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

Grace House, Southwold, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £447 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Southwold sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A comfortable and spacious family house situated in the 'Lighthouse' road, within short walk of town centre and beach 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 50 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. Grace House is a comfortable and spacious family house situated in the 'Lighthouse' Road. It is well equipped and is within a stone's throw of Southwold's famous beach, pier and lighthouse. Having the shops, restaurants and pubs all within easy walking distance makes for an ideal holiday property. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 100 yards Ground Floor: Sitting Room with TV/DVD/ Freeview, CD player and fireplace Dining Area with dining table and chairs Kitchen with gas oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, table and chairs leading through to Garden Room with window seat Bathroom with over bath shower, washbasin, w.c. and heated towel rail Stairs leading to..First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a super king size bed Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with twin beds Shower Room with heated towel rail, washbasin and w.c. Garden: A pretty, enclosed courtyard garden with herb bed and garden furniture Parking: On street. Heating: Gas central heating. Pets: One well-behaved dog permitted.

Janeiro, Mundesley, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £359 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Mundesley sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Fishing • Near Golf • Near Horse Riding

Accommodation overview: Janerio is a brilliant base for a family holiday, only a five minute walk from the sandy beach and there is a lovely garden to relax in at the end of the day

The village of Mundesley is an excellent location for a seaside holiday. Mundesley has a wonderful clean, wide beach and a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Some may enjoy a dip in the sea or perhaps just the chance to relax and enjoy the view, whilst children will love to play on the golden sands. There is a golf course and driving range in the village with both horse riding and sea fishing available locally. Historic houses, steam trains, water sports and nature reserves are all within a short drive.

Janeiro is an end terrace former fisherman's cottage that has been carefully renovated and extended providing spacious accommodation which is perfect for families. There is a good size garden and private off-road parking. The well-known beach is less than five minutes away on foot as are all the local amenities in the pretty village of Mundesley. Shop:100 yards Pub: 400 yards

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area with comfortable seating, flat screen TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD player, video and wood burner Dining Area with dining table and chairs leading to Sun Room/Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing machine
Wet Room with wet area shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with children's bunk beds
Bathroom with bath, washbasin, and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed garden with lawn and patio. Barbecue and garden table and chairs.
Parking: Driveway for one car
Heating: G.F.C.H. Wood burner.
Also Provided: Towels. Stairgate, CD hi-fi, radio, books and games. First bag of logs for wood burner.
Notes: Stairs are steep with a twist in keeping with the age of the property.

Barn Drift, Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 14
Weekly prices from £2519 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cley-next-the-Sea sleeps 14.

Features include: Short breaks • Luxury breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: This luxurious barn conversion offers exceptional accommodation in a stunning setting overlooking the North Norfolk Coast at Cley. Superb value for money, compare the per night price with local hotels, you will be the winner!

The village of Cley lies in a wonderful position on the beautiful North Norfolk coast. The main street winds its way past pretty flint cottages and houses, with Cley windmill being one of Norfolk's best known landmarks. There is excellent bird watching at Cley Marshes and also at nearby Blakeney Point. There is an excellent delicatessen, smokery, pottery, gallery, bookshop, a restaurant and two pubs, serving meals, in the village with further shopping and dining facilities available in the pleasant town of Holt just four miles away.

From as little as £26 per person per night this is your opportunity to enjoy 5* GOLD accommodation in a unique and beautiful location overlooking the village of Cley and views across to the sea. The accommodation is excellent and tastefully furnished and offers privacy and stunning views.

Barn Drift is a stunning conversion of a 17th century barn located on a farm overlooking the sea that has been in the owner's family for generations. It is situated above Cley marshes and next to a pretty area on the farm known locally as 'The Hangs' and has uninterrupted views over the beautiful Glaven Valley. To the west the historic church of St Margaret's at Cley, can be seen nestling at the edge of the village as can Wiveton Church and beyond the ancient church of St Nicholas at Blakeney. Blakeney Point can be seen from the garden and to the north are views of Cley marshes and the sea. Barn Drift is ideally situated for many varied walks either to the beach, bird watching or just across the fields to the pub for lunch, or to the village playground or deli for ice creams and smoke house for fish. The property has been sympathetically restored to an exceptionally high standard, care has been taken to retain period features, combined with every modern convenience to provide an elegant, contemporary, extremely spacious, and comfortable home. Totally surrounded by fields, Barn Drift stands in nearly five acres of its own grounds, within which are three sheltered walled gardens accessed directly from the house. Barn Drift is a unique property, a perfect place to enjoy with friends. Shop/Deli: 0.5 miles Pubs: 0.5 miles Restaurant: 1 mile

Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall with a large bench and table, leading to a full height Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room with comfortable seating, large electric range cooker, double fridge/freezer, two dishwashers, microwave, central island with stools, dining table with upholstered chairs, bench seating, fold up chairs providing seating for fourteen plus people and window seat - your choice! Off the kitchen the equally large Sitting Room has comfortable seating for fourteen, widescreen TV with Sky, DVD player, wood burner, with French windows leading to the garden and a study area
Also off the kitchen is the Den with a large sofa, bean bags, Wii, widescreen TV with SKY and DVD player
Cloakroom with washbasin and wc

Upper Floor:
Bedroom East with a king-size zip & link bed - which can be converted into twin beds, please request on booking, large wardrobe and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, twin washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and hanging space
Shower Room with large shower cubicle, large washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and double wardrobe

Lower Floor:
Bedroom 4 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and En-Suite Wet Room with washbasin and wc
Bedroom 5 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and hanging space and En-Suite bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, large washbasin and wc
Boot Room with hanging space, washing machine, tumble dryer, butler sink and airing cupboard. Next to the back door is a further Wet Room with washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom West with a king-size zip & link bed - which can be converted into twin beds, please request on booking and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, twin washbasins and wc
Bedroom 7 with twin beds - which can be converted into a king-size bed, please request on booking and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: Mainly laid to lawn with three secure walled gardens with terrace areas. Garden table, chairs and garden sofa.
Cart Shed: Open fronted outhouse with table tennis.
Parking: For ten+ vehicles in the driveway
Heating: Under floor O.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Wi-Fi. Towels, two travel cot's, high chair, booster seat and stair gates. A welcome hamper containing local produce is provided together with a starter pack of logs for the wood burner.
Notes: There is a house keeping deposit of £600 payable to Norfolk Country Cottages will be required two weeks before the start of your holiday. Property is approached via a single track unsurfaced lane which is used by farm vehicles. Whilst no pets are allowed at the property the owners dogs visit occasionally.

Rainbow Cottage, Thorpeness, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £356 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Thorpeness sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Rainbow Cottage is a modern property situated in the attractive seaside village of Thorpeness. A new conservatory overlooking the rear garden makes a welcome addition to this comfortable holiday choice. Just a mile north of Aldeburgh is this fascinating seaside village, built in the 1920s by Glencairn Stuart Ogilvie, an architect, barrister and playwright. The mock Tudor style of building is now the hallmark of Thorpeness, where the amenities include the Dolphin Inn, the Thorpeness Hotel with its 18-hole golf club, a country club with tennis courts and the Mere - a large shallow boating lake with tearooms nearby. The beaches are mainly sandy and behind the village is a myriad of footpaths over heath and common land. Rainbow Cottage is a modern property situated in the attractive seaside village of Thorpeness. It has been completely redecorated for the 2011 holiday season and has been nicely furnished with attention being paid to the details. A new conservatory overlooking the rear garden makes a welcome addition to this comfortable holiday choice. Shop: 15yds Pub: 25ydsGround Floor: Sitting Room with TV, DVD and video. CD/Hi-Fi and open fire Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer Dining Room with table and chairs Conservatory with seating Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with a king size bed Bedroom 2 with a double bed Bedroom 3 with a single bed Bathroom with bath, over bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Rear garden with garden furniture. Parking: Off road parking Heating: Gas heating. Pets: One well behaved dog welcome

Paddling Ducks, Hunstanton, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £866 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Hunstanton sleeps 10.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Hot Tub • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: A great property, spacious and well equipped in the coastal town of Hunstanton, good for families and mixed groups.

Hunstanton is a popular traditional seaside town, with a long sandy beach backed by distinctive striped cliffs. There are reminders of its Victorian origins including the promenade, the large green and the attractive esplanade gardens. Hunstanton town offers a host of activities for the family including a Sea Life Centre, a fun fair, tennis courts, bowling green and a sports and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, crazy golf and pitch & putt course. A little further along is quieter Old Hunstanton, which is a picturesque village with mellow carrstone houses, an impressive medieval church and a championship golf course. The nature reserves at Scolt Head, Titchwell and Holme Dunes are just a short distance away. The coastal footpaths in the area are great for walking and bird watching opportunities. The Royal Sandringham Estate is approximately eight miles away, a wonderful day out with its cycling, walking and picnic opportunities.

Paddling Ducks is a substantial detached property situated in a quiet location close to the town, beach and Hunstanton's famous cliffs. The accommodation is very spacious and easily accommodates the number of guests. The Jacuzzi cabin with steam shower and changing room is a particular feature. Shops/Pubs within easy walking distance

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room furnished in a modern style with comfortable seating, very large flat screen TV with Freeview, Sky basic, surround sound, DVD player and feature gas fire
Conservatory with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player and Playstation 2
Kitchen/Dining Room with AGA, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, table and chairs for ten
Inner Hall with washer/dryer door leads to Cloakroom with washbasin and wc
Study with desk, chair and Wi-Fi

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and En-Suite Shower Room with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with a double bed
Bedroom 3 with a double bed
Bedroom 4 with twin beds
Bedroom 5 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Rear garden is fully enclosed with patio, lawned area, garden furniture and gas barbecue.
Log Cabin with Jacuzzi hot tub, steam shower, changing area and music system.
Parking: Driveway for four cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H. is included May-Sept and £25 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Pets: Two well-behaved pets are welcome; please do ensure that they are kept off the furniture and beds at all times.
Extras: Towels are available to hire for £3.50 per person per week, payable on booking. There is a housekeeping deposit of £250 payable to Norfolk Country Cottages two weeks before the start of the holiday.

