Riverside House

Location: Riverside House 63 The Street, Old Costessey, Norwich, gb

Star Rating: 9 Stars

Property Type: Bed and breakfasts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• BBQ facilities
• Express check-in/check-out
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Adult only
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Key access
• CCTV outside property
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Japanese garden
• Fishing nearby
• Paddle boating nearby

Rooms Available

• Deluxe Double Room

  The double room offers a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Key access

• Hannah Scott's Cottage

  The spacious double room offers a private entrance, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This double room features an electric kettle, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as fruit for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Fruits
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Key access

Guest Reviews

• Natalie (10/5): romantic, cozy, and full of historic charm with a beautiful river view & thoughtful breakfast supply - We had a wonderful stay at Riverside House in the Hannah Scott cottage. The space was incredibly charming and romantic, with a cozy historical feel that made it perfect for a relaxing getaway. We were pleasantly surprised to discover the cottage is spread over two levels, which added to the sense of space and character, and the thoughtful breakfast supplies were such a lovely touch that made our mornings easy and special. The riverfront view was beautiful and peaceful, and we really enjoyed soaking in the scenery and the quiet atmosphere. It was also nextdoor to The Bush pub - super convenient! One thing to note: if you’re over 6 feet tall or have mobility issues, this might not be the best fit due to the layout and stairs. For us, though, it was part of the charm, and we fully enjoyed the unique, cozy experience. We would happily stay again!
• Pawel (7/5): Generalnie jestem zadowolony bo nie mam okazji często przebywać w podobnych miejscach. - Lokalizacja i historyczny charakter miejsca. Fajni właściciele. Śniadanie raczej dla wegan a ja nie jestem. Chłodno w pokojach i łazience. Latem byłoby O.K.
• Orla (10/5): Cosy, private, peaceful and very well located. - Wonderful stay in a very picturesqe and peaceful location. Room was warm, bed cosy and restful. Lovely private outdoor sitting areas outside the room and at the end of the garden right on the bank of the river. Couldnt fault it, charming!
• Christine (10/5): - The room was lovely and comfortable in a beautiful peaceful location
• bernard (8/5): Lovely relaxed few days in a beautiful part f the country. We would come again. 😊😍 - Beautiful location. Lovely host. Great pub next door. Would have liked a settee, more and better pillows and a better tv.
• Craig (10/5): Great place lovely river location and would have been lovely to sit buy and enjoy unfortunately time did not permit woul - Home from home very comfortable
• Ioana (10/5): - We had a lovely stay at this riverside house. We’ve already spent three nights here and everything was great. The location is beautiful and peaceful, and the house was clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our time and would definitely recommend it.
• Veronica (10/5): Just perfect. - Gorgeous cottage full of history in a delightful setting. Nothing - it was as advertised.
• Matt (10/5): - The property was in a great location. Quite calm setting i found there to be good room for parking. And at the end of the garden was the river which is really easy to get too with some great decking and seating to have a nice glass of wine or beer while the sun it setting. The hosts were great on hand if you need them. Breakfast items were replenished daily for me and bins were emptied too which was a great little touch. You will not be disappointed staying at this little gem of a place.
• Karen (10/5): -
• Lauren (9/5): - Lovely self contained room. Lots of facilities to use within the room. Plenty of breakfast choices. Great views of the river. Peaceful location and owners helpful. Pub next door, no noise heard from this. Shop a short walk away.
• Brogan (10/5): - Amazing stay, James the host is lovely, the cottage is beautiful and in a very good location. Will definitely be coming back! 😃
• Kerry (10/5): A cosy weekend break to enjoy some quality time together without the children. - A cosy little cottage . Very welcoming . Perfect for our weekend break away .
• William (10/5): Perfect as ever - Everything Nothing
• William (10/5): Perfection - Remains the best place ever. I'm genuinely sad that I've not been able to visit for a while! I stay here regularly for work, sometimes i get a takeaway, sometimes I eat out, sometimes I cook some simple stuff via the supplied Air Fryer and Microwave, it's a great perfect mix. The hosts are incredible, the location is peaceful, the seating by the river is sublime. Looking forward to returning in the new year! There's literally nothing negative to say.
• Gavin (10/5): -
• sarah (10/5): - Perfect location , warm cosy cottage . Nice that cereal etc was provided for breakfast . The owner was friendly and helpful . Would love to come back in yhe future. Nothing
