Norfolk » Wroxham, Norfolk Broads

Summer Craft

4.9 Visitor Rating
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 2

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Embark on a serene escape with Summer Leisure Holidays, where the tranquil waterside beckons for a memorable retreat. Nestled within the picturesque Norfolk Broads, these holiday lodges present an idyllic setting for relaxation and exploration.

Choose from individual two or three-bedroom properties, each boasting its own water frontage. The lodges cater to groups of various sizes, ensuring a cosy stay for you and your loved ones. Each accommodation is well-equipped with modern amenities, including a TV/DVD setup and a kitchen with a microwave.

Indulge in the added luxury of a hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. The lodges come complete with bed linen, duvets, and towels, with beds made up for your arrival. Outside, garden furniture awaits, with barbecues available upon request to enhance your outdoor dining experience.

For those bringing furry friends, the lodges are pet-friendly, allowing you to enjoy the company of your pets during your stay. With a complimentary welcome pack including tea, coffee, and cake, your holiday begins with a touch of warmth and hospitality.

From £359 for 2 nights

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Summer Craft Features

Lodge Facilities

Three bedrooms
Two storeys
Riverside location
One ground floor double room
Two first floor twin rooms
Large ground floor shower room and WC
Bathroom with bath on first floor
Row dinghy included free of charge
Day-launch available for hire, subject to availability
Free car parking adjacent to property
Close to landscaped boatyard
Near Wroxham, 'Capital of The Broads'
Wroxham offers shops, amenities, and pubs

Accommodation features

Individual two and three bedroom properties all with water frontage
TV/DVD
Kitchen including microwave
Bath and/or shower
Bed linen and duvets
Towels included
Beds made up for your arrival
Garden furniture
Barbecues available on request (free of charge)
Double glazed
Electricity by meter reading
Cots £15pw
Highchairs £15pw
Group bookings may be subject to restrictions
Pets £35pw each (max 2)
Complimentary welcome pack including, tea, coffee and cake
All non-smoking, vaping and no BBQ’s accommodation

Other Lodges At Summer Craft

Summer Ville

Sleeps 4
Pets 2

Single storey lodge. One double and one twin. Bath with overhead shower. Day launch included. Parking adjacent.

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Moorlands

Sleeps 6
Pets 2

A three bedroomed, two storey, riverside property. Ideal for the larger family/party. The accommodation comprises of one ground floor double room and two first floor twin rooms. There is a large ground floor shower room and WC and on the first floor the bathroom has a bath. A row dinghy is included, free of charge, for the duration of your stay and a day-launch is available for hire, subject to availability when booking. There is free car parking adjacent to the property.

From £668 for 7 nights

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Summer Vale

Sleeps 4
Pets 2

A two bedroomed, single storey, riverside lodge. Ideal for a couple or a smaller party. The accommodation comprises of one double room and one twin room. Bathroom with bath. Spacious lounge / Dining area. A day-launch is included free of charge, for the duration of your stay. There is free car parking adjacent to the property.

From £359 for 2 nights

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Summer Vista

Sleeps 4
Pets 2

A two bedroomed, single storey, riverside lodge. Ideal for a couple or a smaller party. The accommodation comprises of one double room and one twin room. Bathroom with bath. A day-launch is included free of charge, for the duration of your stay. There is free car parking as well.

From £359 for 2 nights

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Summer Haven

Sleeps 4
Pets 2

A two bedroomed, single storey, riverside lodge. Ideal for a couple or a smaller party. The accommodation comprises of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom. Bathroom with bath & shower. New kitchen fitted in 2020 and a spacious riverside facing lounge. A day-launch is included free of charge, for the duration of your stay. There is free car parking right next to the lodge.

From £379 for 3 nights

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests are enamoured by the comfortable and well-set-out lodges, often describing them as a home away from home. The enclosed gardens are particularly appreciated by dog owners, providing a safe space for pets to wander. Many also highlight the excellent condition of the bungalows and the exceptional service provided by the staff.

