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The Walnut | East Ruston Cottages

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Smart TV, offices
Shower, hair dryer
Nestled in a peaceful setting, The Walnut offers the perfect retreat. Relax in the courtyard with seating for nine and enjoy al-fresco dining or unwind in the five-seater hot tub with uninterrupted views across the fields. Inside, there's a well-equipped open-plan kitchen diner and lounge area complete with two comfy sofas and wide bi-fold doors to let natural light pour in.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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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.

The Walnut | East Ruston Cottages

ALL ABOUT THE INSIDE:
Entry through the handsome front porch with plenty of room for boots and coats and into the..

Open plan kitchen diner
Karndean flooring throughout this very well fitted and stylish kitchen with a small electric Aga, combination microwave, dishwasher, Tassimo coffee machine, toaster, kettle, small fridge freezer etc. Well laid out with room for 2 people to cook together easily. Plenty of crockery and cooking equipment. All you need for self catering. Lovely wood table and chairs to seat 4. All living and bedroom areas have LVT non-slip flooring.

Lounge
All part of the open plan area, making the most of the space and light and access to the kitchen and dining area. There are two comfy sofas, plus a flat screen QLED Smart TV*, a choice of family games and wide bi-fold doors opening out onto the courtyard so you can let the dogs out safely. (see ‘All about the outside’ below)

*The Smart QLED TV comes with some apps already installed i.e. film and TV streaming services such as Netflix, BBC iPlayer, YouTube and social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. You can also view content from your laptop, mobile or tablet on the TV screen.

Through a door by the kitchen into the hallway and at one end of this is…

Kingsize bedroom
Very comfortable new king size bed with wardrobe, chest of drawers, hair dryer and flat screen Smart TV. Views across the fields.

En-suite shower room
Modern spacious shower room, with toilet, sink, shaver point and storage.

Kingsize/twin bedroom
Comfortable new kingsize bed that can be split into twin beds for flexible sleeping arrangements. Clothes storage in two chest of drawers. Views across the fields to wake up to in the morning.

Bathroom
Modern tiled bathroom with over bath shower, sink and unit, shaver point and toilet.

ALL ABOUT THE OUTSIDE:
Courtyard
Enclosed with a 6ft wall to separate the area from the rest of the site and then 3.5ft fencing/wall all round to allow uninterrupted views across the fields. Tucked privately into the corner is the five-seater HOT TUB, very well maintained with the resident rubber duck bobbing about! The views from the hot tub are uninterrupted and across the fields where buzzards, hares, deer and owls can be seen and heard. Imagine watching the sunrise and moonlit nights all year round. There is enough seating for nine at the outside coffee table which converts into a dining table for al-fresco eating. There is a parasol in the courtyard and paddock.

Paddock
The paddock fencing is slightly higher than the courtyard, but not solid. There is no passing dog/people traffic. Guests have sole use of the paddock when staying at The Walnut.

Parking
There is dedicated parking for two large cars, possibly more by arrangement, in the gravelled, shared area outside the barn. Please park to the left hand side of the barn as you look at it then there should be plenty of room.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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-in

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

548296

About the area

Located in Norwich, this apartment is in a rural area. Stalham Firehouse Museum and The Museum of the Broads are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Happisburgh Lighthouse and How Hill Trust. East Ruston Old Vicarage and Sim-Air are also worth visiting.
Map
Happisburgh, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • East Ruston Old Vicarage - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Happisburgh Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bacton Beach - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Hickling Broad - 8 min drive - 11.0 km
  • BeWILDerwood - 14 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Worstead Station - 17 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Swan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Broadlands Fish And Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪coffeesmiths - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Harnser - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Walnut | East Ruston Cottages pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Where is The Walnut | East Ruston Cottages located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from East Ruston Old Vicarage and within 3 miles (5 km) of Happisburgh Lighthouse and Stalham Firehouse Museum. The Museum of the Broads and Norfolk Broads are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Walnut | East Ruston Cottages Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James W.

