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

Nicholson Cottage, Happisburgh, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £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.

Field End, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £329 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Beautifully furnished property in convenient location for Southwold and the Heritage Coast 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 the beaches and the 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 friendly bar. Field End has been furnished to a high standard with the ground floor being tiled throughout. The property has views to the front over fields, a children's play area and the advantage of being close to open countryside with numerous walks and cycle rides. There are several restaurants within a few miles which provide excellent food, although the well-equipped kitchen has all the facilities for self-catering. The locality is ideal for those interested in nature, as it is a few miles from a number of RSPB and Suffolk Wildlife Trust reserves. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 500 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV, Freeview, DVD player, radio/CD stereo, electric fire, French doors leading onto patio area and garden and archway to Dining Room with table, chairs and sideboard. DAB/FM radio with iPod docking station Kitchen/Breakfast Room with electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine (tumble dryer located in airing cupboard), table and chairs Cloakroom with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed, Freeview TV and integral DVD player Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Landscaped fully enclosed rear garden, southerly aspect with table and chairs. Parking: Front driveway for one car and an additional two cars at rear. Heating: Fully centrally heated and double glazed. Pets: One well-behaved dog with permission. Also Provided: Books, games, and CDs.

Marshfields, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £437 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Marshfields is a pretty cottage styled house situated in a quiet residential area of Southwold overlooking the marshes. 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. Marshfields is a pretty cottage styled house situated in a quiet residential area of Southwold overlooking the marshes. The property is a very much loved family holiday home and benefits from a conservatory overlooking the attractive sunny rear garden. A good choice for a holiday at any time of the year. Shop: 0.25 miles Pub: 0.25 miles. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV,DVD player and open fire Dining Room with table and chairs Kitchen with electric cooker and hob, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and CD player Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Conservatory with seating First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed and door to Bedroom 4 with a single bed Bedroom 2 with a single bed and pull out bed under Bedroom 3 with a single bed Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Attractive south-facing rear garden. Parking: Roadside. Heating: Gas fired central heating.

Reedmere, Horning, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £586 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Horning sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A modern spacious waterfront property in the lovely Broads village of Horning. Well-equipped and comfortable accommodation with river and marina views.

Situated on the banks of the River Bure, Horning is a lovely village in the heart of the Broads. Visitors might like hire a day boat to explore the miles of waterways or perhaps sit, relax and watch the boats go by - a perfect way to unwind. The Norfolk Coast with its miles of sandy beaches is within easy reach and the village of Horning is in a good location for fishing, bird watching, sailing, golf and horse-riding. Children will love Bewilderwood on the outskirts of Wroxham, steam train rides from Wroxham to Aylsham and then there is the historic City of Norwich with its shopping and culture opportunities. The village has shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants.

A modern, spacious waterfront property situated within an exclusive marina development with private mooring and exclusive fishing. The marina has its own leisure facilities with an indoor heated swimming pool, spa bath, fitness suite and coffee bar - daily charges apply. The accommodation is spacious and well appointed with both marina and river views. Shop: 0.5 miles Pub: 0.25 miles

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

First Floor:
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD hi-fi and patio doors lead to the balcony with views of the marina
Dining Area with table and chairs
Kitchen Area with electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer

Garden: Small lawned area to the side of the property with a decked waterside area to the rear.
Parking: Driveway for two cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Books and games.
Notes: Due to the proximity of the property to the water's edge, children should be supervised at all times.

Beach House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £435 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Beach House boasts a rear garden with panoramic views Southwold Denes - Southwold Denes stretches from Gun Hill to the harbour's mouth and acts as a vital sea defence for the town. Suffolk Coasts and Heaths (to whom our customer's £1 booking donation goes) are working with several agencies to restore and maintain the area. And a very important area it is. It is the home of skylarks and little terns (please be careful not to disturb the nests) and the habitat of sea holly, sea pea and bird's foot trefoil to name a few. Our properties here enjoy the sunrise over the sea and stunning sunsets over the marshes. Beach House, behind South Denes is a unique property which has been restored and maintained to a high standard throughout. It has exceptional views of the sea, common, estuary and harbour with Walberswick in the distance. The property boasts a rear garden with panoramic views. Local amenities are all within walking distance. There is parking nearby and all in all, this property makes for an excellent seaside holiday. Shop: 600 yards Pub: 600 yards. Ground Floor: Entrance into the Sitting Room with TV/DVD player Kitchen/Dining Area with electric cooker, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave Shower Room with large shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with twin beds Bedroom 2 with double bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed Garden: Rear garden with garden furniture. Parking: Nearby. Heating: Central heating. Notes: One well-behaved adult dog allowed. Regret no cats.

