East England cottages and self catering

The Flowerpot, Binham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £239 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Binham sleeps 2.

Features include: • Pets allowed • Garden • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Cosy, single storey hideaway. Comfortable accommodation with period furniture and laden bookshelves.

Binham is a beautiful, peaceful village retaining all the charm and character of a bygone age. The village has the remains of an early 12th century Benedictine priory, where classical concerts are held throughout the summer and the whole area is steeped in history. The Georgian town of Holt is five miles away with the harbour town of Wells four miles away. Also nearby is the picturesque village of Blakeney, where narrow streets slope down to the tidal creek, and which offers sailing and beautiful coastal and marshland walks. The well-stocked village shop is a legendary village institution, as are the excellent butcher, gift shop and pub with its own micro-brewery.

The Flowerpot is a cosy single-storey hideaway, peacefully tucked away at the end of the owner's immaculate little vegetable garden. The accommodation is comfortable and has period furniture, together with laden bookshelves. There are views across the garden walls to the spectacular Priory ruins in the fields beyond. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 150 yards

Open-Plan Living Room comprising Sitting Area pleasantly furnished with very comfortable seating, TV with Freesat and DVD player
Dining Area with dining table and chairs
Kitchen Area with cooker, microwave, small dishwasher and fridge
Bedroom with twin beds
Shower Room with shower, washbasin, heated towel rail and wc

Garden: Small paved and enclosed patio to front of The Flowerpot with garden furniture.
Parking: Off-road for two cars.
Heating: Electric heating included.
Pets: One very well-behaved dog welcome (as long as it stays off the vegetables!).

Greenbank, Salthouse, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £365 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Salthouse sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Attractive brick and flint modern cottage just a short walk from the shingle beach.

Salthouse is an unspoilt conservation village situated on the North Norfolk Coast in An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is an ideal location for exploring the diverse coastline from the popular resorts of Sheringham and Cromer to the picturesque villages of Cley and Blakeney, all of which are within a few miles. The area is a haven for ornithologists, walkers and nature lovers, with many bird reserves and excellent walks close by including our new Salthouse Sculpture Trail. Good fishing is also close at hand.

Greenbank is a modern terraced property set within a quiet area of Salthouse and offering sea views from the front bedroom and kitchen. The accommodation is comfortable and is ideal for families or couples. Within walking distance of Salthouse's famous marshes, the property is great for birdwatchers and walkers. Within walking distance of the property is Cookies Crab Shop, a restaurant offering a unique informal dining experience with fish as its speciality, is frequently mentioned in the national press. Shop/Pub: 0.25 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, HD Satellite TV, DVD player, radio and CD player, dining table, chairs, electric fire and French doors to patio
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer

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

Garden: Enclosed small patio garden with garden furniture.
Parking: For two cars.
Heating: Night storage heaters included May-Sept and £10 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Also Provided: Books and games.

The Hay House, Thursford, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £390 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Thursford sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: The Hay House is an attractive conversion on a small family owned working farm.

Thursford is located midway between the towns of Fakenham and Holt and only six miles from Wells-next-the-Sea. It is an excellent location for a holiday, offering visitors the chance to enjoy the peace and quiet of a rural setting but also providing easy access to the many attractions in the area. The village is best known for the Thursford Collection, but is also home to Thursford Wood, a medieval wood pasture containing some of the oldest trees in the country.

The Hay House is an attractive conversion on a small family-owned working farm. It is on the outskirts of the village and there is access to the surrounding farmland with the owner's permission. Many original features have been retained and there is an attractive mezzanine sleeping area which will be popular with children and the young at heart. Outside there is a south-facing covered area which provides a sheltered sitting area and is ideal for barbecues. Shop: 2 miles Pub: 1 mile

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD and CD hi-fi Dining Area with table, six chairs and a stool Kitchen Area with electric cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Wet Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Mezzanine Level with twin beds, this area has exposed beams and a sloping ceiling

Garden: Gravel area to front and secure courtyard area to the rear of property with table, chairs and barbecue. Grassed area beside the property also available.
Parking: Driveway for three large cars.
Heating: O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels, stair gate located at the top of the stairs, books and games. Travel cot on request.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

7 Coach House Mews, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £359 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Old Hunstanton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Golf • Near Horse Riding

Accommodation overview: 7 Coach House Mews is set in a horseshoe shaped mews of similar newly built carrstone and brick cottages. It has been tastefully furnished and has high quality kitchen and bathroom fittings, and there is a fully decked rear garden in which to relax

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.