Peaceful cottage

Excellent cottage, lovely and peaceful with great views, beautiful cottage equipped to a very high standard.
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10/10 Excellent

Walnut

We couldn’t have wished for anything more Paul and Stella went above with helping us and the holiday was relaxing can’t wait to go back.
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10/10 Excellent

A great week at The Walnut

A lovely week in this gorgeous dog friendly home. Beautifully designed and spacious, friendly hosts, great paddock for the dog to run around in, in between trips to the beach and the woods. Location of fab, great access to all of the north Norfolk beaches, cafes and towns with great facilities. Addition of the hot tub was a real treat! Will stay again, either at the Walnut or Peanut or Bumblebee who are in the same location.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Break

Had a great holiday at the very welcoming peaceful Walnut. Booked again before leaving ! Fabulous location, welcoming owners , loved the hottub , the paddock, well designed in every way for comfort and privacy
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10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

A Wonderful Stay

What a wonderful hideaway from the world! From the moment we walked in, we felt at home. The Walnut is immaculate, fresh and so welcoming. It had everything we needed for a peaceful, relaxing stay. Our pups loved the paddock and time on the beach. Dog toys, treats, towels and the outdoor dog wash were wonderful! We all came away feeling relaxed and refreshed. A great getaway with the pups!
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous!

Fabulous cottage, warm welcome from the owners, crates and beds for the dogs. Basket of lovely treats, amazing view from the hot tub. Quiet location, saw seals from the local beach and hares on our walk to the dog friendly pub. Would love to go back.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage and hosts!

A lovely cottage that is beautifully appointed in a wonderfully peaceful location. Paul and Stella are friendly, helpful, but not intrusive. We were blessed with marvellous weather and had a very relaxing break!
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10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Perfect for a dog staycation

The Walnut is a little gem. Everything is provided for both humans and dogs. It’s warm, comfortable and well equipped. The location is perfect for country and beach walks and we did both every day - a great way to wear our 9 month old puppy out!
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10/10 Excellent

The walnut, Happisburgh.

We had a wonderful week. Helped by fabulous weather most days. Cart Gap beach is nothing short of amazing and our Oscar loved it (as did we). The hosts, Paul and Stella are lovely and really helpful. We’re grateful to them for making everything so easy and welcoming. The arrival hamper had some lovely treats for all of us too - thank you. The hot tub is a brilliant addition to the property, we’d never used one before but it was a real novelty and we enjoyed it. The dog facilities are brilliant too and the paddock superb for having fun and games in in a safe environment. Overall, a lovely stay and we didn’t want to leave.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous 2nd stay

Dogs and I loved it so much the first time, we decided to return with the husband, My collie obviously remembered it as he went straight to the basket where the dog toys are kept and demand barked for it to be opened! Fabulous beach walk in the morning, walk to a dog friendly pub for lunch followed by afternoon in hot tub over looking the fields.
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10/10 Excellent

The Walnut

This is an Amazing dog friendly property. Decorated to a high standard and very comfortable. Lovely paddock for the dogs to have a run and play in. The Hot Tub was brilliant we used it every day. Lots of different Beaches close by, shops and food take aways a short drive away. We had our 4 dogs it was perfect for them, would highly recommend this property.
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10/10 Excellent

Best Holiday

Everything was perfect, everything is to a very high standard, spotlessly clean, everything was provided, beautiful hamper, lovely surprise anniversary gift. Loved cooking with the AGA . Sharing the paddock with the other guests was good and wasn’t a problem. The hot tub was a bonus and we used it a lot, so peaceful looking at the views. We can’t wait to go back. The owners made you feel so welcome .
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect place for a retreat with your dogs.

We absolutely loved our stay at the cosy Walnut cottage. Stella and Paul had thought of everything make you feel so welcome, like the generous welcome hamper and toweling robes. We especially enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub and gazing at the beautiful views. Buster and Tom loved their runs around the paddock which is totally safe for them. If the dogs could they’d definitely be booking again soon and we’d love to return too. I would book again and recommend to friends.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful week at The Walnut

Everything was perfect and well thought out. Paul and Stella had provided everything needed for our dogs stay, bowls, towels, throws, bed toys and best of all biscuits ! For us a comfy lounge, well equipped kitchen, lovely shower, and the best bed ! We loved the hot tub especially after our walks of which there are many. We loved the local beaches Cart Gap, Happisburgh and Sea Palling. The area was a peaceful retreat. We will be returning !
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10/10 Excellent

Moira G.

