Coastal cottages and self catering in England

Little Seascape, Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £270 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Woolacombe sleeps 2.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: An excellent high quality retreat, perfect for couples, in the heart of the village.

Nestling in the garden of the owners own home, Little Seascape is an excellent high quality retreat in the heart of this popular seaside village. Beautifully presented in an open plan contemporary style, the comfortable living room with stylish fitted kitchen area has patio doors out onto the sunny decked terrace and small fully enclosed garden with lawn with barbecue. The accommodation is completed by an attractive double bedroom and modern pristine en suite shower room. On arrival you will find a reserved parking space and your own private gated access to the cottage. The friendly owners take great care to respect your privacy but may occasionally use the gate to access the lane into the village. Woolacombe's fabulous choice of shops pubs and restaurants are only minutes away and the stunning three mile stretch of golden sands within a short stroll. This lovely home is a perfect base for discerning couples to enjoy at any time of year.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Open plan living room with 32 inch wall mounted TV with Freeview, DVD and CD player. Kitchen area with electric oven and hob, microwave, washer/dryer and larder fridge. A freezer is available for use in the garage. Bedroom with Double and ensuite shower room with spacious walk in shower cubicle, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heating. Wi-Fi broadband. Garden furniture. BBQ. Regret no pets. 1 private parking space. No smoking. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday

1 Catlin Cottages, Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £294 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cley-next-the-Sea sleeps 3.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: 1 Catlin Cottages is tucked away in a quiet position at the end of a pretty flower-lined loke but within a few minutes' walk of the centre of Cley. It is a charming, early 19th century, former fisherman's cottage.

The village of Cley lies in a wonderful position on the beautiful North Norfolk coast. The main street winds its way past pretty flint cottages and houses, with Cley windmill being one of Norfolk's best known landmarks. There is excellent bird watching at Cley Marshes and also at nearby Blakeney Point. There is a very good delicatessen, smokery, pottery, gallery, bookshop, a restaurant and two pubs, which serve meals, in the village with further shopping and dining facilities available in the pleasant town of Holt just four miles away.

1 Catlin Cottages is tucked away in a quiet position at the end of a pretty flower-lined loke but within a few minutes' walk of the centre of Cley. It is an early 19th century former fisherman's cottage that has been renovated to a high standard without losing its traditional charm. Shop: 0.25 miles Pub: 0.12 miles

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Sky basic package, DVD player, CD hi-fi and open fire Dining Area with table and chairs Kitchen Area with hand-made traditional pine units, electric cooker, microwave and fridge with icebox
Shower Room with a shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and door through to
Bedroom 2 with a single bed

Garden: Sunny courtyard to front of property with garden bench.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: Night storage heaters and electric convector heaters.
Also Provided: Towels. Games, radio and Wi-Fi.
Notes: The property has cottage-style stairs, which may cause problems for people with limited mobility, please ask for details. Due to layout of bedrooms, property is more suitable for family use. There is a right of way to the neighbouring property through the courtyard. Pull-out bed in bedroom 2 is for occasional use as there is restricted space when fully pulled out.

Clifton House, Lowestoft, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £794 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lowestoft sleeps 10.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Detached Victorian house situated within very easy access to Kessingland beach. Kessingland is a traditional seaside village situated on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, just a few miles from Lowestoft with its award-winning sandy beach. Kessingland itself has a sand and shingle beach and is part of the Suffolk Coastal Footpath. To the south are the conservation areas of Dunwich Heath and Minsmere offering an abundance of wildlife and wonderful walks with coastal views. You can enjoy days out at Kessingland Africa Alive Park, Somerleyton Hall and Pleasurewood Hills Theme park, all of which are within easy driving distance. The village has shops, pubs and a restaurant. Clifton House is a substantial detached Victorian house situated within very easy access to Kessingland beach. The property is attractively decorated and comfortably furnished and ideal for a family holiday or get together. Shop: 1 mile Pub: 0.25 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room TV with Freeview, DVD player, and open fire Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, two fridges and freezer Conservatory with seating First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and sea views Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with a double bed Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and w.c. Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Second Floor: Bedroom 4 with a double bed and sea views Bedroom 5 with bunk beds Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Children's Sitting Room with TV, PlayStation 2, books and games Garden: The garden offers a good sized lawned area, patio and has the benefit of garden furniture. Parking: For four cars. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Travel cot. Wi-fi. Pets: One dog by arrangement and should be kept downstairs at all times. Notes: There is a small pond in the garden and care should be taken with young children at all times. Cot provided is a travel cot.

