East England cottages and self catering

Church Cottage, Burgh-next-Aylsham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Burgh-next-Aylsham sleeps 6.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Set between the Broads and the North Norfolk coast, in a superb holiday location, in one of the most beautiful parts of Norfolk. A family home which has been lovingly renovated and converted, to form a spacious, attractive and comfortable house with the friendly and mellow atmosphere which only generations of family life can give to a building. It is furnished and equipped to comfortable standards and personally supervised by the caring owners. They have the beamed ceilings typical of the period, and farmhouse sitting-rooms with open fires. The Broads are within a few minutes’ drive, and at Wroxham, the ‘capital of the Broads’, daily boat hire is available to explore the famous waterways, whilst pausing at one of the many riverside inns, restaurants and cafés along the way. Norfolk’s coastline with soft sandy beaches is readily accessible, with traditional seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham, as well as coastal paths for bracing walks, whilst many fine NT properties abound in the area. Sheringham Park, with its many species of trees, shrubs and wild flowers offers way marked walks ablaze with the colour of rhododendrons in spring, whilst Blickling Hall with Jacobean splendour hosts open air concerts and events. For a change of tempo, the city of Norwich – one of England’s finest shopping centres – also boasts a Norman cathedral and castle, theatres and museums. Appealing to children in particular, Banham Zoo, Wroxham Barns and Craft Centre, Dinosaur Adventure Park, West Runton Shire Horse Centre and the Splash and Victory swimming-pools (at Sheringham and North Walsham) provide plentiful entertainment, whilst steam train enthusiasts will find the Poppyline Steam Railway, Bure Valley narrow gauge railway, and Thursford Steam Museum all worth a visit. Numerous bird sanctuaries, salt marshes and wildlife centres punctuate the region, and the quiet lanes and country tracks provide cyclists with ample opportunity to explore the area under their own steam.

Wayfarer House, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Wells-next-the-Sea sleeps 8.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Golf nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and adjoining England’s largest coastal nature reserve, these two attractive beamed holiday cottages stand in the pretty conservation village of Stiffkey, near Blakeney. A short walk from salt marshes, beaches, creeks and sea – and excellent area for exploring, walking, bird watching, sailing, observing seal colonies or simply relaxing. Comfortably furnished and well-equipped they are set within a half-acre, south-facing natural garden with fruit trees and beautiful views across rolling countryside. Four steam railways, Sandringham and Holkham Halls all within an easy drive. Village shops and P.O. 50 yards, good pub 300 yards.

The Old Post Office - Edward Bourne-Jones Apartment, Wangford, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Wangford sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: These two prestigious holiday apartments are set over the second two floors of a substantial late-Victorian house (the owner lives on the ground floor), dating back to 1879 and formerly the old post office. In a village location, they enjoy views of a 16th-century church. Furnished in the style of William Morris and the pre-Raphaelites to name but a few, each has been renovated to a very high standard, retaining original features (beams, fireplaces and lighting) and antique furniture throughout. They are just a stone’s throw away from the quiet village pub and restaurant, and well-stocked village store. Elegant Southwold (2 miles), with its landmark lighthouse and St Edmunds Church, has a beautiful long stretch of beach and Georgian buildings. From here it is possible to stroll along the banks of the River Blyth and old railway tracks to the quaint port of Walberswick, a haven for artists and craftsmen. Picturesque Blythburgh, with 15th-century church, is a short drive. Framlingham has a magnificent turreted castle with sweeping views across town. Aldeburgh, famous for its annual arts festival, international poetry festival and music festival, is within ½ hour’s drive. Lovely sandy beaches 4 miles. Golf, walking, sailing, sea fishing nearby. Shops 150 yards, pubs 50 yards.

April Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 5.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Elegant living, perfect location, Admiral House is a detached property situated just a short walk from the beach and town, making the ideal choice for a traditional seaside holiday, family celebration or get together with friends. A shingle driveway leads to this charming Queen Anne style facade with a modern, spacious interior offering comfortable reception rooms, pleasantly decorated bedrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. There is a secluded sunny rear garden where guests can relax and take a glass of wine before dinner or enjoy a quiet coffee.
Close by is Aldeburgh’s unspoilt beach and charming high street which has changed little from Victorian times although now boasting a range of exclusive shops, high quality restaurants, art galleries and even an award-winning fish and chip shop not to be missed! With a sailing club, golf course and tennis courts to meet the needs of the more active, specialist wine shops, museum and independent cinema can also be found, for those looking for a more relaxing stay. Famous for its musical connections with the composer Benjamin Britten and the tenor Peter Pears, the annual Aldeburgh Festival is held at the nearby Snape Maltings. Admiral House is an ideal base for exploring the Heritage coastal towns and villages such as Southwold, Dunwich, Walberswick, Thorpeness and Orford - all are well worth a visit. Shops and pub 500 yards.

