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Gaffers Cottage - sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms

Family-friendly cottage in Norwich

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Children's area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool
Smart TV, books
Property grounds
Gaffers cottage offers a warm welcome with exposed beams and brickwork. Unwind in the sunny patio, explore the large garden with BBQ, lawns, courtyard and play areas or relax in the living room that opens onto it.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Gaffers Cottage - sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms

Gaffers cottage has been upgraded over the years and still retains many of the original features, character and charm with exposed beams, brickwork and wall ties.

There is a well-equipped kitchen with a range cooker and a breakfast area that opens into a generous dining room. The living room opens onto a sunny patio. Our large garden is bounded and divided by old walls and railings into three distinct areas with BBQ, lawns, courtyard and play areas. This property is ideal for a large family or group of friends to enjoy time away to relax and unwind or enjoy a special occasion.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

373188

About the neighborhood

Map
Norwich, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norwich Cathedral - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Market Place - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • University of East Anglia - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Norwich Castle - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Carrow Road Stadium - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Salhouse Station - 17 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St Faiths Centre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oaks Brewers Fayre - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-out at Gaffers Cottage - sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gaffers Cottage - sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Norwich cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of City of Norwich Aviation Museum, Catton Park, and Norfolk Broads. Sweetbriar Marshes and Magdalen Street are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Gaffers Cottage - sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Lovely place great for children
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gaffers cottage

Absolutely loved our stay, Sheelah and Jack were perfect hosts. The cottage was lovely and we all slept very well. The facilities were spot on and as described and the swimming pool was a lovely bonus with the weather. Thank you Sheelah and Jack for making my 60th birthday one to remember and treasure. Regards the Stevens family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brilliant

We loved our stay, Gaffers is perfect for young families! Cleanliness, facilities and comfort were all excellent. Can't fault it and would stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect

Nothing but wonderful things to say, hosts fantastic, accommodation wonderful, grounds fantastic. Everything you need is at hand. Thanks for another great stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne W.

Another great stay

Beautiful cottage with everything you could possibly need. Lovely countryside setting whilst still being very close to Norwich. Friendly and helpful owners who answer every communication promptly. This is our 3rd year at Gaffers and we will be back next year.
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10/10 Excellent

An English slice of France!

Fantastic family reunion in Gaffers cottage. Something for everyone and such a relaxing place to be. The play barn is great for the kids and there is a modern play park with swings too! We loved the pool too! We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Wedding Accommodation

I had my wedding here in the last week of June and it couldn't have been more perfect. We hired out all of the cottages and every single one was spotless, comfortable, and charming. They all come fully equipt with easy access to information if you need it. The staff are so kind and welcoming too. 10/10 stay, 10/10 wedding location.
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10/10 Excellent

Darrell S.

Excellent

The accommodation was very clean and although generally comfortable although the beds could do with being a bit larger, especially the family room doubles…Jack and Sheila were fantastic hosts, catering for all our needs and requests. The whole site, with the games room barn was great. We used the barn for line dancing which was ideal.
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

A wonderful wedding week

Jack, Sheelah and the whole team at Spixworth Cottages were so helpful throughout our entire stay. We feel so lucky to have found the perfect venue for our wedding and to have had all our friends and family stay on site with us. The cottages were perfectly equipped and really comfortable, and the extra facilities like the games room and swimming pool were perfect in the heat! Thank you all so much. Cath and Tim
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely family time

I’ve booked two cottages gaffers and the granary. This was for my sons wedding where all the family could stay. Is there any wool gaffers is the 16th century building which has been converted into a large cottage. It was the ideal place for us all to stay. We felt very at home and comfortable. Sheila and Jack could not have been more helpful and kinder. Definitely recommend to a large family or group. The swimming pool (please don’t change it) was brilliant like going back in time and the fact that you can book slots was great. Thank you so much
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10/10 Excellent

A wonderful place to stay

The setting is marvellous, the facilities first rate, conversion of old buildings retaining their character, and high standards of comfort in the accommodation. I just wish we could have stayed longer.

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gaffers,we had 3 birthdays in the family and celebrated in this beautiful setting. There was everything we could possibly need with comfy beds for everyone. We loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Perfect Stay at Gaffers Cottage

Our family had the most wonderful week staying at Spixworth Hall Cottages over Easter. Gaffers Cottage comfortably accommodated 9 adults and 5 young children and the hosts are so attentive and lovely. The good weather meant we made the most of the grounds, the on-site play park, playbarn, fishing lake and swimming pool, and even managed some adult only time in the games room on some of the evenings. It is our second visit and holds a special place in our hearts. We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Arnold C.

Excellent relaxing stay

Excellent relaxing stay with no pressure to leave on the Sunday. Great fo children with the facilities provided
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10/10 Excellent

Gaffers

Brilliant, hosts and booking was fantastic ,very clean , couldn’t ask for a better stay location was perfect for my stay ,
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10/10 Excellent

Group booking

We booked 4 cottages, all were clean and had everything we needed. We used the gashes room which was brilliant for the group being able to spend time together. Hosts were really accommodating and we all had a great time.
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10/10 Excellent

Home from home

A wonderful beautiful cottage. Rented 4 cottages for all 26 family members for my partners 50th. Something for all ages to do on site and staff were very helpful with all of our needs. Would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Excellent cottage with all needs catered for. Everything as described - couldn't have wished for more for a family ages 12-77 years old.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

A Fabulous Stay at Gaffers Cottage

Our family of 10 adults & 5 small children had a fantastic stay at Gaffers Cottage over the Easter break. The place was clean & well-equipped with a brand new kitchen including a great range oven that was ideal for our large family meals. The children absolutely loved the play barn and we spent a lot of time in there as well as doing some lovely walks in the surrounding fields and wooded areas. It’s an ideal location close to Norwich & great for exploring the Norfolk Broads. We loved it so much we are returning next Easter. Thanks to the Spixworth Hall Cottages team for your hospitality & a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon G.

Birthday weekend at spixworth

Me and my family stayed at Gaffers to celebrate our mums birthday and we loved it. We’ve stayed at Spixworth cottages a few times before and we always love coming back. The games room is great for the kids, there’s amazing walks to take our dogs on and the house itself is just great and has everything you need. There is always someone on hand to help too if there is ever anything you need. We love it here and we’ll definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Our family from South Africa,Spain and Cambridge thoroughly enjoyed our stay - perfect in every way

Gaffers a super place for our family from far and wide. We would love to come again - with many thanks Marj
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10/10 Excellent

Gaffers Cottage

We all very much enjoyed our stay at Gaffers Cottage. Location is great both logistically and within the grounds of Spixworth Hall. The staff and service were very friendly and always helpful. The swimming pool was great! For an outdoor pool, it was always a very good temperature & very well maintained. Our brother-in-law also hugely enjoyed the private fishing lake. Our (very minor) areas of improvement would be some of the plants/trees within the garden could do with cutting back, particularly by the back gate. The garden furniture could perhaps be updated at some point as some family members struggled a bit with the chairs. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience & we would definitely return in the near future.
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey N.

December visit

Lovely accommodation in an amazing location Games barn is great Staff are very welcoming and helpful
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10/10 Excellent

Christine J., English

Weekend stay

Everything was clean and tidy and arranged to our request. Welcome pack was appreciated and information re the area useful.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent place for family gathering and celebration

We spent the weekend in Gaffers Cottage celebrating a special birthday. We loved the cottage and the grounds, something for everyone with the games barn, outdoor play area and walks around the estate.