Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in East England

Shell Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £352 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 3.

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

Accommodation overview: Shell Cottage is a delightful detached modern property situated within the award winning Church Farm area. 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. Shell Cottage is a delightful detached modern property situated within the award winning Church Farm area. The property boasts good accommodation including a private garden and car parking (much sought after in Aldeburgh!) and is ideal for a couple looking for a 'bolt-hole' at any time of the year. A short walk to the beach. Shop: 500 yards Pub: 500 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV, DVD and CD hi-fi, and an inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove Kitchen/Dining Room with electric oven and hob, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and table and chairs First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a 2'6 single bed Bathroom with bath, over bath mixer shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed rear garden with table and chairs. Parking: Off road for two cars. Heating: Electric. Pets: Pets by arrangement and should be kept downstairs at all times.

Dell Cottage, Mundesley, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £431 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Mundesley sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Delightful single storey flint cottage just two minutes walk from the sea.

The village of Mundesley is an excellent location for a seaside holiday. It has a wonderful wide beach backed by a small promenade and a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Some may enjoy a dip in the sea or perhaps just the chance to relax and enjoy the view, whilst children will love to play on the golden sands. There is a golf course and driving range in the village with both horse riding and sea fishing available locally. Historic houses, steam trains, water sports and nature reserves are all within a short drive.

Dell Cottage is in a wonderful position for a seaside holiday, being only two minutes walk from the beach and the centre of the village. Originally a school house, it has now been converted to provide attractive, single-storey accommodation with a lovely walled garden, perfect for relaxing and just listening to the sound of the sea. Shop/Pub: within walking distance

Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, video and DVD player
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
Conservatory/Dining Room with dining table and chairs
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath electric shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Lawned garden, enclosed by flint walls of varying height. Patio with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: For four cars along lane next to cottage.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Books and games.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Notes: The photograph is of the rear of the cottage.

Sandpiper Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £351 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Sandpiper is a modern house situated on Church Farm. 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. Sandpiper is a charming house situated on Church Farm. The property offers good accommodation for a family looking to holiday in Aldeburgh with a pretty private garden and easy parking. Away from the hustle and bustle of the High Street all amenities are a short walk away. Shop: 0.5 mile Pub: 0.5 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD and wood burner Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. Freezer and washing machine in garage. Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed En-Suite Shower room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Patio area garden furniture. Parking: Parking for one car. Further parking available on road. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Logs for the wood burner. Pets: One small or medium dog accepted.

Hightide, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £855 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 9.

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

Accommodation overview: The tasteful conversion has resulted in wheelchair friendly spacious ground floor accommodation. With the sea and promenade easily accessible, private parking and delightful garden this property offers the highest standard of accommodation 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. Sleeping nine + four and located opposite the pier with perfect sea views, Hightide is tastefully decorated throughout with high quality furnishings and fittings and special Level two rated accessibility modifications made to enable disabled members of the family to relax and enjoy their holiday. This property comes very highly recommended. The tasteful conversion has resulted in wheelchair friendly spacious ground floor accommodation. With the sea and promenade easily accessible, private parking and delightful garden this property offers the highest standard of accommodation. Shop: 400 yards. Pub: 400 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV with Freeview, DVD player and sofa bed Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Area is large and open plan, fully equipped and comfortable - spiral stairs leading up to first floor Bedroom 1 with a double bed and bunk beds and wash basin Bedroom 2 with a single electric height adjustable bed (A hoist is fitted and goes from the single bedroom to the shower room and back. Customers will need to bring their own sling)Shower Room is wheelchair accessible with anti-slip floor and a height adjustable shower table and shower chair, washbasin and w.c. with grip rails First Floor: Sitting Room with a TV with Freeview/DVD/stereo, sofa bed, wood burning stove and views of the pier and sea Bedroom 3 with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, electric shower, washbasin, w.c. Bedroom 4 with twin beds Garden: Large wheelchair accessible enclosed gardens with garden furniture, playhouse and barbecue. Parking: Private for two cars. Heating: Central heating. National Accessibility Scheme Level two - typically suitable for a person with restricted walking ability and for those that may need to use a wheelchair some of the time.

3 Field House Cottages, Hindringham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £341 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hindringham sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: 3 Field House Cottages is a traditional brick and flint cottage set in beautiful countryside only a short drive from the stunning North Norfolk Coast.

Hindringham is a pretty village, approximately six miles from the beautiful beaches of Wells and Holkham and five miles from the salt marshes of Stiffkey and nearby Blakeney. It is a relaxing place to return to after a busy day on the beach or from having visited one of the many attractions in the area. Holt is seven miles away and offers an excellent variety of specialist shops and dining places. There is an outstanding village shop in Binham located two miles away. In the surrounding villages there are many pubs, which serve good food.

3 Field House Cottages is a traditional brick and flint cottage set in beautiful countryside only a short drive from the stunning North Norfolk Coast. The cottage is beautifully presented with limestone floors and under floor heating on the ground floor. The fully enclosed rear garden looks out over fields - this is a lovely property in which to enjoy a relaxing break at any time of the year. Shop/Pub: 1.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Kitchen with electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, combination microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
Utility Room for storage of coats and boots
Dining Room with table and five chairs and a feature fireplace
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, iPod dock and open fire

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bedroom 3 with a single bed - suitable for children only
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed with patio area and table and chairs.
Parking: Driveway and roadside.
Heating: Electric under floor heating on ground floor and electric radiators on first floor.
Also Provided: Stairgate, radio, Wi-Fi, books and games. Travel Cot. Telephone for incoming calls only.
Pets: One small dog welcome, please be aware of our booking conditions regarding pets.
Extras: Towels can be hired at £4 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: Single bed in Bedroom 3 is 5ft in length, suitable for children only.

