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

Drift Cottage, Walberswick, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £558 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Walberswick 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: A delightful 1920's period cottage, sitting on the edge of the common on a quiet lane. Walberswick has over a thousand acres of open access heath and marshland, protected as an Area of Outstanding National Beauty. The RSPB Bird Reserve at Minsmere is a short drive away and the seaside town of Southwold is within strolling distance along one of the many beautiful walks in and around Walberswick or the foot ferry that runs during the summer months. Within Walberswick there are tearooms, restaurants, two public houses, an art gallery, original crafts and gift shops. This is a delightful 1920's semi-detached period cottage, sitting on the edge of the common on a quiet lane. Drift Cottage sleeps eight in four or five bedrooms, has private parking, and enjoys open views from the front aspect. It has a charming and good sized south-facing garden that is fully enclosed, the main village shop, the main street, and the beach beyond are also within easy walking distance along with Southwold harbour. This property is a much loved family home, and is well-equipped making it an excellent choice for summer family holidays or cosy winter breaks. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 700 yards. Ground Floor: Snug Room with TV and DVD player Sitting Room with Freeview TV and DVD player and an open fire Kitchen/Diner with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, table and chairs and French doors leading out to garden Bedroom 1 with a double bed/or twins Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Laundry Cupboard with washing machine and tumble dryer First Floor: Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with a king-size bed Bedroom 4 with bunk beds and cot Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: South facing rear garden, furniture and barbecue. Parking: Private for two cars. Heating: Central heating. Pets: One well-behaved dog allowed. Notes: Sofa bed in Snug Room.

Well Cottage, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £290 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 3.

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

Accommodation overview: An ideal location for those looking for a quiet retreat but with easy access to the town centre 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! Well Cottage has been tastefully furnished with carefree holidays in mind. It has frontage to the road that only serves the North Green properties and the carefully tended green. Therefore the location is ideal for those looking for a quieter location but with easy access to all the town amenities. Shops: 200 yards Pub: 100 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD and music centre, open fire Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with compact units, gas cooker, microwave and fridge Utility Room with washing machine, washbasin and w.c. Easy stairs from dining room to small first floor landing First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed Bedroom 2 with raised cabin bed (double size but with access only from the ladder on one side) Bathroom (accessed through Bedroom 2) with walk in shower cubicle, bath, washbasin and w.c. Garden : Small yard at rear. Parking: Street parking 100 yards away. Heating : Full central heating and open fire (fuel supplied in winter).

Two The Crescent, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from £925 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 11.

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

Accommodation overview: Impressive, spacious four storey Edwardian house in an exceptional seafront position. This Cromer holiday home offers great family accommodation with superb views of the Pier and the sandy coast.

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.

In an exceptional seafront position directly overlooking the beach and pier, lies this impressive, spacious Grade II listed Georgian house. From waking in the morning and looking out to sea, to dining alfresco in the pretty courtyard at night, this house is absolutely ideal for a family seaside holiday, being both child and baby friendly. It is situated in a private cul-de-sac on the sea front only two minutes from the sea and the town centre. "Location, Location, Location", "quite possibly the finest rental accommodation in Cromer" and "Even better than in the brochure" are just some quotes from the online visitors book. Pub: 25 metres Shop: 150 metres

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, HD TV with Freesat, Blu-ray player, iPod compatible CD hi-fi, wood burner, dining table with five chairs and seating for six people on window seats set into bay window overlooking the sea, this room leads to the
Kitchen with gas range, electric oven, gas Aga, American fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, breakfast table and four chairs and double doors to courtyard
Utility Room/Cloakroom with washing machine, tumble dryer, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed, large sofa and French doors leading to balcony which offers splendid sea views
Shower Room with power shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2/Nursery with cot, a single child's bed, toys and games

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3 large room with sea views, a king-size bed and En-Suite Dressing Room
Bedroom 4 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc

Third Floor:
Bedroom 5 with two sets of bunk beds - suitable for children only, sea view
Bedroom 6 with one set of bunk beds - suitable for children only, sea view
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, sofa, HD TV with Freesat, video and DVD/CD player

Garden: Fully enclosed high walled rear paved courtyard with lighting, table and chairs for ten people and gas barbecue, drinks fridge and outside wc
Parking: For one car. Further roadside parking or pay and display car parks in the town.
Heating: G.F.C.H. included May-Sept and £25 per week Oct-Apr - £15 per short break, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Two highchairs and two stair gates. Travel cot - in addition to cot in nursery. Wi-Fi. Books and games. Beach equipment.
Notes: Housekeeping deposit of £200 payable to Norfolk country Cottages two weeks before the start of your holiday.

