Coastal cottages and self catering in East England

Nicholson Cottage, Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £361 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Happisburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: One of four very well appointed cottages offering sympathetically restored accommodation with use of a large recreation barn.

Happisburgh (pronounced Haisbro) is a seaside village on the North East Coast of Norfolk, famous for its red and white lighthouse. It offers visitors a quiet, rural location, sandy beaches and cliff-top walks. The village has a post office/store and a traditional coaching inn and is within a 15-minute drive of the market towns of North Walsham and Stalham with easy access to the Norfolk Broads and many other tourist attractions.

In past years, Church Farm has been a favoured holiday location for famous artists such as Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, Ben Nicholson and Ivon Hitchens, keen to relax in a rural idyll. The large grain barn and stables have been sympathetically converted to retain character and create four beautiful cottages, which all have exposed flint walls and old beams. There is a large recreation barn (9am-8pm) offering a racket sports area, a pool table, table tennis table and a comfortable seating area with books and games. Each cottage has its own door allowing access directly into the recreation barn. Shop/Pub: 0.25 miles

Typically suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.

The beamed door opening in Nicholson Cottage where empty grain wagons left the main barn makes an interesting feature in the open-plan living area. Exposed flint walls, beams and artwork by the painter Ben Nicholson give added character to each room. The cottage is on one level and has an enclosed patio and garden area with gas barbecue, rotary dryer and outside furniture.

Spacious Open Plan Living Area with Sitting Area with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, Freeview box and radio/CD player
Kitchen Area with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, freezer, dining table and chairs
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
There is direct internal access to a shared recreation area

Parking: There is one designated parking space for the cottage and an additional two spaces available in the grounds. Further parking is available approximately 300 yards from the cottage.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Board games. There is a payphone and a coin-operated tumble dryer in the barn. Stair/door gate available on request. Cycle storage rack. The cottage can connect to the Internet via wireless access.
Notes:On the following dates will be charged lower than the bands indicated by the 'Price Breaks' table 14th April - 12th May, 1st Sept, 15th and 22nd Sept all at Band A. 7th April, 26th May and 1st Sep at B, 2nd June at C.
25th Aug will be charged at E.

Booking dates for Christmas and New Year 2012 are 21st to 28th December and 28th December to 4th Jan.

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.

1 Chequers Row, Friston, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £315 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Friston sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: 1 Chequers Row is on the end of a terrace with a south/east facing garden with a walnut tree that gives dappled shade. Friston is a small tranquil village situated in a quiet area of Suffolk, within easy reach of many interesting locations, to make your holiday enjoyable. The old town of Aldeburgh with its beach and fishing boats, cinema, museum summer theatre, shops and restaurants, and Leiston with its leisure centre/pool, cinema and museum are about 4 miles away. As is Snape Maltings, which has shopping/galleries, and the concert hall. Thorpeness has its own laid back style and boating mere, is approximately 5 miles . Countryside with good, interesting walks is all around, of note are Dunwich heath, Minsmere bird reserve, and Rendlesham forest , Southwold, Walberswick, Orford and Woodbridge all are within 25 miles drive. 1 Chequers Row is on the end of a terrace of four houses which was built about 20 years ago, but is designed to look like a terrace of period cottages. It has an east/south facing garden with a walnut tree that gives dappled shade. It is a peaceful retreat with no parking worries and is within easy reach of interesting days out. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 20 yards. GROUND FLOOR Sitting Room: TV, DVD, CD player and wood burner. Kitchen: Cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine and table and chairs. Cloakroom: Washbasin and wc. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: Double bed. Bedroom 2: Twin 2'6'' beds. Bathroom: Bath, over bath shower, washbasin and wc. Garden: Enclosed rear garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Parking: Private for 2 cars.

7 Lighthouse Close, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £431 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious house with stunning sea views making it an ideal choice for a traditional family holiday.

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.

This spacious semi-detached house has recently been refurbished and is finished to a very high standard. It is situated opposite the lighthouse and has stunning views across to the sea. The town and the beautiful beach of Old Hunstanton are only a short walk away, making the house an ideal choice for a traditional family holiday. Shop/Pub: 1 mile

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, Freeview, DVD player, multi-fuel wood burner, table and chairs
Kitchen with range cooker consisting of a gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave
Conservatory with under floor heating, blinds, comfortable seating and TV
Shower Room with large shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed, double-aspect windows with views of the lighthouse and sea and En-Suite Bathroom with freestanding bath, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with bunk beds and sea views
Shower Room with large walk-in shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Large, enclosed lawned rear garden with patio area.
Parking: Driveway for two cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
AlsoProvided: Towels. Starter pack of fuel for the wood burner, books and games.
Pets: One well-behaved dog welcome, but to be kept downstairs at all times.
Extras: The owner's Beach Hut at Old Hunstanton is available to hire for £60 from Sunday - Friday, payable on booking.
Notes: Smoking is ONLY allowed in the conservatory. There is a right of access at the rear of the property for the neighbouring properties.

Coopers Retreat, Sheringham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £372 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Sheringham sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Detached • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: Detached three storey period Sheringham cottage skilfully converted retaining many original features. 300 yards from the beach.

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.

Cooper's Retreat is a detached three-storey period property, situated in the heart of Sheringham, just 300 yards from the beach. It has a wonderful feeling of light and space, and has been skilfully renovated to retain many original features including original wood and pamment floors and open fireplaces. Shop/Pub: 0.25 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, open fire, TV, video and DVD player
Dining Room with dining table and chairs and CD hi-fi
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and TV/video
Bedroom 2 with bunk beds
Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and washbasin
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3 with a double bed and TV/video

Garden: Fully enclosed small pretty decked garden.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: G.F.C.H. included May-Sept and £10 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Stairgate. Very good selection of children's toys. Telephone for emergency calls only.

Bay Tree Cottage, Mundesley, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £372 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Mundesley sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Bay Tree Cottage is a newly renovated brick and flint cottage with spacious accommodation near to the beach at Mundesley.

The village of Mundesley is an excellent location for a seaside holiday. It has a wonderful wide beach by a small promenade and a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Some may enjoy a dip in the sea or perhaps just the chance to relax and enjoy the view, whilst children will love to play on the golden sands. There is a golf course and driving range in the village with both horse riding and sea fishing available locally. Historic houses, steam trains, water sports and nature reserves are all within a short drive.

A traditional brick and flint cottage which is approximately 100 years old; and in a sheltered position at the end of a gravel lane. The property has just recently been fully renovated. Whilst retaining its character, it offers comfortable, spacious and child-friendly accommodation with modern amenities. Shops/Pubs: within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player and electric living flame fire, arch into Snug/Children's Play Room with a variety of games and toys
Kitchen/Dining Room with gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, table and chairs
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Sun Room with comfortable seating

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed
Bedroom 2 with a single bed
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath pumped shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed patio garden with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Driveway for two small cars or one medium; the access is quite narrow so you may prefer to park at the rear of the property where there is a small private car park.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, but not beach towels. Books and games. A varied selection of baby/toddler equipment, travel cot, highchair, pushchair, stair gates, changing mat.

Wee House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £462 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Beautifully presented property, recently renovated and furnished to a high standard and just a few steps to the beach. Southwold Pier Area - It is often said that nothing changes in Southwold. However, the much-acclaimed pier was rebuilt in 2001 and was the first to be constructed in England in over fifty years. It now fits in well with the painted beach huts, promenade and colourful flowerbeds. There is a shop, cafes and an alternative amusement arcade there. The selection of properties' hereabouts makes it an ideal location to stay in Southwold if you require quiet accommodation that is also close to the beach, town centre and the many footpaths across the marshes leading you to the less explored areas of the town. Beautifully presented, The Wee House has been renovated, restored and furnished to a very high standard. It is just a few steps to the beach and other local amenities and has the advantage of a private courtyard garden and private parking. This property comes highly recommended and is the ideal retreat for all seasons. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 200 yards. Ground Floor: Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Room is an open plan room, with flat screen TV, DVD player, quality furnishings and appliances including cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, dining table and chairs Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed courtyard with garden furniture. Parking: Private for one car. Heating: Central heating/Under floor heating.

Shrimp Cottage, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £315 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: In a prime seafront position facing the sea on the upper promenade Southwold Pier Area - It is often said that nothing changes in Southwold. However, the much-acclaimed pier was rebuilt in 2001 and was the first to be constructed in England in over fifty years. It now fits in well with the painted beach huts, promenade and colourful flowerbeds. There is a shop, cafes and an alternative amusement arcade there. The selection of properties' hereabouts makes it an ideal location to stay in Southwold if you require quiet accommodation that is also close to the beach, town centre and the many footpaths across the marshes leading you to the less explored areas of the town. Shrimp Cottage is in a prime seafront position facing the sea on the upper prom and with steps down to the lower promenade and beach. The town centre is also close by. The property is aptly named and provides delightful compact accommodation for no more than four adults. Shops: 100 yards Pub 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting/Dining Room with flat screen TV/DVD and radio, cosy stove and sea views (even when seated)Kitchenette with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher Steep and winding stairs to First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Very steep and narrow stairs to Second Floor: Bedroom 2 with 2 adult sized single beds Bedroom 3 with a single bed, shower and washbasin Garden: Small courtyard at front of property. Parking: Street parking (not adjacent).Heating: Full central heating. Notes: Please be aware of steep stairs. Phone for incoming calls only.