• Samuel (10/5): Nice place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of life - It was great although on my own stupidity I banged my head forgot the warnings but old and modern combined like a honeymoon getaway only on my own this time would have liked to stay longer Just the low hight of the connecting door but it couldn’t be helped I should have taken more notice of the warnings otherwise there was nothing I didn’t like
• Crosskey (7/5): - Lovely old 17th centuary cottage ,beautiful decked area overlooking the river Lack of hot water Heated towel rail not working , so towels damp
• Steve (9/5): Everything as advertised and more - The location was peaceful and beautiful with a river running at the bottom of the garden,looking out to cows grazing on the meadow and a lovely start or end to your day. The room itself was beyond expectations. Nothing
• Serena (9/5): Period property in a tranquil riverside setting - Loved sitting by the river at the end of the garden and enjoyed the close proximity of the pub and tranquil walks nearby.
• Deborah (7/5): -
• Philip (10/5): - It was a fantastic stay. The garden and river view was wonderful and the room was fantastic. I will definitely stay again.
• Angela (8/5): - Beautiful river views.Quaint cottage Next to a pub, which also has river views (but doesn't serve food) 'The Harte' further down the road does. James kept us informed
• Rebecca (10/5): Beautiful location and amazing hosts - An absolutely amazing stay. Brilliant location, wonderful hosts, beautiful scenery, and exceptional facilities. We have already booked to return later this year.
• William (10/5): Awesome as ever - Everything. Beautiful place beautiful location, clean, comfortable, well thought out and great hosts. 4th stay this year here and there still isn't anything to seriously put here. That said, I might start making stuff up so it isn't booked when I try to stay!!!!
• Dave (9/5): - Lovely property near to where we were visiting.
• Marion (10/5): -
• Christine (10/5): Exceptional -
• William (10/5): This was perfection. - What did I like? Everything! It's a stunning property in a lovely location and they have everything you'd ever possibly need for the stay. The host James was brilliant. No question too much and dealt with swiftly. Great communication. The terrace by the river as well was worth the money alone! One of the comfiest beds I've ever slept in. I mean do I have to fill this out? I mean they didn't have a bottle opener / corkscrew ? It's okay though I bought one and left it there :-)
• Ross (10/5): Exceptional - We loved the setting, the location, the friendly and helpful hosts. Comfortable , clean cottage. We had just a brilliant break. Would recommend to anyone. Nothing
• David (9/5): A wonderful weekend location, close to the city but in quiet and peaceful surroundings. - The location and outside space was fantastic. The room met all of our requirements
• Scadden (10/5): Exceptional - This was a perfect place for us to explore norwich and meet up with friends there. My husband loves to fish, so he had that opportunity . The river passed the bottom of the garden and there was a table ,umbrella and chairs down there so that I could spend time down there with him. Another great thing was that a short walk from the cottage was a bus service directly into Norwich. We did not need to use the car at all. Total privacy. All good
• Linda (8/5): Very good -
• John (10/5): Exceptional - everything good, the breakfast and stuff in the fridge was perfect, a especially the marmalade!
• Albrechtsen (10/5): Cosy old house in a beautiful area - Cosy old house with a small garden with a view of the river wensum. Located ind a beautiful area and right next to a pub. The bus to Norwich City center runs close by.
• Virginia (5/5): Mmm - Clean an cosy. Close to where my aunt was staying Bathroom was downstairs, tricky to navigate during the nt. Bed and settee was low for my mum to get up and down from. Cosy lounge/kitchen area, but looked a bit dark and dingy, could do with brightening it up.
• Pamela (9/5): Superb -
• Donna (10/5): Lovely stay at Riverview - I loved the view from the accommodation and too see wild deer was fantastic. Loved everything, location, hospitality of owner.
• Amy (8/5): We absolutely loved the cottage. - The location was stunning. The parking was over crowded at times but was manageable.
• Luke (9/5): Superb - Beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting The tranquillity of the place and the beautiful location of the place
• Kathleen (10/5): Short break - Everything we needed for a short stay. Very clean. Comfortable bed and lovely view. Plenty of options for breakfast.
• Latch (10/5): Peaceful break. - Lovely location by river.. Helpful hosts. Peaceful area.. Good bus service to Norwich. Local road closures.
• Jenny (10/5): Unique, comfy stay - Very quaint, clean and tidy. Unique property The mirror in the bathroom!! I don’t want to see myself in the shower 🤪
• Mansfield (10/5): Lovely location friendly owners lovely stay - Very clean and comfortable
• Nicholas (8/5): Very good -
• Robert (10/5): Great little cottage just a couple of miles outside Norwich - Lovely location on the river. Probably the (second) oldest place we've ever stayed in (after Ely Cathedral!). Quiet, comfortable, good bathroom (thankfully not C17th!). Great welcome pack. All good! Highly recommended.
• Patricia (8/5): Very nice stay. Toaster and microwave handy. Pretty garden and view. Clean. - Lovely view of the river from the very well kept garden. More loo rolls.
