Sweetpea Cottage
Sweetpea Cottage.
Mundesley, Norfolk.
Tel: 01328 856853 (Kett Country Cottages).
Sweetpea Cottage is a superb holiday cottage set in the centre of the village of Mundesley, on the North Norfolk Coast. It occupies a peaceful location just off Mundesley High Street. Over 100 years old, the cottage has been recently renovated but retains a ‘traditional’ cottage feel, and offers refreshingly spacious and comfortable accommodation throughout.
Sweetpea Cottage sleeps up to 5 people in 3 first floor bedrooms (a Master double, with ensuite, a twin bedroom and a single bedroom). All inclusions, fittings and furnishings are of high quality and have obviously been chosen with care, from the 100% cotton bed linen and thick, fluffy towels to the provision of a welcome ‘starter’ pack of tea, coffee, milk, sugar, condiments, bottle of wine and homemade cake upon arrival. (We have tried said cake. It is very good!).
All mod cons are in situ. The large, fully fitted kitchen has a microwave and washing machine (no dishwasher as yet, but we’re told there will be one shortly), while there is a TV/DVD/Blue Ray in the lounge and a DAB radio with iPod dock in the dining room.
There is plenty of space for the whole family to relax after a hard day enjoying Norfolk. Sweetpea Cottage has a lounge, conservatory and separate dining room (with a table that seats 6).
Outside there is a patio garden with garden furniture and BBQ – perfect for al fresco dining on balmy summer evenings and a small front garden that is quite the sun trap.
Sweetpea Cottage is a retreat for anyone wanting to change pace and get away from it all for a while. It is equipped to a high specification, with guest comfort being a priority.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
No pets are allowed at Sweetpea Cottage.
Tariff from £320 per week.
The Old Coach House
The Old Coach House.
High Street, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LT.
Tel: 01485 512 229.
Despite its name, this former coaching inn on the North Norfolk coast is not all it seems… Multifaceted, this particular hostelry combines a charming country pub with a rather swish Italian restaurant and comfortable country inn accommodation.
The rooms have been simply and tastefully styled to enhance the natural charm of the building with reassuring warmth – perfect after a day of sightseeing, walking, cycling or splashing in the sea.
All rooms have double beds, some of which can be converted to offer twin accommodation, and a Family Room has a double bed with a set of bunks in an attached annex. A cot is available for very young guests.
In keeping with the welcoming allure of The Old Coach House (everyone seems welcome, and refreshingly, everyone seems accommodated), dogs are also welcome at a small supplement of £10 each.
To set you up for the day ahead, choose the hearty English breakfast or help yourself to the Breakfast Buffet.
For lunch or your evening meal, you don’t have to venture far either – The Old Coach House has two bars complete with sink-into-sofas and local ales and a bright, open restaurant offering homemade pies, pizza and pasta dishes.
Tariffs from £80 per night, including a full English breakfast.
Dogs are welcome – £10 each.
Extra beds for children can be provided at a cost of £25 per night. There is no charge for children in cots.
The Briarfields Hotel
The Briarfields Hotel.
Main Street, Titchwell, Norfolk, PE31 8BB.
Tel: 01485 210742.
Valentine’s Day 2012 at Briafields.
Tuesday 14th February. 3 course dinner (including Coffee & Petite Fours and half a bottle of Champagne) £85 per couple.
See the Valentines Menu.
Conveniently located on the A149 coast road in the pretty village of Titchwell, and with prestigious 3-Star Silver (Visit Britain) status, Briarfields Hotel is a warm and welcoming place to stay in North Norfolk. Made up of a collection of sympathetically converted barns and farm buildings, it offers a relaxed and cosy atmosphere that is perfect for helping you settle in to holiday mode, or to escape for a short getaway.
All rooms are en-suite and the homely traditional decor is brought bang up to date with flat screen televisions, luxurious four-poster beds and heated towel rails, offering you the best of both worlds. Family-friendly (check out the impressive play area to the rear), there are 4 family rooms that comprise a second bedroom adjacent to the main bedroom – perfect for keeping an eye on the little ones.
The hotel has a wonderful restaurant that serves the finest locally sourced produce at lunchtimes and dinner time and there is a large bar and lounge area if you fancy kicking back and relaxing with a newspaper and a drink.
For the more adventurous, Briarfields makes the perfect base for exploring the delights of the surrounding area, including Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve (which the hotel overlooks).
Aside from all this, one of the biggest surprises about Briarfields is that it is so reasonably priced. In keeping with their aim to remain accessible to all, room rates start at £125 for a double room, bed and breakfast in high season and £100 in low season. Dogs are welcome at a nominal charge of £8 per night and a discount can be arranged for groups of 10 or more.
As well as being perfect for a romantic retreat or a family adventure, Briarfields is also available for weddings, conferences and other functions and events.
The White Horse at Brancaster Staithe
The White Horse.
Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk, PE31 8BY.
Tel: 01485 210262.
A 3-star, 2 AA Rosette Inn on the A149 coast road in Brancaster Staithe, The White Horse is undoubtedly one of the best places to stay or dine in the region (corroborated by its inclusion in Alistair Sawday’s Special Places Pubs & Inns of England & Wales 2011).
It is located on an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), with some of the most stunning panoramic views across tidal marshes and sandy beaches that you’ll see anywhere in North Norfolk. Sunsets seen from The White Horse terrace (and rises as well if you’re an early bird) are truly dazzling.
A coastal pub built in 1934, The White Horse has been refurbished and tastefully styled with chic, modern décor that perfectly complements its seashore setting. Plenty of natural materials and nautical blues, greys and whites create a calm, welcoming environment.
The White Horse has 15 large en-suite rooms that are uncluttered and contemporary, promoting total relaxation. They are beautifully decorated to reflect the colours of the surrounding seashore environment, with hues of blue, green, lavender and sand.
There are 7 rooms in the main building, including the split level ‘Room At The Top’, which has its own viewing terrace and telescope.
