so much to see and do
"Cozy Nook" Our Secret Little Hideaway
If your looking for a romantic peaceful & relaxing place to stay and enjoy glamping "Cozy Nook" will be just perfect for you. Nestled in a woodland meadow area of 3 acres with various beautiful species of trees it's a little haven waiting to be found . During spring a host of golden daffodils covering a vast area and bluebells hide amoungst the trees and the enchanting atmosphere is unique along with its privacy. This wonderful accommodation attracts romantic proposals and honeymoon couples, musicians & artists. In the very centre of the meadow there is a magical circle of tall silver birch trees which is perfect for tree bathing in our rocking chair , there is also a thinking chair for two for that much needed time to empty the mind , focus and recharge those batteries. Enjoy some quite time , ponder those thoughts and watch the world go by . During your visit you will only be sharing this wonderful space with nature and perhaps a good book, oh and not forgetting a few furry friends that often come to say hello! Whilst your relaxing during the hot lazy summer afternoons the local water & red deer often silently appear in the meadow , not forgetting the rabbits and squirrels of course . As night falls gather around the fire pit for some star gazing, whilst toasting marshmallows and enjoy cooking on the gas BBQ with a glass of wine . You will enjoy a peaceful awakening and listening to the early morning chorus of many varieties of wild birds . "Cozy Nook " is a unique escape and the perfect gift to celebrate any special occasion and surprise a loved one. Visit for a mini two night break or for longer as there is so much to explore in this beautiful area of Norfolk . Explore this beautiful part of the Norfolk Broads and walk for miles along the stunning, deserted sandy coast line. Just 5 mins away you can hire a day boat on the broads and have a romantic picnic or watch the sun set at the near by beach . For a short evening stroll, we recommend a countryside rasy route to our quaint little village pub, with a great selection of Norfolk Beers and a tasty pub menu . We are a peaceful adults only glamping site & sorry no pets allowed due to our own animals in close proximity. We offer various therapies subject to availability, our donkey and piggy experiences are very popular and they include a photo shoot and recording to capture those wonderful memories, however this is optional please let us know if you are camera shy . please view our accommodation page for more photos and single video page .
Romantic Shepherd Huts With En-suite New For 2021
Foxtails Den , Barn Owl View & Rabbits Burrow are wonderful themed shepherd huts with en-suites with own private toilets & showers and nicely positioned for privacy in a grassland meadow, overlooking our rescued animals so you can watch them play. Our heated vintage style shepherd huts are quaint and cozy, fully insulated, double glazed and sleep two adults. Inside the décor is light and airy, comprising of a television/dvd player ,fire heater, microwave , kettle , toaster , fridge freezer & well equipped kitchen/dinning area with two chairs and a table. We encourage outside cooking with the use of a free to use gas BBQ . There is no kitchen hob or oven inside the huts . An integral shower en-suite with basin and a door to close . ( there is no shared toilet or shower blocks on site each Accomodation has its own private en-suite ) The outside area has an outdoor light, picnic table, fire pit and gas BBQ. The meadow is nicely lawned and well kept . If you are seeking a peaceful retreat and love the open country side and animals "Starry Meadow" will be just the perfect place for you. The sky on a clear night is amazing for star gazing whilst drinking hot chocolate and toasting marshmallow. We privide a firepit for you to use please bring along your own fire wood or Tescos 5 mins away does sell fire wood and fire lighters. Please Scroll down to the end of the accommodation section to see more photos of the interior. Our guests often like to take part in our animal experiences or therapies. (Subject to weather permitting and availability) If you are interested in any of our therapies or animal experiences please pre book & check availability a day before or mention on your arrival.
Star Gazing With Toasted Marshmallows
Each shepherd hut has its own out side furniture, Fire Pit & gas BBQ and we will include some wood and marshmallows for your first arrival night. You will enjoy the peaceful evenings and star gazing, whilst toasting your marshmallows. The beautiful haunting Barn Owl often makes an appearance and if you are really lucky you may see our local herd of Red Deer which come to graze in our small woodlands and surrounding farm land.
Piggy Pog Pamper Meet & Greet Experience
Our lovely piggies Prunella & Bacon Bonce are waiting to meet you! This experience is amazing for all you piggy pog lovers, this is perfect for you to enjoy a hands on experience , tickle their noses and enjoy rubbing their fat bellies . Its not every day you get close enough to pamper a piggy . You will get to walk around the meadow freely, enjoy grooming , doing tricks and learning all about Kune Kune piggies. We capture some lovely photos and what's app them over to you as a memory keep sake. We will do our upmost to capture that one special framed photo . If your camera shy this is optional. Please note we are not a working farm, our animals are rescued pets (this question is often asked by our welcomed Vegans ). Our piggy pog meet & greet is a unique experience with two very friendly and funny piggies . ( booking is advisable as extremely popular, subject to weather permitting and availability). Please see our video of our piggies on their daily outing, with some of our many guests. It's great value! £45.00 1hr for two adults .
