Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in East England

Appletree Cottage, Dunwich, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £387 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.Apple 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 Walnut Tree Cottage to make accommodation for twelve people in total. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 600 yards. GROUND FLOOR Sitting Room: TV, DVD player and open fire. Kitchen/Diner: Electric cooker, fridge, microwave, washing machine, table and chairs. Winding stairs leading to.... FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: Double bed. Bedroom 2: Twin beds. Bedroom 3: 2' 6'' twin beds. Bathroom: Bath, washbasin and wc. Garden: Rear garden with furniture. Parking: Ample. Heating: Electric storage heaters. Pets: Two dogs permitted.

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.

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.

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.

Barn Drift, Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 14
Weekly prices from £2519 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cley-next-the-Sea sleeps 14.

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

Accommodation overview: This luxurious barn conversion offers exceptional accommodation in a stunning setting overlooking the North Norfolk Coast at Cley. Superb value for money, compare the per night price with local hotels, you will be the winner!

The village of Cley lies in a wonderful position on the beautiful North Norfolk coast. The main street winds its way past pretty flint cottages and houses, with Cley windmill being one of Norfolk's best known landmarks. There is excellent bird watching at Cley Marshes and also at nearby Blakeney Point. There is an excellent delicatessen, smokery, pottery, gallery, bookshop, a restaurant and two pubs, serving meals, in the village with further shopping and dining facilities available in the pleasant town of Holt just four miles away.

From as little as £26 per person per night this is your opportunity to enjoy 5* GOLD accommodation in a unique and beautiful location overlooking the village of Cley and views across to the sea. The accommodation is excellent and tastefully furnished and offers privacy and stunning views.

Barn Drift is a stunning conversion of a 17th century barn located on a farm overlooking the sea that has been in the owner's family for generations. It is situated above Cley marshes and next to a pretty area on the farm known locally as 'The Hangs' and has uninterrupted views over the beautiful Glaven Valley. To the west the historic church of St Margaret's at Cley, can be seen nestling at the edge of the village as can Wiveton Church and beyond the ancient church of St Nicholas at Blakeney. Blakeney Point can be seen from the garden and to the north are views of Cley marshes and the sea. Barn Drift is ideally situated for many varied walks either to the beach, bird watching or just across the fields to the pub for lunch, or to the village playground or deli for ice creams and smoke house for fish. The property has been sympathetically restored to an exceptionally high standard, care has been taken to retain period features, combined with every modern convenience to provide an elegant, contemporary, extremely spacious, and comfortable home. Totally surrounded by fields, Barn Drift stands in nearly five acres of its own grounds, within which are three sheltered walled gardens accessed directly from the house. Barn Drift is a unique property, a perfect place to enjoy with friends. Shop/Deli: 0.5 miles Pubs: 0.5 miles Restaurant: 1 mile

Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall with a large bench and table, leading to a full height Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room with comfortable seating, large electric range cooker, double fridge/freezer, two dishwashers, microwave, central island with stools, dining table with upholstered chairs, bench seating, fold up chairs providing seating for fourteen plus people and window seat - your choice! Off the kitchen the equally large Sitting Room has comfortable seating for fourteen, widescreen TV with Sky, DVD player, wood burner, with French windows leading to the garden and a study area
Also off the kitchen is the Den with a large sofa, bean bags, Wii, widescreen TV with SKY and DVD player
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

Upper Floor:
Bedroom East with a king-size zip & link bed - which can be converted into twin beds, please request on booking, large wardrobe and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, twin washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and hanging space
Shower Room with large shower cubicle, large washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and double wardrobe

Lower Floor:
Bedroom 4 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and En-Suite Wet Room with washbasin and wc
Bedroom 5 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and hanging space and En-Suite bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, large washbasin and wc
Boot Room with hanging space, washing machine, tumble dryer, butler sink and airing cupboard. Next to the back door is a further Wet Room with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom West with a king-size zip & link bed - which can be converted into twin beds, please request on booking and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, twin washbasins and wc
Bedroom 7 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Mainly laid to lawn with three secure walled gardens with terrace areas. Garden table, chairs and garden sofa.
Cart Shed: Open fronted outhouse with table tennis.
Parking: For ten+ vehicles in the driveway
Heating: Under floor O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Wi-Fi. Towels, two travel cot's, high chair, booster seat and stair gates. A welcome hamper containing local produce is provided together with a starter pack of logs for the wood burner.
Notes: There is a house keeping deposit of £600 payable to Norfolk Country Cottages will be required two weeks before the start of your holiday. Property is approached via a single track unsurfaced lane which is used by farm vehicles. Whilst no pets are allowed at the property the owners dogs visit occasionally.