There are 8 rooms on the ground floor, all built into the natural contours of the land, with grass and sedum roofing that blends with the neighbouring marshland. Each has its own outside terrace. One of these has disable access and five are designated ‘Family Rooms’. Dogs are welcome in these rooms.
All rooms feature digital flat-screen TVs and WI-FI.
For dining, the light, airy conservatory restaurant overlooks the Norfolk Coastal Path and the tidal marsh beyond to Scolt Head Island, offering sweeping views. If you want to dine al fresco, the restaurant leads to a sun deck terrace or there is a gorgeously groomed sunken garden.
As if sleeping yards from the sea were not soothing enough, The White Horse can arrange for you to have a relaxing holistic therapy treatment in the comfort and privacy of your room. Fabulous.
Tariffs from around £50 per person, per night, including breakfast. Please visit The White Horse’s own website for further details about special offers and breaks.
Winter 2012 A Season Of Tastes
5 courses & meet the local suppliers £27.50
Local Game Dinner – 17th Jan 2012 8pm
A Celebration of Seafood – 7th Feb 2012 8pm
Booking Essential – 01485 210626
View full ‘A Season of Tastes’ schedule and menu.
Special Offers at The White Horse, Brancaster Staithe.
Early NEW YEAR offer.
Monday 2nd to Tuesday 31st January inclusive.
Stay in a garden or sea view room for £40.00 per person per night, bed & breakfast. Telephone booking only, please call on reception on 01485 210262, quoting Enjoy North Norfolk.
East View Farm
East View Farm Holiday Cottages.
Stone Lane, Ashmanhaugh, Norfolk, NR12 8YW.
Tel: 01603 782225 / 07831 258258.
Wonderfully situated to explore the north Norfolk coastal region, the Norfolk Broads and Norwich, East View Farm Holiday Cottages offer a fabulous option for your getaway to Norfolk.
The 4 star / Gold Award (EnjoyEngland) Cottages are set in ten acres of landscaped grounds, just two miles from the village of Wroxham, ‘Capital of the Broads’.
A perfect choice for couples and families alike, each Cottage has a bedroom on the ground floor and all bedrooms in the Cottages are en-suite, offering easy accessibility for all ages.
Plum Tree Cottage sleeps 6 (plus an infant), with 3 bedrooms over two levels. A converted barn, it is open and spacious with beautiful wooden beams and exposed brickwork throughout. Owner Jane Pond has done a marvellous job of furnishing the cottages, which are comfortable and contemporary with an element of ‘country living’ styling. Plum Tree Cottage features its own private patio garden for warmer days and a wood-burning stove for the chillier months. All bedrooms are en-suite, with the two doubles having King-sized beds.
Nutmeg Cottage sleeps 2 (plus an infant), with one bedroom. A converted barn all on one level, this cosy cottage is stunning throughout, from the oak porch and tiled hallway to the King-sized bedroom. It too has its own private south-facing patio garden – perfect for stargazing in the big Norfolk skies.
As you’d expect from such highly regarded accommodation (East View Farm was winner of EDP Tourism in Norfolk Awards 2010 for Best Self Catering Establishment and winner of the Silver Award in the Enjoy England Awards for Excellence 2011 (the highest accolade for self catering cottages in the UK)), both cottages are spotlessly clean and exceptionally well equipped. They also have free Wi-Fi and access to a huge grass area (perfect for playing and kite flying).
Raising the bar still further when it comes to extraordinary self-catering accommodation, East View Farm Holiday Cottages are recipients of the Green Tourism Gold Award. This coveted honour recognises the Owners’ commitment to sustainability, vital when situated in such a scenic location. For example, the properties are powered by their own wind turbine and the owners have planted over 3000 native trees and shrubs and over 2500 native hedging plants on the site. Even the cleaning products used in the cottages are eco-friendly. Luxury family holidays with a green conscience. We love it.
Our personal favourite element is the private miniature steam railway (the Ashmanhaugh Miniature Light Railway) on site, which has open days at regular intervals throughout the year. What could make a family holiday to Norfolk more perfect?
The Lifeboat Inn
The Lifeboat Inn.
Ship Lane, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LT.
Tel: 01485 512236.
Now part of Marco Pierre Whites Wheeler’s family, the charming Lifeboat Inn at Thornham is a real North Norfolk treasure. Its coastal location provides breathtaking views towards Thornham beach and it is a romantic, rustic and atmospheric escape.
From the cosy smugglers bar lit by hanging oil lanterns to the large fireplace when you first walk in (you’ll have to fight for space in front of it during the winter – often with a few dogs!), the ambience remains faithful to traditional inn-keeping values (after all, The Lifeboat has been receiving guests since the 16th century). Fantastic all year round because its situation is perfect for exploring the North Norfolk coast, as well as taking in golf at nearby Hunstanton, The Lifeboat comes into its own throughout the winter months when it is a snug and inviting bolthole.
All 13 rooms are en-suite, and some offer stunning views over the marshes and Thornham Harbour to the sea.
For dining, there is a lovely walled patio garden and bright conservatory, as well as a more formal dining room. Year-round, the reasonably priced bar menu features local delights and daily specials. Children’s meals are available and there are options for vegetarians.
The Lifeboat bar is popular and often bustling into the evening – a perfect retreat to recover from walks along the beach or from exploring the area.
Tariffs start at £80 for a single room and £120 for a double/twin room, including a full English breakfast. See all 2012 Tariff information.
Dogs are welcome (£8 per dog) and extra beds or cots can be provided for Children.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout.
Plenty of parking is available.
The Lodge
The Lodge.
Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6HX.
Tel: 01485 532896.
PLEASE NOTE: The Lodge will be closed for essential maintenance on Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th February 2012 and will re-open on Thursday 9th February at 12noon.
Valentine’s Day 2012. Romance your Loved One at The Lodge this Valentine’s Day.Room, 3-course Dinner & Breakfast from £169 per couple.Break available between Friday 10th, Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th, Monday 13th or Tuesday 14th of February 2012. View full offer here.
