Sublime indoor/outdoor living for families and friends, in a pretty Norfolk village (sleeps 6)
Space & setting.
Part of an idyllic village just 15 mins from the coast, this is a brilliant launchpad for North Norfolk’s fashionable seaside towns and sandy beaches — and a dreamy space to return to each day. Originally a worker’s cottage on the Sandringham Estate, it was given an incredible makeover by its interior-designer owners, to seamlessly combine historical character with contemporary design. But what really sets it apart is its brilliant indoor-outdoor living. Start your day with an outdoor shower or luxurious alfresco bath to a backdrop of birdsong; finish it with a seafood feast cooked in the outdoor kitchen and glasses of wine by the outdoor logburner. Smaller visitors will love all the space, too; racing around the lawn on ride-on toys, and getting their hands dirty in their mini mud kitchen.
Inside, everything is exquisitely decorated — a sociable kitchen, double-aspect sitting room, and 3 lovely bedrooms, all chalky colours and natural textures. It’s a 2-min stroll to an excellent cafe for brunch or lunch, and longer walks wind across the gorgeous Sandringham Estate; keep your eyes peeled for pheasants, hares, deer and owls. Very special.
Getting here: drive, or train to Kings Lyn and taxi (20 mins)
“Jason and I met through work, creating and delivering very high-end interior design projects for wealthy clients. Years later, we came on holiday with our young family to Norfolk and fell in love with the area. We found and renovated a house for ourselves, and relocated at the start of 2020 just as the world locked down! We then set about looking for the perfect rental project. This house was built in the mid 1880s as a workers cottage on the Sandringham estate. It was an epic restoration that took over a year.” Owner Jolene
She loves
“How the cottage encourages a connection with nature – especially at golden hour, when the sun creates the most dramatics sunsets and pours through the front windows of the cottage.”
We love
The vintage dining bench and ancient beamed ceiling in the sitting room.
You may not love
A 3 or 4-night minimum stay in school holidays.
Sustainability.
Renovated in an eco friendly way, reusing building materials and using lime plaster on walls and environmentally friendly paints. Many of the furnishings are vintage.
Surrounds.
- Stroll to pick up supplies at Bircham Stores and Café and treat yourself to an artisan coffee while you’re there.
- Visit Bircham Windmill, one of the few working windmills remaining in the county, and see the sails and cogs turning on windy days. Pick up a loaf of freshly baked bread from its shop or hire a bike and head off on nearby cycle routes.
- The Dabbling Duck is a go-to for dinner and prides itself on seasonal game dishes; lighter bites (pizza and street food) are available in the garden.
- Watch the kitesurfers at Brancaster or book a beach hut at Wells Next The Sea and spend a day at the beach, gorgeous in all seasons.
- Walk around Sandringham Estate’s parkland, and take kids to the play park.
- The Old Store in Snettisham is a fabulous place for brunch.
- Pay a weekend visit to the Tap Room at Duration, a hip, farm-based craft beer company that aims to brings the flavours of the countryside to its ales.
- Houghton Hall is a 5-minute drive away, one of England’s finest Palladian houses.
Details.
- Double-fronted 19thC cottage
- 3 bedrooms: 2 kingsize, 1 twin
- Master ensuite shower room; the other rooms share a family bathroom with shower/tub
- Bathrobes and luxury toiletries
- Well-equipped kitchen with Rangemaster and induction hob; basic supplies
- Welcome hamper
- Living area with woodburner and Smart TV
- Board games and toys, plus a mud kitchen outside
- Travel cot, highchair and kids’ crockery
- Big garden with alfresco dining furniture
- Outdoor kitchen and BBQ
- Books, ride-on toys and a mud kitchen for kids!
- Double-ended alfresco tub and rain shower in a cabin
- Parking on the driveway
- Up to 2 dogs welcome (extra £50/dog)
- Walk to a local shop, cafe and deli, restaurant and hotel bar; drive to pubs (10 mins)
- The owners live locally, available by phone
- Booking conditions: minimum 2 nights outside of school holidays, going up to 3 nights weekends and 4 nights midweek in peak periods – check the calendar for applicable minimum stays on your dates.
- Remember to pack: walking shoes, swimmers and beach towels
Book your stay.
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30% deposit on booking, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 12+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 12 weeks of stay.
FAQs.
We have x2 dog bowls and a couple of blankets, but we do request you bring your own equipment and beds. Dogs are not allowed in beds or furniture.
We provide shampoo, body cleanser and conditioner. Plus bubble bath for the outdoor bath cabin.
In the months of October to April we provide you with a bag of logs and kindling. You can buy extra logs before arrival if you wish.
We can provide a toddler booster seat, cot, high chair and bed guard. We have two of each but these need to be requested following your booking and latest a few days prior to your arrival. In addition to this, we also have a Mud kitchen outside and inside some books and small toys for Children.
Brancaster is just under a 20 minute drive.
Unfortunately this is not something we can accomodate.
Whilst we do try to accommodate an earlier check in/late check out when requested, this is not guaranteed.
The garden is enclosed by a gate and fencing/heading, however, we cannot say the garden is dog secure. There are gaps in the hedge leading to neighbouring fields.
Check-in time is from 16:00 p.m.
Check-out time is 10:00 a.m.
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