Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in East England

3 Hillbre Court, Sheringham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £410 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Sheringham sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: No 3 is a spacious, light and airy terraced holiday home in Sheringham offering good sized family accommodation in a quiet residential area of the town with superb views of the town and sea from the first and second floors.

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.

No 3 is a spacious, light and airy terraced property offering good-sized family accommodation in a quiet residential area of the town with superb views of the town and sea from the first and second floors. Beach, golf course, pubs, restaurants and shops are all within easy walking distance down a slight hill. The location and property make an excellent base for a traditional seaside holiday. Shop: 0.5 miles Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, electric living flame fire, table and chairs
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, washer/dryer, table and chairs
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

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

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3 large studio room with twin beds and TV with Freeview

Garden: Rear patio garden with swing seat, garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Designated driveway at the front of the property for two cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games. Broadband connection. McLaren buggy and stair gate.
Pets: Please note that although no pets are allowed at the property the owner's pet occasionally visits.

Paddling Ducks, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £866 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 10.

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

Accommodation overview: A great property, spacious and well equipped in the coastal town of Hunstanton, good for families and mixed groups.

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.

Paddling Ducks is a substantial detached property situated in a quiet location close to the town, beach and Hunstanton's famous cliffs. The accommodation is very spacious and easily accommodates the number of guests. The Jacuzzi cabin with steam shower and changing room is a particular feature. Shops/Pubs within easy walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room furnished in a modern style with comfortable seating, very large flat screen TV with Freeview, Sky basic, surround sound, DVD player and feature gas fire
Conservatory with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player and Playstation 2
Kitchen/Dining Room with AGA, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, table and chairs for ten
Inner Hall with washer/dryer door leads to Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Study with desk, chair and Wi-Fi

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with a double bed
Bedroom 4 with twin beds
Bedroom 5 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Rear garden is fully enclosed with patio, lawned area, garden furniture and gas barbecue.
Log Cabin with Jacuzzi hot tub, steam shower, changing area and music system.
Parking: Driveway for four cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H. is included May-Sept and £25 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Pets: Two well-behaved pets are welcome; please do ensure that they are kept off the furniture and beds at all times.
Extras: Towels are available to hire for £3.50 per person per week, payable on booking. There is a housekeeping deposit of £250 payable to Norfolk Country Cottages two weeks before the start of the holiday.

Hilda's Cottage, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £314 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Hilda's cottage is a cosy retreat for couples or small families. Reydon is only divided from Southwold by Buss Creek, a narrow stretch of water where the fishing boats (busses) of long ago used to tie up. All properties therefore have easy access to beaches and town centre amenities by road and various footpaths. Reydon boasts two well-stocked village stores, as well as the Randolph Hotel which has an excellent restaurant and good locals' bar. A delightful Victorian cottage located in a quiet road on the edge of the glorious seaside town of Southwold, Hilda's cottage is a cosy retreat for couples or small families. All of Southwold's amenities are within easy walking distance and Reydon Village stores just around the corner. Hilda's has the added advantage of a small rear garden and easy on-road parking. This cottage makes for an ideal getaway at any time of the year. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 200 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with a TV, DVD, CD, hi-fi Kitchen/Dining Area with gas cooker, microwave, fridge with ice-box, dining table and chairsBathroom with bath, over bath shower and washbasin Separate w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a single bed and a pull-out single bed Garden: Small enclosed rear. Parking: Roadside. Heating: Central heating. Notes: There is a straight steep staircase up to first floor which may not be suitable for the young or infirm.

Evas Cottage, Dersingham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £311 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Dersingham sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Eva's Cottage is ideal for family holidays being close to the coast, or for walkers and birdwatchers, being close to the Sandringham Estate, and the RSPB reserve at Snettisham

Dersingham nestles in the embrace of the Royal Estate of Sandringham and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and woodland. There are many fine examples of the local carstone and flint architecture to be found within this thriving village which is rich in history. A good choice of local beaches, the nearest at Snettisham is only two miles away, with the coastal resorts of North and West Norfolk readily accessible. The area offers good walking and cycling opportunities and if ornithology is a passion then Dersingham boasts its own English Nature Reserve, with Holme - Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Titchwell and Snettisham - RSPB reserves a short distance away. The village has a wide variety of local shops and pubs, which serve food.

Eva's Cottage is a charming 300 year old carstone end of terrace property with some feature stained glass windows. It is set back from the road with pretty gardens to the front and rear. The cottage is comfortable and deceptively spacious, with very versatile accommodation, making it an ideal base for family holidays close to the Norfolk coast and the Royal Sandringham Estate. Shop: 0.1 miles Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room with comfortable seating, TV with Freeview and integral DVD and gas living flame fire
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, combination microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, table and chairs
Bedroom 4 with a 3' 6" single bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and washbasin
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with a 2' 6" cabin bed - only suitable for a child and En-Suite Shower Room with a shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Attractive mature gardens to front and rear of property with lawn, decking, covered pond and patio with table and chairs.
Parking: Driveway for two small or one large vehicle.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Books and games, broadband and telephone for incoming calls only.
Extras: Towels may be hired at £4 per person per week payable on booking.
Notes: There is a right of way along the side and across the rear of the property; this is only used by the neighbouring properties.

