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

The Bolt Hole, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £292 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: An ideal escape from the world and well positioned for the town centre and the beach. 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 greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. The Bolt Hole lives up to its name! It is an ideal escape from the world but it is also well positioned for the town centre and beach. The property provides a comfortable base from which to explore this lovely part of the world. Shop: 400 yards Pub: 150 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/video/DVD player and CD hi-fi Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave and fridge Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Steep and winding stairs to First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and washbasin Bedroom 2 with a single bed, additional pull-out single bed and washbasin Garden: Enclosed courtyard - outhouse housing washer/dryer and outdoor furniture Parking: Roadside. Secure bike storage (in the side passage). Heating: Night storage heaters.

Fishermens Mews, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £390 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Central to the beach and town, although set within a quiet mews, Fishermen’s Mews gives you the best of both.

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.

Fishermen’s Mews is an attractive modern four storey town house situated in a private mews of eight similar properties close to the beach and town centre. A spacious, comfortable and well-equipped property, furnished in a contemporary style show-casing the work of local artists. Shops/Pubs/Restaurants: walking distance

Ground Floor:
Kitchen/Diner a spacious room with fridge, freezer, range gas hob and electric ovens, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, butler sink, table, CD player, settle and chairs, door to small courtyard
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, iPod dock, feature flame-effect gas fire
Study with desk and chair

Second Floor:
Bedroom 1 with queen-sized bed, access from one side makes this suitable for one person only, hi-fi with CD player and DAB radio
Bedroom 2 with bunk beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

Third Floor:
Bedroom 3 with a double bed, TV with Freeview and DVD, hi-fi with CD and DAB radio and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed small rear patio area with garden furniture.
Parking: Designated parking space for one car with security parking bollard.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games.
Notes: Although no pets are allowed at the property, guests should be aware that the owner's dog occasionally visits.

Luggers Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £430 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Wells-next-the-Sea sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Character three storey cottage a few minutes walk from the quayside.

Wells is a popular town set behind a small harbour on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast. It is possible to travel from the town by narrow-gauge steam railway to the sandy beach, which is backed by pine woods. The beach is one mile from the town and has a car park and tea rooms. It is an ideal location for a holiday at any time of the year and the area is famed for ornithology and has many excellent walks. Amenities in the town include amusements, great pubs, restaurants and many interesting shops.

Luggers Cottage is a period property dating from 1790 and at one time formed part of a public house, but has now been converted to provide character accommodation, just a few minutes walk from the quayside. It has a tasteful and attractive interior, which is warm and cosy, whatever the weather outside. Shop/Pub: 50 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV with DVD, CD hi-fi and inglenook fireplace with wood burner
Dining Room with dining table and chairs
Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, tumble dryer and dishwasher
Lobby with washing machine
Bathroom with corner spa bath with over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and very small Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3 (attic bedroom) with twin beds

Garden: Enclosed walled patio garden with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Garage for one car and a further parking space for one car.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Telephone for incoming calls only. Selection of children's toys and books. Travel cot.
Pets: Up to two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Horseshoe Cottage, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £251 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Traditional brick and flint fisherman's cottage. This Cromer cottage is only a few minutes walk from the beautiful sandy beach and it is also very close to the centre of Cromer. Ideal for seaside holidays!

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, 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.

This traditional brick and flint fisherman's cottage is situated along a little alley just a few minutes walk from the sea and the town centre. It is a simple, clean and comfortable cottage, which provides well-equipped accommodation. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 50 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, electric fire, dining table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge and microwave
Utility Room outside, opposite cottage with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 2'6" bunk beds - a small room suitable for children only
Shower Room is a very small, narrow room with shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Small patio area with table and chairs.
Heating: night storage heaters
Parking: Roadside or pay and display car parks in the town.
Also Provided: Towels. Stairgate. Books and games.
Pets: One large or two small well-behaved dog(s) welcome.
Notes: This former fisherman's cottage does have rather steep stairs. Picture is of the rear of the property.

Ladybird Cottage, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £391 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: The Ladybird House is a pretty, quality conversion of a detached Victorian coach house in Hunstanton.

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.

Ladybird Cottage is a pretty, quality conversion of a detached Victorian coach house set in a quiet position in the town. It is just a few minutes walk from the beach and you can see the sea from the sitting room window. The cottage is tastefully furnished in a country style with great attention to detail. Shop/Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed, French doors to garden and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and TV and CD player
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Spacious Open Plan Room with Sitting Area - Juliette balcony overlooking the garden, pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD, record player and real-flame gas fire
Dining Area with dining table and chairs
Kitchen Area with gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher - washing machine housed under the stairs

Garden: Enclosed lawned garden. Decking area with garden furniture, patio heater, barbecue and large wooden sandpit.
Parking: For three cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H. £25 heating charge Oct - Apr.
Also Provided: Towels. Travel cot and stair gate. Books and games.

