North Norfolk Coast
Albert’s Cottage
Wells-next-the-Sea
Located close to the quay of this north Norfolk coastal town, this 200-year-old fisherman’s cottage has exposed two comfortable double bedrooms with iron bedsteads.
Bagthorpe Treehouse
Bagthorpe Hall, near Burnham Market
Rather more luxurious than it sounds, this comfortable wooden cabin with a veranda is perched beneath an oak in the grounds of Bagthorpe Hall. With a king-size four-poster, two single bunks and a large copper bathtub, the treehouse sleeps four.
Cliff Cottage
Sheringham
Two minutes from the seafront, this bright cottage has a nautical theme with sea charts and photographs of fishermen on the walls. Sleeping four in upstairs double and downstairs twin rooms, the living room opens out on to a sunlit courtyard garden.
Little Orchard
Cley-next-the-Sea
This chalet-style cottage sleeping six is located well away from the busy coast road but conveniently close to the village centre.
The Maltings
Brancaster Staithe
An eco-friendly house with stunning views over the salt marsh and harbour, this has an open plan, split-level living area inside and a patio garden to the rear. Sleeping six, there are two en-suite bedrooms plus a ‘den’ in the eaves of the attic that is ideal for teenagers or adults who aren’t afraid of climbing a ladder to reach it.
The Music Room
Thornham
As its name suggests, this property was once used as a music studio for teaching. A fully functioning pipe organ is still in place and there’s also a piano. Sleeps two.
Sea View Barn
Titchwell
This barn conversion on the north Norfolk coast has uninterrupted sea views from most of its rooms. This spacious property has five en-suite bedrooms, four separate seating areas and two wood-burning stoves. The location is perfect for birders and walkers, being just minutes away from the Titchwell RSPB bird reserve.
North Central Norfolk
Fox Cottage
South Creake
Fox Cottage boasts an eclectic, Romany caravan-style interior decorated with vintage artefacts. Sleeping four, it has a wood burner for cold nights.
Garden Cottage
Manor House Farm, Wellingham, King’s Lynn, PE32 2TH
Convenient for the northwest Norfolk coast, and close to the market town of Fakenham, this property sleeping two is part of a converted barn on an award-winning conservation farm. The cottage has a four-poster bed and is equipped with a wood burning stove for chilly evenings.
Norfolk Courtyard
Westfield Farm, Foxley Road, Foulsham, NR20 5RH
Norfolk Courtyard, halfway between Aylsham and Fakenham, has two self-catering cottages to rent on a weekly basis: Stockman’s and Beekeeper’s cottages, both sleeping two to four. In the low season both are available for short breaks – a minimum of three nights.
Northwest Norfolk and the Wash
The Summerhouse
Heacham
This vintage chalet is situated on a privately owned site just ten minutes from the beach at Heacham. Sleeping four, it is traditionally furnished and has carefully chosen vintage bits and bobs to create a seaside feel.
Norwich and the Yare Valley
Wellington Apartments
60 St Faith’s Lane, Norwich, NR1 1NN
Located in a historic part of the city close to the cathedral and railway station, there are one- and two-bed apartments available here as well as a more compact studio suitable for two. All apartments come with a fully equipped bathroom and kitchen.
The Waveney Valley
The Old Bike Shop
Brockdish (near Harleston)
In a small converted workshop with a lean-to conservatory, this cosy retreat is ideal for couple wishing to explore the Waveney Valley. In addition to exposed beams, tiled floor and a wood burner, there are also modern facilities like a DVD player, dishwasher, gas hob and electric oven.
Breckland
Garden House
Northwold, IP26 5NF
This property, which dates back to the 16th or 17th century, is located in an attractive village on the Brecks-Fens border. Although equipped with all the necessary mod-cons, Garden House retains lots of period charm with features like exposed brickwork and beams, wooden worktops and tile floors. At the back of the house is a fully enclosed walled garden.
Honey Pots
Foulden (near Oxborough), IP26 5AR
In a small village south of Swaffham, close to Oxborough, this renovated three-bedroom cottage has two sitting rooms, both with wood burner, and a spacious well-equipped kitchen. In addition to a garden with patio and barbecue area, there are 11 acres of grounds with woodland to wander in.
More information
For more information, see Laurence Mitchell’s guide to Norfolk:
