Dragonfly Retreat in Upper Marham | Must-See Norfolk Hot Tub Cottage

About Dragonfly Retreat

Dragonfly Retreat is a hand-built, single-storey studio pod on Little Abbey Farm in Pentney, Norfolk. It sits on a working farm overlooking a pond on one side and grazed fields with sheep, cows and chickens on the other. Every pod on site is built to the highest standards with underfloor heating, a king-size bed, robes and slippers included and fuel and power covered in the rent.

Pentney is a quiet Norfolk village between King's Lynn and Swaffham. The area is great for walking, cycling and water skiing at nearby Pentney Lakes. Welney Wash Wetlands is close by for birdwatching. It's peaceful, private and genuinely off the beaten track.

The pod sleeps 2 in a studio layout with a king-size bed, kitchenette with air-fryer and induction hob, sitting area and a shower room with walk-in shower. It can be booked alongside Ref. 1131297 to sleep up to 4.

Castle Rising is under 10 miles away. Sandringham Estate is roughly 9 miles. Oxburgh Hall (National Trust) and Castle Acre Priory are both within easy reach. King's Lynn is the nearest town with shops, restaurants and the Lynn Museum.

Dragonfly Retreat suits couples wanting a proper break. The outdoor hot tub is a highlight guests rave about stargazing and watching calves from it. With a farmhouse breakfast available and homemade cake on arrival, this is hard to beat.

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Need To Know

✓Underfloor heating
✓ Air-fryer, induction hob, kettle, toaster, under-counter fridge/ freezer and hairdryer
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen, towels and robes included in rent
✓ Off-road parking on lawn
✓ Decking with furniture, lawn with hot tub, shared access to the outdoor furniture and farm grounds
✓ Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓ Shop 5.4 miles, pub 1.5 miles
✓ Note: There are steps up to the pod
✓ Note: There is no WiFi in the pod but guests may access internet from the B&B breakfast room
✓ Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am
✓ Note: This property has a 3 night minimum stay
✓ Note: Property accepts check- in on a Monday or Friday, other check-in days may be available only upon request, prior to booking

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Dragonfly Retreat

Hot Tub Under the Stars

Guests consistently praise the outdoor hot tub. Perfect for stargazing at night or watching cows and calves graze across the farm fields.

Homemade Welcome Pack

Arrive to homemade Victoria sponge, fresh scones, jam, sausage rolls, flowers and tea and coffee. Guests call it a genuinely thoughtful and generous touch.

Farmhouse Breakfast

Breakfast at the Little Abbey Farm farmhouse is available to guests. Multiple reviewers describe it as exceptional and a real highlight of their stay.

Working Farm Setting

The pod overlooks active farmland with sheep, cows, calves and chickens. One guest fed a hand-reared lamb a genuine bucket-list moment.

Immaculately Clean Pod

Reviewers repeatedly describe the pod as immaculately clean, well maintained and feeling brand new. Underfloor heating keeps it cosy year-round.

Brilliant Hosts

Owners Ben and Diane are praised across 20 five-star reviews. Guests say they were treated like family and that nothing was too much trouble.

Getting To Dragonfly Retreat

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Dragonfly Retreat by car, head towards Pentney in Norfolk and follow signs to Little Abbey Farm. The pod is set on a working farm with off-road parking available on the lawn for your vehicle.

By Train

The nearest railway station is King's Lynn, approximately 8 miles from the property. From there, a taxi or local bus will get you to Pentney in around 15 to 20 minutes.

Off-road parking on the lawn

King's Lynn station (approx. 8 miles)

Little Abbey Farm, Pentney, Norfolk, PE32 1EW

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Sandringham Estate

Distance: 9 miles

PE35 6EN

Castle Rising Castle

Distance: 9 miles

PE31 6AH

Oxburgh Hall (National Trust)

Distance: 12 miles

PE33 9PS

Pentney Lakes

Distance: 2 miles

PE32 1JB

Welney Wash Wetlands (WWT)

