We recently had the absolute pleasure of staying at Wispy Meadows – The Boathouse, and it was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the tranquil setting, stunning views, and the peaceful atmosphere that makes this place a true hidden gem. The accommodation itself was beautifully presented—immaculately clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed to make the most of the breathtaking surroundings.
The boathouse had a charming, rustic feel but with all the modern comforts needed for a truly relaxing stay. Waking up to the gentle sounds of nature. The hot tub—an absolute dream! After a day of exploring or fishing, there was nothing better than sinking into the warm, bubbling water and taking in the peaceful surroundings. Whether it was enjoying a glass of wine under the stars or a quiet soak in the morning with a coffee in hand, it was the perfect way to unwind. One of the highlights if you're into fishing—a dream come true for any angler! The well-stocked waters mean you have plenty of bites, and whether you’re an experienced fisherman or just looking to try your hand at it, this is the perfect spot. The peaceful setting made for an incredibly relaxing experience Beyond fishing, Wispy Meadows offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. It feels like a world away from the hustle and bustle, yet it’s conveniently located to explore the stunning Norfolk countryside, charming villages, and beautiful coastline. The hosts were fantastic—warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Their attention to detail and genuine passion for making guests feel at home really shone through. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with stunning scenery, top-notch accommodation, and fantastic fishing. Wispy Meadows – The Boathouse is an absolute must-visit. We left feeling completely refreshed and can’t wait to...
Read moreWell, it's been on my list of places to visit for about 2 years now and we finally had some time off when they had availability. From the 1st enquiry on Facebook to receiving the deposit back every step of it has been dealt with amazingly, its about a 4 hour drive for us but it was worth every minute.
There is a little high street just down the road but when we arrived we could tell how peaceful the location was, and the grounds are very well kept. We stayed in the Golden Orfe, probably the most secluded of all the lodges. Parking space is a very short walk to the shepherd's hut, (could maybe do with a longer gravel path, if any critique, as we didn't want to walk on the grass and cause damage) there was a trolley provided to carry your things.
The Golden Orfe is situated on a little island, so it completely surrounded by water. The hot tub is huge, warm on arrival and ready to use, the outdoor seating area was my favourite part. Loved being outdoors no matter the weather, fire pit burning, watching the lake and the local wildlife and cooking steak on the bbq provided.
Fishing was good too for the time of year, we didn't really put much effort in, just a pva bag every few hours and managed to catch 2 stunning mirror carp at 15lb3 and 17lb2.
The shepherd's hut it self was clean, cosy and had everything you could need for 2 people. The best qas the comfiest bed I think I have ever slept in. The log burner was definitely a bonus, we did run out of wood but had bought a bag with us. There were maintenance people about we could have asked for more, if we wanted to. I cannot fault the place at all.
The place looks stunning all lit up at night, haven't felt peace like that for a long long time. We will be returning soon, for longer.
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Read moreGreat weekend away here in Blue Marlin. Amazing first impression with the lights on around everything and the lake. Absolutely stunning. Inside was phenomenal and couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Hot tub was amazing with the best views you could ever ask for. The inside was immaculate and beautifully laid out. Quiet and peaceful. Downside was the additional cost for gas that lasts 3-5 hours and no charcoal etc for the BBQ supplied, along with minimal kindling and only 2 firelighters for the fire inside. Had to buy more kindling and firelighters. Would have been absolutely perfect if either the gas was free or charcoal was given for the BBQ instead of it being an additional cost to us from the shops. For the price being paid these would be a great addition to it. You pay a high price for quality and you get it, but gas and/or charcoal etc for the BBQ would have made it 5 stars. Appreciate the additional cost of things now, but for premium prices you wild expect something like these, even if one free canister of gas and then having to pay after.
Still, would happily recommend going here 100%; tranquility and beautiful scenery. Just be prepared to add more on for...
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