Accommodating up to two adults and two under-12s, this modern glamping pod on a small complex is ideal for making magical family memories during your holiday. It’s ideal for exploring the beauty of rural South Norfolk, but is also within 200 metres of Banham Zoo. The light and airy nature and layout of this Shepherd’s Hut also makes the most of indoor-outdoor living, ideal with little ones in tow.
One of five huts, on a slightly larger complex, there’s plenty of space around this holiday home from home, with rural views and trees on the horizon. Entering via the slightly raised decking, you come into the open-plan living space, reaching the kitchenette first, with the lounge/diner just after that. The comfortable bedroom has a slightly quirky king-size bed topped by two small bunks (for younger children. There’s a sleek and contemporary wet room for freshening up after a hard day’s activity, too. The bright and neutral decor, quirky curved ceilings, modern furnishings and fixtures all make this a calming space. French doors from the kitchen open onto the furnished decking, where you can kick back and relax while the kids sleep or play. There’s designated parking behind the pod.
Undoubtedly, the big cats and giraffes at Banham Zoo will be a big draw, among the 2,000 other animals. Drive 16 miles to Thetford Forest where there are loads of cycling trails and footpaths through the woodland, as well as the original Go Ape adventure park – if little ones need to burn off extra energy! There’s no upper age limit, but there are height and age restrictions for the very young, so check in advance. The market town of Diss (8 miles) offers opportunities to mooch about, stock up with supplies and admire the Edwardian and Georgian architecture.