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RIVERSIDE PARTNERS

WHERE TO STAY.

Trusted Norfolk Broads holiday homes, riverside cottages, and boat hire partners perfectly suited to your guided fishing lessons.

ACCOMMODATION PARTNERS

RECOMMENDED RIVERSIDE

ACCOMMODATION

We partner with excellent local riverside holiday homes, private cottages, and boat hire providers across Norfolk. When booking your stay, mention Broads Fishing Instruction to coordinate your guided days seamlessly!

BARNES BRINKCRAFT (MALLARD)

WROXHAM - RIVER BURE

Barnes Brinkcraft - Mallard cottage

ACCOMMODATION
Mallard is just one exceptional premier option from an extensive local portfolio managed by this family-run agency. This detached, four-bedroom upside-down style cottage is specifically designed to maximize your time on the water, offering gorgeous first-floor balcony views straight over a bustling stretch of the River Bure.

  • The Setup: Sleeps 8 guests with spacious open-plan living upstairs.

  • The Fleet: Includes a complimentary day boat outside school holidays or 10% school holiday discount to explore Wroxham and Salhouse Broads.

FISHING ACCESS

  • The Lawn: Opens onto a generous waterside garden looking straight out over the main river channel. You can drop a feeder rig straight from your deckchair.

  • Portfolio Choices: They let out 15 fantastic waterside holiday homes across Wroxham—including Greylag Goose, Crested Grebe, and Heron—which all offer excellent direct garden fishing access.

LIKELY CATCH

  • Fast-moving shoals of Roach and Bream regularly pass the garden.

  • Quality specimen Perch active around the margins and marina structures.

NORFOLK HOLIDAY LODGES (FLAG HOUSE)

BRUNDALL - RIVER YARE

Norfolk Holiday Lodges - Flag House

ACCOMMODATION
Flag House stands out as a flagship choice within a broader private luxury collection of contemporary waterside properties. This striking, double-storey contemporary lodge boasts floor-to-ceiling river views, twin French balconies, and a sweeping decked area with a pergola perfect for a relaxing afternoon fishing session.

  • The Setup: Sleeps 6 guests across 3 fully renovated, modern bedrooms.

  • The Perks: Private mooring space and discounted local canoe hire options.

FISHING ACCESS

  • The Decking: Step straight down to the private dock to fish the deep river channel lines directly from the edge of your property.

  • Portfolio Choices: This agency lets out a complete modern cluster of fully renovated or brand-new sister lodges in Brundall—such as River Rest, River Breeze, and River View—each built with independent quayside fishing decks.

LIKELY CATCH

  • Heavy bags of Bream and Roach pulled into the swim on the turn of the tide.

  • Large predatory Perch feeding closely around the nearby marina structures.

RIVERSIDE RENTALS (BUREVILLE)

HORNING - RIVER BURE

riverside rentals - Bureville

ACCOMMODATION

Bureville is a beautiful character property from a wider portfolio of waterside self-catering lets across the northern rivers. Perfect for large families, this unique thatched retreat features a spacious main house alongside two independent sleeping pods so everyone can enjoy their own private space.

  • The Setup: Accommodates up to 10 guests across three characterful buildings.

  • The Perks: Features private parking for three cars with an EV charging point.

 

FISHING ACCESS

  • The Lawn: Opens onto timber decking and a manicured lawn stepping to the riverbank. Features an independent fishing shed for secure tackle storage.

  • Portfolio Choices: As an independent booking agency letting out multiple riverside properties, they curate an excellent wider selection of premium angling cottages—such as The Willows and Bure Banks—with private banks.

 

LIKELY CATCH

Dependable sport for early Roach, quality Perch, and summer Bream.
Seasonal sport for elusive Broads Tench and quality surface‑feeding Rudd.

THE RIVER HOUSE

REPPS WITH BASTWICK - RIVER THURNE

The River House, Riverside, Repps with Bastwick - river thurne

ACCOMMODATION

A premium, newly refurbished AA 4-Star self-catering cottage offering a top-tier home-from-home experience on the tranquil River Thurne. Dressed to an exceptionally high standard, this peaceful escape features smart appliances, an air-fryer kitchen, and a lounge where morning coffee is shared with swans.

  • The Setup: Sleeps 7 guests comfortably across three beautiful, modern bedrooms.

  • The Perks: High-speed Wi-Fi, modern smart TVs, and fully non-smoking layout plans.

