Coastal cottages and self catering in East England

Top Step Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £386 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Top Step Cottage is a pretty Fisherman's Cottage situated on West Lane steps just off the High Street. The property offers cosy accommodation and is ideally situated for those wishing to explore everything Aldeburgh has to offer. 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. Top Step Cottage is a pretty fisherman's cottage situated on West Lane steps just off the High Street. The property offers cosy accommodation and is ideally situated for those wishing to explore everything Aldeburgh has to offer. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 500 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV and DVD Kitchen with gas cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge with ice box, microwave, table and chairs Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Garden: Small courtyard area with table and chairs. Parking: On Street. Heating: Gas heating. Also Provided: Wi-Fi

The Mews, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £407 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Wells-next-the-Sea sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: The Mews is located in the centre of the town with all amenities within easy walking distance. Comfortable accommodation in what was originally the Coach House of one of the large properties that surround the Buttlands.

Wells is a popular town set behind a small harbour on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast. It is possible to travel from the town by narrow-gauge steam railway to the sandy beach, which is backed by pine woods. The beach is one mile from the town and has a car park and tea rooms. It is an ideal location for a holiday at any time of the year and the area is famed for ornithology and has many excellent walks. Amenities in the town include amusements, great pubs, restaurants and many interesting shops.

The Mews is an unusual, spacious single level property which has been formed from the old coach house and stables that were originally part of Monteagle House. Approached via a pretty courtyard-style garden, the property has character and charm with the additional benefit of an enclosed rear garden. With light and spacious living accommodation, it is a great location within walking distance of the quay and town amenities and good for a holiday at any time of the year. Shops/Pubs/Restaurants: within walking distance

Entrance Hall with pegs for coats Cupboard with washing machine
Sitting Room a double-height room with vaulted ceiling and original beams, display platform - private and no access, TV, DVD player, video, CD player, electric fire, dining table and chairs
Kitchen another high vaulted room with electric cooker, fridge with icebox, microwave, and dishwasher
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bathroom with period-style bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed rear garden with astro turf, patio area, summerhouse with table, chairs and power, garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Books, games and CDs.
Extras: Towels may be hired for £7.50 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: The accommodation is on one level, however please be aware that there are some internal steps within the property which may make it unsuitable for people with mobility problems. No children under the age of five.

The Coach House, Reydon, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £262 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Reydon sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Spacious and sympathetically converted property quietly situated in mature surroundings. Reydon is only divided from Southwold by Buss Creak, a narrow stretch of water where the fishing boats (Busses) of long ago used to tie up. The property therefore has easy access to beaches and town centre amenities by road and various footpaths. Reydon boasts two well-stocked village stores, as well as the Randolph Hotel, which has an excellent restaurant and friendly bar. The Coach House is a recent, sympathetic conversion combining a clean contemporary look with the character of the original building. Situated in a quiet courtyard in the grounds of the owners listed 18th century house. Comfortably furnished for two people and particularly spacious downstairs, this property is within easy reach of the beach and the many other attractions of the Heritage Coast. This cottage is near Rosemary Cottage and so would be ideal for two couples to book both together. The Coach House has ample living/dining space for four. Shop: 400 yards Pub: 100 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD player, radio, tape/CD player and wood burner Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, washer/dryer, dining table and chairs First Floor: Bedroom with a double bed and dressing area. Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Separate courtyard and sheltered patio with garden furniture. Parking: Off-road for one car. Heating: Electric heating and wood burner - fuel provided for the first night

17 South Green, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £315 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: 17 South Green is a cosy, unspoilt yet fully modernised cottage. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac 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 a greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. Secluded and peaceful, Southwold Denes is an ideal retreat for walkers and nature enthusiasts. 17 South Green is a cosy, unspoilt yet fully modernised cottage. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of South Green. It is ideal for those looking for a relaxing break, yet within a couple of minutes walk of the beach, town and promenade. Shop: 250 yards Pub: 150 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD, open fire and window looking on to the green Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with gas cooker, fridge and microwave Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and additional put-you-up bed (if required) Bedroom 2 with a single bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed Shower Room with walk-in shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed courtyard to the rear, laid to slabs with access passage through gate to the side of property. Parking: Outside the cottage when available (not allocated with the cottage) or free parking within a two minute walk. Heating: Open fire and gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Books, games, telephone for in-coming calls and assorted beach equipment. Notes: Due to the age of the property please note there is a narrow staircase with no handrail.

Castle Keep, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £626 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: An impressive detached house on Skilmans Hill enjoying views of Southwold Common over to Walberswick. An ideal location for a family holiday 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 a green-grocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. Castle Keep is an impressive house on Skilmans Hill that enjoys views of the common over the river to Walberswick. Close to the market place and with a downstairs bedroom and en-suite, this property is ideal for extended families. The walled Mediterranean-style garden provides a wonderful outdoor eating area and is a great spot to while away the evenings. Shop: 250 yards Pub: 250 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with Sky TV, DVD player, gas-fired coal effect fire and garden views Dining Room with dining table and chairs and French doors to garden Kitchen with a two-ring gas hob and electric cooker and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with a double bed Bedroom 4 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Box room with drop sided cot Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Fully enclosed garden on two levels with garden furniture and barbecue. Parking: For two cars. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Notes: Towels are available for hire at £7.50 per set/per person Castle Keep has the added benefit of a beach hut that is available at an extra charge - please indicate at the time of booking should you wish to book the beach hut for the duration of your stay.

