Hazel

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Broadband / WiFi

Summary

Studio-style living space with double bed, kitchenette, dining area, and sitting area
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Oil fuelled air heating system with all electrics solar compatible
Combi microwave/oven, fridge, kettle
WiFi
Fuel and power inc. In rent
Bed linen and towels inc. In rent
Enclosed garden with BBQ and picnic table with a tilting parasol
One well-behaved dog welcome – must be kept on lead due to livestock and pony on-site
Off Road parking available
Note: There is no TV on site but there is a charging port (USB-USC) for guests portable systems
Sorry, no smoking
Please Note: There is an early check-in available at this property from 12:30, please contact reservations
Please Note: There is a £100 Good Housekeeping Bond
Shop 5.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles, river 0.5 miles
Note: On-site chickens, sheep, and Shetland pony

The property

Littleport 6.8 miles.

Hazel is a welcoming shepherd’s hut in Welney, Norfolk.

Positioned within the owner’s garden, it suits guests who want a straightforward retreat with the bonus of a nearby pub, while enjoying easy access to wider days out.

Inside, the space is thoughtfully arranged so everything you need is close at hand.

The double bed anchors the studio layout, while a dining spot offers a place to plan the day over a cup of tea or sit down with something you’ve picked up on your travels.

The kitchenette is ideal for relaxed self-catering, with a combi microwave/oven for simple cooking, a fridge to keep essentials chilled, and a kettle ready for those early starts or late-night brews.

After exploring, the sitting area offers a calm corner to put your feet up and enjoy a quiet evening in.

Completing the hut is a shower room fitted with a walk-in shower, basin, and WC, just the ticket for rinsing off after a day outdoors.

Step outside and you’ll find garden furniture waiting, whether you fancy a slow breakfast in the fresh air or a drink as the day draws in.

If you’re travelling with your four-legged friend, one well-behaved dog is welcome too, so nobody has to miss out on the getaway.

Hazel enjoys a rural setting in Welney, a village closely connected to the surrounding wetlands and open fenland scenery of Norfolk.

Guests can spend time exploring the nearby WWT Welney Wetland Centre, a standout local attraction offering walking trails, viewing hides, and ever‑changing wildlife throughout the year.

The flat landscape lends itself to easy cycling and scenic walks along the waterways of the Ouse Washes, while the village pub provides a convenient spot to unwind after a day outdoors.

Beyond Welney, popular destinations are within comfortable driving distance.

Ely invites visitors to admire its landmark cathedral and browse riverside cafés, while King’s Lynn offers historic buildings, waterside views, and access to the wider Norfolk coast.

A day in Cambridge brings college gardens, museums, and riverside strolls.

Whatever your plans, Hazel is a practical base for discovering the area.

Note: This property can be booked with ref. 1204124, together sleeping up to 4 people.

Welney Shepherd's Huts

Welney Shepherd's Huts are a charming pair of shepherd’s huts resting in the fenland village of Welney, Norfolk, offering a relaxed countryside base for couples seeking a pared-back escape with nature on the doorstep. Set within the owner’s garden, these thoughtfully arranged retreats sit side by side, each providing a tucked away feel while remaining within easy reach of the village pub, making them well suited to friends holidaying together or couples travelling in tandem. Both huts feature studio style open plan living, with a double bed, dining area, and sitting space laid out for easy days and unhurried evenings. Interiors are simply presented and well organised, encouraging guests to slow the pace and settle into their surroundings. Each hut includes a kitchenette for light self catering, ideal for preparing breakfasts before heading out or enjoying a simple supper after a day exploring the fens. Outside, garden furniture offers space to dine alfresco or enjoy a quiet moment, with views across the owner’s grounds and the gentle presence of on site chickens, sheep, and a Shetland pony adding to the rural character. Welney is best known for the WWT Welney Wetland Centre, where expansive skies, seasonal birdlife, and walking routes across the Ouse Washes draw visitors throughout the year. Beyond the village, Ely invites exploration with its striking cathedral and riverside walks along the Great Ouse, while King’s Lynn offers historic streets, a traditional quay, and independent shops. Further afield, Cambridge provides cultural days out with punting on the River Cam, museums, and renowned architecture. Whether enjoyed individually or together, Welney Shepherd's Huts offer a welcoming base for discovering this distinctive corner of East Anglia.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

DOWNHAM MARKET

King’s Lynn 11.5 miles.

Littleport is the largest village in East Cambridgeshire and is set on the banks of the River Ouse, approximately 6 miles north of Ely and 6 miles south-east of Welney. The historic village of Littleport has a range of amenities including pubs, shops and a leisure centre. The area surrounding Littleport is low lying and is home to the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) reserve in the Ouse Washes, the winter home of thousands of swans and ducks from northern Europe and the Arctic. Also close by is the RSPB reserve at Ouse Washes which has walks across the wet grasslands, and the historic city of Ely with its museums and Oliver Cromwell's house is just a short drive away. The village of Littleport is a wonderful base for a holiday exploring Cambridgeshire.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Downham Market, Norfolk (Ref. 1200605)

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