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

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.

Corinthian Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £446 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: 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. Corinthian Cottage is a comfortable family house situated in Crabbe Street just one road back from Aldeburgh's sea front. Spacious accommodation and with the added advantage of two shower rooms. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 15 yardsGround Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV and DVD. Telephone for incoming calls. Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and gas hob, fridge with ice box and microwave First Floor: Bedroom 1 with double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with single bed and En-suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Small rear courtyard. Parking: On street. Heating: Gas heating.

The Hollies, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £399 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: An attractively furnished traditional Suffolk cottage providing a cosy retreat in an ideal location for a seaside holiday Reydon is only divided from Southwold by Buss Creek, a narrow stretch of water where the fishing boats of long ago used to tie up. All properties have easy access to the beaches and town centre amenities by road or the various footpaths. Reydon boasts two well stocked village stores as well as the Randolph Hotel which has an excellent restaurant and friendly bar. The Hollies is an attractively furnished, traditional Suffolk cottage, set back behind a holly hedge, just over the bridge from Southwold. It is a cosy retreat being in an ideal location for a seaside holiday at any time of the year. The property is suitably placed for an easy walk into Southwold whilst being situated far enough out of the town for ease of parking. Shop: 0.10 miles Pub: 0.25 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD/Freeview, CD radio, inglenook fireplace with wood burner, traditional Suffolk stone floor and a raised area with a desk Kitchen/Dining Area with gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, table and chairs Utility Area with washing machine and tumble drier Cloakroom/Shower Room with walk in shower, washbasin and w.c. Conservatory/Porch small area with coat rack - door to garden Steep stairs to.... First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with a double bed Bathroom with a whirlpool bath, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Courtyard garden with patio furniture. Parking: On drive for one car and roadside. Heating: Gas-fired central heating.

Hunny, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £430 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Hunny is a very comfortable property which is well equipped and close to the beach and town centre.

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. 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 opportunities. The Royal Sandringham Estate is approximately eight miles away, a wonderful day out with its cycling, walking and picnic opportunities.

Hunny is a semi-detached house which is close to the beach and town centre. Well-equipped and spacious, the accommodation is comfortable and well presented. The garden is fully enclosed and safe for children. Pubs/Shop/Restaurants: within easy walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room furnished in a modern style with comfortable seating, wall-mounted flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD hi-fi and feature living flame effect fire
Dining Room with dining table, chairs and feature living flame electric fire
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and tumble dryer

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Enclosed rear lawned garden with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Driveway for two cars.
Heating: Night storage and electric convection.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games.
Extras: Wi-Fi available on request at £5 per week payable on booking
Notes: Hunny has internal access to property 1289 - Sunny through a fully sound proofed door, which is a single storey unit, fully equipped for guests with mobility requirements. The properties can be booked independently or together.

Cosy Corner, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £350 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: 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. Cosy Corner is exactly as the name suggests, warm, comfortable and has the added advantage of a car parking space. Cosy Corner is ideal for holidaymakers looking for a quiet bolt hole. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 150 yardsGround Floor: Sitting/Dining Room with flat screen TV, DVD and dining table and chairs Kitchen with two ring electric hob, combination grill/microwave and fridge/freezer Bedroom 1 with a double bed Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Parking: Designated parking space. Heating: Gas heating.

Appletree Cottage, Weybourne, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £447 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Weybourne sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Spacious detached house built in traditional Norfolk brick and flint. Ideal for a family holiday,

Weybourne is a village of flint cottages and winding roads, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has a shingle beach, and there is a cliff-top walk, which leads you to the sandy beach at Sheringham just three miles away. The village is famous for being home to the Muckleburgh Military Collection, which is well worth a visit. There are many other opportunities for days out in the area for young and old alike and there are a number of excellent golf courses within easy reach. The village itself has a shop and pub, which serves food.

Appletree Cottage is a spacious detached property built in traditional Norfolk brick and flint. It is a delightful, attractively presented cottage, which is well equipped and ideal for a family holiday. There is also the benefit of a lovely rear garden, with sea views from the corner. Shop/Pub: 100 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, Freeview, DVD player, CD hi-fi, feature inglenook fireplace and patio doors to the garden
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge and freezer
Utility Room with microwave and washer/dryer
Study with comfortable seating, desk and laptop computer with broadband internet access - no extra charge
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed front and rear lawned gardens with patio and garden furniture.
Parking: For three cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Selection of books and games. Broadband.

