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Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages

Great Yarmouth vacation home with kitchen

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A backyard with a hot tub, a patio table, and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A single-story house with a brick exterior, a front garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a sliding glass door leading to a patio area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Scratby, Norfolk
  • Place, Caister-on-Sea Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near The Glebe
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Yarmouth Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Great Yarmouth

In Great Yarmouth .You'll find Caister-on-Sea Beach and Oasis Amusements within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Lost World Adventure Golf and Gariannonum Roman Fort are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caister-on-Sea Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Norfolk Broads - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • beach near The Glebe - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 20 min drive - 10.6 km
  • University of East Anglia - 46 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Great Yarmouth Station - 12 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haven Caister-on-Sea Holiday Park - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Frying Scotsman - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Live Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Never Turn Back Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages

This three bedroom bungalow with a very secure garden, off road parking and hot tub is located at the end of Beach Road, which is a 10-15 minute walk to the beach. On your walk to the sandy, dog friendly beach you will pass a shop, cafes, chippy and a great bakery and there is a dog friendly local pub and bar too! Everything you need for a truly dog friendly Norfolk seaside holiday!

Enter into the hallway: A really welcoming hallway with hanging space for coats and boots. Laminate flooring.

Open plan kitchen/living/dining area
The modern fully fitted kitchen has an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. There is a large free standing American style fridge-freezer in addition to a built in 60/40 fridge-freezer for plenty of human and raw dog food. There is also a microwave, toaster and kettle. The light and airy open plan lounge/diner has access to the garden via the French doors. There are two large electric reclining leather sofas and footstool in front of the TV with Sky TV with the sports channels included. The large dining table provides comfortable seating for six.

Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed with wardrobe storage, bedside tables and TV (with Sky TV with the sports channels included). The modern ensuite has a walk in shower cubicle, basin and WC.

Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 has a small double bed (4′) with bedside tables and storage for clothes. TV (with Sky TV with the sports channels included).

Bedroom 3
Twin 3′ single beds with bedside tables. There is a TV (with Sky TV with the sports channels included), chest of drawers and hanging space for plenty of storage.

Family bathroom and shower room.
Lovely modern fitted bathroom comprising of bath with shower over, WC and basin.

The whole property has underfloor heating with non-slip flooring.

Outside:
The fully enclosed garden has a luxury 6-person hot tub. There are 6ft high solid fences all round and lockable side gates. You can relax knowing you are not overlooked anywhere in the garden. The patio has a dining table set with parasol for 6 people plus separate lounging chairs.

In the garage there is an adult and separate child’s dart boards for family competitions!

Parking:
There is room for two cars right in front of the property on the driveway. There is a tethered EV charger suitable for Type 1 or Type 2 vehicles with free charging for guests.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

625746

Frequently asked questions

How close is Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages to the airport?

This vacation home is 27.7 mi (41-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages to the beach?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Caister-on-Sea Beach and 6.1 mi (15-min drive) from Great Yarmouth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Palace Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages to downtown Great Yarmouth?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Ormesby St. Margaret with Scratby.

Woodpecker Lodge | East Ruston Cottages Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

David F.

Good base

Lovely little bungalow on the edge of the village, very well equipped and convenient for the local beaches. A good base from which to visit the countryside .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect property, massively dog friendly, perfect location, easy acces to shops beach and much more, hot tub topped it off along with the welcome pack of goodies, will be going back. California inn for food was outstanding and so friendly and welcoming, scratby beach was stunning and perfect for the dog walk. Spotless when we arrived couldnt fault anything.
Yuki at the beach
Yuki at scratby
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emma c.

A lovely bungalow

A very well equipped holiday home for humans and dogs. Very clean and well situated for days out and the beach. A lovely week had by all.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect short break

A wonderful modern bungalow with everything you could need for a dog friendly break. A short walk to a fabulous beach, and plenty of room to relax in the hot tub. A great location for exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scatby Yarmouth

Loved it here great for the beach and plenty to do dog friendly we're ever you go really cant fault it thumbs up from me
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Perfect Stay

We recently spent a long weekend at Woodpecker lodge and it was the most perfect place. The attention to detail was second to none. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property particularly for reactive dog owners.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Everything was perfect

Hot tub was amazing, the lodge was modern with everything we needed, our dogs were so relaxed all the photos I took were of them enjoying the luxurious dog beds provided, we had a lovely stay for our 40th wedding anniversary and will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A gold star property

Woodpecker lodge has everything anyone could wish for to have a fabulous relaxing holiday, dogs included. We will be back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

Dogs and humans had an Amazing time in this well equipped house .Great location in walking distance to village and dog friendly beach .Hot tub was a bonus .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Good secure garden.

We had a lovely time. Enjoyed the hot tub. So lovely to walk down to the amazing beach from woodpecker lodge.Had fun playing darts and the Doggies loved the big dog beds
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

The bungalow was very well equipped and the owners had left some very welcome supplies for our arrival. Lots of information about the facilities of the bungalow as well as places to visit. Also lots of blankets etc for our 4 legged friends. Only downside was road was a little noisy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

A great stay.