Transformed by the owners of the country-meets-coast Briarfields Hotel, The Lodge is a delightful pub with a restaurant and rooms, of a quality usually only found at a stylish, designer inner-City hotel. A Dower House in the early 1800’s and The Lodge Hotel from 1912, the listed building offers a lovely mix of the old and the new, with wooden floors and real ales sitting happily alongside new world wines and the latest technology.
Situated in the attractive coastal village of Old Hunstanton, The Lodge is only 400 hundred yards from quiet sandy beaches, and just along the road from some of Norfolk’s best golf courses, including Old Hunstanton and the Royal and West Norfolk at Brancaster.
The Lodge has fifteen freshly-refurbished en-suite rooms, along with two suites on the top floor.
The ground floor hosts a spacious open bar and lounge area (complete with over-sized, flat-screen TV and comfy leather sofas) and a contemporary-styled restaurant that serves the highest quality locally sourced ingredients in its selection of mouth-watering dishes.
Perfect as a base for exploring North Norfolk, or as a rest stop for lunch and refreshments, The Lodge offers a warm welcome all day and is well worth a visit to experience its laid-back charm and hospitality.
Don’t just take our word for it – The Lodge is proud to hold 4-Star Silver status (EnjoyEngland) and 4-Star Inn With Rooms (AA).
Restaurant open 12noon-2pm and 6.30pm-9pm.
Latest News – All Inclusive Golf Breaks From £100 per person.
The Lodge is now offering All Inclusive Golf Packages in conjunction with Hunstanton Golf Club (a championship links course).
Montague House
Montague House.
3 Montague Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8LN.
Tel: 01263 822510.
When fabulous boutique Bed & Breakfast, Montague House opened in Sheringham on the North Norfolk coast, the glamour rating increased dramatically. Now well-established and going from strength to gorgeous strength, the high quality experience and exquisite attention to detail show no signs of abating.
Location-wise, the Sheringham B&B competes with the best holiday lets and hotels, being only a 5-minute walk from the town centre, the railway station and the beach. Step inside though, and you’re in for a treat that is delightfully atypical of the usual seaside accommodation. In fact, if it weren’t for the fresh sea air, and aforementioned proximity to the Norfolk coast, you could be forgiven for thinking you were in some slickly designed London bolthole.
Three individually styled en-suite rooms (The Pink Room, The Garden Room and The Gold Suite) offer luxury and quirkiness in equal measure, with unbelievably comfy beds, sumptuous bedding, original artwork and antique furniture.
The Gold Suite is a whopping 27-feet of space to unwind and incorporates a dressing room, four posted bed and lounging area. As well as an en-suite with power shower, there is also a generous tub.
Each room features a flat screen TV, complimentary individual bottles of wine, chocolates by the Norfolk Truffle Company and bathroom products from Aroma Natural (who also customised bespoke scents for each of the rooms – HOW fabulous?!).
Breakfast is a feast of local produce that incorporates free range and organic choices whenever possible as well as seasonal specialties. Veggies will find plenty to sate them with a fabulous selection of vegetarian breakfast options. View a Typical Breakfast Menu.
All things considered, it is hard to describe Montague House as ‘home from home’, because your home would have to be very, very special to compete!
Room rates – held with no increase for 2012 – are from £100.00 for the Gold Suite or from £80.00 per room for the Pink and Garden Rooms depending on season (please note that there is a 2-night minimum stay in high season).
Montague House cannot accommodate children or pets.
Get ‘In The Pink’ at Montague House on Valentine’s Day 2012!
Gorgeous Pink Package especially for Valentine’s Day – £100.00 per night including a bottle of pink champagne and Pink Truffles in the Pink and Garden Rooms. View full details about Valentine’s Day at Montague House B&B.
The White Horse at Overstrand
The White Horse.
34 High Street, Overstrand, Norfolk, NR27 0AB.
Tel: 01263 579237.
With an AA 4-star rating, The White Horse at Overstrand offers a unique opportunity to combine the escapism of a traditional seaside holiday with the quality and comfort you’d expect from a luxury hotel.
Situated in Overstrand, a pretty coastal village, which was so popular with the Victorian rich that it became known as ‘Millionaires Village’, The White Horse has seven superb en-suite bedrooms. All are spacious and individually styled to a high standard, with the added benefit of that warm cosy feeling that you get from feeling at home away from home. Wake in the morning to a three course home-cooked breakfast before starting your day exploring the beauty of North Norfolk.
With the philosophy that ‘eating out should always be special’ and a growing reputation for quality cuisine, The White Horse is well equipped to provide a relaxed, enjoyable experience for diners. Take pleasure in a pre-dinner drink or unwind at the end of a day of sightseeing in the bar and lounge area, or enjoy a romantic meal for two in the stylish restaurant.
Tariffs start from £68-£85 per room per night (double room) depending on season.
Dogs welcome at no extra charge.
Family room available.
Special Offers:
Short Break Saver
Stay for a minimum of 3 nights benefit from the Short Break Saver:£30 off the cost of your break for a 3 night stay
£40 off the cost of your break for a 4 night stay
£50 off the cost of your break for a 5 night stay
One night free for a 6 night stayPartnership Discounts
The White Horse is delighted to be able to offer a 10% discount off their standard rates between 1st October and 31st March, for the following:- Members of the National Trust, The Ramblers Association and The RSPB; Employees of the NHS, Network Rail, The Police, Fire/Ambulance Service, Local Authorities, Public Service Workers and the Armed Services.
Barn House Holidays
Barn House Holidays.
The Barn House, Gresham Road, East Beckham, Norfolk, NR11 8RP.
Tel: 01263 824250.
In all honesty, we’d be hard pressed to top what Owners Cate and Fergus have said themselves about their gorgeous self-catering barns in East Beckham, near to Holt and Sheringham:
“Our holiday cottages are tucked away in rolling countryside close to the wild North Norfolk coast. Decorated in a fresh relaxed style, the cottages are ideal for lively children, romantic couples and all lovers of a slower way of life.
Within minutes you could be building sandcastles on an award-winning beach, snug by the fire of a foodie pub, checking out the vibrant arts scene, spotting wildlife on a windy salt marsh or day-dreaming with a book and a glass of wine.
