Coastal cottages and self catering in Norfolk, East England

Elma Cottage, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £482 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Holme-next-the-Sea sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: A delightful cottage which has been modernised to provide modern facilities with character accommodation. Holme is on the North Norfolk coast and offers a sandy beach and excellent opportunities for bird watching, cycling and walking.

The small village of Holme-next-the-Sea sits on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast and is at the northern end of Peddars Way, the Roman road from Colchester to Lincoln via a ferry across the wash. It has a wide sandy beach which is excellent for everything from sandcastles to kiting. With Holme Dunes and Titchwell Nature Reserve on the doorstep, Hunstanton, Burnham Market and Brancaster all within a very short distance, the village is an ideal base for exploring this part of Norfolk's coastline and enjoying its many beaches, walking and cycling opportunities.

This is a 300-year-old cottage in the quiet village of Holme-next-the-Sea, approximately one mile from the North Norfolk coast. The cottage is also close to the local nature reserves, and a ten minute drive from the fabulous beaches at Hunstanton and Brancaster. With a large enclosed garden, spacious and well equipped, versatile accommodation it is a property which can be enjoyed throughout the year. Shop: 2 miles Pub: walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room comfortably furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with Freeview, DVD player, radio/CD player and wood burner
Open Plan Kitchen a large room with electric range cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and arch to Dining Area with table, chairs and window seat
Inner Hall with access to the rear garden, door leads to the
Cloakroom/Utility Room with washbasin, washing machine and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden Annexe:
Ground Floor: Shower Room: Shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
First Floor: Bedroom 4 with twin beds (this room is in the eaves and does have some sloping walls)

Garden: Rear, lawned garden is fully enclosed and dog proof with a patio area, garden furniture and barbecue. There is a further wildlife area at the bottom of the garden - this area is fenced so children cannot access it as it has a ditch - possible that dogs may access it and they could get very muddy!
Parking: Driveway to the side of the property, suitable for three cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Pets: Three dogs are welcome at the property. We do ask that they are not allowed upstairs and should be left in the inner hall and utility room if left unattended. The inner hall is an ideal area for wet dogs. Pets are not allowed in the Annexe at any time. Damage caused by unattended dogs should be paid for.
Also Provided: A selection of books and games.
Extras: Towel hire available at £6 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: The annexe can be booked for £150 per week during the low season - bands A & B, payable on booking. During main school holidays and high season the cottage and the annexe have to be booked as one unit. Therefore the prices shown for bands A & B are for the house only please add £150 per week if you wish to book the annexe. Some pillows are feather filled.

Shrimp Cottage, Stiffkey, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £229 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Stiffkey sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Cosy little cottage in the centre of the village. Presented in a traditional style.

The coastal village of Stiffkey is set in An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has one of the richest salt marshes for wildlife in the country, providing excellent opportunities for both ornithology and walking. The sandy beaches at Holkham and Wells are just four miles along the coast and sailing is available at nearby Morston and Blakeney. Stiffkey has a shop and a pub which serves food, with further amenities available in the lovely Georgian town of Holt, which is seven miles away.

Shrimp Cottage is a cosy little cottage, situated close to the main coast road and within walking distance of the village pub and post office. It provides comfortable accommodation presented in a traditional style. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 100 yards

Ground Floor:
Entrance Porch with garden chairs
Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, TV, DVD, Sky TV and open fire
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge and microwave

First Floor:
Bedroom with a double bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Attractive lawned area.
Parking: For one small/medium car.
Heating: Convector heaters by £1 meter.
Also Provided: Coal and kindling for your day of arrival, further supplies can be purchased from Stiffkey Post Office Stores.
Extras: Please bring your own bed linen, duvets are provided. Bed linen can be hired at £10 per week, payable on booking. Electricity by £1 meter.
Pets: Two pets welcome.

Kittiwake, Sheringham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £78 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Sheringham sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: The beach is just minutes away, as is the town centre. Kittiwake could not be more central and the accommodation is ideal for a family or a couple. This is an excellent location for a traditional seaside holiday.

The charming seaside town of Sheringham is an excellent location for a holiday in beautiful North Norfolk. The award-winning beach is of flint pebbles when the tide is high, giving way to a large expanse of smooth sand as the tide recedes. Cliffs rise on either side of the town, which has a backdrop of wooded hills, including those in the wonderful Sheringham Park. Sheringham is also home to The North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash Leisure Centre, a golf course and an excellent selection of shops, tea-rooms, pubs and restaurants.

