Coastal cottages and self catering in East England

Curlew Cottage, Reydon, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £329 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Reydon sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious cottage, close to open countryside and within easy walking distance of the seaside town of Southwold 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. All properties therefore have 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 good local's bar. Curlew Cottage is a deceptively spacious cottage that has been decorated and furnished to a high standard. Located in a quiet residential area, there is open countryside close to hand as well as the property being within easy walking distance of the glorious seaside town of Southwold. This cottage makes an ideal location for a relaxing getaway at any time of year. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 0.5 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting/Dining Room with a flat screen Freeview TV, DVD, Bose iPod player, dining table and chairs Stairs to Galleried Study with desk, Wi-Fi from BT Home Hub, books, and games Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer with icebox and dishwasher Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and w.c.(washing machine also installed at the property)Bedroom 2 with twin beds Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 3 with single bed and pull out single bed which can make a double or twin beds Bedroom 4 with single bed and pull out single bed which can make a double or twin beds Airing Cupboard - useful area for drying damp laundry Garden: Enclosed sheltered garden with summer house and furniture. There is a side gate which is ideal for dog walking! Parking: Off-road for two cars. Heating: Gas central heating. Pets: Two well-behaved small dogs. Notes: Curlew Cottage is next door to Cherry Trees so they can be booked together for larger parties.

The Bolt Hole, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £292 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: An ideal escape from the world and well positioned for the town centre and the beach. 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. The Bolt Hole lives up to its name! It is an ideal escape from the world but it is also well positioned for the town centre and beach. The property provides a comfortable base from which to explore this lovely part of the world. Shop: 400 yards Pub: 150 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/video/DVD player and CD hi-fi Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave and fridge Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Steep and winding stairs to First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and washbasin Bedroom 2 with a single bed, additional pull-out single bed and washbasin Garden: Enclosed courtyard - outhouse housing washer/dryer and outdoor furniture Parking: Roadside. Secure bike storage (in the side passage). Heating: Night storage heaters.

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.

Old Cottage, Sea Palling, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £542 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Sea Palling sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Old Cottage is a very pretty thatched cottage situated on the edge of the coastal village and within walking distance of Sea Palling wide sandy beach.

With its lovely sandy beach and traditional seaside atmosphere, Sea Palling is a perfect location for a coastal holiday. On a summer's day you may like a swim in the sea, a cycle ride through the country lanes, a boat trip on the nearby Broads or a visit to one of the many attractions close by. In winter what better than an invigorating walk along the beach followed by a warming drink inside your cosy cottage. The village has a shop, post office and two pubs

Old Cottage is a very pretty thatched cottage situated in the middle of the coastal village of Sea Palling on a quiet no-through road and within easy walking distance of the beach. It has adaptable family accommodation and is quite unique. An enclosed spacious garden makes it ideal for families. Shop/Pub: 200 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD/radio and inglenook with wood burner
Dining Area which is split level and open plan to the sitting room with table and chairs
Kitchen with gas range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with a double bed and patio doors leading onto rear garden
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 3 with four single beds - this is an eaves bedroom so there are sloping ceilings to the side
Bedroom 4/Children's Sitting Room with sofa bed - please state on booking if this is required, bean bags, TV and DVD player
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

Garden: The garden is enclosed, spacious and mainly laid to lawn with a patio area. Garden furniture and gas barbecue.
Parking: For two cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Extras: Towels are available for hire at £3.00 per person per week, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Fixed stair gate. One basket of logs for the wood burner, books, games, toys, highchair and baby monitor.
Pets: Two dogs welcome, but please do not allow in the bedrooms or on the furniture. Additional pets by arrangement.
Notes: The stairs for Bedroom 3 and the Children's Sitting Room are quite steep and narrow, in keeping with a cottage of this age. Bedroom 3 is accessed via bedroom 4 with a curtain providing privacy.