We moved here to make things, grow stuff and raise free-range children and animals. If you like rural England, and want a place to unwind and revive, we think this is the place to be.”
The Barn House holiday cottages currently consist of two barns (with a third on the way), named after two of Cate and Fergus’s favourite local beaches, Salthouse and Overstrand.
Both are equipped to an exceedingly high standard and are wonderfully family friendly, without compromising on style. Inside you’ll find all manner of mod cons and thoughtful additions to ensure that, rain or shine, your holiday in North Norfolk is relaxing and fun.
Salthouse has one king-sized bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and a spacious open plan living area (with sofa bed and space for a cot). Distinctive design touches include the floorboards, reclaimed from a Victorian school and the door lintel, which is a chunk of greenheart that was once part of a coastal breakwater.
Overstrand cottage has two adjoining bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor by the front door (perfect for ushering in sandy children). Behind the cottage is a gated area of decking that overlooks the garden.
If you are travelling with children, you’ll love the little extras like the toy box packed with Lego, Duplo and finger puppets, the BPA-free toddler-friendly cutlery, the child-safe hobs, the high chairs, bed guards and even a pushchair for guests use. Having children of their own, Cate and Fergus are in a great position to know what one desperately needs, but always forgets when going on family holidays. Brilliant.
Guests sans-children will appreciate the welcome pack, flowers and wine on arrival, the free WiFi, outside table & chairs, BBQ and enough wine glasses to welcome friends.
Guests staying at Barn House Holidays Cottages have full use of the garden.
Tariffs from £430 – £790 (Salthouse, 7 nights), £490 – £890 (Overstrand, 7 nights). Short breaks (3/4 nights) are also available.
The Black Lion Hotel
The Black Lion Hotel.
Friday Market Place, Little Walsingham, Norfolk, NR22 6DB.
Tel: 01328 820 235.
Under new management since June 2011, The Black Lion Hotel in Walsingham is one of the most fascinating places you could stay, not only in Norfolk, but also in the entire Country.
A hostelry to medieval pilgrims since the 1300s, and one of the oldest houses in Walsingham, The Black Lion is steeped in history, and, subsequently has an alluring atmosphere to match.
Nowadays, The Black Lion Hotel has 7 smartly styled en-suite bedrooms, including one with a 4-Poster Super King bed. All the rooms are unique in their layout and all possess different striking features. Some feature handmade beds, while 3 are walled with the original medieval stone walls, which are wonderfully exposed. Some offer views out onto the Market Place, once a weekly market held by Franciscan Friars from the nearby Priory.
Throughout the hotel you will encounter wonderful architectural details that bear out the hotel’s rich and long history; timber framing and delightful stone detailing is abound.
The northern end of The Black Lion was built to accommodate King Edward III (1327-1377), who made regular pilgrimages to Walsingham. The hotel is actually named after the coat of arms of his wife, Queen Phillipa of Hainault, which was a black lion.
As well as offering a totally matchless experience in terms of accommodation, The Black Lion has a rather formidable restaurant offering all day breakfast, Tapas and A la Carte.
The Black Lion holds regular events, including a quiz on Sunday nights.
Room rates range from £75 a night for a twin or double room to £120 for the 4 Poster Super king room.
The Black Lion Hotel is dog friendly.
The Blakeney Hotel
The Blakeney Hotel.
Blakeney, Norfolk, NR25 7NE.
Tel: 01263 740797.
Winner of the EDP Tourism in Norfolk Award 2010 for Best Hotel.
Just right for total escapism, The AA 3* Blakeney Hotel is situated beside the quay with outstanding views across the estuary to Blakeney Point (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). A traditional, family hotel that prioritises quality and value for money, it is a good base for exploring the wider area (ideal if you like walking, bird watching or want to visit the nearby towns of Holt, Norwich or Aylsham), but equally perfect if all you want to do is kick back, read a paper and gaze out dreamily over the salt marshes.
The Blakeney Hotel boasts over sixty rooms, all furnished to a high standard and some with balconies or terraces offering wonderful views over the estuary and salt marshes. Extra beds or cots for children can be provided and the ground floor rooms are ideal for holidaying dogs.
If you don’t feel like going too far, there is plenty to occupy and delight you within the hotel itself. The Hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool with adjacent Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and air-conditioned mini gym. There is a games room for table tennis, pool and darts and a billiard room with a full-sized table for billiards or snooker. Use of all the leisure facilities is free for residents.
For eating and drinking, the Hotel has two lounges, an AA Rosette restaurant and a bar, offering hearty English breakfasts, light lunches and seasonal À la Carte choices.
Picnic hampers can be made up for residents.
Great for enjoying the whole North Norfolk area, or a getaway destination in itself, The Blakeney Hotel is worth discovering whether you’re planning a romantic break for two, a half-term getaway with the kids or a weekend of walking and exploring with just you and the dog!
Hollyhocks Cottage
Hollyhocks Cottage.
1 Oddfellows Row, Docking, Norfolk, PE31 8NS.
Tel: 01425 277134 / 07958 792603 / 07733 104171.
A former railwayman’s cottage in the pretty village of Docking, 4-Star Hollyhocks Cottage is warm and inviting, offering a perfect home-from-home from which to explore the North Norfolk coast and beyond.
Hollyhocks Cottage has been renovated and furnished to a high standard. While it features a wealth of modern luxuries throughout, it still exudes traditional charm.
The cottage sleeps four in two double bedrooms – one with a solid oak double bed and the second with two pine single beds, ideal for children or other guests.
Downstairs there is a spacious open-plan lounge/diner, separated by a half height partition with aspect towards the fully fitted oak finish kitchen. Appliances include a washing machine, electric induction hob, fan assisted oven/grill, microwave & fridge.
Oil-fired central heating and a log flame effect electric fire in the inglenook fireplace make Hollyhocks a perfect bolt hole for Winter getaways in north Norfolk. A secluded suntrap outside, complete with a cast iron bistro table and chairs, is perfect for reading the papers with a cup of coffee – or something chilled – on warmer days.
