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The Old Mill - Mattishall

Mattishall, near Dereham, Norfolk
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • Originally a five storey corn mill built in 1857/1858
  • Situated in the pretty village of Mattishall, with local amenities
  • Quiet country lanes for walking and cycling, with nearby golf and fishing
  • Visit the historical city of Norwich, a great place for sight seeing visit the museum, cathedral and theatre
  • Venture further afield to the Nature reserve at Blakeney where you can take a boat trip out to sea
  • In the heart of Norfolk surrounded by farmland
Property code: OC-MILN8

This romantic bolthole for two enjoys a peaceful setting, surrounded by the tranquil Norfolk countryside. The cottage is in the quaint village of Mattishall, where you'll find a handful of local shops, including a fish and chip shop, as well as a friendly pub. Quiet country lanes branch away from the village, offering fabulous walking opportunities. Nearby days out include the cathedral city of Norwich (13 miles) and the beaches of the North Norfolk coast (within 30 miles).

The former mill has been beautifully converted into a unique holiday home that's full of character and charm. Enter the property into the farmhouse-style kitchen, which has traditional wooden units, accessories, and all the equipment needed for a self-catering break. From here, move through to the cosy lounge/diner, where an array of comfortable seating sits underneath a striking, beamed ceiling. Relax here, after a long walk, watching the TV/DVD in the glow of the wood burner-effect electric fire, or sharing romantic dinners for two at the dining table. A refreshing bathroom completes the ground floor. A wooden, open-tread staircase leads to the country cottage-style double bedroom, with its quirky, curved walls, charming furniture, and pretty fabrics. Doors from the living area open onto the garden, where you'll discover outdoor furniture and a BBQ for al fresco dining.

The charming market town of Dereham is just 5 miles away. The town has a good range of independent shops and eateries, and hosts a weekly market where you can pick up delicious local produce and handmade gifts. In summer, you can board the steam trains of the Mid-Norfolk Railway here, too. The cottage is within 30 miles of the stunning North Norfolk coast, where highlights include the seal colony at Blakeney Point and the picture-postcard, sandy beach at Wells-next-the-Sea.

  • 1 double bedroom accessed via open plan stairs
  • Downstairs bathroom
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge and microwave
  • Flat screen TV  and DVD
  • Coal effect electric fire
  • Night storage heaters
  • Garden and patio
  • BBQ
  • Shop & pub within walking distance
  • 1 dog welcome (must be on lead and supervised at all times) 
  • Regret no children (only babe in arm accepted)
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Adam Beeney

This property is personally managed by Adam.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 3rd May 2026

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Reviewed by Emma 8th April 2026

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We had an amazing stay in this quirky property. Great location, quiet and relaxing. Brilliant for viewing the stars and loads of wildlife. Not far from the coast and the village has great amenities

Reviewed by Michael 8th November 2025

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Reviewed by Colette 4th November 2025

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Great getaway fresh and clean.

Reviewed by Christine 18th October 2025

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Everything you could want lovely property

Reviewed by Richard 27th September 2025

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Lovely quiet surroundings, nice seeing the wildlife, would recommend it to others.

Reviewed by Jason 6th September 2025

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Great place great location, lots of wildlife, we would definitely recommend and hopefully will be back

Reviewed by Lorraine 2nd August 2025

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We would totally recommend the Old Mill for a perfect stay, to relax and unwind. The owners were very accommodating. The local fish and chips shop was very good. And for a lovely meal out, we would recommend The Lodge at North Tuddenham. All in all the perfect holiday.

Reviewed by Lesley Anne 12th July 2025

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Reviewed by Christine 28th June 2025

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We absolutely loved staying at The Old Mill in Mattishall, Norfolk. It is such a relaxing area to stay!. We saw some very different birds as they have a very large bird feeder on the back fence so you can stand at the kitchen window watching them feed, also squirrels too!. Also a group of fawns in the field!. and horses in another field. My husbandRead more likes to have a break from driving so we were able to take the bus to visit other places in Norfolk. (Bus stops 10mins walk away!) I loved our stay. Hide

Reviewed by James 31st May 2025

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A simply delightful place to stay. All needs met and an idyllic location. We will definitely return to the Old Mill.

Reviewed by Denise 24th May 2025

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Perfect bolt hole for exploring Norfolk, very quiet lots of wildlife and good local pub.

Reviewed by Erik 17th May 2025

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Reviewed by Nichole 3rd May 2025

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Lovely little mill which is just right for 2 people wanting a break in the quiet countryside.

Reviewed by Geoffrey 26th April 2025

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Great central venue for exploring and lovely location for a stay. It was great to see Deer in the garden on 2 mornings.

Reviewed by Emma 19th April 2025

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Reviewed by Ian 5th April 2025

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Reviewed by Helen 19th December 2024

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loved it, such a cute and quirky place to stay in a great location we thoroughly enjoyed out stay

Reviewed by Leo 7th September 2024

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We loved our fortnight at this beautiful detached property surrounded by paddocks and fields on the edge of the village with resident Muntjac deer (We caught a buck and doe frolicking in the paddock one evening, pronking around each other like a pair of mad March hares!), bats, green woodpeckers, Red Kites etc. Very peaceful and pretty centralish tRead moreo all places Norfolk with Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Suffolk all close by for exploring. Wed love to come back! Hide

Reviewed by Peter 31st August 2024

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Quirky and characterful cottage in a quiet location. Older guests may wish to note the bathroom is located far away from the bedroom and also the absence of a proper shower.

Reviewed by Lynnette 3rd August 2024

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This cottage is within walking distance of village amenities, shop, pub, bus & short drive to places of interest. Also in the catchment area for takeaway deliveries from Dereham. We found the cottage to be clean, comfortable & had everything we needed for an enjoyable week. As people who enjoy a bath after a long walk, this was a plus for us & one Read moreof the reasons we chose this cottage. The bath was a good size and had ample hot water. Ideal cottage for couples with no mobility issues. Hide

Reviewed by Susannah 28th July 2024

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Reviewed by Margaret 13th July 2024

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Reviewed by Miranda 8th July 2024

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Reviewed by Pauline 29th June 2024

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Reviewed by John 8th June 2024

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Need a shower and wifi, and has a very small bed

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