8 The Haven, Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £648 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Thorpeness sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Not only does 8 The Haven have wonderful views of the Meare but it has been recently renovated and now provides thoughtful, well laid out and comfortable accommodation for any family. Just a mile north of Aldeburgh is this fascinating seaside village, built in the 1920s by Glencairn Stuart Ogilvie, an architect, barrister and playwright. The mock Tudor style of building is now the hallmark of Thorpeness, where the amenities include the Dolphin Inn, the Thorpeness Hotel with its 18-hole golf club, a country club with tennis courts and the Meare - a large shallow boating lake with tearooms nearby. The beaches are mainly pebble and behind the village is a myriad of footpaths over heath and common land. 8 The Haven is a beautiful property. Not only does it have wonderful views of the Meare but it has been recently renovated and now provides thoughtful, well laid out and comfortable accommodation for any family. Personal touches and open fires provide a relaxed feel making it ideal for a holiday or short break at anytime of the year. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 200 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD, Freesat and open fire Dining Room with table and chairs, open fire and CD/radio Kitchen with electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer dryer Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bedroom 3 with twin beds Bedroom 4 with twin beds Bedroom 5 with a single bed Bathroom with 3/4 bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Front garden with garden furniture and views over the Meare. Small rear garden with bicycle rack for 4 bicycles. Parking: Off road for two cars to rear of house. Heating: Gas central heating. Notes: A security deposit of £250 is required by the owner two weeks prior to your holiday. Important note: This property sleeps a maximum of 8 persons only

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

Scaldbeck House, Morston, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 16
Weekly prices from £3500 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Morston sleeps 16.

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

Accommodation overview: A super house with views to the sea and the famous marshes at Blakeney. This is an all year round location, fantastic for walking and bird watching. Large and spacious accommodation, great for families and groups of friends. Come and enjoy North Norfolk.

The small Norfolk Village of Stiffkey sits in one of the most attractive areas of the North Norfolk Coast. Surrounded by bird reserves, sandy beaches, some superb sailing and walking opportunities, this is the place to holiday. Morston and nearby Blakeney Point and harbour are owned or controlled by the National Trust. There are some superb shopping opportunities in the surrounding market towns of Holt, Burnham Market and Wells. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty with wonderful coastal paths and the fabulous RSPB site at Cley. Morston is also home to the Galton Blackistone Michelin starred restaurant at Morston Hall, where you are guaranteed a unique dining experience.

From as little as £31 per person per night, this is superb value for money and a great opportunity to enjoy excellent accommodation in a unique and private location.

Scaldbeck House is a magnificent early 1920s house of brick and flint construction. The accommodation is extremely spacious and lends itself extremely well to large house parties, be it groups of friends or families. Set within 9 acres and enjoying far reaching views over the marshes to Blakeney Point, peace and quiet and total privacy are guaranteed. Its wide sweeping terraces lend themselves to early evening relaxation with a glass of wine. Shop: Pub:

Ground Floor:
Main Entrance Hall with attractive York stone flooring and oak staircase
Dining/Breakfast Room with large table and chairs for 16 people
Sitting Room with comfortable seating for 8 and TV with Freeview
Formal Dining Room with table and chairs for 8 people
Drawing Room with comfortable seating for 16 people, TV with Freeview and open fire
Main Kitchen with American fridge/freezer, range cooker, wine cooler, warming oven, dishwasher and TV with Freeview
Secondary Kitchen with two fridges, electric oven and hob and second dishwasher, door to
Pantry with third dishwasher and Belfast sink
Rear Entrance Hall/Boot Room with washer/dryer
Tern with zip and link twin beds, TV with Freeview and En-Suite Wet Room with shower, bath, washbasin and wc, this room is suitable for guests with mobility problems

First Floor: (bedrooms as named)
Large Landing with sitting area, comfortable seating and views over Blakeney Pit
Avocet with zip and link twin beds and TV with Freeview and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, double basins, wc and decorative feature fireplace
Curlew with zip and link twin beds and TV with Freeview and decorative Victorian fireplace
Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin, wc
Dunlin with zip and link twin beds and TV with Freeview and decorative Victorian fireplace
Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Knot with king-size four poster bed, pop up TV with Freeview, sea views and En-Suite Bathroom with free-standing bath with hand held shower, double washbasins and wc
Oyster Catcher with zip and link twin beds , TV with Freeview and views over Blakeney Harbour and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, and wc
Redshank with zip and link twin beds and TV with Freeview and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
Sandpiper with zip and link twin beds, TV with Freeview and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, washbasin and wc

Annexe: Wet Room with sink and drainer is ideal for wet sailing gear and other outdoor clothing. Games/Main Room with bi-folding doors with views over the sea and courtyard, TV and Games
Garden: Two Terraces, courtyard and lawned garden, garden furniture and Gas barbecue.
Parking: Ample parking.
Heating: O.F.C.H, thermostatically controlled and under floor heating to Tern, kitchens and all bathrooms.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games. Firewood in the winter for selected fireplaces. Wi-Fi and iPod Dock.
Extras: A housekeeping deposit of £600 is payable to the owner before the start of the holiday..
Notes:All beds can be made up to super-king doubles, please request bed configuration on booking. All bed linen and towels are Egyptian cotton. Tern also has allergy free bedding. Cot, Stair gates and highchair are available on request, please advise when booking. Three nights weekend breaks - Friday start and four night midweek breaks - Monday start are discounted by 25% of the seven night price.

1 Blackshore Cottages, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £410 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Well equipped cottage with views over the town and the marshes. Southwold Harbour - All the Harbour properties overlook the water with a mix of pleasure and working boats; beyond this are open views towards Walberswick which can be approached over the nearby footbridge or on the foot ferry (summer only). There are equally delightful views from the rear windows across meadows towards the town. Town centre shops and other amenities are three quarters of a mile away (15 minutes delightful walk) across grazing meadows and the common, whilst the beach is a similar distance along the side of the Blyth River to the harbour mouth. There is a good eating pub nearby which welcomes children; an exceptional fish and chip restaurant; a tea room and all the hustle and bustle of a sailing and fishing community. No 1 Blackshore provides an ideal base for watching the changing moods of the harbour. From the front door you can watch boats plying the river or get straight into a country walk. The picture window of the comfortable master bedroom gives dramatic views of the tidal estuary and the fields beyond. Shop: 0.75 miles Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Open Plan Sitting/Dining Area with TV/video, DVD player, full Sky package and wireless Broadband, CD/radio/tape player and fireplace with wood burner Kitchen with electric double range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer Shower Room with shower Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bedroom 3 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Sheltered patio area overlooking the harbour with gas barbecue and secure storage for bikes, etc. Parking: For two cars. Heating: Full central heating and wood burner - logs provided but please provide your own kindling or fire lighters. Pets: One well-behaved dog by arrangement with the owner.

Oyster Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £363 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: A well equipped former fisherman's cottage within easy reach of the beach and the sea. 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. Trains can be found at Saxmundham 6 miles away. Regular buses depart for Saxmundham, Leiston and Woodbridge from Aldeburgh High Street. Oyster Cottage is in a prime position just off the town centre and only one street away (150 yards) from the beach. The property is a charming refurbished fisherman's cottage with a small courtyard that catches the afternoon sun. It has been thoughtfully furnished and equipped to a high standard and provides a welcoming retreat made for two. The cottage is in an ideal location to explore the delights of the heritage coast, from beachcombing in the summer to autumn walks and cosy open fires. Shop:150 yards Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD, hi-fi/iPod dock, open fire, dining table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave combo and washer/dryer Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Traditional steep winding stairs to...First Floor: Dressing Room leading to Bedroom with a king-size bed Courtyard: Fully enclosed rear courtyard patio with table and chairs. Parking: On roadside Heating: Gas-fired central heating and open fire. Pets: One well-behaved dog permitted.