Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 32 reviews.
Kirsty
United Kingdom · Couple · September 2026
“Fantastic weekend away”
+The cottage was exceptionally clean, it had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed some lovely walks from the property. We'll absolutely come back and stay again, thanks so much.
Richard
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“An enjoyable stay inn a delightful property”
+Not applicable
−The lighting in both living room and bedroom was rather dim for reading by.
Andrew
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
“A beautiful retreat tucked away which enhances the location”
+A peaceful retreat to withdraw, reflect and relax with immediate access to walks, the Bure Valley & Railway (15 mins) and surrounding countryside, with the accommodation providing everything necessary.
Tracey
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
“Very enjoyable and would definitely go again”
+Clean, comfortable and had everything that you needed. Very well finished to a high standard.
−If you are someone who relies on the internet it was a bit intermittent.
Jo
United Kingdom · Solo · July 2026
“The place which lives up to its name Rivers Rest”
+We loved everything about Rivers Rest. Very well equipped and added extras in the food cupboard which really helps. Cooking oil, foil, salt and pepper. The bed was very comfortable and we honestly were provided with everything we needed. We spent a few days in the garden just listening to the birds, watching muntjac feeding and completely relaxing.
−Leaving to come home.
Rebecca
United Kingdom · Couple · September 2025
“Perfect private getaway”
+Super clean and on the doorstep of Oxnead Hall which is where we had a 3 day event wedding! The bed was amazing, and we had everything we needed.
Richard
United Kingdom · Couple · September 2025
“A really good centre for exploring rural Norfolk, away from noise and traffic.”
+Extremely quiet, with some excellent walks in the vicinity - river, Bure Valley Railway etc. All the equipment at the property is good quality and works well.
−We didn't find the instructions for finding the property as informative as they might have been. The last section (turning right just beyond the farm) wasn't clear, and we did go wrong & spend time wondering what on earth to do.
Jonathan
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2025
“A Relaxing and peaceful”
+It was a lovely cosy cottage, very peaceful and quiet. It was immaculately clean and was decorated to a high standard. The surrounding ding area was beautiful and it was well positioned to explore the area.
−WiFi was hit and miss.
Simon
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2025
“A cozy little cottage for two in the heart of nature.”
+This property is just perfect for a peaceful getaway being set in a very desirable location where you can mix quiet countryside walks that are right outside your door, with being close enough to travel to the Broads and other locations of interest around Norfolk. The cottage was in pristine condition, compact but thoughtfully designed and equipped with everything you might need. The weather wasn't particularly kind to us but despite the rain we still found some lovely National Trust properties and when the sun came out went to Horsey to see the Seals, hired a boat on the broads and enjoyed some wonderful local walks and the abundance of wildlife during our 4 night stay. Checkout my YouTube of this property: Travelling-Byland
−Why 9/10 ? Scarce rural network coverage is to be expected. Property (inside) WiFi speed only adequate for intermittent text so make sure you have the keybox code before arrival, download 3.03Mbps / upload 0.44Mbps. Upon arrival we noticed that the 2 seater chair had a bad smell that perhaps the previous tenants had spilt something on it. We aired all the cushions outside but the smell would not go and by the 2nd night had become unbearable. We contacted Michelle the next morning and the seat was removed and replaced within an hour by Gary, fortunately they had a spare, Fantastic! We also requested a lighter TOG duvet as the one supplied was particularly heavy and too warm for the season, Michelle immediately replaced it with two single duvets but sadly these were also a high TOG and too warm. We were very pleased with Michelle and Gary being on hand and acting so promptly to put things right for us, its a shame that we waited 2 days before asking them, such lovely people.
Faye
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2025
“Beautifully restored. Amazing setting. Away from it all!”
+Loved the setting. Very cosy. Very clean.
−Signage to get there!