Coastal cottages and self catering in East England

Pilgrims Cottage, 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: 18th century thatched cottage. 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 Cottage was the original cottage in the Pilgrims collection and it has recently been refurbished. It was built in the 18th century and thatched in Norfolk reed. The cottage is laid out on the ground floor and has a real feel of traditional rural life.

Sitting Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV, DVD player, digital set-top box, radio/CD player and open fire - coal and wood supplied
Kitchen with electric cooker/grill, dishwasher, larder fridge with icebox, microwave, walk-in larder and foldaway table and chairs
Bathroom with a free-standing bath/shower attachment, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 1 with a double bed, side tables, dressing table and mahogany clothes stand
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and corner 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.

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.

Snettisham Water Mill, Snettisham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £390 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Snettisham sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Snettisham Water Mill is a beautiful Grade II* listed water mill and granary built in the local carr stone. This unique property stands in over one acre of its own grounds which include a lakeside garden, river and sluice race

The pleasant village of Snettisham offers something for everyone - whatever your age and whatever the weather! The beach is less than two miles and, with the traditional seaside resort of Hunstanton five miles away, it is a perfect location for discovering Norfolk's splendid coastline. Ornithologists will enjoy the RSPB reserves close by, there are many excellent walks and cycle rides in the area and Sandringham, the Queen's country estate is nearby. The village has a selection of shops and there are also pubs that serve food, such as the acclaimed Rose and Crown.

Snettisham Water Mill is a beautiful Grade II* listed water mill and granary built in AD1800 in the local carr stone. It has been lovingly restored by the owner to provide extremely comfortable accommodation whilst retaining the original mill machinery which you can see through some carefully placed internal windows. This unique property stands in over one acre of its own grounds which include a lakeside garden, river and sluice race and a small area of ancient woodland, all in all a beautiful property in a stunning setting with an abundance of character. Shop/Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with 4ft single bed
Bedroom 3 with 4ft single bed
Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Open Plan Room with views on both sides over lake and river Sitting Area with comfortable seating, 40"wide screen TV with Freeview, DVD and CD player Dining Area with table and chairs Kitchen Area with electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, and microwave

Garden: Fully enclosed with patio, lakeside garden, lawn and separate small area of woodland accessed via a footbridge.
Parking: Driveway for two medium size vehicles.
Heating: Under floor and air source heat pump/air conditioning unit.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games.
Notes: There is a public footpath at side of driveway. Children should be supervised at all times due to unfenced water. Mill machinery is open to the public on occasional Saturdays and bank holidays.

Annie's House, Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £389 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Thorpeness sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: Annie's House is light and spacious with a homely feel. Just a mile north of Aldeburgh is this fascinating seaside village, built in the 1920s by Glencairn Stuart Ogilvie, an architect, barrister and playwright. The mock Tudor style of building is now the hallmark of Thorpeness, where the amenities include the Dolphin Inn, the Thorpeness Hotel with its 18-hole golf club, a country club with tennis courts and the Meare - a large shallow boating lake with tearooms nearby. The beaches are mainly sandy and behind the village is a myriad of footpaths over heath and common land. Annie's House is a modern home, situated in a lovely setting opposite Thorpeness church. It has light and spacious rooms, yet with a very homely feel. A short stroll down the lane in one direction will bring you to the beach and in the other direction you will reach Thorpeness Meare. The property also offers wireless broadband. Shop: 120 yards Pub: 120 yards. GROUND FLOOR Kitchen/Dining Room: Electric cooker, gas hob, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, table and chairs. Sitting Room: TV, DVD, open fire, doors leading to the Garden Room: Table and chairs. Cloakroom: Washbasin and wc. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: Double bed. Bedroom 2: Bunk beds, plus a pull-out bed, ideal for children (black-out curtains also provided).Bedroom 3: Twin beds. Bathroom: Bath, over bath shower, washbasin and wc. Garden: Fully enclosed rear garden with patio furniture. Garage: Fridge freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, Butler's sink and clothes drying area (suitable for locking bikes). Parking: Off-road for three cars. Heating: Gas heating and open fire. Notes: Telephone for incoming calls, stair gate, books, games and bicycles, wireless broadband all provided. The stairs have a hand-rail each side, making them very easy to climb. One dog welcome with permission, but please note that dogs are not permitted on some sections of the beach during the summer months.

19 New Street, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £274 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: This fisherman's cottage has been fully modernised, with many of the original beams retained. It is a really cosy character cottage which is in a great location for a holiday in Cromer.

Cromer is a traditional seaside resort with a cliff-top setting and wide sandy beaches running down to the sea. It is famous for its fishing boats that still work off the shore and offer freshly caught seafood. The town has a fine pier, a local history museum, a new lifeboat museum, a golf course, multi-screen cinema, Amazonia zoo, indoor children's play barn, Kart Track, cycle hire, shops and restaurants as well as seafront entertainment, making it ideal for a family holiday. Cromer church tower is the tallest in Norfolk and the more adventurous might like to climb to the top to enjoy the wonderful views.