Docking itself provides easy access to the resorts and beauty spots of North Norfolk. There is an excellent fish and chip shop just minutes from Hollyhocks, while The “Railway Inn” restaurant and pub is a 15-minute stroll away.
Tariffs from £275 per week – £545 per week, depending on season.
“I had a lovely, lovely rest. It’s such a nice cottage, so peaceful and pretty. A wonderful bolt hole”. KC. July 2011.
Field House
Field House.
Moorgate Road, Hindringham, Norfolk, NR21 0PT.
Tel: 01328 878726.
Field House luxury Bed & Breakfast is a gem of a B&B for so many reasons…
Firstly, its location in the sleepy, rural village of Hindringham is perfect for access to mid- and north-Norfolk, the City of Norwich, and everything in between. It is an ideal base for walkers, birdwatchers or those steeling away for a break in Norfolk, and also perfect for a romantic escape from Norwich or environs if you live here. If you’re planning on visiting Thursford for the Christmas Spectacular, then Field House is literally on the doorstep.
Second, Field House is multi-award winning and can boast (though it is modestly proud, rather than being ‘brash’ about its numerous accolades), among others, being a AA 5 Yellow Stars Highly Commended Guesthouse (the top award from the AA), receiving a Breakfast Award from the AA as well as being one of the first B&Bs to receive the recently introduced VisitEngland Breakfast Award, being holder of the English Tourism Council ‘Gold Award’, being an English Tourism 5 diamond Guesthouse…. you get the idea!
Finally, and this is the reason why Field House has received so many awards, is the extremely high quality of not only the guest house and rooms itself, but also the warm hospitality of The Doltons, who own it. The three rooms are beautifully decorated in a chic but homely style, with superb fixtures, fittings and facilities (including flat-screen TV, DVD player, mini-fridge). Lavender Cottage is a highlight in many respects, being a secluded apartment that is separate from the main house (and accessible to wheelchairs due to its ground floor location). Breakfasts are top quality, prepared with fresh, locally produced ingredients and include delights such as the ‘Norfolk Platter’, local sea-lavender honey with toast and buttermilk blueberry pancakes. Wendy even operates a ‘turn down’ service (the practice of folding back the blanket and sheet of the bed each day so you can just slide in and drift off to dreamland, usually only practised in the finest hotels).
The Sunday Times remarked, “The Doltons should be hired by the government to run a Bed and Breakfast academy”. It’s easy to see why…
Tariffs start at £45 – £55 per person per night.
Titchwell Manor Hotel
Titchwell Manor Hotel.
Titchwell, Nr Brancaster, Norfolk, PE31 8BB.
Tel: 01485 210221.
*Featured in Sunday Times Travel Magazine November 2008 – The World’s 100 Best Hotels / Regional EnjoyEngland Awards For Excellence Winner 2010 / EDP Tourism In Norfolk Awards Winner 2010 *
Perfectly located for exploring Brancaster, Burnham Market and Holkham, taking in the rich diversity of flora and fauna on the RSPB Titchwell Nature Reserve or simply enjoying a spot of golf at the championship courses nearby, Titchwell Manor offers exceptional luxury and quality without sacrificing the charm of its family-run pedigree. A 3-star hotel, it feels 5-star on every level.
Beautiful and modern throughout, with emphasis on details that create an inviting romantic atmosphere, Titchwell Manor has 30 rooms in all, including 13 stunning chalet-style cabins built around a herb garden. Rooms in the main hotel building offer more traditional elegance with sumptuous fabrics and warm lighting, while the herb garden rooms are light and contemporary, decorated with a coastal-chic flair. All rooms are en-suite, some with baths and/or showers or wet rooms. Other delights to expect include views over the RSPB reserve (Room 1 Lavender Fields) or out to the sea (Room 3 Scolt Head Island), original period features such as an amazing oak open fire (Room 12 The Lounge), handcrafted furniture (various rooms), a 32-inch plasma TV (Room 19 The Potting Shed) and French doors leading to a private patio area (various rooms).
For drinking and dining, Titchwell Manor has a 2 AA Rosette restaurant and the ‘Eating Rooms’, offering a less-formal atmosphere and a fabulous well-stocked marble bar.
Ground floor rooms provide accessible accommodation for wheelchair users or those who have difficulty with stairs.
Children are welcome at Titchwell Manor. Please ask about the larger rooms – ideal for a family stay.
Titchwell Manor is pet-friendly! There are some dog-friendly rooms. Dogs are also welcome in the bar and lounge areas.
Planning a special occasion? Ask about the function rooms at Titchwell Manor. Titchwell manor is licensed to hold Civil Ceremonies and bespoke menus and cakes can be made according to your personal requirements.
Tariffs range from £55 pp pn (B&B) to £125 pp pn (B&B), depending on season and room. Visit the Titchwell Manor website for further details and additional special offers.
Sunday Jazz at The Manor:
Every second Sunday of the month is Jazz Night with The Matt Hodges Jazz Band. Traditional Sunday lunch and full A la Carte menu available.
EnjoyMent Offers:
- Complimentary upgrade upon booking your room for Cardholders (please mention you hold a card when you book and bring it along with you).
- Bed and breakfast from £55 per person midweek.
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Felbrigg Lodge Hotel
Felbrigg Lodge Hotel.
School Road, Aylmerton, Norfolk, NR11 8RA.
Tel: 01263 837588.
Felbrigg Lodge Hotel is a real asset to Norfolk, accommodation-wise. A bona-fide Norfolk Country hotel, it is a marriage of diversity, with one overriding theme of fabulousness.
Originally the hunting lodge and fire station to nearby Felbrigg Hall (and once the country home of Brian Blessed and his wife), Felbrigg Lodge Hotel is positioned in over seven acres of mature trees and landscaped gardens. Combine this fabulous rural setting with luxurious, boutique styling and you have yourself a very special country retreat.
