Coastal cottages and self catering in East England

Pilgrims Progress, 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: Interesting conversion of a small Norfolk barn. 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 Progress is an attractive conversion of a small Norfolk barn, featuring flint walls and exposed beams with elm boards and terracotta tile flooring. Ground floor layout may be suitable for the less able. Please ask for details.

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Sitting Room with two comfortable sofas, corner fireplace with realistic flame-effect electric fire, TV with digital set-top box, DVD player, radio/CD player and stained glass window
Kitchen/Dining Room with an electric cooker/grill, dishwasher, microwave, larder fridge with icebox and an antique farmhouse dining table and chairs
Bathroom with bath/shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 1 with twin beds, side tables, wardrobe, dressing table, stained glass window and French doors leading on to the garden

First Floor:
Gallery Bedroom 2 accessed from dining area, steep wooden steps which can be left in position or put into vertical position to give more space below, a double low-level bed, drawers and hanging space.

Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels - please bring your own beach/pool towels. Books, games and CDs. Wi-Fi.

Clematis Cottage, Lavenham, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £295 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lavenham sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Welcome to Clematis Cottage, a wonderfully positioned terraced cottage in the heart of the village within a few steps of all the historic sights of Lavenham Lavenham is England's finest medieval village and is often regarded as the food capital of Suffolk. It is a wonderful place to visit with great restaurants and local pubs plus a great variety of interesting shops and galleries. Lavenham is a destination within itself with such proximity to the beautiful landscape of Constable Country, the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds and within easy reach of the Suffolk coast, Lavenham is an ideal place to stay for a break to explore Suffolk's countryside and coast. Welcome to Clematis Cottage, a wonderfully positioned terraced cottage in the heart of the village and within a few steps of the historic sights of Lavenham. It also boasts a lovely secluded courtyard garden at the back to enjoy some peace and quiet. The beautiful beamed interior is very comfortable with a spacious lounge and dining room as well as two double bedrooms upstairs. Shop: 100 metres Pub: 50 metres Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV, DVD Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine and tumble dryer Cloakroom with w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bathroom with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Rear courtyard garden with garden furniture. Parking: Garage for one small car or on street. Heating: Gas heating.

The Old Garage, Thornham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £542 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Thornham sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Recently refurbished spacious cottage ideal for a family holiday. A very cosy and welcoming haven after a day out and about.

Thornham is a quiet picturesque village that forms part of the conservation area on the North West Norfolk Coast. There is a wide sandy beach and a small harbour, both of which form part of a local nature reserve. There are some excellent pub/restaurants in the village one of which has won an award in 2010. The coastal town of Hunstanton is just four miles away, it has a sandy beach and many attractions for children. The Coast Hopper bus can take you to Wells, the RSPB reserve at Titchwell and villages including Brancaster and Burnham Market, an excellent opportunity to leave the car behind and enjoy the scenery.

The Old Garage lies at the centre of the village and provides a high standard of accommodation. It is very well-equipped, making it ideal for a family holiday and offers a very cosy and welcoming haven after a busy day out and about. Shop: 500 yards Pub: 50 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room well furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, CD stereo, open fire and French doors to garden
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, dining table, chairs and French windows to garden
Utility Room with washing machine and tumble dryer
Shower Room with shower and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and TV/DVD player
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and TV/DVD player
Bedroom 3 with twin beds - 2' 6" wide
Bedroom 4 with bunk beds, TV/DVD player
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed small lawned and patio garden with garden chairs and table.
Parking: For one car. Further roadside parking.
Heating: O.F.C.H. included May-Sept and £10 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome but to be kept downstairs.
Also Provided: Good selection of books and games.
Extras: Please bring your own bed linen. Duvets and blankets are provided. Bed linen can be hired at £4 per person per week, payable on booking.

Rose Cottage, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £311 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Old Hunstanton sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Rose Cottage is just 200 yards from the sandy beach. It is a detached, single storey, compact property.

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 carstone 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.