Adorable Donkey Experience
Donkey lovers will enjoy meeting our little herd of six donkeys. Freckles , Pixie , Doogle , Bradly , Romeo and Peanuts, our smallest donkey but definitely the leader and in charge of the herd . From the comfort of your Shepherd Hut, you can watch our donkeys and the goats playing on their climbing equipment . Its fun to watch . Please note "Cozy Nook " does not overlook the animals as it enjoys a 3 acre woodland meadow on the other side of the glamping site . So why not enjoy a donkey experience during your stay with us . Our donkeys are happy to receive kisses and cuddles, as they are very gentle affectionate donkeys . During your experience we can capture those magical memories just for you. If your camera shy this is optional . You will have the opportunity to groom and learn all about their daily care routine and the stories behind their past lives . The donkeys are very popular with our guests and pre booking is advisable. The goats will often come and say hello to (we advise you to pre book or mention on arrival as very popular). This experience is subject to weather permitting and availability. It's great value £45 1hr for 2 adults . We have many other well being therapies available, reflexology , chakra healing , meditation , spiritual readings , sound healing with voice , harp and singing bowls, mindfulness, counselling , manifestation & art and craft therapy subject to availability. Prices from £25 to £45.
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Therapies
Various therapies available (subject to availability) during your stay at Starry Meadow . Reflexology , chakra healing with crystals , meditation, sound therapy with voice & singing bowls . Manifestation, spiritual readings , craft and art therapy, counselling, meditation, yoga & tree bathing areas . Our little sanctuary is a place to heal , convalesce and rediscover ones self . Pre booking advised £25 to £45 per therapy .
Spiritual & Well Being Therapy
Here at Starry Meadow , we want you to relax and to find some breathing space . We offer various spiritual & well being therapies . Subject to availability . Our little therapy shepherd hut is welcoming and relaxing offering tea and coffee . There's is a wonderful energy and ambience present at all times .
Tree Bathing & Mindfulness
"Cozy Nook" and it's enchanting woodland meadow is a tranquil and spiritual place to stay. Amoungst this peaceful woodland you will be able to meditate and bath ones self with nature . Reconnecting to Mother Earth will help to heal ones self from any emotional pain, stress , anxiety and depression . Walking between the trees and taking the time to absorb the energy that surrounds you , immediately you will have a calming and healing benefit. Alternatively Just sitting quietly meditating and listening to the whispering leaves and the beautiful bird song you will enjoy and discover an inner peace . We offer this unique glamping accommodation with total privacy to enjoy what simply surrounds you . We invite you to use this wonderful space to refind your inner being .
Forest Fairy Wonder
New this year 2023 . Why not enjoy a girly mini break or a unique hen party where you can hire starry meadow all to yourself for up to 8 ladies and enjoy some fairy magic fun . Just bring along your fairy costume not forgetting your wings and leave the rest to us. Enjoy a photo shoot in our enchanted woods and enjoy our fairy harpist for sound therapy, ribbon dancing & bubbles , healing meditation , Chakra crystal healing ,Tarot readings. As night falls enjoy sitting around the firepit toasting marshmallows under the stars .
Gift vouchers for piggy and donkey experiences
Unique personalised gift vouchers available . Celebrate a very special occasion with a day visit with us at Starry Meadow. 1 hr of sheer delight meeting our wonderful animals . Our donkeys and piggies can't wait to meet you . Get up close enjoy a private one to one exclusive to your party of people . Relax and let us capture your magical memories with a photo shoot included . All of this for £45.00 for two adults . We personalise your vouchers with your wonderful greeting and send in an email or on what's app for you to print. We can print and send gift vouchers in the post at an additional cost of £5.00
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Within Our Local Area Fine Resturants, Country Pubs And Theatres
Our Local villages have wonderful quaint little pubs with good hearty food and we are only 20 minutes away from the city of Norwich of historic charm wiith two indoor mall shopping centres , cinema and theatres. Just 20 minutes in the other direction is Great Yarmouth seafront with all the major seaside attractions. The beautiful Norfolk broads is 5 minutes away, day boat and canoe hire is available at Sutton Staithe boat yard. Norfolk's beautiful, deserted sandy coast line is only 10 mins away.
