Norfolk Broads Comfy Cottage. 500 yds River. Suffolk Broadland Village/Beach
About
The Old Post Office is on the Angles Way, situated in the small country village of Geldeston, a very picturesque part of the Waveney River Valley on the Suffolk/Norfolk borders, the area is designated a national park known as “The Norfolk Broads”. An area of protected wetland, heaving with an abundance of flora, forna & wildlife, with this section of the Waveney River being famous for kingfishers, these being counted as local residents, just listen out for their high pitched call from the riverbank. The extremely good water quality has also lead to an abundant variety of fish, roach, perch, bream and rather LARGE pike. The river & footpath to explore miles of the Broads is approx. 500mtrs from The Old Post Office. Turn left at the footpath sign just inside the boatyard entrance. There is no limit to how far you can walk alongside the river. Beccles market town is approx. 70 minutes walk. The green banked Village staithe, just after the disused railway bridge, also on this footpath, is an ideal spot to fish for the day. We believe the river Waveney between Geldeston & Beccles, is one of the prettiest stretches of waterway on the Broads and it's so peaceful (the low bridge at Beccles restricts larger boats entering this section of the river). Whether you are walking, canoeing, boating or cycling, just enjoy the calm waters & the stunning views. "BE HAPPY" BEACH HUT" Included with every 7 day booking is use of a family beach hut on Pakefield Beach, from Monday to Thursday. Hire for further days available. "Be Happy" is fully equipped with everything needed for a fun day on the beach for all the family. Make a cuppa, take a picnic or eat at the 3 local hostelries or fish and chip shop. Free local parking. The Old Post Office is detached, spacious and we have tried to keep the homely family feel & have gone over and above to ensure everything you should need is provided. Towels, linen, heating & electricity are all included. There will be a welcome basket awaiting your arrival. The lounge is a good size & feels very cosy, offering a comfy 4 seater sofa, 2 seater sofa and single chair, TV & free Wifi and a wood burner, especially relaxing on cold winter evenings (fire guard provided). A starter box of logs & kindling is included. Additional logs and kindling are available to purchase at cost, honesty box. The kitchen offers everything you would expect at home, with ample equipment for 6 + including dishwasher (& tabs) washing machine, double oven, microwave, ample crockery & glasses, etc. etc., and a 6 seater family table. A high chair is also available. The small annex, attached to the kitchen, houses plenty of picnic ware, cool box.. There are some extra folding chairs in the outside store, you are welcome to use those for fishing or take them on the beach. The dining/family room has a large family table, 6 – 8 places, ideal for a family gathering/social/playing games/meals. There are plenty of family games, puzzles, books, CD's & DVD's. Two sofas for chilling or perhaps listening to music on the CD/Radio/iPod docking station. Plus there is a DVD linked TV. So the kids can watch DVD's in this room & you can watch Mastermind in the lounge !!! We have tried to reflect the Norfolk Broads area in the cottage and also combine the cottage's heritage as a former village shop & post office. There is a small children's room set up as a shop & toy post office, this room has been a particular success with our younger visitors & parents alike (when the children are happy etc.,) The children love the scales/till/pretend money/shopping trolley, swiping their Club Card !! Postman Pat features heavily in this room, along with DVD's books & games (other non-delivery person related toys are available!!) Alternatively this room has amply storage for coats. There is also a small children's Cafe set up in the courtyard. Spacious upstairs: The main bedroom has an original Victorian bed, ample wardrobe & draw space, the second bedroom has 2 twin beds & en-suite shower room, the third bedroom has a set of large 3ft wide bunk beds, comfy for both children and adults. All have good quality beds & fresh clean linen & towels. Both upstairs showers are electric and the main bathroom has a full size bath, with constant hot water during your stay. In addition upstairs, if required for the younger visitor, there is a portable Disney travel cot (No linen provided), baby bath, non-slip bathmats, stair gates & plenty of toys. Outside A pretty, private, secure, well established evergreen courtyard, family dining table & 6 + chairs, undercover gas BBQ & tools, candles/fairy lights/security lighting, lockable covered brick area/ "Cosy corner" (also ideal for 2 adult bikes), a few outdoor games housed here. Extra bike storage is available on request. An undercover seating