We loved our stay at Woodpecker Lodge. The accommodation was fantastic with everything we could possibly want and need. Our dog was certainly spoiled with the variety of treats, toys and beds to use and he loved playing in the garden before heading off to the amazing nearby beaches.. The nearby building work did not disturb as when we were in the garden as luckily they were not working nearby whilst we stayed. Overall a fantastic stay and we were really impressed. I’m sure we will be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Fabulous place!

We had a lovely long weekend at Woodpecker Lodge! The place is really lovely with everything you need. The bed is so comfy and so are the sofas! I would highly recommend the local farm shop Hirsts, the meat and fish and local veg are so good. Local beaches are also ideal for taking your dog for a walk on the beach, our Great Dane loved the freedom!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Christmas break!

As soon as we walked in to Woodpecker Lodge we knew we would have a great holiday - immaculately clean, with some Christmas decorations, it was immediately inviting. We explored many of the local beaches and towns, loved the local bakery and the Smokehouse. For the dogs, we couldn’t have asked for more with a large assortment of crates, throws on the sofas and spare towels, not to mention a fabulous welcome hamper! There were even some steps to help my old boy up and down from the sofa. Evenings in the hot tub, the added bonus, meant we had a great Christmas break! Definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marion F.

Scratby 4 night break

Had a great break at Woodpecker Lodge,the property was everything you could ask for. At the end of a close and back garden & hot tub not overlooked. Short 10 mins to walk to the beach. Would recommend highly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property, good location

Had a lovely week here with our dog and little boy. Perfect base for exploring, venturing to the beach and relaxing. Lovely daily walks to the baker and the view from Scratby beach. Short drive to Winterton-on-sea where beach access was more suited to our old dog :) The house was so well set up, clean, spacious and very very comfy. Plenty of storage for clothes and cupboard space for food in the kitchen! . Generously furnished and very clean throughout.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

This visit we came midweek this gave us more opportunities to explore other areas as Woodpecker Lodge is in a good location. Lovely clean, warm and modern property. Great for our family as my dad is 93 and my hound is over 14. You really don’t need to bring much for your dogs as this property has everything. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Woodpecker

To find somewhere that 6 adults and 6 spaniels all loved and had no complaints about must be worth shouting about! The closeness to the sea and the amount of stuff provided for the dogs made this a very easy and relaxing week. Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great accommodation, but be aware of building works

This property is absolutely fantastic! Incredibly dog-friendly, with everything a human could want and more! The only thing I'd change inside the property is more fans, the south-facing rear of the property made everywhere feel really warm. Unfortunately there are building works taking place behind the property so if you are staying during the week you will be able to hear it, so maybe not ideal if you and your dogs need calming background noise.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Lodge

Absolutely gorgeous and spacious bungalow with everything (and more!) needed for humans and dogs. Lovely welcome hamper, super comfy bed and great beds for dogs too. In a quiet cul-de-sac and just a 10 minute walk to the beach. Convenience store just across the road and a lovely bakery and fish & chip shop within 5 minute walk. Honestly couldn’t find fault with anything and was very sad to leave.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect from start to finish!

Absolutely the best dog-friendly holiday cottage company I've ever come across. Our holiday at Woodpecker Lodge was perfect from start to finish, from the initial information and communications to all the dog-friendly furnishings in the extremely well-equipped cottage. Humans were very well looked after too: we enjoyed the immaculately kept hot tub, the comfortable outdoor and indoor furniture, the rainfall shower, and the thoughtful goody basket. The surroundings were exactly as described: the lovely beach was a few minutes' walk away and the bakery and fish-and-chip shop were both excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A good base to explore Norfolk

A lovely long weekend in Norfolk with family and the dogs. The location is a good place to explore. Off season so some local places were closed but we could easily get further afield. Dogs were very comfortable and were given the luxuries to make it a home from home for them. Their dog beds were extremely comfortable. The cottage was exceptionally clean and comfortable for 6 people and was well equipped. Would definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicky Z.

Beautiful bungalow with every comfort possible.

Immaculately presented with some lovely touches like electric reclining sofas, Sky TV, hot tub, comfy beds. Everything you could need is supplied, lovely dog beds and sofa covers. We drove to the beach as have elderly dogs but not far to walk if you have more active dogs. I was surprised that there was always parking available (free) right by the beach. Very peaceful walks and quiet area. Great communication by the owner too. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

ANITA G.

Immaculate accommodation

Lovely bungalow, good location very clean, there was only two minor negatives that can easily be rectified , no wine glasses and no mirrors in bedroom or near a socket so you could use a hairdryer/ straightners. Would definitely recommend and return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Our mini break

Great holiday home just minutes from the beach x eveything we needed was there x bit of a steep walk down on to the beach but beautiful once down there x Great dog friendly pubs nearby The only problem we had was that the area wasn’t very wheelchair friendly but I should have done my research before we went