• Alice (10/5): Exceptional - The scenery was lovely the place was so nice and fresh and clean felt so welcome we will defo come back
• Jaroslav (10/5): Exceptional -
• Murtaza (8/5): Nice weekend retreat - Nice location, quaint property. Not very dar for all amenitues abd easy to get to Norwich from there. The property was cold Tge pastries (waffles) were out of date 25/01/25 and hard
• Mathew (10/5): Perfect weekend away - Perfect weekend away. Everything was clean and fresh. The little welcome treats were much appreciated. Beautiful views. Friendly host. Would definitely recommend.
• Darcy (10/5): Very comfortable and fantastic value for money! - My husband stayed here for two weeks on business and although I didn't see the property myself he reported that it was very comfortable and he slept well. Having a separate lounge area with a microwave to heat up meals was handy for him. The host was considerate, brilliant at communication and also kindly provided gluten free breakfast items on request. This property is fantastic value for money!
• Darcy (10/5): Husband enjoyed his stay - All brilliant thank you. Could do with a little (maybe foldaway) table to use a laptop :)
• Anna (10/5): Fantastic and quirky accommodation ,definitely recommend - Absolutely gorgeous very quaint 17th Century cottage. Furnishings were perfect. Had the best couple of nights sleep I have had in over two years. Wonderful selection of breakfast items provided . All in all was one of the best places I have ever stayed. Thanks so much. Highly recommend. Nothing
• Kathleen (10/5): Exceptional - Everything we needed for a short stay . Very comfortable with beautiful views. Parking no problem. Close to a pub
• Christine (9/5): Quaint cottage with a lovely welcome. - The location was great. Perfect for a base as was visiting family nearby. House was very quaint and had lots of character. Had beautiful old wooden beams , and as long as you remembered to 'duck ' you appreciated their age.lol😀 Had everything we needed for our visit. James and Katie were welcoming and were on hand if needed. Had plenty of parking and was easy to get to. Nothing to report 😀
• Simon (8/5): Very good -
• Ian (9/5): Superb - A good location, nice and quiet. A little dusty in places. The decking next to the river was very slippery and I nearly ended up going for a swim lol.
• Kevin (8/5): Very good -
• Lynda (8/5): Loved the quirky cottage and location, good parking. Friendly and helpful hosts. - A lovely quirky little cottage in a quiet location. Not as viewed at booking stage. Breakfast rather ordinary, cereals, bread, margarine, but lovely marmalade.
• Bernadette (5/5): Tired Furniture & Not Good Washing Up Facilities - The garden view even though the furniture was very tired. The washing up facilities. Personally I would get rid of breakfast bar , u can't see through the glass anyway & put a sink there
• Jake (8/5): Very good -
• Rachel (9/5): Good communication from the owner. The cottage was perfect for a weekend stay. Very comfortable bed - Lovely clean cosy cottage. Good to have the basics there on arrival. We will stay again when visiting that area of Norfolk.
• Patricia (8/5): Very good -
• Hazel (8/5): Lovely stay in a quirky cottage. Hosts made sure we had everything we needed and let us know they were available if we n - Quirky little cottage. Hosts provided everything we needed, including breakfasts, bread & milk. There was nothing to dislike.
• Catherine (8/5): Very peaceful and comfortable. Stayed here for 5 days while working a tennis tournament 15 mins away at Easton College - - Lovely cottage type place well kitted out with gadgets! Separate sitting room, large bathroom and large bedroom. Cooking facilities include air fryer, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge and coffee machine in one corner. Nothing - just mind your head as indicated on notices!
• Graham (10/5): Exceptional - Riverview was the perfect base for me to work in and around the area. The facilities,furniture,bed and the fantastic view was simply....'Great'. If one has a question our host James offered an immediate response so consider him marvelous. I can highly recommend Riverview and very much look forward to my return. 5 STARS GW N/A
• Curtis (8/5): I really enjoyed my stay at the cottage and I would definitely stay here again. - Cozy cottage on the outskirts of Norwich, it was very comfortable, the garden down the bottom was nice and you can sit on the deck watching the sunset. I found the cottage had a lot of character and charm. You have to watch your head because it is an old cottage (there are signs telling you that), finding the property was a little tricky and the shower was unpredictable, one minute it was freezing cold next minute it was piping hot.
• Joanne (10/5): Lovely stay at a lovely property - The location was beautiful the views amazing. The room was well equipped with everything you could need
• Reis (10/5): peaceful - it was a pleasant ,peaceful and romantic place to stay..definitely recommend it👌👌
• Louise (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely peaceful location. Cute little cottage. Amazing selection of breakfast. I would like to return and stay longer next year!
• Pat (10/5): Exceptional - Our hosts were very helpful and friendly. The setting is superb.
• Frances (9/5): Superb - Nice little cottage..very clean and tidy. Had everything we needed including milk bread and coffee etc. Good selection of breakfast items too. Want expecting it to be cleaned each day which was a nice surprise Nothing everything was good. Good location and easy parking