All 7 recently redecorated ‘rooms’ (more appropriately referred to as suites, a cottage and a pavilion – should give you some appreciation of their size) are set in their own location within beautiful wooded countryside. Among the options you’ll find 2-bedroom Hedgehog Cottage (ideal for Families), romantic Chestnut with its solid oak 4-Poster bed and the Oak Pavilion with its double sunken bath, relaxing sofas and ultra-private situation. All offer a glorious fusion of traditional luxury and contemporary opulence inside, with wonderful views and all the little extras you can think of when you picture a relaxing getaway.
Only a short stroll away is The Ivy Restaurant, where you are welcome to hearty Lodge Breakfasts, Traditional Afternoon Teas and a delicious, home-cooked evening meal. Everything is cooked from fresh, mostly locally sourced ingredients. Expect to find dishes such as Breast of Norfolk Duck with Wild Berry Compote, Cromer Crab and Prawn Pancakes and Chocolate Bread and Butter Pudding.
Perhaps you fancy a refreshing dip before breakfast each day or a romantic sunset swim? Felbrigg Lodge has its own 12m private indoor-heated swimming pool.
In its gorgeous far-from-the-madding-crowd situation, Felbrigg Lodge is the ultimate luxury stay. With pretty much everything you need for an amazing escape there within the grounds of the Hotel, it’s easy to forget that the Hotel offers easy access to all the charms of the North Norfolk Coast or the historical destination City of Norwich. The area is a haven for birdwatchers and due to so little light pollution, on a clear night you will see millions of stars. Finally, Felbrigg Lodge is wonderful in that, while a hotel, it is not so large that the ‘personal touch’ has been lost; owners DeeDee and Philip go out of their way to ensure your stay is everything you dreamed it would be. Which we have absolutely no doubt it will be.
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The White House
The White House.
Burnham Overy, Norfolk.
Tel: 01566 782461.
The White House is located in the pretty coastal village of Burnham Overy Town. Burnham Overy lies only 1 mile from North-Norfolk-retreat-for-the-rich-and-famous, Burnham Market, 2 miles from beautiful Holkham and 1 mile from Burnham Thorpe, birthplace of Lord Nelson.
A stunning and spacious 250-year-old house, with original features, including exposed beams throughout, you couldn’t ask for a better base for your break in North Norfolk. Sleeping up to 8 people, and welcoming dogs, it is perfect for both smaller groups and family getaways.
The ground floor features an open kitchen/dining room, two sitting rooms – one with a wood burner, one with a large LCD TV and DVD player, books and games (perfect if you’re travelling with children – one room for them, one for you!), a twin bedroom, a shower room and a small utility room.
The second floor has a further three bedrooms: two double (one en-suite with shower over bath) and a twin room and a family bathroom. All of the bedrooms have plenty of storage space with drawers, shelves and wardrobes.
Tastefully furnished throughout, The White House offers a really nice home-from-home stay in a superb location on the North Norfolk Coast. Large enough to accommodate families with ease, we can imagine it bustling with laughter after a day at the beach or beside the wood burner on chilly winter evenings. We’ve no doubt at all that memories of family holidays taken here would last for a lifetime.
Outside, there is off-road parking for 2-3 cars and a pretty walled courtyard garden.
Free Wi-Fi available.
One dog with well-behaved owners are welcome.
Tariffs:
3 night break: from £450
Price per week: £645 – £1350
Cleat House
Cleat House.
7 Montague Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8LN.
Tel: 01263 822765.
Originally built in 1902 for a wealthy London family, Cleat House in Sheringham still provides a lavish and comfortable retreat for guests in its form as a 5-star luxury Bed & Breakfast.
Lovingly updated by Owners, Rob and Linda Ownsworth, Cleat House is detached and situated in a quiet location in the town centre, just a short stroll from Sheringham’s beautiful Blue Flag beach. Full of character, it retains many original period features, including fireplaces in the spacious and elegantly furnished bedrooms.
From the moment you arrive, receiving afternoon tea and homemade cake (served in the SW facing patio garden, weather permitting), you will feel like Royalty.
Cleat House has 3 sumptuous rooms;
The Sheringham Room, which features a King sized Mahogany sleigh bed, a luxury en-suite shower room and overlooks the lawn.
The Holt Room, a King Sized room with a double-sized shower room overlooks the renowned Sheringham Golf Course.
The Kelling Room, a Double room with distant sea views and a large private bathroom with corner bath and separate shower.
All the guest rooms have comfortable leather sofas or upholstered armchairs for relaxing, wide, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, complementary toiletries, hairdryer, bathrobes and Tea & Coffee making facilities.
Cleat House has Wireless Internet access throughout. Guests can also relax in the especially designated Guest Sitting Room, which has a selection of novels, DVDs, games, a computer for Guest use and an honesty bar, among other marvellous details.
Breakfast-wise, you’ll enjoy Gourmet breakfasts served from the Aga (fresh breads, cereals, yoghurts and fruit are also available), or how about a champagne breakfast for that extra-special occasion?
Cleat House has off street parking.
Cleat House cannot accommodate children or pets.
Cley Windmill
Cley Windmill.
Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR25 7RP.
Tel: 01263 740209.
Cley Windmill is arguably one of the most distinctive and delightful attractions that Norfolk has to offer.
Featured in The Independent Top 50 British Hotels 2010, it combines the novelty and character of a beautiful early 18th Century windmill (in a fantastic North Norfolk coast location), with slickly designed interiors and locally sourced cuisine. Quite a package wouldn’t you say?
Accommodation is offered in two forms – Bed & Breakfast and Self-Catering.
The rooms inside the windmill itself are all unique in layout and feel, depending upon their situation within the mill. For example, the cosy and traditional Wheat Chamber (a beamed, circular room) is the first of the rooms in the tower, offering superb views across the river Glaven. The Miller’s Room, occupied by the last Miller and his Wife, has its own lobby and private entrance. The Stone Room features a dramatically high ceiling and a private doorway that offers access onto the balcony that encircles the windmill. At the very top, the fabulous Wheel Room can only be accessed by a steep carpeted ladder, or can be taken along with The Stone Room to form a unique ‘suite for the adventurous’ at the very top of the windmill.