Detached and all on one level, this compact, pretty cottage is situated in the grounds of the owner's home. It is only 300 yards from the sandy beach and the Coast Hopper bus stops just outside the cottage, which is very convenient for travelling to all the great coastal locations nearby. Shop/Pub: 50 yards

Open Plan Living Area with Sitting Area with comfortable seating, TV and video
Kitchen/Dining Area with electric cooker, fridge and microwave, dining table and chairs
Bedroom with a double bed
Bathroom with bath, washbasin and wc

Garden: Small sitting-out area.
Parking: For one car.
Heating: Night storage heaters.
Also Provided: Towels.
Pets: One small well-behaved dog welcome.

Stone's Throw, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £355 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Stone's Throw is a ground floor flat which is located in central Southwold with lighthouse views and is approximately 100 yards from the seafront and only a 5 minute walk to the shops. 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 50 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. Stone's Throw is a ground floor flat which is located in central Southwold with lighthouse views and is approximately 100 yards from the seafront and only a 5 minute walk to the shops. This cosy whilst well planned flat offers ideal accommodation for a couple or family. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 100 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD, Hi-fi with iPod docking station, table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and washer/dryer Bedroom 1 with king-size bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds (small room, most suited for children)Bathroom with bath, over bath shower, wash basin and w.c. Parking: On roadside Heating: Gas central heating Pets: One well behaved adult dog permitted Also provided: Towels and hairdryer Notes: Small outside seating area with table and chairs, secure shed which is ideal for bikes, pushchairs etc

17 Smugglers Close, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £746 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Old Hunstanton sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: This is a great property in a superb location. The views from the balcony are lovely, a glass of wine, a beautiful sunset on a summers evening, bliss. Hunstanton is a traditional seaside resort which has something for everyone.

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.

17 Smugglers Close is a contemporary detached property set amongst a small development of similar properties and backing onto Old Hunstanton golf course. From the rear windows and balcony there are views over the golf course to the sand dunes and beach huts that edge on to the beautiful beach of Old Hunstanton. The property is spacious, with quality fixtures and fittings, and is an ideal environment for a relaxing holiday for all the family. Shop/Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a king-size bed
Bedroom 3 with twin beds and a 3ft pull-out bed
Bedroom 4 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
Shower Room with large shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Utility/Garden Room with washer/dryer, fridge/freezer, facilities to make drinks and door to garden

First Floor:
Kitchen/Breakfast Room with range cooker with gas hob and electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer with ice dispenser, table and four chairs and a breakfast bar, doors on to spacious balcony
Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview and BT vision, CD and DVD player, iPod dock, table and eight chairs
Second Sitting Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, Wii console and toys
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio area with table and chairs.
Parking: Drive way for three vehicles and garage with a secure storage area and space for one car.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Stairgate, CD/hi-fi, radio, Wi-Fi, telephone for incoming calls, books and games.

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.

Courtyard Cottage, Stiffkey, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £252 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Stiffkey sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Courtyard Cottage was originally a small brick and flint barn, which has been ingeniously converted to provide comfortable accommodation for two people.

The coastal village of Stiffkey is set in An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has one of the richest salt marshes for wildlife in the country, providing excellent opportunities for both ornithology and walking. The sandy beaches at Holkham and Wells are just four miles along the coast and sailing is available at nearby Morston and Blakeney. Stiffkey has a shop and a pub which serves food, with further amenities available in the lovely Georgian town of Holt, which is seven miles away.

Courtyard Cottage was originally a small brick and flint barn which has been ingeniously converted to provide comfortable accommodation for two people. It is only a three minute walk to Stiffkey Marshes and the coast path; the village stores with Wi-Fi access and the local pub which serves food are also only a short walk away. The Coast Hopper bus stop is only 50 yards away so this is an ideal property if you wish to leave the car at the property. Pub: 300 yards Shop: 500 yards

Open Plan Room - two steps down to Sitting/Dining Area with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD and CD players, table and chairs and electric living flame fire, two steps up to Kitchen Area with gas hob, electric oven, fridge with ice box and microwave
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
Mezzanine Floor with a double bed

Garden: Fully enclosed courtyard with table and chairs.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Pets: One well-behaved, small to medium size dog welcome.
Also Provided: Stairgate, books and games, hi-fi/DAB radio with iPod/iPhone dock