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.
EnjoyMent Offer:
- £10 off the normal room rate each night of your stay between 1st December and 31st March (upon production of an EnjoyMent card – please mention when booking. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offers).
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