Experience the charm of a restored conversion on the Suffolk/Norfolk border at this lovely detached property. Discover exposed beams, underfloor heating, and a cozy woodburner in the living room or enjoy al fresco dining in your small lawned garden with barbecue and furniture. With private parking for one car and free WiFi throughout, it’s perfect for exploring Norfolk Broads or Suffolk Heritage Coast.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston
Exposed beams adorn this charming conversion located in a conservation area on the Suffolk/Norfolk border.. Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DVDs, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas underfloor central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Small, enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.. Lovingly restored to a very good standard, this charming detached property is the ideal holiday retreat. Converted to provide all modern facilities whilst maintaining exposed beams, a warm welcome is assured all year round. Situated in a conservation area in the Waveney Valley on the Suffolk/Norfolk border, it makes an ideal touring base with easy access to the Norfolk Broads and the Suffolk Heritage Coast. The market towns of Diss and Bury St Edmunds, and the city of Norwich are all within easy driving distance. Shop and restaurant 4 miles, pub 200 yards.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low banisters at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
CD player
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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
About the area
Diss is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Broads and Dickleburgh Moor, while The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum and The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum are cultural highlights. Memorial Leisure Centre and Oasis Camel Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Diss travel guide
Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston located?
Situated in Diss, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of J's Meadow, Kingfisher Pit and No. 1 Pit. Middle Pit and Club Pit are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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1 bedroom accommodation in Brockdish, near Harleston Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had the best time staying at the Old Bike Shop, we couldn't recommend it highly enough.
We had the best time staying at the Old Bike Shop, we couldn't recommend it highly enough. It was incredibly cosy and warm, well equipped with everything we needed for an incredible stay. It was really easy to locate, and a comfortable drive. The owners were lovely, Erica stopped by to say hello and knowing they were down the road if we needed anything was a lovely and warm touch. I have a small dog, and the biggest issue I have is finding somewhere that's fully enclosed for her safety. The garden was incredibly secure and perfect for her to explore and remain safe. The Old Bike Shop is a truly beautiful little stay, we loved it and would love to come back.
Jeta Sejko
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark Hadwin
4 Nov 2025
A carracterfull cosy place to stay,with a great pub nearby serving good food.
A carracterfull cosy place to stay,with a great pub nearby serving good food. The old bike shop is ideally located to explore the Norfolk countryside and coastline
A lovely place in a good location for exploring the area.
deborah c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Dani
15 Sept 2020
We enjoyed our weeks stay at the Old Bike Shop.
We enjoyed our weeks stay at the Old Bike Shop. Communication prior to arrival was smooth including key collection. The main criticism to note however is that the cottage advertisement does not indicate that the owners live directly next door and you share the drive with them. For this reason having blinds up in the kitchen area would have been welcomed for additional privacy. Cottage itself was lovely and warm with underfloor heating and the wood burner also worked a treat. The local Pub is only doing take away at the moment owing to covid19. We had take away pizza which was lovely. We walked from Brockdish to Harleston along the Angles Way. There is a pub in needham which appears to be the closest one that is open.
Lots of walking tracks which we loved because of bringing our dog. Location perfect for visiting Norfolk and Suffolk. There is a big coop in Harleston otherwise main supermarkets are in Diss which isn’t too far.
It was a nice relaxing break and just what we needed.
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Dani
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judith
30 Aug 2020
Loved the cottage it was in a perfect spot to explore the surrounding areas.
Loved the cottage it was in a perfect spot to explore the surrounding areas.
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Judith
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynda
29 July 2020
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We have been to the old bike shop for a chilled Christmas break , we loved the cosy atmosphere the under floor heating was really good, went to harleston which we loved and had takeaway from the pub which was only a couple of doors down twice while there , walked the dog around the village people were really friendly hopefully we will go back in the summer
But it really suited all our needs
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Lynda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dawn
26 July 2020
Just returned from a lovely break in Brockdish at the bike shop.
Just returned from a lovely break in Brockdish at the bike shop. It was brilliant size for just two of us and the dog and we thoroughly enjoyed the cosy lounge with wood burner. Visitors should be aware you are very much overlooked by owners family as properties adjacent close to bike shop and there is a full length, full wall window/door in the kitchen so not much privacy there. The owners have put some tall wooden planters up in front which means you’re little sheltered upto four foot from ground. It was not a big issue for us but people should be aware. There needs to be little more crockery and cutlery to utilise the dishwasher. Take your own towels and hairdryer. Sadly it felt as though we lost a day of our holiday due to cleaning requirements /covid related so check in not until 5pm and checkout 9am!
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Dawn
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matt
13 July 2020
We had a lovely time staying at The Old Bike Shop, it's a very cosy cottage and full of character, t
We had a lovely time staying at The Old Bike Shop, it's a very cosy cottage and full of character, the perfect place for a getaway. We took our bikes and cycled most days - you can easily reach Framlingham and a host of other nice towns and gardens. Erica is a friendly host and we were made to feel very welcome, we even left something behind but she organised posting it back to us.
Recommend using The Old Kings Head - very close by. It was doing take away food when we were there (because of Covid-19) and the food is really first class. We got food on 2 nights, trying the pizzas and the pasta.
Recommend using Harleston for the supermarket shop, their Co-op is great and it's a nicer town than Diss, with some interesting shops to explore.
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Matt
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark
5 July 2020
Charming quirky cottage set in a nice old village.
Charming quirky cottage set in a nice old village. Loved the history of the building and very comfortable for two. Local pub serves excellent food, albeit currently in takeaway form. Owners live nearby and are very nice and amenable. We would happily rent this property again.
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Mark
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mr David
20 Oct 2019
\ideal accommodation for us a character property with extra benefit of off road parking small garden
\ideal accommodation for us a character property with extra benefit of off road parking small garden and wood burner. Well equipped had everything we needed Only small observation could do with either door number or property name displayed outside as arrived in dark.
Mr David
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joan
17 Oct 2019
We had a lovely weekend at the cottage, it was cosy, lovely all round, would recommend to anyone.
We had a lovely weekend at the cottage, it was cosy, lovely all round, would recommend to anyone. Totally chilled out and relaxed.
Joan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Philomena
13 Sept 2019
L
Lovely cosy cottage in a lovely location !!!
Philomena
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
P
16 June 2019
A wonderful little cottage.
A wonderful little cottage.
P
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen
11 Jan 2019
A lovely quaint cottage with character.
A lovely quaint cottage with character. Equipped with everything you may need for a self catering holiday.
Karen
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Peter
4 Dec 2018
A comfy and nicely appointed cottage.
A comfy and nicely appointed cottage. The bed was relaxing, the bathroom has a powerful shower. All the fittings worked. Overall, we have no complaints or niggles.