Kittiwake is a pleasant modern property just minutes from the seafront at Sheringham. The accommodation is comfortable and spacious enough for families or couples. The town centre is just a few minutes' walk away with all its amenities which include numerous shops and restaurants, the fabulous Little Theatre and the main centre for the Poppy Line steam train. A lovely destination for a traditional seaside holiday. Shop/Pub/Restaurants: within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview and Sky Dish, DVD player, CD player, gas living flame fire, table and chairs
Kitchen with electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge with icebox, microwave and washer/dryer

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bath Room with bath, over-bath electric shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed small courtyard with table and chairs.
Parking: Public car park just a few minutes, weekly parking tickets available from local tourist office.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games. Sky Dish available please bring your own sky box.

9 Weston Square, Holt, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £261 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Holt sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: 9 Weston Square is a period brick and flint mid terrace property set in a quiet position but within a few minutes walk of the centre of Holt.

The charming Georgian town of Holt is the ideal base to tour North Norfolk and boasts a selection of interesting shops including antique shops and art galleries. On the edge of the town, the green flag awarded Holt Country Park has over 200 acres of woodland with nature trails and organised events. Bird watching is one attraction in the area with the bird sanctuary at Cley and the coastal villages such as Blakeney close by. The pretty seaside town of Sheringham is only six miles away.

9 Weston Square is a period brick and flint mid-terrace property set in a quiet position in the heart of Holt and within a few minutes' walk of delightful restaurants and boutiques. It has been tastefully renovated and furnished and provides stylish comfortable accommodation. Shops/Pubs/ Restaurants: all within a few minutes walk

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD hi-fi, table and chairs and a feature fireplace fire
Kitchen with electric hob and gas oven, fridge/freezer and microwave

First Floor:
Bedroom with a double bed and feature fireplace
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Open courtyard area at rear with table and chairs.
Parking: For one vehicle in square, not designated parking.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, radio, books and games.
Notes: Please note there is a right of way to adjoining properties through the courtyard. For Christmas and New Year bookings a security deposit of £100 will be required payable to Norfolk Country Cottages two weeks prior to the start of the holiday. Traditional Norfolk winder stairs in keeping with age of property.

112 High Street, Blakeney, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £329 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Blakeney sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Cosy character Blakeney cottage just a few minutes walk from the sea. Great location for a holiday in Blakeney.

The quaint flint cottages and narrow streets, sloping to the tidal creek, give Blakeney a timeless quality loved by visitors all year round. The village is set in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty and it is easy to see why. The salt marshes stretch out to Blakeney Point, famous for its seals and migratory birds and you might like to take a boat trip from the quay to see them. The village has tennis courts, children's playground, shops, pubs and eating places.

This brick and flint listed cottage forms part of a 200-year-old merchant's house, which has been converted into three properties, that stand in a courtyard, just a few minutes walk from the quay. It provides cosy and comfortable accommodation and has recently had the kitchen and bathroom refurbished. Shop/Pub: within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating including sofa, sofa bed, TV, video, DVD player, CD player, wood burner, dining table and chairs
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, table and chairs

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with 1 single bed and a 2` 6" child's bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath power shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Very small patio with picnic table, which is part of a shared courtyard.
Parking: For one car in courtyard. Further parking at public car park 200 yards away.
Heating: Wall-mounted electric heaters in Sitting Room, Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2. One free-standing heater in the Kitchen. Heated towel rail in the Bathroom.
Also Provided: Telephone - honesty box. Books and games.
Pets: Two small well-behaved dogs or one large well-behaved dog welcome. Please do not allow your pets upstairs or on the furniture.

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.

Pilgrims Progress, Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £430 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bacton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Swimming Pool • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Interesting conversion of a small Norfolk barn. One of four cottages which together sleep 18. Shared swimming pool.

Once an important place of pilgrimage, the ruins of Bromholm Priory are still to be seen in Bacton today. The Priory was built in 1113 AD by William de Glanville and was home to the Cluniacs, the Black Monks who purchased a piece of the True Cross, the Bromholm Roode. Ensuing miracles ensured visits by many thousands of pilgrims including King Henry III. The Priory was mentioned in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, the Domesday Book, and was the subject of a prediction in Mother Shipton's Almanac.

Today the coastal village opens its doors to the 21st century pilgrims who visit for their holidays. They enjoy the friendly village atmosphere and the sandy beaches, which are often quiet even in the height of summer. There is a good range of local amenities including pubs, shops, a children's playground and a bowling green.

These four beautifully refurbished cottages are set in the extensive mature and secure gardens and grounds of the 16th century Grade II listed Pilgrims House, which was once the farmhouse of Bromholm Priory. A track behind the properties leads to the sandy beach. See further cottage details and 360 degree views on www.pilgrimsholidaycottages.co.uk Shop: 30 yards Pub: 400 yards

Gardens: Each cottage has its own private area with table, chairs and gas barbecue. There is shared use of the extensive gardens with a summerhouse, outdoor chess set and croquet.