The Long House and The Boat House offer B&B accommodation outside the mill itself. Ideal hideaways, they all offer the same fabulous fittings and views as the rooms inside the Mill.
Also external to the Mill itself, The Dovecote is a snug flint-walled cottage. It can be occupied on either a B&B or a Self-Catering basis and allows dogs.
Aside from the wonderful rooms, relaxation and comfort are provided via a magnificent circular sitting room (complete with antique furniture, inviting sofas, roaring fire and honesty bar) and a stunning beamed dining room (that also serves dinner).
Extraordinary and romantic, a stay at Cley Windmill is something you will remember always. Definitely an experience of a lifetime that everyone should try at least once.
The entire Mill can be hired on a self-Catering basis over Christmas and New Year.
Cley Windmill is licensed for civil ceremonies and weddings and the entire windmill can be occupied afterward for the wedding and reception. It is an unforgettable and stunning venue for a small romantic wedding (also more than perfect for the honeymoon!). View the 2011 Cley Windmill Wedding Brochure.
Tariffs begin at £89 pp pn (minimum 2 nights stay), but book promptly as Cley Windmill’s rooms are in high demand.
The Old Custom House
The Old Custom House.
East Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1LD.
Tel 01328 711463.
As the name suggests, this fabulous 4-star B&B on the North Norfolk Coast is housed within the former Custom House. Built in 1560, it was from here that the authorities attempted to rein in the activities of smugglers and pirates (most of whom were busy frequenting The Royal Standard Inn, which is now a Chandlery and just next door!).
As if that weren’t historically important enough in itself, the garden boasts one of the only remaining original spring wells that gave Wells (later Wells-next-the-Sea) its name.
The Old Custom House has three lovely en-suite rooms, all unique and furnished to an exceptional standard. Each has digital TV, WI-FI, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer and plenty of books and magazines to make you feel at home.
Additionally, the lavish ‘Four-poster’ Room has a King-sized four-poster bed and fantastic views out onto the quay and beyond.
The ‘Captain’s Quarters’ (once the Customs Office) is a King-sized double with its own spacious private bathroom. East- and West-facing windows offer lovely views over the creeks and marshes towards the sunrise (if you’re up early enough!) and along cobblestone cottages with pantile roofs, respectively.
The ‘Queen’s Warehouse’ twin room is conveniently located on the ground floor and has its own access straight to the front yard. This makes it ideal for wheelchair users. More a ‘suite’ than a ‘regular’ room, The Queen’s Warehouse also features a dining area with fridge, sink and microwave and a bathroom with a large shower cubicle. Pets with well-behaved owners are also welcome in this room.
Off-road parking is available.
As if the history, location (as beside the sea as you can get without waking with wet feet) and views aren’t enough to tempt you into visiting The Old Custom House, they also have the coveted Breakfast Award (enjoyEngland.com), a testament to the tremendous breakfasts, cooked to order from local produce. It really is a very, very special B&B.
Tariffs: from £70 weeknights/£90 weekends (Bed & Breakfast, based on two people sharing). All major cards accepted.
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Cranmer Country Cottages
Cranmer Country Cottages.
Home Farm, Cranmer, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9HY.
Tel: 01328 823135.
Cranmer Country Cottages are a collection of luxurious, multi-award winning self-catering holiday cottages situated near Fakenham in North Norfolk.
Sleeping 4 and 6, the five barns (1 of which is wheelchair accessible) feature stylish, unfussy interiors with contemporary, practical furnishings and lashings of natural light. All the cottages have fridge freezers, microwaves, dishwashers and videos/DVDs.
Swallow and Owl Cottages feature oil fired Rayburn cookers in addition to their auto ignite gas cookers. Wagtail and Swallow cottages have additional wood burning stoves – perfect for cosy winter getaways.
Home Farm is packed with facilities, making it an ideal destination for families. On-site you’ll find an indoor heated swimming pool, all-weather tennis courts, a games room, Wi-Fi and an outdoor adventure area for kids. All this, before you consider the 175-acre countryside setting (marvellous, sweeping views included at no extra cost).
Nearby you’ll find extensive walking, cycling and bird watching opportunities (Home Farm is situated on a Roman Road, allowing you to walk or cycle easily to Holkham), fabulous places to eat, and all the other glorious beaches and attractions that the Norfolk Coast has to offer.
In short, these are the Aston Martin of holiday cottages. Fabulously designed in a stunning rural setting, nothing (but, nothing!) seems to have been overlooked (example: on arrival, all cottages are supplied with a basic hamper of organic goodies). Family holidays will never feel the same again.
In the interest of quiet and calm, no pets or stag/hen groups are permitted on-site.
Cranmer Eco Barns
Cranmer Country Cottages Eco Barns.
Home Farm, Cranmer, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9HY.
Tel: 01328 823135.
Perfectly positioned to explore North Norfolk, these luxury eco holiday barns offer fabulous Eco friendly accommodation without compromising on comfort and style.
Opened in August 2009, the three barns, located at Home Farm in Cranmer, were designed with sustainability in mind, making use of alternative energy sources, including solar, wind power and an in ground heat source pump.
Avocet is a spacious cottage that sleeps 6. As with all the cottages at Home Farm, it achieved the Visit England Gold Award for exceptional quality of accommodation in 2009/10. Traditional in style, impressive timber trusses and vaulted ceilings have been preserved throughout.
The contemporary steel and glass Garden House is a state of the art ‘Grand Design’-style property that sleeps 6 and has its own secluded garden. It is connected to Avocet Cottage via a boot room, which makes the choice ideal for larger groups or families.
Smaller, but perfectly formed Coot Cottage sleeps 2 (plus a baby in a travel cot) and is ideal for couples. Traditional in style, like Avocet.
All the Eco Barns are 4 & 5-Star (EnjoyEngland Tourist Board) and have beautiful solid slate and travertine floors with rugs and under floor heating. They offer magnificent views eastwards and the opportunity to enjoy magical sunsets over the 175 acres of sweeping farmland and gardens belonging to Home Farm.