Avon Cottage, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £293 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Avon Cottage, a nicely proportioned 19th Century cottage, is just one road back from the sea front. 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. Avon Cottage, a nicely proportioned 19th Century cottage, is just one road back from the sea front - the sight and sound of the briny within 50 yards. It is well laid out and provides spacious, good quality accommodation for up to four people. It is on the south side of the town centre within easy walking distance of all amenities. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 150 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room tastefully furnished with TV, DVD, CD player/radio, dining table and chairs and French windows to attractive sheltered courtyard Kitchen with gas cooker, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bathroom very spacious with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed and attractive private courtyard at rear. Parking: Roadside. Heating: Central heating. Pets: Well-behaved dogs welcome.

Flint Cottage, Holt, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £390 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Holt sleeps 5.

Features include: Short breaks • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Flint Cottage, as its name suggests, is a charming brick and flint mid- terrace property situated in a quiet area but within walking distance of all the local boutiques and eating places that Holt has to offer.

The charming Georgian town of Holt is the ideal base to tour North Norfolk and boasts a selection of interesting shops including antique shops and art galleries. On the edge of the town, the green flag awarded Holt Country Park has over 200 acres of woodland with nature trails and organised events. Bird watching is one attraction in the area with the bird sanctuary at Cley and the coastal villages such as Blakeney close by. The pretty seaside town of Sheringham is only six miles away.

Enjoy a 25% discount if booking this property for 2/3 people, use of the first floor only in price bands A & B, excluding school holidays

Flint Cottage, as its name suggests, is a charming brick and flint mid-terrace property situated in a quiet area but within walking distance of all the local boutiques and eating places that Holt has to offer. The property provides spacious accommodation, has an attractive garden and off-road parking, making it an ideal place for a relaxing family holiday. Shops/Pubs/Restaurants: all within walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with integrated DVD player, CD hi-fi, table and chairs and a multi-fuel stove
Kitchen with electric range cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer and table and chairs
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed
Bedroom 3 with a single bed
Bathroom with bath, over-bath electric shower, washbasin and wc

Second Floor: accessed via paddle stairs
Bedroom 2 an attic room with twin beds and sloping ceilings

Garden: Fully enclosed rear garden, laid mainly to lawn with decked and patio area, table and chairs.
Parking: Driveway for one large car at the front of the property.
Heating: G.F.C.H. and multi-fuel stove.
Also Provided: Towels. Stair gate, radio, books and games.
Special Offers: Enjoy a 25% discount if booking this property for 2/3 people, use of the first floor only in price bands A & B, excluding school holidays. Please state bedroom requirements on booking.
Notes: Access to the second floor is via paddle stairs which are steep and some people may find difficult to negotiate.

18 The Green, East Rudham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £340 to £0

Self catering accommodation in East Rudham sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Very attractive brick and flint cottage overlooking the village green.

East and West Rudham villages flow into each other and are situated in a very pretty area of West Norfolk. East Rudham has a lovely village green with a "gastro" pub and one of the most visited shops in Norfolk. Stately homes abound with Houghton Hall and Holkham in the area. The market town of Fakenham has an excellent market on a Thursday and a visit to the auction rooms on the same day, can be very educational! The sandy beaches of Wells, Hunstanton and Holme are a short distance by car and of course there is excellent bird watching at both Titchwell and Holme nature reserves.

