Coastal cottages and self catering in East England

Flint Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £662 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Flint Cottage is situated to the southern end of the High Street, a stones throw from the Beach, shops and the Yacht Club. 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. Flint Cottage is situated to the southern end of the High Street, a stone's throw from the Beach, shops and the Yacht Club. The house offers good family accommodation and is particularly suited to holiday makers enjoying outdoor pursuits as a good sized internal store is available for golf clubs, walking boots, or even a canoe! Flint Cottage also offers a good sized rear garden with view across the marshes. Shop: 500 yards Pub: 500 yards. GROUND FLOOR Sitting Room: TV, DVD. Conservatory: Table and seating. Dining Room: Table and chairs. Kitchen: Electric cooker, fridge and dishwasher Cloakroom 1: Washbasin and wc. Internal Store: Fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer. Cloakroom 2: Washbasin and wc. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: Double bed and views over marshes. Bedroom 2: Double bed and views over marshes. Bedroom 3: Twin beds. Bathroom: Bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc. Bedroom 4: Twin beds. Situated above and accessed through the internal store. Garden: Enclosed rear garden with lawned area and patio with garden furniture. Parking: Roadside. Heating: Gas heating.

Cliff House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £630 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Cliff House is a beautiful Georgian house in a prominent position on the sea-front. 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. Cliff House is a beautiful Georgian house in a prominent position on the sea-front with only the pavement between the house and the sea! It has been modernised, retaining all of its original features to make an easy and comfortable home. Shops: 100 yards Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV and DVD player Kitchen/Dining Room with gas cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, table and chairs and wonderful views of the sea Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Utility Area with washing machine, sink and storage for coats and boots First Floor: Sitting Room with beautiful sea views, gas fire and seating Bedroom 1 with a double bed and sea views Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: There is a small, well laid out garden to the front with seating. At the rear of the property there is a large walled patio garden with seating, a brick shed for bike storage and table tennis. Parking: Street parking (not adjacent).Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Towels. Notes: Beach towels are not provided.

Pilgrims Prospect, Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £430 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bacton sleeps 4.

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 Prospect is a stunning conversion of the original tack room and forge, and has many unique features. It has terracotta floors throughout the ground floor and old pine floorboards to the upper galleries. Flint walls and exposed beams give character to this delightful cottage, whilst under floor heating gives a cosy feeling in winter.

Ground Floor:
Spacious Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, digital set-top box, radio/CD player, dining table and chairs and a flame-effect fire set in the old kiln giving a feeling of times gone by
Kitchen with electric cooker/grill, dishwasher, microwave and larder fridge with icebox
Bathroom with bath/shower attachment, washbasin and wc

First Floor: Accessed from Sitting Room
Gallery Bedroom 1 - a heavy curtain provides privacy if required with a double bed, side tables, dressing table and hanging space
Gallery Bedroom 2 - a heavy curtain provides privacy if required with twin beds, side tables and wardrobe

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.
Notes: We regret that Pilgrims Prospect is unsuitable for children under 7.

The Plough Wheel, Kelling, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £327 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Kelling sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Brick and flint character cottage providing cosy and comfortable accommodation.

Kelling lies midway between Blakeney and Sheringham, about a mile from the sea. The village has an interesting art gallery, which also serves light lunches and delicious cakes. Birdwatchers, walkers and golfers are well catered for with a good choice of locations. Holt, three miles away, is one of the prettiest towns in Norfolk and has an excellent selection of small shops. There are many places to visit, offering something for all ages, close to the village.

The Plough Wheel captures the essence of a traditional Norfolk cottage retaining much original character. Built from traditional brick and flint it fronts the village street and has a lovely cottage-style garden. The interior features a large living room with a beamed ceiling, pamment floor, pine kitchen and a brick staircase, whilst the bedrooms have painted wooden floors and offer fine views across open fields. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 1.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Living Room with Sitting Area pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, TV, video, DVD player and multi-fuel stove
Kitchen Area with electric cooker, fridge, microwave and washing machine
Dining Area with dining table and chairs

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with a 3ft single bed and a 2' 6" childs bed
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with small bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Pretty, enclosed garden to rear, with garden furniture.
Parking: Off-road for two cars beyond garden.
Heating: O.F.C.H. - in winter months. Starter pack of fuel for stove provided.
Also Provided: Selection of books.
Pets: Up to two small/medium size dogs welcome. More than two dogs or extra large dogs by prior agreement with the owner.
Notes: Cot and highchair may be available on request.