Swimming Pool: At the centre of the complex the 16th Century Grade II listed, thatched barn houses a large 13 x 6 metre heated indoor swimming pool and has exposed beams and stained glass windows, with sauna, shower and wc The pool, with an average year round temperature of 30c, is available for all guests and it may be used between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

There is no lifeguard, so an adult must supervise children at all times and nobody can use the pool area on their own.

Exercise Room & Laundry:On the first floor of the gig house/wood store is an exercise room with exercise bike, weights, air hockey and a pool table. The laundry area has a washing machine and tumble dryer for guests to use free of charge. There are also irons and ironing boards.

Parking:There is a private car park with parking for one car per property with further free public parking available 30 metres away in Abbey Street.

Pets: One very well-behaved dog per cottage.

Pilgrims Progress is an attractive conversion of a small Norfolk barn, featuring flint walls and exposed beams with elm boards and terracotta tile flooring. Ground floor layout may be suitable for the less able. Please ask for details.

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Sitting Room with two comfortable sofas, corner fireplace with realistic flame-effect electric fire, TV with digital set-top box, DVD player, radio/CD player and stained glass window
Kitchen/Dining Room with an electric cooker/grill, dishwasher, microwave, larder fridge with icebox and an antique farmhouse dining table and chairs
Bathroom with bath/shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 1 with twin beds, side tables, wardrobe, dressing table, stained glass window and French doors leading on to the garden

First Floor:
Gallery Bedroom 2 accessed from dining area, steep wooden steps which can be left in position or put into vertical position to give more space below, a double low-level bed, drawers and hanging space.

Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels - please bring your own beach/pool towels. Books, games and CDs. Wi-Fi.

Pilgrims Chase, Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £642 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bacton sleeps 6.

Features include: • Wheelchair accessible • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Swimming Pool • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Good quality, wheelchair friendly barn conversion. One of four cottages which together sleep 18. Shared swimming pool.

Once an important place of pilgrimage, the ruins of Bromholm Priory are still to be seen in Bacton today. The Priory was built in 1113 AD by William de Glanville and was home to the Cluniacs, the Black Monks who purchased a piece of the True Cross, the Bromholm Roode. Ensuing miracles ensured visits by many thousands of pilgrims including King Henry III. The Priory was mentioned in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, the Domesday Book, and was the subject of a prediction in Mother Shipton's Almanac.

Today the coastal village opens its doors to the 21st century pilgrims who visit for their holidays. They enjoy the friendly village atmosphere and the sandy beaches, which are often quiet even in the height of summer. There is a good range of local amenities including pubs, shops, a children's playground and a bowling green.

These four beautifully refurbished cottages are set in the extensive mature and secure gardens and grounds of the 16th century Grade II listed Pilgrims House, which was once the farmhouse of Bromholm Priory. A track behind the properties leads to the sandy beach. See further cottage details and 360 degree views on www.pilgrimsholidaycottages.co.uk Shop: 30 yards Pub: 400 yards

Gardens: Each cottage has its own private area with table, chairs and gas barbecue. There is shared use of the extensive gardens with a summerhouse, outdoor chess set and croquet.

Swimming Pool: At the centre of the complex the 16th Century Grade II listed, thatched barn houses a large 13 x 6 metre heated indoor swimming pool and has exposed beams and stained glass windows, with sauna, shower and wc The pool, with an average year round temperature of 30c, is available for all guests and it may be used between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

There is no lifeguard, so an adult must supervise children at all times and nobody can use the pool area on their own.

Exercise Room & Laundry: On the first floor of the gig house/wood store is an exercise room with exercise bike, weights, air hockey and a pool table. The laundry area has a washing machine and tumble dryer for guests to use free of charge. There are also irons and ironing boards.

Parking: There is a private car park with parking for one car per property with further free public parking available 30 metres away in Abbey Street.
Pets: One very well-behaved dog per cottage

Pilgrims Chase is a high quality conversion of four stables and a feed barn. All the original beams are intact. There are pitch pine and terracotta tile floors throughout. Equestrian memorabilia abound. The Chase is laid out on the ground floor and may be suitable for the less able.

Sitting/Dining Room spacious room with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, digital set-top box, radio/CD player and gate-leg dining table and six chairs. There is a Tudor brick fireplace with gas log fire.
Kitchen with electric cooker/grill, dishwasher, larder fridge with icebox and microwave
Bathroom with a large bath/shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 1 with a double bed, side tables, wardrobe, chest and dressing table
Bedroom 2 with twin beds, side tables and hanging space
Bedroom 3 with twin beds, side tables and hanging space
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels - please bring your own beach/pool towels. Books, games and CDs. Access to Wi-Fi Internet connection.