17 & 18 The Green are two brick and flint cottages which have been tastefully restored, retaining many original features including pine floorboards and period fireplaces. Modern comforts blend with stylish decor to ensure both cottages provide very comfortable places to stay. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 50 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, CD hi-fi, wood burner, dining table and chairs
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
Utility Room with washing machine and tumble dryer
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with a double bed - this is a small bedroom
Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and wc

Both Cottages:
Garden: Fully enclosed patio areas with garden furniture and barbecue for each cottage. Shared lawned area.
Heating: O.F.C.H. and wood burner - logs provided.
Parking: For two cars per cottage.
Also Provided: Books and games.
Pets: Two dogs welcome per cottage.
Notes: Please request cot and highchair on booking.

Stuckie Ben, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £306 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Well equipped terraced cottage just off South Green 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 greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer. Stuckie Ben is a delightful terraced cottage providing comfortable accommodation in an ideal location just off South Green where there are a choice of shops, bars and eating places. Pub: 250 yards Shop: 400 yards. Ground Floor: Open Plan Sitting Area with flat screen TV, DVD, gas coal-effect fire and music centre Dining Area with table and chairs Kitchen with gas cooker, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher Stairs (rather steep) from dining area to large landing: First Floor: Bedroom 1 with double bed - one side of the bed is against the wall En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with double bed Bedroom 3 with single bed Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Shared courtyard. Parking: Roadside. Heating: Full central heating. Pets: Well-behaved dogs welcome.

Christmas Cottage, Benhall, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £351 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Benhall sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Christmas Cottage is an enchanting detached period cottage, located in an idyllic spot with a Common and National Trust land to the front and rear. Benhall Green is situated on the edge of the Suffolk Heritage Coast and Heaths district, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a small, quiet village ideal for those looking to relax and unwind. The village is a perfect place to explore the local area with many beautiful walks on your doorstep. The coastal town of Aldeburgh is less than a ten minute drive away, Southwold can be reached within approximately twenty minutes, Snape within five minutes and Saxmundham is only one mile away. Christmas Cottage is an enchanting detached period cottage, located in an idyllic spot with a Common and National Trust land to the front and rear. The cottage provides the best of period features together with a pretty landscaped garden, making it a perfect retreat at any time of the year for couples and families alike. Shop: 1 mile Pub: 1 mile Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV, Freesat and DVD. iPod dock and wood burning stove Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge and microwave. Table and chairs Pantry with washing and tumble dryer Bathroom with bath, over bath shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Cottage stairs to a large landing with seating Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Garden: Small front garden with landscaped larger rear garden with garden furniture. Parking: Ample parking. Heating: Electric heating.

Rowan Cottage, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £509 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: A delightful oak beamed cottage in the most privileged location of Southwold. Situated on the edge of South Green on Constitution Hill and boasting enviable views on both first and second floors. 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 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. Rowan Cottage is a delightful oak beamed cottage in one of the most privileged locations in Southwold. Situated on the edge of South Green on Constitution Hill and boasting enviable views from the first and second floors, the property is within easy walking distance of the town, restaurants and pubs and is a superb family getaway. Highly recommended. Shop: 75 yards Pub: 50 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD/Video, CD and Radio and an open fire Dining Room with wood burner Kitchen is off the dining room (small) with cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, freezer and microwave First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 2 with bunk beds Bedroom 3 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, shower, washbasin and w.c. Second Floor: Steep narrow staircase up to: Bedroom 4 with twin beds and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, over bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Enclosed at rear. Parking: On street. Heating: Central heating. Notes: Towels, a travel cot and highchair are provided at this property. Customers are reminded to bring own linen for cot.

Rosemary Cottage's, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £494 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Rosemary Cottage's, 3, Mill Lane is a pretty cottage situated a short walk from the High Street and 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. Rosemary Cottage's, 3 Mill Lane is a pretty cottage situated a short walk from the High Street and Beach. The property offers good family accommodation and has been thoughtfully furnished by the homeowners. Shop: 50 yards Pub: 100 yards. Ground Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV and DVD Kitchen/Dining Room with gas cooker and hob, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and table and chairs Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and w.c. Cottage stairs leading to First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a double bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c. Cottage stairs leading to Second Floor: Bedroom 2 with twin beds Garden: Enclosed sunny south facing rear garden with table and chairs. Parking: Nearby. Heating: Gas central heating. Notes: Cottage stairs which may be unsuitable for the very young, elderly or infirm. A security deposit cheque of £100 is required by the owner eight weeks prior to your holiday.