On arrival, all cottages are supplied with a basic hamper on (all organic contents).
Home Farm has excellent on-site activities including a heated indoor swimming pool, a Games Room and 2 all-weather tennis courts. Nearby you’ll find extensive walking, cycling and bird watching opportunities (Home Farm is situated on a Roman Road, allowing you to walk or cycle easily to Holkham), fabulous places to eat, and all the other glorious beaches and attractions that the Norfolk Coast has to offer.
In the interest of quiet and calm, no pets or stag/hen groups are allowed on site.
The Old Pump House
The Old Pump House.
Holman Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BY.
Tel: 01263 733789.
With a 5-star Gold Award from Visit Britain (EnjoyEngland.com) and ideally situated to explore both the City of Norwich and North Norfolk, The Old Pump House bed & breakfast in Aylsham is very special indeed.
Built around 1750 and with previous lives as a farm, boarding school and rectory, The Old Pump House still retains a wealth of charm and character. The five individually named en suite rooms were totally refurbished in 2007 and now traditional features blend effortlessly with sleek styling that verges on that found in premium boutique hotels and modern luxuries such as LCD TVs, wireless Internet access and CD players.
Served in the elegant, pine-shuttered Georgian Room, which overlooks the pretty garden and pond, breakfast (recipient of the EnjoyEngland.com Breakfast Award) is cooked to order and includes only the finest local produce. Get a flavour for the breakfast menu here.
Run by antiques dealer Marc James and Charles Kirkman, an ex-banker, The Old Pump House B&B is close to some of Norfolk’s best pubs, restaurants and visitor attractions. Marc and Charles can proficiently advise you on places to go and sights to see, as well as being more than happy to make reservations for you at nearby eateries.
Children with well-behaved Parents are welcome. Dogs with well-behaved owners are welcome by prior arrangement.
Tariff – from £98 per double room per night (from £80 for single occupancy).
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The Nest @ Felbrigg Lodge
The Nest @ Felbrigg Lodge.
School Road, Aylmerton, Norfolk, NR11 8RA.
Tel: 01263 837588.
Felbrigg Lodge is a real asset to Norfolk, accommodation-wise. A bona-fide Norfolk Country hotel, it is a marriage of diversity, with one overriding theme of fabulousness.
Originally the hunting lodge and fire station to nearby Felbrigg Hall (and once the country home of Brian Blessed and his wife), Felbrigg Lodge Hotel is positioned in over seven acres of mature trees and landscaped gardens. Combine this fabulous rural setting with luxurious, boutique styling and you have yourself a very special country retreat.
In addition to the 7 ‘rooms’ (more appropriately referred to as suites, a cottage and a pavilion – should give you some appreciation of their size), you can also enjoy The Nest – a stunning self-catering Holiday Cottage that sleeps up to 6 people.
Warm but contemporary styling throughout, the spacious Cottage features all you need for a wonderful stay, including
- a fully fitted kitchen with double oven, fridge freezer (with icemaker), dishwasher,
- an open-plan lounge/dining room with ample seating for 6 people
- Sky TV with Sky Sports among many other channels
- washing machine and tumble dryer
- Master bedroom with large en-suite shower room
- 2 x twin bedrooms
- Family bathroom with double sink, shower and bath
The Cottage stands in mature, landscaped grounds, with plenty of opportunity for al-fresco breakfasts on warmer days. If you want a break from cooking yourself, The Ivy Restaurant is only a short stroll away. Here you are welcome to hearty Lodge Breakfasts, Traditional Afternoon Teas and delicious, home-cooked evening meals.
Perhaps you fancy a refreshing dip before breakfast each day or a romantic sunset swim? Felbrigg Lodge has its own 12m private indoor-heated swimming pool, which as guests at The Nest, you are welcome to use.
With its gorgeous far-from-the-madding-crowd situation, Felbrigg Lodge is the ultimate luxury stay. The area is a haven for birdwatchers and due to so little light pollution, on a clear night you will see millions of stars. Finally, Felbrigg Lodge is wonderful in that, though you’ll find pretty much everything you need for an amazing escape there within its grounds, you’re also on the doorstep to all the charms of the North Norfolk Coast or the historical destination City of Norwich.
The Neptune Inn
The Neptune Restaurant With Rooms.
85 Old Hunstanton Road, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6HZ.
Tel: 01485 532122.
Featured in The Good Hotel Guide 2011, The Neptune Restaurant with Rooms at Old Hunstanton is charming on so many levels that it would be a shame to miss out on such a treasure.
The site of ‘The Rifleman’ in the 1780’s when it was used as a store for seized contraband, it has been known as The Neptune since the 19th century. Now under the careful ownership of Kevin and Jacki Mangoelles, the Inn and Restaurant has been transformed to evoke images of the New England coast.
With nautical themes throughout, brown mellow tones and white clapboard walls, The Neptune could easily be fragranced by either home-baked apple pie or salty sea air. The Lloyd Loom sofas and chairs add to the relaxed ambience of the bar, lounge and restaurant.
True to its origin as a coaching inn, The Neptune offers elegant accommodation in 6 fabulous en-suite bedrooms, all furnished with the clean lines of white, hand made New England furniture. A 4-Star Inn (EnjoyEngland.com), you are assured a high level of hospitality at this charming bed and breakfast, which is perfectly located for easy access to the North Norfolk coast, Sandringham, the Burnhams and the wider County.
Under Head Chef Kevin, the classic-modern food at The Neptune is lovingly created from fresh local produce such as Thornham Oysters and Plums from Orchard Farm. Already a prestigious 3 AA Rosette restaurant, The Neptune has held a Michelin Star for two years running.
The Neptune Restaurant is open Tues-Sun (Closed Mon).
Dinner served Tuesday – Sunday 7.00 -9.00pm.
Sunday lunch 12.00 – 1.30pm.
Lunch Wednesday – Friday by arrangement.
The Neptune cannot accept pets or children under 10.
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