• Amanda (8/5): Very good - It is always very clean and comfortable. We love relaxing by the river. We have family in the area , so we visit a couple of times a year
• Ian (10/5): Exceptional - The quaint little cottage was lovely. Right next to a stream where you could sit and relax. We didn't like anything
• Deborah (10/5): outstanding trip lovely outstanding accomidation - Very compact with every thing we needed to hand beautiful surroundings, had a lovely time hoping to go back same time next year if there any vacancy for
• Petra (8/5): Very good - We had a lovely three night stay at Hannah Scott’s. A small self-contained little cottage, very nicely decorated and a nice terrace in the garden at the waterfront along a small river. Breakfast consisted of a choice of cereals, yoghurt, milk and a variety of pre-packed cakes and croissants. It is possible to prepare a simple meal (microwave and airfryer) Guests should realize that, as it is an old traditional cottage, all doorways are very low (approx 165cm).
• Katherine (10/5): Peaceful location, a true escape🦋 - James equipped our room with a selection of pastries and breakfast foods, we spent a lot of our time down at the bottom of the private garden watching the bats and dragonflies. The garden was also lined with buddleia so we saw many butterflies! The bed was comfy and shower pressure was great! We tried the local Chinese/thai on our first night, would recommend the ribs and duck chow mein! More ways to cook would be great, having some liners for the air fryer would make it more appealing to use. A table top induction hob would make it so you could eat at the property for more meals.
• Bbrain (5/5): Should be self catering 6 -
• Caroline (8/5): Very good - The views were amazing and it was such a peaceful and tranquil stay. Nothing
• Paul (10/5): - Excellent accommodation in a beautiful area of Norfolk with river at end of garden perfect to relax and unwind
• Rosemary (9/5): Lovely location for a short break. - The breakfast was left in the room. Tea and coffee, cereals, bread, pastries, yoghurts, margarine, milk & jams etc There was a fridge, kettle, toaster and airfryer in the room. The views from the room were lovely with seats indoors to view it and there is an outdoor seating area and a garden with more seats overlooking the river. Very beautiful. The facilities were good, and the compact use of space maximises storage. You had to ask for more of things you needed for breakfast, even milk and yoghurts which only had enough for one day. There was no decaf tea or coffee. The TV screen was rather small, but there was not really a place to put a bigger one.
• Mpp (10/5): Exceptional - Cosy, comfortable accommodation with thoughtful touches. Hosts were friendly, professional, and helpful but not intrusive. We slept very well, had good showers, and the lounge/kitchen area is well equipped with a variety of breakfast items . Beautiful river setting and if the weather had been kinder, the perfect place to relax.
• Mark (10/5): A hidden little gem, super setting, quiet, river at the bottom of the garden, next door to a pub - We are not big eaters and we had a good choice of cereals/bread/cakes to start the day nothing comes to mind
• Will (10/5): Exceptional -
• Jeff (10/5): A quiet place for a quiet stay and a quiet relaxing quirky holiday. - DIY Breakfast in 100% choices. Quirky 17th century private building - garden by river Wensum - what's not to like.
• Kathleen (9/5): Comfy cottage - Very clean and cosy in a lovely location. A quirky little cottage in pretty surroundings.
• Fran (9/5): A hidden gem with a view. - Great location. Quiet, lovely to sit by the river. Comfortable and roomy. Great hosts. Nothing too much trouble. We liked everything. Would not be suitable for wheelchairs. The TV just needs the Ariel sorting.
• Craig (10/5): Relaxing time in Harrigate - It was central for our event. City view from our room. Staff friendly and helpful. Didn’t have a meal on this visit
• Celeste (8/5): Cute cottage - Cosy little cottage. Costessey (pronounced Cossey) is lovely. Close to Cromer, Sheringham, Blakeney and Norwich, all of which we explored during our two night stay. James is great. Quick to respond. Very obliging. He came out to meet us and give us a couple of recommendations. Comfortable for a short stay. Would recommend.
• Josephine (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely views over the river with seating area. Very quiet and peaceful. James very friendly...stayed before.
• Graeme (8/5): Comfortable and well priced - Loverly little hide away with great character. All good doors are a little small, but adds to the sourouding.
• Philip (10/5): Exceptional -
• Carol (8/5): Comfortable and warm with great views - Cosy room with all the facilities you need including breakfast. Great location, overlooking the river with lovely views Riverside is connected to another cottage and the walls are thin so it was a bit noisy The tv only showed BBC channels
• Amanda (10/5): Exceptional -
• Iryna (9/5): Superb -
• Crawford (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful loved it , thank you
• Dipak (9/5): Superb -
• Welliran (9/5): Wonderful cute snug dwelling. - Brilliant communication, cute dwelling lovely location snug and comfortable

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