Lavender Cottage, Westleton, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £860 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Westleton sleeps 10.

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

Accommodation overview: Lavender Cottage is an 18th century large family cottage with a lovely homely feel in the centre of the pretty village of Westleton. Westleton is a pretty village midway between Aldeburgh and Southwold, with the coast at Dunwich only two and a half miles away. Centred around a large green, Westleton is one of the most popular places to stay on the Heritage Coast. It is an ideal base for the beach or for Minsmere, as well as the coastal heaths and forests. There are two good pubs, a restaurant and well-stocked village store/post office - all in the village centre. Much of the area around the village is accessible open heath or mixed woodland. Lavender Cottage is an 18th century large family cottage, previously the Vicarage. It has a lovely homely feel and has been recently renovated to a high standard. Perfect for a family holiday with the added advantage of a separate games room and everything children and adults could want to have fun during their time away. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 25ydsGround Floor: Sitting Room 1 with wood burner, Sky TV/DVD leading through to Study/Music Room with piano, table and chairs Sitting Room 2 with wood burner leading through to Dining Room with table and chairs leading through to Kitchen/Utility with gas hob and electric oven, fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and tumble drier Bathroom with over-bath power shower, hand held shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a four-poster double bed Shower Room with very small sit-down shower cubicle (suitable for a small child), washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with a double bed Steep cottage stairs to..Second Floor Bedroom 3 with a double bed - restricted height due to eaves Bedroom 4 with a double bed - restricted height due to eaves Annexe Ground Floor: with Sitting Room, table and chairs, Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom with double bed (Please note that due to eves there is restricted headroom and access to both sides of the bed)Garden: Large and enclosed, however dogs and children need to be supervised, two patio areas, BBQs, table and chairs. Parking: Room for 4 cars on drive. Heating: Oil central heating and wood burners. Wall mounted electric panel heaters. Pets: One well behaved dog welcome. Also Provided: Large Garage, Games Room in garden with pool table, table tennis table, games and books, Play Station 2, sitting area with TV/DVD Notes: A security deposit cheque of £150 is required by the owner two weeks prior to your holiday. There is a basic Sky package at the house, but if owner is given some notice, the package can be upgraded to Sports or Movies for an additional £20

Nicholson Cottage, Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £361 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Happisburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: One of four very well appointed cottages offering sympathetically restored accommodation with use of a large recreation barn.

Happisburgh (pronounced Haisbro) is a seaside village on the North East Coast of Norfolk, famous for its red and white lighthouse. It offers visitors a quiet, rural location, sandy beaches and cliff-top walks. The village has a post office/store and a traditional coaching inn and is within a 15-minute drive of the market towns of North Walsham and Stalham with easy access to the Norfolk Broads and many other tourist attractions.

In past years, Church Farm has been a favoured holiday location for famous artists such as Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, Ben Nicholson and Ivon Hitchens, keen to relax in a rural idyll. The large grain barn and stables have been sympathetically converted to retain character and create four beautiful cottages, which all have exposed flint walls and old beams. There is a large recreation barn (9am-8pm) offering a racket sports area, a pool table, table tennis table and a comfortable seating area with books and games. Each cottage has its own door allowing access directly into the recreation barn. Shop/Pub: 0.25 miles

Typically suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.

The beamed door opening in Nicholson Cottage where empty grain wagons left the main barn makes an interesting feature in the open-plan living area. Exposed flint walls, beams and artwork by the painter Ben Nicholson give added character to each room. The cottage is on one level and has an enclosed patio and garden area with gas barbecue, rotary dryer and outside furniture.

Spacious Open Plan Living Area with Sitting Area with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, Freeview box and radio/CD player
Kitchen Area with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, freezer, dining table and chairs
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
There is direct internal access to a shared recreation area

Parking: There is one designated parking space for the cottage and an additional two spaces available in the grounds. Further parking is available approximately 300 yards from the cottage.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Board games. There is a payphone and a coin-operated tumble dryer in the barn. Stair/door gate available on request. Cycle storage rack. The cottage can connect to the Internet via wireless access.
Notes:On the following dates will be charged lower than the bands indicated by the 'Price Breaks' table 14th April - 12th May, 1st Sept, 15th and 22nd Sept all at Band A. 7th April, 26th May and 1st Sep at B, 2nd June at C.
25th Aug will be charged at E.

Booking dates for Christmas and New Year 2012 are 21st to 28th December and 28th December to 4th Jan.