Special Offers: There is a reduction for up to four people in Price Band A £303, Price Band B £392 for 7 nights and £229 in A Band and £293 in B Band for 3 nights in ground floor bedrooms only. For 2012: Price Band A £313, Price Band B £404 for 7 nights and £236 in A Band and £302 in B Band for 3 nights in ground floor bedrooms only.

Walnut Tree Cottage, Dunwich, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £399 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Dunwich sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A traditional Suffolk cottage situated in Dunwich within minutes of the village and sea Dunwich is an unspoilt coastal village with a mainly shingle beach. The Ship Inn serves good meals as does the Beach Cafe which is well known for its fish and chips - enjoyed best on the beach. Dunwich adjoins Dingle Marshes Nature Reserve, Dunwich Heath (cliff top is National Trust owned) and Minsmere RSPB is only three miles by foot. Southwold and Aldeburgh are both ten miles away. Trains and buses can be found four miles away at Darsham. Walnut Tree Cottage is a traditional Suffolk cottage situated in a wooded valley accessed by a long, narrow unsurfaced lane. The cottage is simply furnished and is ideal for exploring all that the Suffolk Heritage Coast has to offer. It can be booked together with Apple Tree Cottage to make accommodation for twelve people in total. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 600 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD player, table and chairs and open fire Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher Winding stairs leading to First Floor: Bedroom 1 with double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with 2' 6'' twin beds Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Garden with furniture. Parking: Ample. Heating: Electric storage heaters. Pets: Two dogs permitted.

Flat 2 Lyndhurst, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £340 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: An attractive first floor flat on the sea front in Aldeburgh. A splendid location for a seaside holiday Aldeburgh, home of the famous Aldeburgh Festival of Music, is a charming, historic seaside resort with many fine Georgian buildings. The town was a medieval fishing centre and fishermen still draw their boats onto the shingle beach to sell their catches. The area around Aldeburgh reflects the unspoilt nature of the Suffolk coast and only two miles along the shore is the unusual coastal village of Thorpeness, with its picturesque mere and excellent golf course. The town has a good selection of shops and eating places. Lyndhurst is an attractively decorated and tastefully refurbished first floor flat situated in a large house with wonderful sea views from most rooms. The property is on the seafront and provides spacious accommodation. It is in a splendid location for all local amenities and provides an ideal base for a seaside holiday or to explore the heritage coast and surrounding countryside. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 50 yards. Spacious Entrance Hall leading to Sitting/Dining Room with Freesat TV, electric fire, table and chairs and balcony overlooking the sea Bedroom 1 with a king-size double bed, electric fire, washbasin and sea view Bedroom 2 with a double bed and a lovely sea view Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, and microwave Bathroom with a walk in shower, bath, washbasin, heated towel rail and wall heater Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. Heating: Storage Heaters. Notes: Bicycles can be left in hallway downstairs. Please note that this property is unsuitable for children during Aldeburgh Carnival week

Elm Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £487 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Elm Cottage is a charming fisherman's cottage situated just a few minutes walk away from the Beach and High Street shops Aldeburgh, home of the famous Aldeburgh Festival of Music, is a charming, historic seaside resort with many fine Georgian buildings. The town was a medieval fishing centre and fishermen still draw their boats onto the shingle beach to sell their catches. The area around Aldeburgh reflects the unspoilt nature of the Suffolk coast and only two miles along the shore is the unusual coastal village of Thorpeness, with its picturesque mere and excellent golf course. The town has a good selection of shops and eateries. Elm Cottage is a charming fisherman's cottage situated just a few minutes walk away from the Beach and High Street with its various shops, public houses and fantastic restaurants. Shop: 0.25 mile; Pub: 0.25 mile. GROUND FLOOR: Sitting Room: TV, DVD and gas stove Kitchen/Diner: Gas cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and table and chairs Cloakroom: Washbasin and wc. Steep stairs to FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: Double bed. Bedroom 2: Single bed. Bedroom 3: Single bed Bathroom: Bath, over bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc. Garden: Pretty enclosed garden with garden furniture. Parking: On street. Heating: Gas heating. Notes: Wi-Fi provided.

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.