RIVERSIDE ACCOMMODATION / FISHING ON THE NORFOLK BROADS

Ballysteen is a self catering, riverside holiday chalet situated in Brundall, just South East of Norwich, on the River Yare. It is in the heart of the Broads, has a station within 5 minutes walk which goes to Norwich in one direction (2 stops) and Yarmouth or Lowestoft in the other. The local pub "The Yare" is a few minutes walk away and serves food 7 days a week. The village has a supermarket as well as a choice of take-aways. It is surrounded by good walks and cycle routes. Good bream, perch, pike and roach have been taken from the deck. Boats may be hired or there are regular cruises from nearby boatyards.

Ballysteen sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms each containing a double bed. It is a fully equipped home including Sky freesat TV, DVD, VCR, radio / cassette / CD player, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, hairdryer and sufficient glasses, cups, plates and cutlery for your needs. The river side has an upper and lower deck complete with outside tables and chairs for your use. All bedroom linen is provided plus a choice of Summer or Winter duvets, but you will need to bring your own towels. The bathroom has both bath and shower. There is parking for one large vehicle or 2 small vehicles (I have fitted in a Rav 4 and VW Polo). For those who plan to fish a rod pod is provided for 2 rods (fishing license needed, close season 15 March - 15 June).

I am sorry, but no pets are allowed: this is both for the benefit of later guests and to protect furniture and fittings as even the best behaved pets have "accidents". Children are welcome but the river presents an obvious danger and guests need to consider how they can ensure their children's safety. No smoking is permitted inside the chalet but guests may do so outside.

Please note that weekly rates include all utilities; there are no electricity meters to worry about (unlike most larger operators). For prices and availability, see below.

To make a booking please telephone Mike on 07798 841126 or e-mail mike@ballysteen.co.uk (please telephone if late booking)

Guests Comments :

"Hi Mike, we would like to thank you for our brilliant stay at Ballysteen. We found that the info pack catered for any queries we may have had. Thanks again for a brilliant Christmas". P, C + kids 1/1/11

"Hi Mike, Thanks again for the use of your cottage. This has been our 4th visit to it. It really is home from home". K & P 16/7/11

"Hi Mike, we had a great time, lovely chalet. Best equipped chalet I have been to over the last 20 years". R & T 5/8/11

"Hi Mike, we really enjoyed our return to Ballysteen. Your cottage is so well equipped, so peaceful and relaxing and the fishing is first class....." A & S 12/8/11

"Had a fantastic fishing holiday with my dad. Ballysteen is a great place to stay and can't fault anything....maybe a fridge full of beer on arrival!!! Fishing was superb: 3 x 100lb bream hauls....." S(M) & S(C) 24/9/11