Caterer House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £460 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Caterer Cottage is a typical Victorian Southwold cottage which is in an ideal location and therefore close by to all amenities. It offers comfortable accommodation for anyone at any time of the year. Southwold Central - The properties located in central Southwold are all 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 upper promenade is ideal for a peaceful stroll at any time of the year and provides quick access to the beach and of course, the lighthouse in the town is a good landmark. There is also easy access to the common and a nearby footpath takes you down to the harbour with the foot ferry to Walberswick (summer only). Don't forget that the beach is never very far away! Caterer Cottage is a typical Victorian Southwold cottage which is in an ideal location and therefore close by to all amenities. It offers comfortable accommodation for anyone at any time of the year. French doors lead to the courtyard which can be enjoyed on those summer days and evenings. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 100 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV/DVD and open fire Kitchen/Dining with electric oven and hob, fridge with ice box, fridge, microwave and washer/dryer Sun Room/Sitting area with French doors to courtyard garden Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with king-size bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle and washbasin Bedroom 2 with twin beds (access to bedroom 3)Cloakroom with wash basin and w.c. Second Floor: Bedroom 3 with twin beds and open stairs, access through bedroom 2, (Please note that due to eves and a low ceiling there is restricted headroom)Garden: Courtyard Garden at rear of property. Parking: On roadside. Heating: Gas central heating. Pets: One well behaved dog welcome. Also Provided: Wi-Fi, starter pack for open fire, welcome pack.

Green Side Cottage, Thornham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £545 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Thornham sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Greenside cottage is a charming cottage with bags of character. Set within the heart of this popular village with its award winning restaurant. The wide sandy beaches are within walking distance, as is Burnham Market and Brancaster. Great Holidays.

2012 Brochure Prices have changed, take advantage of the great July and August pricing.

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.

Green Side Cottage is a delightful 300-year-old cottage situated in the heart of the village, within walking distance of all the village amenities, which include some excellent pubs and restaurants. It has bags of character with exposed beams, inglenook fireplace and modern facilities. The beach and nature reserve are within easy walking distance. Shop: 300 yards Pub: 75 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, widescreen TV, DVD player, digital Freeview box with inbuilt recording facility, portable CD player, PlayStation 2 and wood burner.
Dining Room with a dining table and six chairs.
Kitchen with electric cooker, two fridges with icebox, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, table and chairs and French doors leading to patio garden.
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with double bed, wall-mounted plasma TV, DVD, washbasin and En-Suite Shower Room with shower only
Bedroom 2 with a king-size bed
Bedroom 3 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath electric shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Small enclosed courtyard-style patio to the side of the property with table, chairs and barbecue.
Parking: Roadside outside property.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Books and games.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Extras: Towels are available for hire at £20 per person per week, payable on booking.

Cloud Cuckoo Cottage, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £349 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Colourful and full of character. This former fisherman’s cottage in Cromer is only fifty yards from the sandy beach and is three storeys high offering great holiday accommodation.

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.

Cloud Cuckoo Cottage is a character fisherman's cottage situated just 50 yards from the sandy beach. It is on three storeys, and has been renovated to provide cosy, comfortable accommodation, which is beamed throughout. Situated within walking distance of the property is one of Norfolk's best golf courses and a tennis club where members of the public are welcomed. There are also putting greens and a boating lake nearby. Shop/Pub: 100 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, CD player, open fire, table and chairs
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer and microwave

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bedroom 3 with a single bed

Garden: Enclosed small rear yard. Front sitting area with bench taking in views of the sea.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: Electric radiators. Initial supply of fuel for open fire included in winter months.
Extras: Towels and bed linen are available for hire at £5 each per person per week, payable on booking.
Pets: One well-behaved dog welcome.
Also Provided: Books and games.
Notes: Please note that there are very steep stairs in keeping with a property of this age.