Spacious living room with feature fireplace, Sky TV, double sofa bed (alternative sleeping) and interconnecting door to dining room with seating for 12 people. Kitchen. Sun room with TV, leading to garden. Twin bedroom. Separate toilet. First floor: Large double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room. Three twin bedrooms. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Tide Cottage, Overstrand, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Overstrand sleeps 5.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Situated in an AONB, this pretty 17th-century cottage is secluded and hidden away amongst private woodland - where birds and wildlife, such as deer, owls, woodpeckers and foxes frequent. Neighbouring the owners’ home, Einstein stayed within the grounds for several weeks during the summer of 1933, where he spent the mornings writing his theory of Science and Civilisation, which he later presented to an audience at the Royal Albert Hall. A short drive away is Cromer with promenade, cinema, golf, tennis, shops, restaurants and pubs, whilst Sheringham has Splash Leisure Centre and Blue Flag beach. Good walking from the door. Shop 2 miles.

Step to entrance. Spacious beamed living/dining room. Spacious fitted kitchen. Conservatory. Bathroom with shower cubicle and toilet. First floor: Beamed double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and toilet. Step to beamed twin bedroom. Further twin bedroom with sloping ceiling.

The Red House, Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 14
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Thorpeness sleeps 14.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 14

Accommodation overview: The perfect choice for a traditional seaside holiday, Seahorse House is ideally situated just a short walk from the Aldeburgh seafront and high street. The seafront is little changed from Victorian times and the high street has a range of traditional shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants. This adjoining property has well furnished, spacious accommodation in this beautiful area whose charm attracts visitors from all over the world. Famous for its musical connections with Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears, the annual Aldeburgh Festival is held at the nearby Snape Maltings. With a sailing club, tennis courts and golf course, Aldeburgh has something for everyone. Seahorse House is an ideal base for exploring famous heritage coast towns and villages such as Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich. Shops ½ mile.

Living room with French doors. Kitchen/dining room with tiled floor. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Twin bedroom. Single bedroom. Shower room with toilet.

Dragonfly, Rumburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £301 to £582

Self catering accommodation in Rumburgh sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Hot Tub Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: In a tranquil rural setting overlooking a lily pond where dragonflies hover this charming little stable conversion has a pretty terrace and a beamed interior. Within walking distance of the village inn it is just 30 minutes drive from the elegant coastal town of Southwold. Lovely local walks and cycling through 'The Saints' an area untouched by the 21st century rich in open commons churches and pretty villages. Halesworth and shops 4 miles.

Open plan sitting/dining room with electric 'wood burner effect' fire and fitted kitchen area. First floor: Twin bedded room. Double bedroom with low beam to entrance and TV/DVD. Cloakroom/W.C. Shower room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Rishangles Old Church, Rishangles, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Rishangles sleeps 10.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Peacefully situated with its own garden, this detached holiday accommodation has been lovingly restored to a high standard. With use of an indoor heated swimming pool, a stay at The Stables is ideal to unwind in a charming location. Situated near to Eye and Debenham, with their interesting range of shops and pubs, there are good road links to the larger towns of Diss and Framlingham. Within easy driving distance are the cities of Bury St Edmunds, Norwich, the Suffolk Heritage coast with the delightful towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh. Shop 2½ miles, pub ½ mile.

Large, open-plan, beamed living/dining room with French doors and well-equipped kitchen. Double bedroom with 5ft bed. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Wooden-effect floor throughout.