This fisherman's cottage has been fully modernised, with some original beams retained making a cosy character cottage. Being only 50 yards from the seafront and in easy walking distance of the town centre it offers excellent accommodation for a relaxing seaside holiday. Shop: within walking distance Pub: within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, video, CD hi-fi, dining table and chairs
Kitchen with electric oven and gas hob, fridge with icebox and microwave
Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and space for a travel cot
Bedroom 2 with a double bed

Garden: Enclosed, secure courtyard with decked area, table, chairs and barbecue.
Parking: Roadside or nearby public car park.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, CDs, books and games. Travel cot and stair gate. Beach mats and chairs, buckets and spades. Telephone for incoming calls only.
Pets: One well-behaved dog or cat welcome.
Notes: The property has cottage-style stairs in keeping with a property of this age.

Millway Cottage, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £580 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Millway Cottage is situated halfway along Mill Lane, a very quiet road in the heart of Southwold and within easy reach of the shops. The Cottage is a wonderful light and airy house offering very comfortable accommodation and parking. Southwold South Green Area - Properties here enjoy one of the best locations in town. From many of them you can look across South Green towards Gun Hill and the sea and the properties are within minutes of the market place, with the elegant Swan Hotel, an excellent range of small shops including greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. Millway Cottage is situated halfway along Mill Lane, a very quiet road in the heart of Southwold and within easy reach of the shops. The Cottage is a wonderful light and airy house offering very comfortable accommodation, with the added bonus of a car parking space. The kitchen/diner offers a very social area with its large cooking range a bonus for the keen cook. The rear garden provides two seating areas, along with a barbeque for those summer days! Ideal for families and couples to enjoy. Shops: 50 yards Pub: 100 yards Ground Floor: Spacious Entrance Hall with desk and chair Sitting Room with two sofas, window seat, flat screen TV/Freeview/DVD and gas fire Kitchen/Dining with Falcon 5 burner gas hob and two electric ovens, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, radio/cd player and table and chairs Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. Washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer First Floor: Bedroom 1 with twin beds Bedroom 2 with 2'6 day bed Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Second Floor: Bedroom 3 with twin beds and TV Attic Room with Z bed, only suitable for children. (Please note that due to eaves there is restricted headroom. Access is reminiscent of an Alice in Wonderland door)Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. Garden: Beautiful rear garden, two seating areas with table and chairs and gas barbeque. Parking: Private parking for one car and an additional small car. Heating: Gas central heating. Notes: Towels available to hire.

Nightingale Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £473 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 6.

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: Nightingale Cottage is a Victorian detached house, recently restored to a very high standard. Contemporary open plan interior with high quality furnishings. Aldeburgh and the surrounding area has inspired many authors and poets in the past but the most famous son of the town is Benjamin Britten who founded the Aldeburgh Music Festival which now has worldwide acclaim and is held every year in June at Snape Maltings. Fishermen still pull their colourful boats up on the shingle beach and sell fresh fish from the picturesque huts. The wide, mainly Georgian high street has many attractive buildings whilst the seafront properties all have commanding views of the beach and the North Sea. Boating is popular on the nearby Alde estuary where a large variety of yachts can be seen at summer weekends. Nightingale Cottage is a Victorian detached house, recently restored to a very high standard. It has a contemporary open plan interior with high quality furnishings. The French doors in the sitting room lead to the professionally landscaped garden with a gate which leads onto the public footpath and across the marshes. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 150 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting/Dining Room/Kitchen with TV/DVD area, wood burner, gas hob/electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge/freezer Utility Room with washer/dryer and storage for shoes and coats, leading to Bathroom with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed, French doors opening onto a private balcony with spectacular views over the marshes and to the River Alde and Orford Castle, the Lighthouse can also been seen on a clear day and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with bunk beds Bedroom 3 with a double bed Bathroom with bath, shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Fully enclosed with lovely views. Large patio area with decking, table and chairs, barbecue, lawn, garage for bike storage and gate leading to marshes. Parking: Outside the property. Heating: Wood burner (logs included) and gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Travel cot and highchair. Notes: Pets only accepted from 2012 onwards - If you need to use Broadband internet, the cottage has a wireless connection.

Oyster Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £363 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: A well equipped former fisherman's cottage within easy reach of the beach and the sea. Aldeburgh and the surrounding area has inspired many authors and poets in the past but the most famous son of the town is Benjamin Britten who founded the Aldeburgh Music Festival which now has worldwide acclaim and is held every year in June at Snape Maltings. Fishermen still pull their colourful boats up on the shingle beach and sell fresh fish from the picturesque huts. The wide, mainly Georgian high street has many attractive buildings whilst the seafront properties all have commanding views of the beach and the North Sea. Boating is popular on the nearby Alde estuary where a large variety of yachts can be seen at summer weekends. Trains can be found at Saxmundham 6 miles away. Regular buses depart for Saxmundham, Leiston and Woodbridge from Aldeburgh High Street. Oyster Cottage is in a prime position just off the town centre and only one street away (150 yards) from the beach. The property is a charming refurbished fisherman's cottage with a small courtyard that catches the afternoon sun. It has been thoughtfully furnished and equipped to a high standard and provides a welcoming retreat made for two. The cottage is in an ideal location to explore the delights of the heritage coast, from beachcombing in the summer to autumn walks and cosy open fires. Shop:150 yards Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD, hi-fi/iPod dock, open fire, dining table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave combo and washer/dryer Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Traditional steep winding stairs to...First Floor: Dressing Room leading to Bedroom with a king-size bed Courtyard: Fully enclosed rear courtyard patio with table and chairs. Parking: On roadside Heating: Gas-fired central heating and open fire. Pets: One well-behaved dog permitted.