Distance: 14 miles

PE14 9TN

Castle Acre Priory & Castle

Distance: 10 miles

PE32 2AF

King's Lynn Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

PE30 1HP

Swaffham Market Place

Distance: 10 miles

PE37 7AB

Downham Market High Street

Distance: 11 miles

PE38 9DH

King's Lynn Bus Station

Distance: 8 miles

PE30 1PQ

King's Lynn Train Station

Distance: 8 miles

PE30 1AE

Swaffham Taxi Services

Distance: 10 miles

PE37 7DQ

Sandringham Estate

Distance: 9 miles

PE35 6EN

Castle Rising Castle

Distance: 9 miles

PE31 6AH

Oxburgh Hall (National Trust)

Distance: 12 miles

PE33 9PS

Pentney Lakes

Distance: 2 miles

PE32 1JB

Welney Wash Wetlands (WWT)

Distance: 14 miles

PE14 9TN

Castle Acre Priory & Castle

Distance: 10 miles

PE32 2AF

King's Lynn Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

PE30 1HP

Swaffham Market Place

Distance: 10 miles

PE37 7AB

Downham Market High Street

Distance: 11 miles

PE38 9DH

King's Lynn Bus Station

Distance: 8 miles

PE30 1PQ

King's Lynn Train Station

Distance: 8 miles

PE30 1AE

Swaffham Taxi Services

Distance: 10 miles

PE37 7DQ

Is Dragonfly Retreat Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Dragonfly Retreat is best suited to couples and adults. That said, children who enjoy farm life will love seeing sheep, cows, calves and chickens up close on Little Abbey Farm. The pod sleeps 2 so families with young children should consider space carefully before booking.

For Couples

Dragonfly Retreat is built for couples. A king-size bed, robes and slippers, an outdoor hot tub for two and a working farm setting that is genuinely peaceful. Arrive to homemade cake and flowers. Book a farmhouse breakfast. Sandringham and Castle Rising are both under 10 miles away.

Pet Friendly

Dragonfly Retreat does not accept pets. This is a strict no-pets property. The site is a working farm with livestock including sheep, cows and chickens so this rule is in place for the safety of both guests and animals.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Dragonfly Retreat

The Dabbling Duck, Great Massingham

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PE32 2HN

The Stuart House Hotel & Bar, King's Lynn

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PE30 5DH

Crofters Coffee House, Swaffham

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PE37 7AQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Dragonfly Retreat

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes. Dragonfly Retreat has its own outdoor hot tub located on the lawned area outside the pod. Guests describe it as well maintained and perfect for evening stargazing or watching the farm animals graze.

Is it pet friendly?

No. Dragonfly Retreat does not accept pets. This is a no-smoking property on a working farm so both rules are strictly enforced.

How many guests does Dragonfly Retreat sleep?

The pod sleeps 2 guests in a studio-style layout with a king-size bed. It can be booked alongside the neighbouring pod (Ref. 1131297) to accommodate up to 4 guests across both.

What is included in the welcome pack?

Guests arrive to homemade cake, fresh scones, butter, jam, sausage rolls, fresh flowers, tea, coffee, milk and sugar. Hosts Ben and Diane prepare this personally and it is praised in almost every review.

Is breakfast available?

Yes. Guests can use the farmhouse breakfast room at Little Abbey Farm B&B. Reviewers describe the breakfasts as exceptional and a real bonus to the stay.

Is there Wi-Fi in the pod?

There is no Wi-Fi inside the pod itself. Guests can access the internet from the B&B breakfast room on site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am. The property accepts arrivals on Monday or Friday with other days available on request prior to booking.

Is there parking at Dragonfly Retreat?

Yes. Off-road parking is available on the lawn at the property. The pod is easily accessible from the local road network in Pentney, Norfolk.

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Dragonfly Retreat Reviews

Jackie

Great place to stay. We had a lovely time there. The superb breakfasts were an added bonus. Great welcome, nothing was too much trouble. We will return.

Darren

Wonderful stay , lovely hosts . Fresh baked scones and cakes on arrival . Breakfast at the farmhouse was exceptional. It was my partners birthday and she got to tick off a bucket list item when she fed a lamb.

Had a great stay. Accommodation clean, with all facilities we needed. Hot tub was perfect. Everyone we met around the working farm were most hospitable. Maybe a little more signage for visitors especially on arrival, as it was not absolutely clear where to go through the farm to park the first time we drove in.

