1 Ant River Lodge Houseboat
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About this listing
NO.1 – ANT RIVER LODGE
Newly Renovated for 2025
Important Notices
No Fishing: 15 March – 16 June
No Row Boats: November – March
River Lodge Houseboats 2 (Filby), 4 (Hickling), 6 (Salhouse) and 8 (Wroxham) feature larger, more accessible balconies (see photographs).
Please refer to the site map — Ant (1) is located closest to the road.
Accessibility Notice
Access to the houseboat is via an uneven wooden pathway. Entry requires stepping over a gap between the shore and the vessel above the water, which may be unsuitable for guests with limited mobility. Please contact us before booking if you have any accessibility concerns.
The Property
Set within a peaceful and relatively private waterside location, Ant River Lodge offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the Norfolk Broads. Surrounded by stunning scenery and abundant wildlife — more than any other UK national park — this is the perfect escape for nature lovers, anglers and those seeking a relaxing waterside retreat.
This newly refurbished River Lodge houseboat sleeps up to 4 guests and is dog friendly (dogs must remain on leads when outside the boat).
The main living space features a surprisingly spacious lounge and dining area with TV, dining table and a fully equipped kitchen.
One double bedroom
One twin bedroom
Both bedrooms enjoy views across the water.
A Juliet balcony offers the perfect place to sit and watch life on the river.
Please note: Natural water movement may occasionally cause gentle rocking sounds against the bank.
Fishing & River Activities
Great fishing location — seasonal restrictions apply:
No fishing permitted between 15 March – 16 June
A valid fishing licence is required for anglers aged 12+ (maximum two rods per person)
The River Ant is unique within the Broads as it feeds directly into Barton Broad, creating diverse fish habitats. Species include bream, roach, rudd, perch and pike. Summer fishing is best early morning or late evening due to boat traffic.
Rowing boats are available for hire at £50 per stay, including safety equipment (not available November – March).
Please note: refunds are not provided in cases of poor weather.
Location & Parking
Parking for up to 2 cars included
Ideal base for exploring beaches, historic houses, castles, adventure parks, theatres and local villages by car or bicycle
Perfect for both peaceful waterside stays and active Norfolk getaways
Guest Support & Offers
Dedicated Norfolk Holiday Rentals team available for assistance
Save 10% when booking two boats for the same dates
Life jackets provided (not suitable for children under 18 months)
Security & Safety
External CCTV operates around the outside of the houseboats for security (no internal coverage)
Mandatory £35 non-refundable damage waiver applies to direct bookings (not applicable to Airbnb or Booking.com reservations)
Property Information
Check-in: 4:00pm
Check-out: 10:00am
Energy costs included
Bed linen, bath towels, bath mats and hand towels provided
Please bring your own river/beach towels
Free WiFi included
Guests are expected to leave the property clean and tidy
Photos are recent but may vary slightly at time of arrival
House Rules
No smoking indoors
No unattended dogs
No additional guests beyond maximum capacity
No early arrival without prior agreement
No dog mess left on property or grounds
Avoid heavy staining of bedding (e.g. fake tan)
Turn heaters off at check-out
£50 charge may apply for breach of house rules
£50 call-out fee may apply for avoidable issues requiring staff attendance
Norfolk Holiday Rentals cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to personal belongings during your stay
Norfolk Holiday Rentals will not refund in the event of illness during your stay
Details
- Guests: 4
- Bedrooms: 2
- Beds: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Check-in After: 04:00 pm
- Check-out Before: 10:00 am
- Type: Houseboat
Prices
- night: £110
- Allow additional guests: No
Accommodation
- Small Double Bed
- 1
- Single Bed
- 2
Features
Amenities
- 24-hour checkin
- Baby crib
- Baking sheet
- Balcony
- Beach
- Bicycle
- Bird watching
- Boat
- Boating
- Car recommended
- Cleaning before checkout
- Clothing storage
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cooking basics
- Dining area
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Essentials
- Family
- Fishing
- Fishing freshwater
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Freezer
- Garden or backyard
- Hair Dryer
- Hangers
- Heating
- High chair
- Historic
- Hot water
- In person check-in
- Internet
- Kayak canoe
- Kayaking
- Kitchen
- Kitchen utensils
- Lake
- Lake front
- Lake view
- Linens
- Microwave
- Mountain biking
- Oven
- Paddle boating
- Pets allowed
- Private living room
- Refrigerator
- River
- Romantic
- Rural
- Sailing
- Shopping
- Shower
- Smart TV
- Smoke detector
- Stove
- Suitable for children
- Suitable for infants
- Toaster
- Toilet
- Towels
- Town
- TV
- Village
- Water Skiing
- Water sports
- Water sports gear
- Water view
- Waterfront
- Wildlife viewing
- Wine glasses
- Wireless
Terms & rules
- Smoking allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Yes
- Party allowed: Yes
- Children allowed: Yes