Ladybird Cottage, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £391 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: The Ladybird House is a pretty, quality conversion of a detached Victorian coach house in Hunstanton.

Hunstanton is a popular traditional seaside town, with a long sandy beach backed by distinctive striped cliffs. There are reminders of its Victorian origins including the promenade, the large green and the attractive esplanade gardens. Hunstanton town offers a host of activities for the family including a Sea Life Centre, a fun fair, tennis courts, bowling green and a sports and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, crazy golf and pitch & putt course. A little further along is quieter Old Hunstanton, which is a picturesque village with mellow carrstone houses, an impressive medieval church and a championship golf course, there is also a new eighteen hole golf course at nearby Heacham Manor. The nature reserves at Scolt Head, Titchwell and Holme Dunes are just a short distance away. The coastal footpaths in the area are great for walking and bird-watching. The Royal Sandringham Estate is approximately eight miles away, a wonderful day out with its cycling, walking and picnic opportunities.

Ladybird Cottage is a pretty, quality conversion of a detached Victorian coach house set in a quiet position in the town. It is just a few minutes walk from the beach and you can see the sea from the sitting room window. The cottage is tastefully furnished in a country style with great attention to detail. Shop/Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed, French doors to garden and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and TV and CD player
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Spacious Open Plan Room with Sitting Area - Juliette balcony overlooking the garden, pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD, record player and real-flame gas fire
Dining Area with dining table and chairs
Kitchen Area with gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher - washing machine housed under the stairs

Garden: Enclosed lawned garden. Decking area with garden furniture, patio heater, barbecue and large wooden sandpit.
Parking: For three cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H. £25 heating charge Oct - Apr.
Also Provided: Towels. Travel cot and stair gate. Books and games.

Tidal View, Appledore, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £402 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Appledore sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Fantastic coastal views, spacious modern interior and excellent facilities in the pretty village of Appledore.

Commanding the most stunning far reaching views over the Taw & Torridge Estuary to the pretty village of Instow, stretching along the coastline to Saunton and beyond, this fabulous holiday home really does have the wow factor. Exceptionally spacious and contemporary in style, Tidal View is light bright and welcoming throughout. Huge picture windows capture the views from every angle both in the kitchen and spacious living /dining room where French doors lead out onto the paved patio and beautifully kept gardens. With four bedrooms, the flexibility of sleeping arrangements is a great bonus and with level access to the property, throughout the ground floor, and a double room with en suite low level shower unit, Tidal View is also particularly suitable for less mobile guests. Three bedrooms, one with ensuite, and a lovely family bathroom are on the ground floor and a second double with ensuite and fabulous Jacuzzi style bath is on the lower ground floor, with its own access to the garden. For storage of surfboards, bikes or beach equipment ample space is provided in the garage. A fairly steep downhill stroll brings you to the picturesque quay and quaint village streets of Appledore, where pretty pastel coloured fishermen's cottages line cobbled streets. The wide sandy beach of Westward Ho! known as Golden Bay is just a short drive away, perfect for families with small children or equally popular with avid surfers. With so much to see and do there is something to suit all tastes and ages in this beautiful area, and Tidal View is a wonderful choice for your holiday base.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Living / dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and gas fire. Kitchen with range style gas and electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room with level access shower unit, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with single. Bathroom with corner bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and basin. Lower ground floor: Bedroom 4 with Double and ensuite Jacuzzi bathroom with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Garden furniture. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. Private driveway parking for 2 cars. Garage. Short breaks available. 3pm Arrival. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

The Smithy, Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A rural cottage in a pretty courtyard setting within easy driving distance of the fabulous beaches at Croyde and Saunton.