Short stay at The Walnut

Absolutely stunning property. Extremely comfortable. Everything was to an extremely high spec. Beautiful views. Very dog friendly with a wonderful and very well kept paddock to walk the dogs around. The Welcome Pack was AMAZING!!! The owners Paul and Stella, so lovely and welcoming. Amazing location being so close to the sea. Very easy to find but more difficult to leave, as we didn’t want to go home.
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine B.

Wonderful Walnut

This was our second stay at The Walnut and this time we came as a large family group, booking the new Peanut & Bumblebee cottages as well. Lovely, generous welcome pack on arrival with special touches for my niece's birthday which was much appreciated. The hot tub is amazing with wonderful views across the fields. We were lucky enough to see the owl, hares and deer. Well equipped kitchen and the whole cottage was very clean. Great location to visit all the nearby beaches and quiet walks from the door. The owners are on site and very friendly and helpful. Thank you for another lovely holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Just as expected.

1st time stay @ The Walnut & just the same std as used to from ER cottages. Clean & tidy. Nice welcome pack for both dogs & humans. Everything needed for stay is included, inc throws for dogs to sit on sofa's. Hot Tub is a nice touch, & well sheltered location. Great dog field for them to play in, seat for humans to rest on. Private parking spot just by your own gate. Owners very friendly & nothing is a issue. Actual location of cottage is good, & not far from everything you need. Love the surrounding area. so quiet & peaceful.
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10/10 Excellent

Our stay 5th -12th August 2023

The Walnut is a luxurious barn conversion. It is located in Happisburgh which is a quiet village in North Norfolk. The place is very comfortable, extremely clean and is the ideal location for a lovely holiday for humans and their dogs. Paul and Stella have made this location idyllic as they have provided everything you need to enjoy a relaxing stay in excellent surroundings. The beds are really comfortable, the fittings are high end. Dog beds, bowls, toys and treats are provided. There is a fabulous paddock where the dogs can run free and they can enjoy their holiday while the humans can relax in a the hot tub. Everywhere is spotlessly clean. We all had a wonderful relaxing time and would not hesitate to recommend as a superbly dog friendly location.
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

A little slice of paradise

Walnut cottage is beautifully presented ,immaculately clean and a perfect stay for our family and our dog . The moment you walk through the gate you are immediately drawn to hot tub ! Seating outside is so comfortable ,I don't think we have ever stayed at a cottage that has such comfortable seating areas inside and out ,it makes a big difference to a holiday to have this ,especially if you are just wanting to relax. Stella and Paul are fantastic hosts ,so welcoming and friendly and nothing was to much trouble . The welcome hamper was just what we needed after a long drive, so much thought had gone into it . The paddock for the dog was brilliant and surrounding area is very peaceful. Our dog loved the bed that was provided along with treats ,toys and towels. We hope to return to this amazing place one day . Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing time at The Walnut

The Walnut was everything we hoped for and more! Stella and Paul made sure that we were settled in on our arrival and assured us that if there was anything we needed they were just next door. The Walnut is beautiful and is fully equipped for dogs and humans! The welcome hamper was lovely with delicious local produce and lots of treats for Dennis the Cockapoo - the reason we were there!! Dennis loved his trips to the beach but I think he loved the paddock even more. The Walnut is brilliantly situated for visiting lots of great places and Norfolk is probably the most ‘dog friendly’ area we have been to. There is plenty of information in The Walnut regarding places to visit and eat. One place we would thoroughly recommend is The Star we had some amazing food and Dennis was treated like a VIP with lots of meaty treats!! Many thanks to Stella and Paul because of their hard work and eye for detail we had an amazing week. We would definitely recommend The Walnut.