Clematis Cottage, Lavenham, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £295 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Lavenham sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Welcome to Clematis Cottage, a wonderfully positioned terraced cottage in the heart of the village within a few steps of all the historic sights of Lavenham Lavenham is England's finest medieval village and is often regarded as the food capital of Suffolk. It is a wonderful place to visit with great restaurants and local pubs plus a great variety of interesting shops and galleries. Lavenham is a destination within itself with such proximity to the beautiful landscape of Constable Country, the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds and within easy reach of the Suffolk coast, Lavenham is an ideal place to stay for a break to explore Suffolk's countryside and coast. Welcome to Clematis Cottage, a wonderfully positioned terraced cottage in the heart of the village and within a few steps of the historic sights of Lavenham. It also boasts a lovely secluded courtyard garden at the back to enjoy some peace and quiet. The beautiful beamed interior is very comfortable with a spacious lounge and dining room as well as two double bedrooms upstairs. Shop: 100 metres Pub: 50 metres Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV, DVD Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine and tumble dryer Cloakroom with w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bathroom with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Rear courtyard garden with garden furniture. Parking: Garage for one small car or on street. Heating: Gas heating.

Duck Cottage, Reydon, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £325 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Reydon sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Duck Pond Cottage is beautifully positioned next to a one acre lake, a lovely situation for a peaceful holiday Reydon is only divided from Southwold by Buss Creek, a narrow stretch of water where the fishing boars (busses) 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 good locals' bar. Duck Cottage is a single-storey converted cottage set in the grounds of the owner's house. Beautifully positioned next to a one acre lake, stocked with fish, there are walks all around this quiet and peaceful area, yet it is only ten minutes drive to the sea and centre of Southwold. The beach and town centre are 1.5 miles away. Shop: 900 yards Pub: 1 mile Ground Floor: Sitting/Dining Room with TV, video, French doors onto the garden Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, microwave and washing machine Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom with twin beds Garden: Attractive garden with patio area, garden furniture and views over lake. Parking: For one car in driveway outside garage. Heating: Electric central heating, operated by free coin meter. Also Provided: Use of lake for fishing.

The Sun Deck, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £408 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 2.

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. The Sun Deck is a wonderful architect designed modern property nestled between Aldeburgh's famous High Street and The Terrace. The Sun Deck offers light, bright and spacious accommodation and benefits from an enchanting terraced outside space with Summerhouse and sea views from the upper terrace. Shop: 50 yards Pub: 50 yardsGround Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bathroom with bath, over bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Open plan space to include Sitting Room with flat screen TV and DVD. 'Draw bridge' style walkway to the terraced outside space. Dining Area with table and chairs Kitchen Area with electric oven and gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. Garden: Terraced garden with garden furniture and sea views. Parking: On street. Heating: Gas heating.

Far Horizons, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £583 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Attractive house with sea views from the front and views of the lighthouse at the rear. 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 50 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. Far Horizons has an excellent sea-front location. With a quick dash from the front door you can be on the beach. The elegant pier and town centre are only a short walk away. It is a stylish property with large, spacious rooms and amazing sea views from the front and lighthouse and church views from the rear. The interior is attractively presented with good quality furnishings providing well-equipped accommodation. Shops: 300 yards Pub: 100 yards. Ground Floor: Porch and Entrance Hall with stairs to first floor First Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD and video,/CD player, iPod dock, electric stove, good selection of books, games, CDs and wonderful sea views Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, gas hob, microwave, Smeg fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, extendable dining table and chairs, CD player and door leading to staircase down to sunny courtyard (about ten steps)Second Floor: Bedroom 1 with a brass king-size bed, windows looking out to sea, washbasin and plenty of storage space Bedroom 2 with bunk beds and views to the church Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Third Floor (steep stairs):Bedroom 3 with a single bed and views of the lighthouse Bedroom 4 with a single bed and views of the lighthouse Garden: Small, sunny courtyard garden with rear access, barbecue, table and chairs. Parking: Ample street parking. Heating: Electric stove and gas-fired central heating. Notes: Please note the staircase leading to the third floor is very steep. Wi-Fi Broadband is available

The Old Vicarage, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1079 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 12.

Features include: • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Hot Tub • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Fishing • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: The Old Vicarage is a comfortable and spacious family cottage situated within easy walking distance of Cromer town centre and the beach. It has the benefit of an enclosed garden and plenty of parking.

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.

The Old Vicarage is a spacious family house which was built in 1909 for the Rust family, and was then home to the GP before it became the vicarage. The property is set over three floors and the rooms are of a good size and in keeping with a property of this age. Set within a residential area of the town, it is close to the Lawn Tennis Club, and the Royal Cromer Golf Course. The town centre and beach are a short walk away. With the benefit of off-road parking and an enclosed garden, the property is a great location for a seaside holiday. Shops/Pubs: 0.25 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room 1 pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with DVD player, iPod dock, CD hi-fi and gas living flame fire
Sitting Room 2 pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Sky basic, DVD player and wood burner
Kitchen Diner with Aga, small electric oven and hob, dishwasher, combination microwave, fridge, table and chairs
Dining Conservatory with table and chairs
Utility Room with freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Garden Room with a couple of loungers and changing area.

