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Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages

Apartment in North Walsham with kitchen and fireplace

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Step into this charming home, where a well-equipped kitchen and open-plan living room with dining area set the tone for a relaxing retreat. Unwind in the conservatory or by the gas stove on winter evenings, and enjoy modern comforts like flat-screen TVs in both bedrooms.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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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Policies

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
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Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

621305

About the area

Located in North Walsham, this apartment is in a rural area. Norfolk Broads and Norfolk Coast reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sim-Air and Amazona Zoo. Little Gems and East Ruston Old Vicarage are also worth visiting. Visit our North Walsham travel guide
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Trunch, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Great place for walking, birdwatching and photography.
    Norfolk Coast
    6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Norfolk Broads black and white windmill landscape
    Norfolk Broads
    14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Mundesley Beach
    7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Norfolk Motorcycle Museum
    7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bacton Beach
    8 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • North Walsham Station
    10 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • coffeesmiths
    6 min drive
  • The Orchard Gardens
    5 min drive
  • Black Swan
    6 min drive
  • The Peasants’ Tavern
    5 min drive
  • The White Swan
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Mundesley Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Norfolk Motorcycle Museum and Norfolk Coast. Bacton Beach and Sim-Air are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Swallowdale | East Ruston Cottages Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Lovely stay at Swallowdale

We had a lovely stay at Swallowdale. Great location for walks. All things dog catered for and lovely local pub. Friendly with great food
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10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

A fabulous week in Swallowdale

We had a fabulous week at Swallowdale. It is the most dog equipped and friendly property I’ve ever stayed in. Catered perfectly for one old and one young dog, the enclosed garden is ideal. The welcome pack was fantastic full of lovely produce. We all had a fantastic time on the beaches at Bacton, Happisburgh, Mundesley and Cart Gap. Lots of lovely dog friendly cafes and pubs around, the local in Trunch is very welcoming and nice food. We loved Watson’s at Bacton after a beach walk for coffee and cake. Trip to see the seals at Horsey was great followed by tea at Poppylands. Also had a lovely afternoon in Holt and another in Cromer. All in all just perfect. We hope to be back soon
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Lovely quiet area

Trunch is a very quiet peaceful village which suited us fine. Swallowdale was an exceptionally good property, probably the best equipped we had ever rented. The welcome pack was extremely generous and our dog loved the goodies left for him. There was nothing we could fault with this property and we hope to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Relaxing stay at a great location

The bungalow was very well equipped and very dog friendly. The welcome basket was very much appreciated. We ate at the village pub a couple of times and found the food was tasty and very reasonably priced. The pub is dog friendly!
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect for pooches

Great clean and spacious accommodation in a nice area. Everything we needed was supplied and plenty of spares too. The humans welcome package was much appreciated, as was the doggy one. Nice sized garden for our two to play in and plenty of walks around the area to wear them out. Short drive away there are plenty of beaches, lots of sand and water for the dogs to run off their dinner and treats. We all had a great time on a much needed break, was great to find somewhere so accommodating for our furry family.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Trunch holiday

Despite the weather we had an enjoyable time at Swallowdale. Welcome pack exceptional - very generous thank you and Rio says thank you for his treats. Having a secure garden for Rio, our Border Terrier, was great, we could let him out without worry. As we are both getting on in years and mobility is a bit of an issue we need accommodation on one level so Swallowdale was ideal.
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10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed our stay

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

Great location Comfortable dog welcoming

Very dog and human welcoming property .Secure garden and very well equipped .Quiet neighbourhood and good walks close by .Would love to return at some stage and happy to recommend to others
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8/10 Good

A quiet, peaceful dog friendly cottage.

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 Excellent

Sarah T.

A little gem

Fantastic bungalow in a great location. Most dog-friendly accommodation we have stayed in, doggy's own welcome pack a lovely touch! Highly recommended and will definitely return!
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10/10 Excellent

Superb

Not a word I use much but it is certainly very apt here. Arrived late after the journey from hell but the welcome packs for humans and dogs were a welcome surprise. Spent the weekend chilling in the conservatory and garden waiting for the crowds to subside. Spent the week discovering North Norfolk. Lovely place, worthy of top score all round.
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff L.

Winter Break

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 Excellent

Dawn W.

Fabulous holiday bungalow

Very lovely holiday home. Modern and everything is well stocked, particularly for dogs. It is a home from home with a lovely plentiful welcome food package provided by the owner . You can even watch Netflix! Garden is of a good size . Lots of toys and bowls crate or dog buggies available to use. Great location to beaches Bacton and Seapalling to name a couple . Short drive to Cromer Sheringham and Bacton woods . Local pub for meals or just a drink. Lovely village location with lots of walks . Our 2nd visit to this property. A wonderful flower bouquet was also left for our Anniversary.
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8/10 Good

Catherine B.

Enjoyable mini break

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 Excellent

Michelle J.

Happy stay

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 Excellent

A great place to stay

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 Excellent

Swallowdale

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 Excellent

Another marvelous holiday with East Ruston cottages

Lovely clean modern bungalow with everything you need for a great holiday. No need to fill the car with your doggies beds, bowls etc it's all provided as is a very generous welcome pack for the humans. Enclosed private garden is great for relaxing. Ideal village location as a base for trips around Norfolk. This was our second holiday with East Ruston cottages and it certainly won't be our last.
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Brilliant!

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 Excellent

Quiet escape

We wanted to escape the carnival crowds in Cromer, where we live,for some chill out time. We travelled just a few miles inland, but the difference was amazing. I think we saw about 6 people over three days. The bungalow is in a quiet residential area with good access to country walks. We spent most of our time in the conservatory. Being local we didn't do any touristy things, but can recommend the bungalow for a chill out time. Good welcome pack.
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay but can’t afford to book again

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfectly located hidden gem in Trunch

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 Excellent

Beautiful bungalow in Trench North Norfolk

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 Excellent

Swallowdale

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 Excellent

Swallowdale, excellent, clean bungalow .Perfect for us and more importantly our furbabies

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,