In Norwich .Within a 5-minute walk of this Norwich vacation home, you'll find Norfolk Broads and Hickling Broad. The Museum of the Broads and Stalham Firehouse Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
University of East Anglia - 37 min drive - 27.6 miles
Getting around
Worstead Station - 20 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
The White Horse - 12 min drive
Swan Inn - 6 min drive
Broadlands Fish And Chips - 7 min drive
The Harnser - 5 min drive
Cafe Charlotte - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages
Red Roofs is a spacious and rambling detached family home in a beautiful, peaceful Norfolk Broads location. Full of a comfy mix of old and new furnishings, the rooms are all filled with light. Plenty of space for 8 guests and their dogs. An ideal dog friendly holiday home.
Dining Room Large room with big bay window looking onto front garden, mahogany table with additional table to provide more seating. Side boards and well filled book case in this room plus high chairs if needed.
Kitchen Well equipped with a small table and chairs, large fridge/freezer, electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. A little old fashioned but perfectly functional. From here you go into the hallway off which are the stairs and…
Lobby Hooks for coats etc. There is a solid wooden gate as well as access to the garden so an ideal space for letting muddy dogs dry off. Just off here is the….
Bathroom This is just across the hall from the bedroom. Bath and separate walk in shower, toilet. Modern fittings, bright and roomy, with bath aids if needed.
Main downstairs bedroom Large and airy room with bay window looking over front garden to Hickling Broad beyond. Very comfortable divan superking double bed (which can also be split into twin full size singles). Large fitted cupboard, chest of drawers and dressing table.
Sitting Room Large well lit and comfy space with French doors opening out onto the front garden, squidgy sofas and solid oak furniture. TV, DVD and video. Open fireplace with a plentiful supply of free coal and logs.
Twin bedroom Twin bedded room with storage space and view across the front garden.
Twin/kingsize bedroom Twin beds with the option of turning into a king size double. Hanging space and drawers. Patio doors leading out to the front garden – a wonderful option for an early morning walk to the water's edge.
Upstairs Main bedroom This is reached by an easy, carpeted stair case. There is a wooden dog gate at the bottom. Very large room with super king size bed which can be made into two full size singles. Plenty of cupboard space, double futon (please ask if you need this made up), chair, built in dressing table. Fabulous views over Hickling Broad and the thatched boat houses.
Second floor bathroom Bathroom with large, deep bath with shower over. Toilet and sink.
Outside Plenty of parking on the drive ways either side of the large, grass front garden. This isn't enclosed but the back garden is and is even bigger. Fruit trees grow in the front garden so help yourself when they are ripe.
To the back of the house there is large grass garden, fully fenced and hedged. Garden furniture and gas barbecue. A range of sheds run along the back of the house containing coal and wood for fire.
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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals 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
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 indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
521762
Vrbo Property
Dog Friendly House Right on the Norfolk Broads Near the Coast
Frequently asked questions
How close is Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages to the airport?
This vacation home is 20.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages to the beach?
This vacation home is 11 mi (26-min drive) from Caister-on-Sea Beach and 11.2 mi (28-min drive) from Bacton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Palace Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages to downtown Norwich?
This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Hickling.
Red Roofs | East Ruston Cottages Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 91 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
William E.
Jul 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay on Hickling Broad
A 60th birthday celebration with sailing, kayaking and canoeing. Great place with lovely garden and easy access to broad via public slipway and local boatyard. Relaxing house with everything you could need. Loved the homemade cake and provisions left by Jane.
William E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lloyd T.
Apr 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A great time had by all
A spacious property in a great location. Thank you
Lloyd T.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brendan N.
Aug 15, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing by the glorious Norfolk Broads
For grandchildren, children and grandparents, this was The perfect house. Magnificent country walks, beaches a short ride away.
It was spacious enough to give all six of us the privacy that at times we needed.
Breakfast and dinner were eaten in the beautiful garden.
Altogether a wonderful break