Nicola

I was skeptical at first, this place has only 5 star reviews. We decided to give it a go and honestly it was one of the most relaxing experiences I had in years. The cabin was incredibly nice, well curated, cozy and warm. The hot tab was absolutely incredible, we spent so much time in it, looking at the sunset and enjoying evenings. The only negative note is that nearby there is a RAF airport, and every once in a while we could hear loud noises, but they never really disrupted our relaxation. We'll be back soon!

Absolutely amazing! We were blown away on arrival. Great communication from the owner, everything in the listing was perfectly accurate. Fantastic break, would highly recommend.

Inside dragonfly was perfect, the photo of property needs updating as pond and trees are very overgrown but didn't effect are stay at this time of year but would have been a bit disappointing in the summer.

My husband and I loved our stay at the Dragon Fly. The host and his wife treated us like family! We were greeted with delicious baked goods, homemade jam and sausage rolls upon arrival. Our pod was very clean, comfortable and contained everything we needed during our stay. We loved sitting in the hot tub and watching the cows and calves interact, while the herd moved around the field grazing. Totally relaxing environment! Thank you for a great stay!

Christopher

We had a lovely relaxing 4 nights stay. Loved the hot tub was the icing on the cake. Lovely fresh flowers full size Victoria sandwich cake scones butter milk etc as a welcome gift nice touch. Good advice from owners on where to have Sunday lunch. Lots to do nearby Excellent everything we needed.

Absolutely amazing stay! Felt very welcomed and a great property. Would definitely recommend for a much needed break

An absolutely beautiful place to spend a week, could not have asked for a better place! The area is great for exploring as well with plenty of hidden gems. Thank you so much for making our first Sykes experience a perfect one.

Wonderful cabin and extremely friendly staff. Thank you for a beautiful stay. The homemade cakes were a wonderful touch and very thoughtful. Loved it here and would definitely recommend.

What a lovely weekend we had for my partners birthday. Thank you for the lovely baked goods which were a nice extra touch. Was lovely to have coffee and milk there too so when we arrived we could have a hot drink after the drive. The hut was so lovely and well looked after. It was perfect for our weekend and I have even forwarded it to a few friends so they can book and enjoy it too. Thank you so much

Rhianna

We stayed for two nights and had the best time I couldn't recommend it enough! The attention to detail, cleanliness and welcome package including a homemade cake, jam and flowers made the stay even more enjoyable. The hot tub was perfect for stargazing and extremely relaxing.

Fantastic value lovely location welcome pack unbelievable chocolate cakes fresh scones milk butter and teacoffe sugar some really nice touches very well equipped will definitely be coming back . 2 minor faults was as your on a working farm there are flies so a fly zapper in the lodge would of been great to keep them at bay and the other thing would be some storage boxes under the bed for your clothes.

Very clean and well equipped. The welcome cakes were a lovely touch and we enjoyed them muchly. We also made us of the BnB's breakfast facilities. Perfect for relaxing and taking some time out, very peaceful surroundings. We would definitely return.

Lovely little cabin. Ben the property owner was kind. Lots of farm animals to interact with and watching the sunrise was the best. Get's a little hot at night so I'd suggest bringing a fan. Other than that it was fantastic

A really lovely break away from hustle and bustle of life. We could relax and take in farming life while appreciating wildlife and the animals around us, especially two hand reared lambs who were local residence and very friendly. Destination was very central to both kings Lyn and Swatham so great location too. The hot tub was a great addition and was also well maintained. Thank you to Diane and Ben who left a delicious handmade cake on our arrival along with scones, after a long travel up was perfect addition to a cup of tea. Truly relaxing experience.

Had an amazing time, its quiet, very private and felt very peaceful! Was simple to check in and out and the people that run it were very friendly. The cabin itself was very clean and tidy. Thank you

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Dragonfly Retreat, Upper Marham

About Dragonfly Retreat

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Hot Tub Under the Stars

Homemade Welcome Pack

Farmhouse Breakfast

Working Farm Setting

Immaculately Clean Pod

Brilliant Hosts

Getting To Dragonfly Retreat

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Dragonfly Retreat Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Dabbling Duck, Great Massingham

The Stuart House Hotel & Bar, King's Lynn

Crofters Coffee House, Swaffham

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Dragonfly Retreat Reviews