential area. The thought which had gone into providing everything dog owners might need for their pets had really impressed me in the extensive guidance notes. We had travelled from Derbyshire and arrived about 6 pm in darkness and light rain, in mid-November. There are no street lights so it took a while to find the right bungalow with our small torch. Unfortunately, we could find none of the amazing dog equipment because we couldn’t find the garage door key until the next morning. Luckily, I had brought some stuff of our own so we managed but it was frustrating at the time. A simple card in the kitchen to tell guests where the garage door key is located which would have made all the difference. Everything was spotlessly clean. The appliances worked really well and went beyond expectations, with the exception of the toaster which really only warmed the bread. The calcium deposits on the kettle are a bit unsightly. We didn’t actually use the television but wifi was very good in the living room. The dogs loved the garden. The welcome pack was particularly generous and greatly appreciated. Thank you for making us welcome. It was our first visit to this part of Norfolk and we loved it. Alex from Derbyshire
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10/10

We have been holidaying in numerous cottages over several years,-ever since we have had dogs and one is 13 so have a lot of experiance of self catering. Swallowdale has definately been one of the best cottages as it is so very clean, well fitted out and arranged. The provisions were superb and extremely welcoming. Trunch is a lovely village of friendly people many of whom seemed to have dogs . The pub was close by and sold newspapers too as there is no local shop. The only reason which would stop us booking again is that there is nowhere within walking distance (that we were advised of by locals) where the dogs could be taken to run off lead. It was unfortunate for us that the weather prevented us making use of the sun loungers and garden chairs which very few places provide- would be a great bonus as the garden is lovely. The conservatory is however lovely to sit and relax in. We could thoroughly recommend this cottage if you want to stay in the area and explore the surroundings
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10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Swallowdale - clean, comfortable, welcoming and in a great location. Great attention to detail with lots of extras that just made the holiday. When we are away with the dogs, their needs come first and that really was the case at Swallowdale. The name tags were particularly good, and cute! All the canine equipment available was really useful to know it was there. The garden is really secure, even for our large breed, and we loved that they could mooch safely without being supervised every minute. The flooring was fabulous and took a lot of worry away knowing they couldn't slip. We made use of the circular walk maps that were in the information pack and enjoyed the walks we could do directly from Swallowdale. The local pub really is dog friendly and made us feel really welcome. For us the property was spotlessly clean, the kitchen had everything you would need; I liked that there were cleaning products and equipment so it made cleaning up easier. The whole place was comfortable and relaxing- such a quiet but central location. We loved the selection of books, especially the Arthur Ransome stories, and enjoyed some competitive board games!! Finally, the welcome pack was fabulous for us and the dogs! Thank you for a wonderful break.
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10/10

After staying at other dog friendly holiday homes with 'enclosed gardens'. it turned out that the gardens were NOT escape proof, leading to our dog having to be onlead for the whole of his holiday, which was very stressful for the rest of us. Not only that he has a floor phobia and we always had to take rugs for him to walk on. Not so with this Holiday home! The garden has a 6ft + fence all around it, there is no way out so we could just let our dogs go in and out even at night and the floor is especially designed to be slip proof for dogs too! When we arrived the place was spotless and when we opened the fridge it had a full breakfast of local sausages and bacon , eggs, ham, milk, butter and a chilled bottle of Cava! On the counter was a fresh loaf and other treats. What a welcome! The facilities were great, a TV in every room and comfortable beds. The bathroom has a bath AND a shower cubicle. In the garage there is everything you need for your dogs too. In sheds there is garden furniture. The conservatory is a lovely place to sit with a drink and a book looking out onto the garden with it's little 'secret garden' feature. The whole area is quiet and peaceful. We visited Happisburgh Beach where our dog could run at top speed without him going missing, he is a Sighthound and these dogs just take off and run into the distance, but this beach was just perfect for him we could see him and there was nowhere for him to go with steep cliffs which made it enclosed and safe for him. We only went for 4 nights but it was just what we all needed. We will return, knowing that this is the perfect place to take your dogs and a perfect place to unwind.
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10/10

23/11-26/11/23 swallowdale! WOW! Having stayed at many ERC locations since 2019. What can i say! Our first stay here and what a lovely place! Lights were in when we arrived! The welcome pack for me was amazing and totally unexpected!! The garage is like an aladin’s cave with as many spare dog beds/dishes/throws/towels/drier!!/cages/buggies as you can imagine!! Luckily we carry a mudaddy with us so didn’t need to use the one there! But mu goodness! The best night sleep I've had in months! We had a minor hiccup of a puncture yesterday but didn’t stop us exploring. Went for some lovely walks in some new places and visited old favourites. And had to stop off at watsons cafe hehe! One of my aging dogs hates slippery floors! I was emailed prior to our stay by sue and caroline the cottages owner. To let me know that the flooring at the cottage had been especially chosen for older dogs. It sounded too good to be true but my boy walked on it perfectly after an initial scare as he always does. But he was walking about on it without a care in the world! Which for me is an amazing thing as I always have to bring spare anti slip rugs/matts/vet beds etc and we never have enough! This made my life and his soo much better and easier! We were also offered a later check out time. I can honestly say WOW! One of my favourites bar farthing & edelweiss!! ☺️ (i hope the neighbours weren’t to annoyed at their barking! Only thing i wished id ask how to use was the electric fire. We will be back xx
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10/10

Brilliant stay at Swallowdale, inside the property was immaculate & clean. Outside was secure for the bigger dogs, but I did report a couple of issues to the owner as our mini dachshunds could have escaped but still no acknowledgment of my email a week after our break! It catered for everything you’d possibly need for both the dogs & guests alike, & the welcome package was both generous & delicious. Great location, quiet location with easy access to both the beach & the Broads. I was hoping to book again for next year but as the price of Swallowdale has doubled, I am unable to afford a return visit. Which is such a shame as we all enjoyed our stay.