The Gingerbread House, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 14
Weekly prices from £866 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 14.

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

Accommodation overview: Very spacious Victorian town house just 100 yards from the seafront.

REDUCED OCCUPANCY PRICE FOR UP TO SIX PEOPLE AVAILABLE ON THIS 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 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.

This elegant and very spacious Victorian town house is arranged over three floors, and some rooms have sea views. It is built of local carrstone, known as Gingerbread stone - hence the name! The house is an excellent blend of old and new with features such as the original fireplaces, high corniced ceilings and even the servants' bells, which complement the very comfortable and well-equipped accommodation. It is situated in the centre of Hunstanton and has proved to be an ideal house for family holidays, being just a short walk from the seafront and all the local amenities. There is also the benefit of an enclosed garden and private parking. Shop/Pub: short walk

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, feature fireplace, TV with Freeview - Sky infrastructure in place - you may bring your own digibox, video, DVD player, CD hi-fi
Dining Room with dining table, chairs, feature fireplace and French doors to garden
Breakfast Room with table, chairs and living-flame gas fire
Kitchen with gas range cooker, electric oven, fridge, freezer, microwave and dishwasher
Cloakroom with wc
Garden Room/Store with occasional seating, and French doors to garden

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with sea views, a double bed, TV and En-Suite with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and En-Suite with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with a double bed and TV with Freeview, 'Jack and Jill' door to bathroom
Bathroom with roll-top bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc - can be accessed from bedroom 3
Bedroom 4 with a single bed and second pull-out single bed
Utility Room with washing machine, tumble dryer, sink unit and wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 5 with a double bed, TV with Freeview and bay window seat with sea view
Bedroom 6 with twin beds and TV with Freeview
Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and Victorian wc

Garden: Fully enclosed lawned and patio garden with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Private for three cars at rear of property and roadside to the front.
Heating: G.F.C.H. included May-Sept. and £20 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Two Z-beds available on request. Three cots, two highchairs and stair gates available on request. Books and games.
Extras: Towels may be hired at £6 per person per week payable on booking.
Pets: Well-behaved pets welcome.
Special Offer: There is a reduction for a maximum of six people on this property in the A & B Bands. This applies to full weeks and short breaks in a price range of £390 & £506 for a week and £294 & £379 for 3 nights. The top floor will not be available under this offer.

17 South Green, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £315 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: 17 South Green is a cosy, unspoilt yet fully modernised cottage. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac 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 greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. Secluded and peaceful, Southwold Denes is an ideal retreat for walkers and nature enthusiasts. 17 South Green is a cosy, unspoilt yet fully modernised cottage. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of South Green. It is ideal for those looking for a relaxing break, yet within a couple of minutes walk of the beach, town and promenade. Shop: 250 yards Pub: 150 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD, open fire and window looking on to the green Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with gas cooker, fridge and microwave Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and additional put-you-up bed (if required) Bedroom 2 with a single bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed Shower Room with walk-in shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed courtyard to the rear, laid to slabs with access passage through gate to the side of property. Parking: Outside the cottage when available (not allocated with the cottage) or free parking within a two minute walk. Heating: Open fire and gas-fired central heating. Also Provided: Books, games, telephone for in-coming calls and assorted beach equipment. Notes: Due to the age of the property please note there is a narrow staircase with no handrail.

Vicarys House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £510 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: Three storey substantial family house in popular location, being near the lighthouse and just a few minutes walk to the beach and 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 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. Vicary's is a popular and substantial three storey family house in a sought after location near the lighthouse and is just a few minutes walk to the beach and shops. The property has the advantage of off-street parking for two cars. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 200 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, video and games console, electric fan fire Kitchen/Dining Area with gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave and dining table and chairs Shower Room with power shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a super king-size bed that can convert to twin beds and En-Suite Bathroom newly fitted, with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with a king-size bed Bathroom newly refitted with bath, over bath power shower, washbasin and w.c. Second Floor: Bedroom 3 with a single bed Bedroom 4 with a single bed plus a single pull out bed Garden: Enclosed front garden with garden furniture and gas barbecue. Parking: Private for two cars. Heating: Electric storage and convector heaters. Notes: One well-behaved dog allowed.