The Lookout, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £440 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Traditional Norfolk brick and flint cottage in quiet village setting. 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. The Lookout is ideal for those holiday makers wishing to be in the centre of Aldeburgh - just minutes from the High Street shops, restaurants, public houses and, of course, the beach - yet situated in a quiet location. The Lookout is attractively presented with good quality furnishings and is perfect for a family holiday or adult retreat at any time of the year. Shop: 0.5 miles Pub: 0.5 miles Ground Floor : Sitting Room with TV, DVD player, well-stocked bookshelves, CD library and electric fire Dining Room with dining table and chairs, picture window overlooking the private contemporary patio garden Kitchen well-equipped with electric oven, gas hob, fridge with ice box, dishwasher and washing machine Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. First Floor : Bedroom 1 with a double bed, wardrobe, bedside tables, drawers and door leading to En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with a double bed, wardrobe, bedside tables and drawers Bedroom 3 with full-size bunk beds Bathroom with bath, washbasin, shaver point and w.c. Garden: Fully enclosed contemporary patio garden with table and chairs and lockable bike store (for two adult bikes). Parking : On roadside. Heating : Gas-fired central heating.

Fishermans Cottage, Sheringham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £391 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Sheringham sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious brick and flint house over three floors which is within easy walking distance of both the beach and town centre.

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.

Fishermen's Cottage is a Norfolk flint property that has been updated to provide accommodation over three floors. Pleasantly furnished and with a spiral staircase as a central feature of the property, this is an interesting and convenient base for seaside holidays exploring all the amenities of North Norfolk. It is situated in a lane in the centre of Sheringham with the beach 150 yards away and shops and all the other attractions of the town within walking distance. Shop/Pub: within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, table and chairs
Sitting Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with Freeview, video, DVD player, CD hi-fi and living-flame gas fire
Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with a double bed, flat screen TV with Freeview and DVD player

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a single bed and and pull-out truckle bed - please state on booking if required, TV with DVD player
Bedroom 2 with sea view, twin beds, TV with Freeview and DVD player

Second Floor:
Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: There is an enclosed courtyard area to the back and side of the property.
Parking: There is no allocated parking space for the cottage, however there are car parks and street parking close by.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: CDs, books and games. SKY connection available, please bring your own box.
Pets: Two pets welcome.

Elma Cottage, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £482 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Holme-next-the-Sea sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: A delightful cottage which has been modernised to provide modern facilities with character accommodation. Holme is on the North Norfolk coast and offers a sandy beach and excellent opportunities for bird watching, cycling and walking.

The small village of Holme-next-the-Sea sits on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast and is at the northern end of Peddars Way, the Roman road from Colchester to Lincoln via a ferry across the wash. It has a wide sandy beach which is excellent for everything from sandcastles to kiting. With Holme Dunes and Titchwell Nature Reserve on the doorstep, Hunstanton, Burnham Market and Brancaster all within a very short distance, the village is an ideal base for exploring this part of Norfolk's coastline and enjoying its many beaches, walking and cycling opportunities.

This is a 300-year-old cottage in the quiet village of Holme-next-the-Sea, approximately one mile from the North Norfolk coast. The cottage is also close to the local nature reserves, and a ten minute drive from the fabulous beaches at Hunstanton and Brancaster. With a large enclosed garden, spacious and well equipped, versatile accommodation it is a property which can be enjoyed throughout the year. Shop: 2 miles Pub: walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room comfortably furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with Freeview, DVD player, radio/CD player and wood burner
Open Plan Kitchen a large room with electric range cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and arch to Dining Area with table, chairs and window seat
Inner Hall with access to the rear garden, door leads to the
Cloakroom/Utility Room with washbasin, washing machine and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden Annexe:
Ground Floor: Shower Room: Shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
First Floor: Bedroom 4 with twin beds (this room is in the eaves and does have some sloping walls)

Garden: Rear, lawned garden is fully enclosed and dog proof with a patio area, garden furniture and barbecue. There is a further wildlife area at the bottom of the garden - this area is fenced so children cannot access it as it has a ditch - possible that dogs may access it and they could get very muddy!
Parking: Driveway to the side of the property, suitable for three cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Pets: Three dogs are welcome at the property. We do ask that they are not allowed upstairs and should be left in the inner hall and utility room if left unattended. The inner hall is an ideal area for wet dogs. Pets are not allowed in the Annexe at any time. Damage caused by unattended dogs should be paid for.
Also Provided: A selection of books and games.
Extras: Towel hire available at £6 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: The annexe can be booked for £150 per week during the low season - bands A & B, payable on booking. During main school holidays and high season the cottage and the annexe have to be booked as one unit. Therefore the prices shown for bands A & B are for the house only please add £150 per week if you wish to book the annexe. Some pillows are feather filled.