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with twin beds and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 4 with a single bed and washbasin
Cloakroom with wc

Second Floor:
Bedroom 5 with a double bed and TV with Sky basic
Bedroom 6 with twin beds
Day Room with a day bed and Shower Room with shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Enclosed rear garden with patio and lawn, decked area with hot tub. Further decked area with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Driveway parking for 5/6 cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H. and wood burner.
Also Provided: Stairgate. Telephone for incoming calls only. CDs, Books and games. Starter pack of logs for the wood burner. Broadband. Welcome pack will contain local produce. Two cots provided. Wii Box.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at the property, please be aware of our rules relating to dogs in the property. Two dog beds are provided, please bring your own bedding.
Extras: Towels are available for hire at £3 per person per week, payable on booking.
Notes: A housekeeping deposit of £250 is payable to Norfolk Country Cottages two weeks before the start of your holiday.

The Cottage on the Green, Orford Suffolk, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £446 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Orford Suffolk sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: The Cottage on the Green is a beautiful period Suffolk cottage situated in an idyllic position on the village green within close proximity to Orford's Quay. The property has a period charm and has been furnished to further enhance this. Orford is an attractive small town, dominated by the 12th Century Church and Castle Keep - you may like to climb to the top to enjoy the panoramic views over the town and marshes. It is also famous for Orford Ness National Trust Nature Reserve and Havergate Island, both a delight for ornithologists and nature lovers. Sailing and boat trips are available on the River Ore, country walks in Rendlesham Forest are nearby. It is only nine miles from the beach at Aldeburgh, with the historic towns of Framlingham and Woodbridge and the world-famous Snape Maltings Concert Hall also within easy reach. The Cottage on the Green is a beautiful period Suffolk cottage situated in an idyllic position on the village green within close proximity to Orford's Quay. The property has a period charm and has been furnished to further enhance this, it also benefits from a large rear garden with terracing. A wonderful choice for anyone looking for a real slice of Suffolk. Shop: 250 yards Pub: 25 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD and Sky. Open fireplace Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge with ice box, microwave, washing machine and table and chairs Dining Room with table and chairs Bathroom with bath, over bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor Bedroom 1 with double bed, wash hand basin and views over the Village Green Bedroom 2 with twin beds Garden: Pretty cottage terraced garden to rear with garden furniture Parking: On street. Public car park in close proximity Heating: Oil-fired heating and open fireplace. Notes: A security deposit cheque of £100 is required by the owner two weeks prior to your holiday.

Eldoret, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £1075 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 9.

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

Accommodation overview: A beautifully presented property situated just off Aldeburgh's High Street with parking. Aldeburgh, home of the famous Aldeburgh Festival of Music, is a charming, historic seaside resort with many fine Georgian buildings. The town was a medieval fishing centre and fishermen still draw their boats onto the shingle beach to sell their catches. The area around Aldeburgh reflects the unspoilt nature of the Suffolk coast and only two miles along the shore is the unusual coastal village of Thorpeness, with its picturesque mere and excellent golf course. The town has a good selection of shops and eating places.Eldoret is a beautifully presented property situated just off Aldeburgh's High Street WITH PARKING! The original house was built as a surgery by a doctor who lived next door. Having been recently extended and totally refurbished, the property offers flexible accommodation and is ideal for holidays or a short break out of season. Shop: 50 yards Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV and DVD, sofa bed sleeping +1Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer Drawing Room with TV, video, SKY, Broadband Bedroom 5 with a single bed Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Large Storeroom which is suitable for bicycles First Floor: Staircase from the rear of the house leads to Bedroom 1 with a double bed and washbasin Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin, and w.c. Staircase from the front of the house leads to Bedroom 3 with twin beds Bedroom 4 with bunk beds Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Two separate courtyard areas both with seating. Parking: Off-road parking for two cars. Heating: G.F.C.H.Pets: Pets by arrangement but must be kept downstairs at all times.

White Cottage, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £409 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Charming Suffolk cottage only minutes from the common and sea in 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 greengrocer with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. White Cottage is a charming Suffolk cottage wonderfully located for both the beach and shops and restaurants. It has been tastefully and comfortably furnished throughout with quality features such as a hand built kitchen. It has the benefit of a secluded south-facing courtyard garden. It sleeps 4 (plus a sofa bed if required). Perfect for relaxed getaways throughout the year. Shops: 100 yards Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD/CD, sofa bed and French doors opening on to garden Dining Room with table and chairs and sliding doors opening into Kitchen with hand-built kitchen units, gas cooker, breakfast bar, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, microwave and dishwasher, and opening directly to the garden First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a single bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed Bathroom with bath, newly fitted 'rainhead' shower in separate cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed sunny south-facing courtyard with garden furniture. Parking: Roadside. Heating: Gas-fired central heating. Notes: If using the sofa bed you will need to bring your own bed linen. Please note this property is not suitable for six adults.