7 Coach House Mews is set in a horseshoe-shaped mews of similar carrstone and brick cottages. It has been tastefully furnished and has high quality kitchen and bathroom fittings, and a fully decked rear garden in which to relax. The cottage is in the centre of lovely Old Hunstanton which has restaurants, a craft centre and antique shop, and is only a five minute walk to the beach. Shop: 100 metres Pub: 500 metres

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area attractively furnished with comfortable seating, wall-mounted widescreen TV with Freeview and DVD player Dining Area with table and chairs and French doors to garden Kitchen Area with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 the 'French Room' with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom fully tiled with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a king-size bed - this can be split into twin beds please request when booking, En-Suite Shower Room fully tiled with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Front shared brick woven courtyard, rear garden fully decked, with garden furniture and gate through to the Lodge Hotel.
Parking: Designated off-road for two vehicles.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games.
Notes:Unfortunately this property does not accept children under 14 years of age.

Old Beans Cottage, Fakenham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £274 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Fakenham sleeps 2.

Features include: Short breaks • Detached • Garden • Close to a Pub • Near Horse Riding

Accommodation overview: Old Bean's Cottage was an 18th century former washhouse which has recently been converted into a studio cottage, furnished to an exceptional standard.

East Barsham is a small village nestling in quiet, rolling countryside close to the small market town of Fakenham and with excellent access to the North Norfolk Coast at Wells and Holkham. The area is renowned for its bird watching opportunities with Cley and Blakeney easily accessible. National Cycle routes 1 & 2 will take you through some super countryside and villages. With the coast so close and countryside on the doorstep this is a good location if you enjoy walking. The village pub, The White Horse, is within easy walking distance of the cottage. Restaurants, shopping facilities and farmers markets can be found at Fakenham.

Old Beans Cottage is an 18th century former washhouse which has recently been converted into a studio cottage, furnished to an exceptional standard. This period dwelling overlooks water meadows and woodland. It is not unusual to see barn owls and snipe - the owner has erected various bird boxes to encourage nesting. Set next to the owner's own home and enjoying privacy and peace and quiet, this is a great location for a holiday. Pub: 0.25 miles Shop: 2/3 miles dependent on direction

Open plan room with Sitting/Dining Area with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD, radio and iPod dock, dining table, chairs and French doors to the garden Bedroom with a king-size bed, large decorative wardrobe provides a screen to the living area
Kitchen with electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing machine
Shower Room with shower cubicle with drench head and additional small head, washbasin and wc

Garden: Enclosed rear patio garden overlooking wild flower garden, garden furniture and barbecue, views over water meadows and woodland.
Parking: Driveway for one car.
Heating: Electric central heating.
Also Provided: Towels. Hairdryer. Books and games.

Dragonfly, Ilketshall St Margaret, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £334 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Ilketshall St Margaret sleeps 5.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Hot Tub • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove •

Accommodation overview: A pretty traditionally styled cottage nestling in the Suffolk countryside and near to the heritage coast The hamlet of Ilketshall St Margaret is located just south of the market town of Bungay with all its shopping, eating and recreational opportunities virtually on the doorstep. Set within delightful countryside that offers peace and tranquillity yet has great links to some of Suffolk's well known market and coastal towns. Southwold and the Heritage Coast are just a short drive with Bungay and Beccles, market towns with diverse shopping opportunities, just minutes away. The whole area is surrounded by National Cycle Routes that should keep keen cyclists busy for at least a week! Dragonfly is a pretty hand crafted timber framed cottage, built to a traditional style and nestling in the Suffolk countryside. The cottage has been lovingly converted by the owners and furnished to a high standard with the emphasis being firmly placed on the holiday maker's comfort and enjoyment. Shop: 4 miles Pub: 4 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD and Freeview. Inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave and dishwasher Bedroom 3 with a single bed En-Suite Wet Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Paved terrace with patio furniture overlooking a fenced wildlife pond. Children should be supervised at all times. Gas barbecue. Parking: Ample parking. Heating: O.F.C.H Pets: Welcome. Also Provided: Six berth hot tub under all-weather, lit, oak barn. Internet access. All wood for the wood burning stove provided. Shared utility area with washing machine, drying space and fridge with large freezer space. Weekly or daily rates for cycle hire for all ages (helmets provided). Tandem hire (helmets provided). Starter pack for the wood burning stove. Shared utility area with washing machine, drying space and fridge with large freezer space. Internet access. Notes: Meadow area available for ball games.