The Pelican Guesthouse

The Pelican,136 Norwich Road, Ashwellthorpe, NR16 1AL, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
175 reviews

Located in a charming, quiet village. Jackie, our host, was went out of her way to greet us, to make our stay pleasant, and to provide a delightful breakfast.

Terry United States of America
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The Pelican Guesthouse

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The Pelican Guesthouse in Ashwellthorpe provides accommodations with a bar and a shared lounge. This guest house provides free private parking, daily room service, and free Wifi. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A minibar and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a kettle. Blickling Hall is 29 miles from The Pelican Guesthouse, while Dunston Hall is 9.2 miles away. The nearest airport is Norwich International Airport, 16 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
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  • Terry
    United States of America United States of America
    “Located in a charming, quiet village. Jackie, our host, was went out of her way to greet us, to make our stay pleasant, and to provide a delightful breakfast.”
  • R
    Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Late check-in was agreed with the owner, and friendly greeting.”
  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    “Very friendly and helpful owner. Room was clean and comfortable. Excellent buffet breakfast. Plenty of parking. Well situated for visiting Norwich. Nice places to eat in the vicinity.”

Hosted by Jackie Maginn

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
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Jackie Maginn
A friendly, flexible Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a beautifully converted Grade II listed barn setting. 4-double, en-suite shower rooms available: clean, & comfortable with coziness & charm. Our clean, friendly & well-appointed rooms, are ideal for weekday business travellers or weekend get-aways. A large residents Lounge area, with SKY TV, and comfy sofas, breakfast/dining area & cosy nooks. Free WIFI, In-room tea & coffee facilities, Ample car parking, Self-serve continental breakfast. The space Hosts live on-site in a separate area, and are welcoming former publicans & experienced hosts. A home away from home feel, with discounts for block bookings (Mon-Thurs, Weekend or Full-week) Want all four rooms with exclusive hire? - drop us a line & we'll see what we can do for you. Overnight bike storage available. All areas are non-smoking. Pets are welcomed by prior arrangement only, please. Please note: The Pelican PH is currently closed, but the B&B has recently reopened again - reviews are available via tripadvisior. Interaction with guests Jackie and Del, your hosts live on site in a separate area, above the former Pelcian Inn (now closed).
Hi, I'm Jackie. I have lived in Tacolneston for 20 years and ran the Pelican for the majority of those as a chef and owner with my husband, Del. We also ran the B&B as part of the Pelican, and I'm happy to say that we have had lots of enjoyable times, and lots of great reviews over the years, for both food and accommodation. Unfortunately, due to ill health, we had to close the Pelican and the B&B in 2016, but we are now able to reopen the B&B and are looking forward to welcoming guest again through AirBnB. I still love to cook, and am hoping to be offering a great homecooked breakfast and evening meals, as the B&B develops. I'm lucky enough to have 4 fantastic Grandchildren, and 3 grown-up children and love spending time with them and the rest of the family ....and even, Del (when he's not fishing, that is!)
Pronounced 'Tack-ol-ston', Tacolneston is a quaint, rural village and has a variety of amenities including a primary school, village store / post office, two public houses, a church & a takeaway. Walks and cycle routes abound amongst the wide-ranging Norfolk Countryside. Tacolneston a great place to begin your exploration of Norwich, Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond. With easy connections to the A11 & A47, and Norwich only 8 miles north (12-15 minutes) We're also close to historic Wymondham (5 miles); Snetterton (13 miles) and the Norfolk Broads (20 miles to Wroxham), & about 40-50 minutes from the coast. Getting around Tacolneston is situated 8 miles South West from the city of Norwich, 5 minutes off the A11. Tacolneston is a great jumping off point for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk: Central to North Norfolk, Kings Lynn, Southwold and close to Norwich, Thetford and Wymondham. 8 Miles from Norwich City centre (10-12mins), 14 Miles from Snetterton Race Circuit (20mins), 22 miles from Norfolk Broads (Wroxham) A (very quaint, thatched) bus stop is just outside. Off road car parking is in ample supply.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Pelican Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    The Pelican Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Pelican Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Pelican Guesthouse

    • The prices at The Pelican Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Pelican Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, The Pelican Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Check-in at The Pelican Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

      • The Pelican Guesthouse is 1.8 miles from the center of Ashwellthorpe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Room options at The Pelican Guesthouse include:

        • Double
        • Twin/Double