The Old Garage, Thornham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £542 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Thornham sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Recently refurbished spacious cottage ideal for a family holiday. A very cosy and welcoming haven after a day out and about.

Thornham is a quiet picturesque village that forms part of the conservation area on the North West Norfolk Coast. There is a wide sandy beach and a small harbour, both of which form part of a local nature reserve. There are some excellent pub/restaurants in the village one of which has won an award in 2010. The coastal town of Hunstanton is just four miles away, it has a sandy beach and many attractions for children. The Coast Hopper bus can take you to Wells, the RSPB reserve at Titchwell and villages including Brancaster and Burnham Market, an excellent opportunity to leave the car behind and enjoy the scenery.

The Old Garage lies at the centre of the village and provides a high standard of accommodation. It is very well-equipped, making it ideal for a family holiday and offers a very cosy and welcoming haven after a busy day out and about. Shop: 500 yards Pub: 50 yards

Ground Floor:
Sitting Room well furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, CD stereo, open fire and French doors to garden
Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, dining table, chairs and French windows to garden
Utility Room with washing machine and tumble dryer
Shower Room with shower and wc

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed and TV/DVD player
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and TV/DVD player
Bedroom 3 with twin beds - 2' 6" wide
Bedroom 4 with bunk beds, TV/DVD player
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, washbasin and wc

Garden: Fully enclosed small lawned and patio garden with garden chairs and table.
Parking: For one car. Further roadside parking.
Heating: O.F.C.H. included May-Sept and £10 per week Oct-Apr, payable on booking.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome but to be kept downstairs.
Also Provided: Good selection of books and games.
Extras: Please bring your own bed linen. Duvets and blankets are provided. Bed linen can be hired at £4 per person per week, payable on booking.

Seaview, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £611 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Aldeburgh sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: 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. Sea View, as the name suggests has a lovely view of the sea from the dining table in the sitting room. A detached single storey property with a lovely garden and parking makes Sea View the perfect Seaside getaway. Shop: 850 yards Pub: 500 yardsGround Floor: Sitting Room with flat screen TV and DVD. Table and chairs with view of the sea. CD/radio and iPod dock Conservatory with table and chairs and soft seating Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer and microwave. Sea view Utility with washing machine and tumble dryerCloakroom with washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 1 (can be used as a suite with the shower room) with twin beds which can be made up as a super king sized bed. Please advise preference at the time of booking. Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with twin beds Bedroom 3 with twin beds Bathroom with bath, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Large garden area. Parking: Parking for multiple cars. Heating: Gas heating - warm air.

6 Clement Scott Mews, Cromer, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £327 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Cromer sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Fishing • Near Golf •

Accommodation overview: Walk to the beach and town centre, Cromer is a traditional seaside resort with so much to offer. The Mews is in a quiet part of the town, explore the surrounding countryside and quiet lanes. Take the train to Norwich and enjoy this historic centre.

Cromer is a traditional seaside resort with a cliff-top setting and wide sandy beaches running down to the sea. It is famous for its fishing boats that still work off the sea and offer freshly caught seafood. The town has a fine recently refurbished pier, a local history museum, a new lifeboat museum, a golf course, cycle hire, shops and restaurants as well as seafront entertainment, making it ideal for a family holiday. Cromer church tower is the tallest in Norfolk and the more adventurous might like to climb to the top and enjoy the wonderful views.

No 6 Clement Scott Mews is an attractive mid-terrace mews-style house which is situated in a quiet location close to the town centre, beach and cliffs. Comfortably furnished and well equipped, it is as suitable for couples as it is for families. The Royal Cromer Golf Club is only 400 yards away and there are further amenities and attractions in the town. Shops/Pubs: 0.25 miles

Ground Floor:
Sitting/Dining Room pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating, widescreen TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD/Radio, table and chairs
Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, fridge with icebox, microwave and washing machine

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a double bed
Bedroom 2 with a full size single bed and 2` 6" child's bed
Shower Room with large cubicle, washbasin and wc

Garden: The garden is communal and shared with the other residents of the Mews. It consists of a large grassed area, which is partially walled and gated; a folding wooden table and chairs are available for use in the garden
Parking: Designated driveway for one car; there is further parking available on the private road leading to the property.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Also Provided: Towels. Free Wi-Fi. A selection of books, children's crayons and pencils and a small safe for valuables