The Coach House has been carefully restored creating a real home from home. Being semi detached in a courtyard of three properties, there is plenty of storage in the garage for bikes and surfboards. An enclosed paved patio sits to the front and side of the cottage. The stable door entrance opens into the hallway on the ground floor with two bedrooms, the double having an ensuite. Upstairs the main living area benefits from lovely rural views and cosy sofas surround the open fireplace with exposed beams and latch doors. There is a separate dining room and modern galley kitchen with wooden beech work surfaces. A family bathroom with white suite is also on this level. Quietly located in the hamlet of Kingsheanton, all of North Devon's attractions and sandy beaches are within a short drive and Braunton is only three miles distance.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with twin. First floor: Living room with TV with freesat and DVD. Dining Room. Kitchen with ceramic hob and electric oven, microwave and fridge. Washing machine and fridge freezer housed in the garage. Bathroom with bath with fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Broadband. Stairgate available. 1 pet welcome. No smoking. Garden furniture. Private parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Threshing Barn, Tiverton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Tiverton sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Close to the Beach • Near Fishing •

Accommodation overview: A stylish and spacious barn conversion with many character features and stunning rural views.

Nestling in the midst of the most beautiful Devon Countryside, on the fringes of Exmoor National Park, you will find Marwoods Farm. Tucked down a single track lane in the tiny hamlet of Cove and with stunning far reaching views over the lush hills and valleys, this really is a perfect country retreat. The little town of Bampton is just 3 miles away with a lovely choice of shops pubs and restaurants, while Tiverton a ten minute drive, offers a wide selection of attractions including the twelfth century Tiverton Castle and Bickleigh Mill, located on the River Exe and offering trout lakes and fishing with picnic area, farm shops, waterside tea garden and much more. Just a few miles to the north, Exmoor National Park has something for everyone, walking, climbing, cycling or just enjoying a cream tea in the coastal resort of Lynmouth where spectacular cliffs plunge down to the sea. Adjacent to the owners own home we are delighted to offer four high quality stone built cottages, recently converted from the original farm buildings, using ECO friendly under floor heating and with excellent facilities. Overlooking the shared front lawned garden, each cottage has an individual patio with garden furniture. A special treat is the outdoor Jacuzzi Spa Pool which is available to all guests throughout the year. A discount of 10% is available should all of the cottages be booked together for a group of family or friends.

This stylish and spacious cottage is ideal for families or friends. An open plan living / dining/ kitchen features floor to ceiling beams and wide expanse of glass doors and windows. On the first floor are three attractive bedrooms. The master double room features an en suite shower room. Bedroom two is a twin and bedroom three is a spacious single with a pull out bed that can be converted to a double or compact twin on request. A second separate pristine shower room serves these rooms.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Open plan living / dining/ kitchen with 40" TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen area with ceramic hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A separate communal utility room provides washing machines and tumble dryer. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with single which can be converted to double or compact twin on request. Shower room with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Wi-Fi Broadband. Under floor heating. Garden furniture. Jacuzzi spa pool (shared) No Smoking. 1 well behaved pet welcome. Ample car parking. Short breaks available. Arr/dep for weekly bookings is Saturday

Spencer Wall, Eccles Beach, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £450 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Eccles Beach sleeps 8.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach •

Accommodation overview: Spacious family house just two minutes walk from the beach.

Midway between the coastal villages of Sea Palling and Happisburgh, North Gap is an access point through the sand dunes onto the fine sandy beaches of this coast. There is a scattering of houses and holiday homes behind the dunes, overlooking the surrounding farmland. Most people will come here for the beach, but the Broads are also easily accessible. The village pubs and shops of Sea Palling are about a mile away, and jet ski hire is also possible here with further amenities available in the nearby towns of Stalham and North Walsham.

Spencer Wall is situated in an ideal location for a seaside holiday, being just a few minutes from the beach. The spacious interior is ideal for families, and the house benefits from a large lawned garden which is great for games. Views of the dunes or open farmland are visible from all windows.. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 1.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, TV, hi-fi and open fire
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, large table and chairs
Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c.

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with a double bed and a single bed
Bathroom with bath, shower and two washbasins
Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3 with twin beds, leading to
Bedroom 4 with a double bed and a single bed

Garden: Large lawned garden, sheltered terrace area with double barbecue and garden furniture. Patio outside the kitchen.
Parking: For six cars.
Heating: Night storage heaters - included in the rental price. Free-standing electric heaters in the bedrooms.
Extras: Electricity by £1 coin meter. Please bring your own bed linen or it can be hired at £15 per person per week, payable on booking.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Notes: £100 damages deposit is payable to Norfolk Country Cottages, two weeks prior to your holiday.