Seadrift, Dunwich, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £750 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Dunwich sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: A newly renovated four bedroom holiday home in Dunwich which has been refurbished to the highest standards Dunwich with its intriguing past, which is revealed in the local museum (across the road from the house), is a unique village offering peace and tranquillity. There are also the remains of a leper chapel by the church and a monastery. The beach is shingle but at low tide it is partly sandy. There are many scenic pathways across the heath to the coastguard cottages and national trust tearooms. Amongst the numerous trails leading from Dunwich is one to Walberswick and on to Southwold via the ferry or bridge. The whole of the heritage coast offers excellent walking and stunning beaches to explore. Seadrift is a newly renovated four bedroom holiday home in Dunwich. It has been totally refurbished to the highest standard with ensuite bathrooms in three of the bedrooms and a family bathroom directly adjacent to the fourth. The rear garden has a large decked area with table and chairs and a barbeque to enjoy the stunning views across Dingle marshes towards Walberswick and Southwold. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 50 yards Ground Floor: Kitchen with electric Rangemaster cooker, American style fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. Large French doors open onto the decking at the back of the house. The kitchen leads into the dining area with a large oval table with seating for 10 people. A second set of French doors also leads onto the decking. The dining room leads into the Sitting Room with TV, DVD and CD player and log burner Bedroom 1 with twin beds En-Suite Wet Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 3 with a king-size bed En-Suite Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin, bidet and w.c. Bedroom 4 with a king-size bed En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Large rear garden with decked area, table and chairs and barbeque Parking: Private parking for four cars Heating: Central heating. Laundry Room: Located across the garden from the house. Contains a washing machine, tumble dryer, sink and WC. Deck chairs for the garden Notes: Towels, books, games and high chair provided

Bay Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £295 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: 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. Situated to the Southern end of Aldeburgh's High Street, Bay Cottage is an ideal cottage for any family and their pet! Well positioned, only two streets back from the sea front and within a very easy walk of all the interesting shops, restaurants and galleries Aldeburgh has to offer. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 100 yards GROUND FLOOR Sitting Room: TV, Freesat, DVD, CD player and radio. Kitchen: Electric oven and gas hob, fridge with ice box, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, table and chairs. Cloakroom: Washbasin and wc. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 2: Double bed. Bedroom 3: Twin beds. Bathroom: Bath, over bath shower, washbasin and wc. SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 1: Double bed and single bed (although there's a single bed only two people may occupy this room maintaining the total maximum occupancy of 6) and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc. Garden: Small rear courtyard garden. Parking: On street. Heating: Gas heating.

The Old Vicarage, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1079 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 12.

Features include: • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Hot Tub • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Fishing • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: The Old Vicarage is a comfortable and spacious family cottage situated within easy walking distance of Cromer town centre and the beach. It has the benefit of an enclosed garden and plenty of parking.

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.

The Old Vicarage is a spacious family house which was built in 1909 for the Rust family, and was then home to the GP before it became the vicarage. The property is set over three floors and the rooms are of a good size and in keeping with a property of this age. Set within a residential area of the town, it is close to the Lawn Tennis Club, and the Royal Cromer Golf Course. The town centre and beach are a short walk away. With the benefit of off-road parking and an enclosed garden, the property is a great location for a seaside holiday. Shops/Pubs: 0.25 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room 1 pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with DVD player, iPod dock, CD hi-fi and gas living flame fire
Sitting Room 2 pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Sky basic, DVD player and wood burner
Kitchen Diner with Aga, small electric oven and hob, dishwasher, combination microwave, fridge, table and chairs
Dining Conservatory with table and chairs
Utility Room with freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Garden Room with a couple of loungers and changing area.

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with twin beds and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 4 with a single bed and washbasin
Cloakroom with wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 5 with a double bed and TV with Sky basic
Bedroom 6 with twin beds
Day Room with a day bed and Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Enclosed rear garden with patio and lawn, decked area with hot tub. Further decked area with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Driveway parking for 5/6 cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H. and wood burner.
Also Provided: Stairgate. Telephone for incoming calls only. CDs, Books and games. Starter pack of logs for the wood burner. Broadband. Welcome pack will contain local produce. Two cots provided. Wii Box.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at the property, please be aware of our rules relating to dogs in the property. Two dog beds are provided, please bring your own bedding.
Extras: Towels are available for hire at £3 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: A housekeeping deposit of £250 is payable to Norfolk Country Cottages two weeks before the start of your holiday.