Getting there

To get to Summer Leisure Holidays, if you're driving, use major motorways and follow signs to Wroxham. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is in Wroxham itself, providing convenient access to the lodges.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	0.5 miles - NR12 8RX
Train Station	0.6 miles - NR12 8UR
Pub	0.4 miles - NR12 8DA
Dog Walk	0.7 miles - NR12 8SJ
Supermarket	0.5 miles - NR12 8RZ
Indian Takeaway	Bombay Night - 0.6 miles - NR12 8UR	01603 783602
Chinese Takeaway	Wroxham Chinese - 0.5 miles - NR12 8RX	01603 784243
Italian Takeaway	Vinnies - 0.6 miles - NR12 8UR	01603 783121

For families with Kids

The area is a fantastic destination for families, with activities like cycling, walking, and nature reserves nearby. Children will enjoy the outdoor adventures and the chance to spot local wildlife.

Is Summer Craft A good location for couples?

The serene waterside setting makes it an ideal retreat for couples seeking tranquillity. Romantic days out can include boating on the Broads or intimate dinners at local inns.

Dining and Cafes

The closest eatery is The Wroxham Hotel, offering delightful meals with views of the water (01603 782061). For a cosy café experience, visit The Station Café, known for its warm atmosphere (01603 783099).

Within walking distance of your lodge

A short walk away you'll find the 'Capital of Broadland', Wroxham, offering a variety of shops, amenities, hotels, inns, and pubs.

Quickfire FAQs

Do the accommodations have hot tubs?

No, none of the properties available have hot tubs.

Are pets allowed in the accommodation?

Pets are welcome at these lodges, with a maximum of two pets permitted per accommodation, ensuring your furry friends can join in on the holiday fun.

Is there a barbecue available for guests to use?

Barbecues are available upon request and are provided free of charge, allowing you to enjoy delightful outdoor meals amidst the scenic surroundings.

What are the parking facilities like at the accommodation?

The accommodation offers ample parking facilities, ensuring convenience and ease for guests arriving with their own vehicles.

Do the lodges come with a fully equipped kitchen?

Each lodge features a fully equipped kitchen, complete with a microwave, making self-catering a breeze during your stay.

Can I request a cot or highchair for my child?

Cots and highchairs are available for a small weekly fee, catering to the needs of guests with young children for a comfortable and hassle-free stay.

Top Days Out Near Summer Craft

The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Summer Craft, with real driving times.

Castle museum 21 min drive · 12.7 miles

Norwich Castle Museum

Sat nav: NR1 3JU

A Norman royal castle keep in Norwich, with medieval life, art, archaeology and natural history galleries.

Rainy days

Norwich Castle was built by William the Conqueror as a royal palace, and later served as a gaol before becoming a museum and art gallery. The medieval Castle Keep has rooms furnished to give an authentic sense of twelfth-century life, along with immersive storytelling.

Tip: Pre-booking tickets online gets you the best price for entry, and a free digital guide is available to help you explore the castle and its collections.

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Family zoo 45 min drive · 32.4 miles

Banham Zoo

Sat nav: NR16 2HE

Norfolk's largest zoo, with big cats, giraffes, monkeys and live shows, run by a wildlife conservation charity.

Families

Banham Zoo is a 50-acre zoo in Norfolk, run by the Zoological Society of East Anglia, a registered charity. It opened to the public in 1968 and is the largest zoo in the region. Animals include giraffes, snow leopards, Amur tigers, cheetahs, red pandas, meerkats and California sea lions, along with a well-regarded collection of smaller monkeys.

Tip: Check the website's what's on page before you go, as daily talks and seasonal events change, and you can book tickets online in advance.

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Stately home 23 min drive · 13.3 miles

Blickling Hall

Sat nav: NR11 6NF

A Jacobean mansion in a loop of the River Bure, with a remarkable library and Boleyn links.

Couples
Half day

Blickling Hall is a Grade I listed Jacobean country house near Aylsham in Norfolk, set in 5,000 acres of parkland in a loop of the River Bure. It was built after 1616 for Sir Henry Hobart on the ruins of a Tudor house once held by the Boleyn family, and it is now cared for by the National Trust.

Tip: Head for the library first if you only have limited time, as it is the house's most celebrated feature.

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Stately home 58 min drive · 35.8 miles

Holkham Hall

Sat nav: NR23 1AB

A Palladian stately home with a walled garden, deer park, ropes course and beach on the North Norfolk coast.