The Sparrows Nest, Ousden, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Ousden sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Situated a mile down a single track road surrounded by pine woodland, heaths and farm fields, this superb brick and flint lodge offers substantial family accommodation with four of the six bedrooms enjoying en-suite facilities. The internal decor boasts an interesting mix of traditional and contemporary furnishings and is well equipped to the E.T.C. ’5 Star’ standard. The property is set within a beautiful 23,000 acre estate - it has its own sunny, walled garden and enjoys wonderful countryside views from most rooms.
There are extensive walks using the private estate road system leading to forest paths, most notably the Peddars Way. The surrounding area offers a wealth of historic attractions, such as Grime’s Graves, unique and remarkable Neolithic flint mines - the earliest major industrial site in Europe, an Anglo-Saxon village reconstruction at West Stow. Mildenhall, 4 miles distant, has a sports centre, swimming-pool, shops, inns and restaurants. Bury St Edmunds, one of the most unspoilt towns in the country with its famous abbey ruins, offers many town amenities, excellent restaurants and cafes, lively open air market on Saturdays and Wednesdays as well as outstanding examples of Georgian architecture. First class horse racing can be found at Newmarket (12 miles), the scene of the first recorded horse race in 1619, and home to the National Horse Racing Museum. The delightful town of Diss is but a short drive away with a popular market every Friday, Water Gardens and Aquarium Centre. North Norfolk coast is within an hour’s drive. Fishing and golf 8 miles. Pub 1 mile in the village of Eriswell. Shops 3 miles.

Spacious living/dining room with wood-burning stove and open fire, leading down two steps to large drawing room with TV, rugs on wooden floors and French doors to garden. Well-equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen with electric range-style oven and slate floor. Large utility/boot room. Double bedroom. Two twin bedrooms, one with adjoining bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Open-tread stairs to first floor: Three bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet; one double and two twin.

The Old Orchard, Brampton, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £283 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Brampton sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached Pool Easy Walk access • Pub near by sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Nestling in a secluded setting in 70 acres of landscaped grounds and meadows home to horses and ponies theses extremely comfortable cottages each with there own private decking and enjoying use of an indoor pool are ideal for a relaxing holiday. Southwolds elegant seaside (6 mls) RSPB minsmere cycle hire fishing and golf are all under 9 mls. Boat hire at Beccles gateway to the southern broads (5 mls).Moos play barn nearby (reduced rates) is a children's delight.

Open plan sitting/dining room with kitchen area and rugs on wooden floors. Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom/WC (shower attachment). Twin bedded room with 2' 6" beds (double by arr) and ensuite shower room/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Marris Cottage, Thorganby, Lincolnshire, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £250 to £582

Self catering accommodation in Thorganby sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: In the rural tranquillity of the Lincolnshire Wolds this pretty former shepherd's cottage delightfully combines modern comfort with the charm of original features including a cast iron cooking range and open fire. Enjoying glorious views across rolling countryside and surrounded by quiet lanes it is a haven for walkers and cyclists. The Georgian town of Louth Lincoln's cobbled streets and soaring cathedral antique centres bird reserves farmers' markets and seaside resorts are all an easy drive. Shop and pub under 4 miles.

Hall. Cloakroom/W.C. Beamed sitting/dining room with open fire. Kitchen with breakfast area and French doors to patio. First floor: Double bedroom with 5' bed ensuite bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment) and door to cot room. Twin bedded room with ensuite bathroom/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Mill House, Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 14
Weekly price range £848 to £2503

Self catering accommodation in Thorpeness sleeps 14.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached • Fishing nearby • Four Poster Bed • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allow

Accommodation overview: Enjoying an elevated setting this very impressive mock Tudor property stands beside the windmill and opposite the famous 'House in the Clouds' in the unique Suffolk seaside village of Thorpeness. Built as a holiday village by Glen Stuart Ogilvie in 1928 it boasts black and white 'Tudor' buildings and cottages and a glorious 70 acre Meare dotted with many little islands and inlets – sailing dinghies and Indian canoes can be hired in summer. Ideal for family gatherings (even providing an old trunk of children's dressing up clothes) this very comfortable house has generous ⅔ acre gardens overlooking The Meare (visitors can fish from a little jetty in the lower garden). Golf is available at Thorpeness (handicap required) and Aldeburgh 2 miles where sailing is also a favourite sport. Bird watching nature reserves and lovely heathland and coastal walks are on the doorstep. Sandy beaches at Walberswick and Southwold Orford Castle and Snape Maltings Concert Hall and craft centre are all under 10 miles. Country Club inns restaurant and shop within ¼ mile.

Beamed sitting room with wooden floors open fire and doors to conservatory. Dining room (table converts to ½ size snooker table). Well fitted kitchen. Two utility rooms. Dog room (with garden access). Shower room (wet room)/W.C. in adjacent drying room. Cloakroom/W.C. Double bedroom with 6' bed. Two staircases to first floor: Landing with play area and TV. Double bedroom with four poster bed TV video and ensuite bathroom/W.C. with spa bath separate shower cubicle and twin wash basins. Second double bedroom with wash basin. Cloakroom/W.C. Full size bunk bedded room with additional set of bunks (for 1 + 1). Two twin bedded rooms. Bathroom/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143