 

FISHING ACCESS​​​​​​​​​

  • The Lawn: Boasts 70 feet of private, clean river frontage, providing a highly comfortable, unobstructed platform for all of your fishing group.

  • Amenities: Equipped with a private outdoor tackle shed, an independent live-bait fridge, and easy boat launching available at nearby Repps Staithe.

 

LIKELY CATCH

  • Outstanding season-round feeder sport targeting prolific Roach and Bream shoals.

  • Large Bream are regularly encountered, particularly fish moving between Heigham Sound and the River Thurne.

THE LITTLE HOUSE ON THE RIVER

POTTER HEIGHAM - RIVER THURNE

The Little House on the River -River Thurne at Potter Heigham

ACCOMMODATION

An idyllic, highly rated south-facing holiday cottage located just a short five-minute walk from the ancient bridge at Potter Heigham. This comfortable retreat features a full-length raised sun deck built for alfresco dining while enjoying panoramic views of the moving river water and passing vessels all day long.

  • The Setup: Peaceful and clean layout welcoming up to two pets completely for free.

  • The Perks: Walking distance to famous local discount stores and excellent tackle shops.

 

FISHING ACCESS

  • The Decking: Boasts 60 feet of private, unobstructed river frontage allowing up to four anglers onto the water at once with no buildings on the opposite bank.

  • Amenities: Equipped with a secure outdoor tackle shed, a dedicated bait fridge, and a separate outdoor toilet built just for visiting fishermen.

 

LIKELY CATCH

  • Prolific bags of Bream and Roach pulled directly to the feeder right from the lawn.

  • Superb predator fishing for specimen Perch and in the backwaters.

WHISPERING REEDS COTTAGE

HORNING - RIVER BURE

Whispering reeds Horning

ACCOMMODATION

Offering high-end waterside indulgence, Whispering Reeds is a stunning, fully refurbished, detached contemporary property located right on a quiet river tributary linking to the main River Bure channel. This luxury retreat features an outdoor kitchen, twin sun decks, a wood stove, and a private hot tub.

  • The Setup: Sleeps 6 guests across three beautiful, modern double bedrooms.

  • The Perks: Includes two dogs for free, superfast Wi-Fi, and an EV charging port line.

 

FISHING ACCESS

  • The Lawn: Features a 60-foot enclosed garden leading to a decked quay heading with a comfortable seating area built specifically for peaceful night fishing sessions.

  • Amenities: Equipped with a private 30ft boat mooring and secure tackle area for easy access (if you can tear yourself away from the hot tub).

 

LIKELY CATCH

  • Multi-species sport targeting prolific local shoals of Roach and heavy Bream.

  • Excellent predator action with specimen Perch and you may get lucky with a rare Norfolk Broads Tench.

FOUND YOUR PERFECT RIVERSIDE GETAWAY?

All listed properties offer direct fishing access on the Norfolk Broads.​​

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Let’s get your guided angling lessons locked into the calendar next!

Dates fill up quickly during the open season - get in touch today to coordinate your seamless fishing holiday.

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IMPORTANT RIVER NOTICE

IMPORTANT: NORFOLK BROADS CLOSE SEASON RULES

Please note: Because the Norfolk Broads is an interconnected river system, statutory Environment Agency laws apply strictly to all waterways. Please review these essential guidelines before planning your sessions:​

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  • The Closed Season (15 March – 15 June Inclusive): Coarse fishing is completely prohibited on all broads and rivers between these dates to allow local fish stocks to spawn safely.

  • The Open Season (16 June – 14 March Inclusive): You can legally fish the waterways during this period.

  • Rod Licencing Laws: All anglers aged 13 and over must hold a valid Environment Agency rod licence. Under 13s fish for free without a licence. Ages 13–16 require a mandatory, free junior licence. Ages 17+ require a standard paid licence.​

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​Need a licence? Get yours instantly online via the official GOV.UK Fishing Licences portal or call the Environment Agency at 0344 800 5386.

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LIST YOUR PROPERTY

DO YOU OWN A RIVERSIDE PROPERTY ON THE BROADS?

Are you a local private owner or holiday agency with a waterfront property on the Norfolk Broads? If your location offers exceptional bank fishing access, safe staging, or premium angling facilities, we would love to hear from you. We offer reciprocal linking opportunities that drive high-intent angling guests straight to your booking calendar.

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