Families
Thrill seekers
Half day

Holkham Hall is an 18th-century Neo-Palladian country house, designed by William Kent for Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester. It is Grade I listed and still the ancestral home of the Coke family. Inside, you can see the Marble Hall, made of pink Derbyshire alabaster, and the Saloon with its red velvet walls. Guided cellar and attic tours take you behind the scenes.

Tip: You can book the Hall, Walled Garden and Holkham Stories in advance, and the ropes course too. Check opening times first, as they vary.

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Military museum 42 min drive · 26.2 miles

The Muckleburgh Military Collection

Sat nav: NR25 7EH

A military museum on a former Second World War camp on the North Norfolk coast, with working tanks.

Families
Rainy days
Half day

The Muckleburgh Military Collection sits on a former military camp at Weybourne on the North Norfolk coast, a site used for anti-aircraft training in the Second World War. Exhibits include working tanks, armoured cars, artillery, anti-aircraft guns, missiles and light weapons, plus displays on the Norfolk and Suffolk Yeomanry and on sea rescue and reconnaissance.

Tip: The collection closes for the season, so check its website for current opening before you travel. Parking on site is free for paying visitors.

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Steam museum 49 min drive · 36.7 miles

Bressingham Steam & Gardens

Sat nav: IP22 2AB

Ride historic steam railways and the 1897 Gallopers, then wander the Dell Garden, near Diss in Norfolk.

Families
Half day

Bressingham is a steam museum and gardens just west of Diss. The museum has several railways running through the grounds, including the Fen Railway and the Waveney Valley Railway, and a locomotive shed where you can get close to the engines.

Tip: Check the train running timetable on the Bressingham website before you go, so you can plan your rides around the day.

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Moated manor house 1 hr drive · 43.7 miles

Oxburgh Hall

Sat nav: PE33 9PS

A moated medieval manor in Norfolk with Victorian Gothic interiors, a gatehouse, gardens and parkland to explore.

Families
Dogs in the grounds

Oxburgh Hall is a moated medieval manor house near Swaffham, with Victorian Gothic interiors. It was built in the 1480s for the Bedingfeld family, who still live in private apartments there. You cross the moat to a tall brick gatehouse, then explore the hall, which has a priest hole and needlework hangings worked by Mary, Queen of Scots and Bess of Hardwick.

Tip: Parking is free on site, and the hall is about 250 metres from the main car park along a flat gravel path.

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Neolithic flint mine 55 min drive · 45.8 miles

Grime's Graves

Sat nav: IP26 5DE

A vast Neolithic flint mining landscape, dug by hand with deer antler picks around 4,500 years ago.

Families

Grime's Graves is a large Neolithic flint mining complex in Norfolk, 8 km north east of Brandon. Miners worked here from around 2600 to 2300 BC, digging shafts into the chalk to reach seams of flint, which was much in demand for making polished stone axes. Some of the largest shafts are more than 14 m deep and 12 m wide at the surface.

Directions

Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.

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Visitor Reviews of Summer Craft

4.9Visitor Rating out of 5

44 reviews from guests who stayed at Summer Craft

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Date of stay: 6th August 2025

very clean only thing no wifi

Lou

Date of stay: 28th July 2025

Perfect little lodge. I did not want to leave! The day boat added a bit of adventure to the holiday.

John Carole

Date of stay: 21st July 2025

We have just stay in summer ville for two weeks, lovely and clean,and comfortable,Sue Paul,Deb,couldn't do enough for us ,what a lovely place to stay,so peaceful and relaxing,

Christopher

Date of stay: 30th June 2025

Had a great time, booked again for next year. Loved the day boat, fishing and location.

Andrea

Date of stay: 27th June 2025

We are repeat visitors to Summer Vale. It has everything we need for a relaxing break. It is very clean and adequately equipped. Lovely bedding and towels. The boat is a huge benefit. The position of the lodge is nice and quiet with easy access to shops, cafes and anything else you might need. The staff are lovely and couldnt be more helpful. Highly recommend this holiday.

Susan Rowe

Date of stay: 31st May 2025

This was great value for money. We also had a day motor launch included. Everything we needed was in the cottage. Cleanliness was second to none when we arrived.

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