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Norfolks Waxham Coast Line And Seals
Waxham beach is 20 minutes away and is well worth a visit to see the Seals It is a wonderful walk down to the beach through sand dunes. There is a tea room called "Poppy Lands" themed on the second world war with memorabilia and serving great food and a wonderful gift shop.
Perfect location For Wild Life Photography
Starry Meadow is surrounded by the beautiful far reaching country side and wild life . Photographers visit Norfolk to capture the scenery and stunning sunsets.
Cycle Through The Countryside Villages
We offer cycle hire subject to availability or please bring your own, it is the perfect place to cycle with ease, it is completely flat with no hills. Cycle to our neighbouring villages, where you will discover country pubs with a good choice of ciders and beers to quench your thirst. "The Ferry Inn" public house at Hickling is situated in a beautiful location which over looks the Hickling Broad . Also close by is Our very own public house The Crown , serving great value pub food .
Norfolk Broads Day Boat Hire
Day boat and canoe hire from Sutton Staithe is only 5 mins away, hire a boat hourly or take a picnic and venture out for the day. From Sutton Staithe you can travel on the river to Ludham Bridge where you can moor and visit a gift shop and tea rooms.
A Haven For Wildlife
Located close to the Catfield Fens RSBS conservation area , we are an ideal spot for bird watching. we have some beautiful wild birds in our grounds and have encourage them with daily feeding and nesting boxes over the years. At dusk a local barn owl appears and during the night you may be lucky enough to see wild Red Deer.
Fishing
There are many beautiful spots to fish on the Norfolk Broads . Local boat hire 5 mins away . If its sea fishing you prefer the coast at Seapalling is 10 minutes away.
Great Yarmouth Seaside And Attractions
Our largest seaside attraction with all the popular seaside entertainment has amusements, a Sea Life center , a fun fair and the famous and oldest Hippodrome Circus. So weather its an ice cream or a walk along the pier you will find it all here. There is so much to see and do in this wonderful location of the Norfolk Broads and a warm welcome awaits you .
Norwich City Cathedral
Norwich Cathedral is a major attraction and is well worth a visit. Norwich also has the most churches in the world in any one city and a castle and museum.
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Catfield Village Post Office and Genral Stores
Our village post office offers a full range of groceries for all your basic needs. Walking distance only 10 mins and is opposite our friendly village pub.
Catfields Village Public House " The Crown "
In our village we are very lucky to have a charming and very quaint little pub which is only a 10 minute walk . The landlords Gail and Scott are very welcoming and offer excellent customer service . The Menu has a good choice of hearty pub food, serving an excellent roast on sundays.
Norfolk Zoos
A popular local attraction is Thrigby wild life zoo in Filby about 20 mins away and Amazon Zoo in Cromer is 30 mins . Cromer is a quaint little sea side village with a wonderful pier hosting some great shows and some nice shops to explore.
Contact us
- Starry Meadow Plumsgate Rd Catfeld NR29 5DF
- Plumsgate rd runs into wood street .
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About
"Cozy Nook" , Barn Owl View , Foxtails Den ,& Rabbits Burrow accommodation all have a fire pit & gas BBQ and is available from March to October.
You can book directly with us via e mail or telephone or we can be found on Airbnb where you can see all our availability dates . We look forward to welcoming you. Thank you
Amanda & Barry
Accommodation
Booking & Availability
01692 584233 or 07502474444
“Cozy Nook” Glamping: sleeps two adults /double bed, heated, TV/DVD ,fridge, microwave and a firepit/grill.
The shower area is heated, a double rustic walk in shower and stone sink & toilet. Outside utility area. "Cozy Nook" is located in a woodland meadow of about 3 acres , exclusive to you without another glamper in sight. The grounds are exclusive to you and totally private.
Minimum stay is 2 nights during the week and 3 nights over a weekend from a Friday or Saturday. Adults Only and sorry no pets due to having many other animals on site,
Firepit & BBQ with outside seating . (We apologize but bedding duvet & cover, pillows & towels are not supplied) please bring these personal items with you .Also Firewood and fire lighters not supplied . Tescos 5 mins away swell these items .
Fire pit & BBQ included at no extra cost. The BBQ is gas and easy to operate .
Our Three brand new shepherd huts are now open from August the 1st 2021 . with shower & toilet facilities inside each shepherds hut. ( no shower blocks ) There are only three and all are spaced out for privacy .
Donkey therapy or piggy pog meet & greet experience 1hr £45 for 2 people .
This includes grooming, cuddles, learning all about their care and a photo shoot (booking advisable on arrival ) subject to weather permitting.
Other Therapies range from £25.00 to £35.00
Please note: Therapies May change due to availability during the time of your stay .