Hurn Crag House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £262 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious and well equipped ground floor flat enjoying a pretty enclosed rear garden and being very near to the 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 the beaches and the town centre amenities by road or the various footpaths. Reydon boasts two well-stocked village stores, as well as the Randolph Hotel which has an excellent restaurant and good locals' bar. urn Crag House is a spacious ground floor flat enjoying a pretty enclosed rear garden in a residential area of the town. Within walking distance of Southwold and all that the town has to offer, this property is a good choice for summer or winter. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 0.5 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, Freeview, DVD player, CD hi-fi and open fire Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge with ice box, microwave and table and chairs Bedroom 1 with twin beds Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Large garden with grass area, patio and garden furniture. Parking: Private parking at rear of the property and roadside outside the front of the property. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Pets: One well-behaved dog welcome.

Rosstyn House, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £542 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Rosstyn House is a spacious, delightful property over three storeys, with sea views from most of the rooms. In a central location with the seaside resort of Hunstanton it offers an ideal opportunity to experience a traditional seaside 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.

Rosstyn House is an imposing three-storey semi-detached family house enjoying a superb position overlooking Lincoln Square and with wide views to the sea. It offers excellent accommodation for eight people with plenty of room to relax in comfort. The High Street is within easy reach as are the various other amenities the town has to offer. With its wide selection of leisure activities and other attractions, Hunstanton is an ideal location for enjoying a traditional seaside holiday. Shops/Pubs: several within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with Sky, DVD player, CD hi-fi and open fire
Dining Room with table, chairs and decorative fireplace - sealed and not for use
Kitchen with gas range cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
Breakfast Room with table and chairs

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and TV
Bathroom with bath, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and w.c.
Bedroom 3 with a double bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 4 with a double bed, sofa and desk

Garden: The main garden is to the rear and consists of a small grass area and patio with garden furniture. There is a small decorative garden at the front of the property.
Parking: Roadside on Lincoln Square where parking is not normally a problem. There is a strip of land to the side of the property which is off-road and can be used if required although it is not designated.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Broadband, CDs, books and games.
Extras: Towels may be hired at a £1.50 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: Bedroom 3 is heated by night storage heaters

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.

Hettys Cottage, Heacham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £305 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Heacham sleeps 3.

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

Accommodation overview: Hetty's Cottage was built in 1834 and is a lovely mid terrace property built using the local Carr stone. After being in the owner's family for many years it has recently been lovingly renovated and equipped to a high specification.

Heacham is a bustling little village situated on the North West coast of Norfolk. With its wide sandy beach, proximity to Sandringham, the coastal resort of Hunstanton and also being the home of Norfolk Lavender, world famous for its superb range of lavender plants and products, it is an ideal location for an enjoyable holiday. The village is well served with shops and is close to many of the pubs and restaurants that this area of Norfolk is renowned for.

Hetty's Cottage was built in 1834 and is a lovely mid-terrace property built using the local carrstone. After being in the owner's family for many years, it has been lovingly renovated and equipped to a high specification, while retaining all the character associated with a property of its age. Located in the centre of Heacham village it is close to the local shops, pubs and restaurants. Norfolk Lavender and the Royal Sandringham Estate are only a short drive away. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 400 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV with Freeview, DVD player/recorder and electric living flame fire
Dining Room/Kitchen with table and chairs, CD hi-fi, electric fan oven, gas hob, combination microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer
Shower Room with curtained shower/wet area, washbasin, heated towel rail and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and TV
Bedroom 2 with a single bed

Garden: Fully enclosed rear lawned garden with table, chairs and barbecue.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, CDs, books and games. Wi-Fi.
Notes: Foot access to rear of property via Virginia Cottage.