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Dotty's Cottage

Blakeney, Norfolk
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Characterful seaside cottage with fresh interiors and a cosy wood burner
  • Nestled on the edge of one of the country’s most impressive nature reserves
  • Enjoy BBQs in the courtyard garden or walk to the local pubs and cafes

Overview
Property code: OC-1805

Stay at this charming cottage with a rich history in the pretty spot of Blakeney on the Norfolk coast. The perfect spot for your family of four, this home was part of the original merchants’ houses, dating back around 200 years. Explore the coast on foot or bike before getting cosy in front of the warming wood burner or enjoy dining alfresco in the enclosed courtyard.

Enter this historic property and hang up your coats and beach towels in the entrance hallway. The stylish kitchen/diner has everything you need to cook up tasty meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner that can be eaten together at the dining table. A spacious and welcoming lounge has plenty of seating, a TV, and a wood burner for warming up on chilly nights. Heading upstairs you will find the two bedrooms, a light and bright master with a double bed, and a bunk bedroom which is ideal for the children of the group. A short distance down the lane is a lovely, decked courtyard with seating, and a BBQ. 

Situated in the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blakeney is a pretty village with a large nature reserve, home to a grey seal colony. You will find amenities such as a shop, and places to eat within just 0.5 miles. Visit the riverside and take a boat trip to see the seals and other wildlife living in the National Trust Nature Reserve and salt marshes (0.5 miles). Head off on foot or bike and enjoy the plethora of walks and cycle routes in the area, alternatively, you could kick back and relax at Holkham Beach (10.5 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, bunk beds suitable for children
  • 1 shower room with a shower cubicle, hand-held shower and WC
  • Built-in electric oven, electric hob, fridge, microwave and washing machine
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • TV with FreeSat, DAB radio
  • Stairgate available
  • Enclosed decked courtyard with table, chairs, 2 deckchairs, charcoal BBQ (separate from the house, down the lane)
  • Private parking for 1 car, further on-street parking nearby.  Please note entrance is very tight and quite restricted, you need to take care accessing the rear of the property.
  • Cottage-style, narrow stairs
  • Shop, pub and beach 300 metres
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Octavia Heath

This property is personally managed by Octavia.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Margaret 28th March 2026

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Nice enough cottage ,but seems abit tired , would help if problems that have been reported in past were dealt with

Reviewed by David 8th March 2026

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Dottys Cottage has a great location in Blakeney village just a few minutes walk to the Quay and local pub, restaurants, shop and coffee shop. The cottage comes with a parking space which is really useful. However, access is tight and larger cars might find it difficult (our 4.8 meter long car was tight but okay). The cottage is comfortable and welRead morel equipped with special mention to good wifi, smart tv, comfortable bed, and good walk-in shower. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 22nd November 2025

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Reviewed by Matthew 8th November 2025

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A well located, comfortable base for exploring the north Norfolk coast. Well equipped with a pleasant lounge and super comfy bed! On site parking is a real bonus.

Reviewed by Kate 9th August 2025

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Blakney is a beautiful location with lovely cottages surrounded by buddleia and hollyhocks. It was a shame therefore to be renting the only cottage surrounded by a dying black sludge of plants. Why would you spray herbicide on hollyhocks? It was totally out of keeping with the village. The church has the right idea. All it's grounds are a beautifulRead more wild flower meadow. Response from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate your feedback, but we hope the rest of your stay was enjoyable. Hide

Reviewed by Sheena 19th June 2025

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Reviewed by David 11th May 2025

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The house is in a good location just off the main street in a quiet area. It is close to pubs and restaurants. However, the house looks tired inside and out. It needs some redecoration, a thorough clean and replacement/repair of some equipment. Generally the

Reviewed by Judith 12th April 2025

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Had such a lovely stay and fell in love with Blakeney. Comfy furniture, cosy warm cottage, lovely setting and all we needed. Was a bit sad not to be able to have bedding washed in fragrance free detergent (allergies) so had to bring our own but also we checked before coming re the size bedding to bring (double duvet) - but we didnt know/missed the Read morebit where it said it was a king sized mattress so our fitted double sheet didnt fit. We made do with only a bit of itchiness and the odd wheeze but we will know to take a flat not a fitted sheet next time and it didnt spoil the lovely holiday. Would definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 27th March 2025

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Lovely characterful cottage, 5- 10 minutes walk to the staithe. Parking is a bonus but could be tricky manouvering with a large vehicle.

Reviewed by Helen 22nd March 2025

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Lovely comfortable little cottage. Fabulous location. It was warm, clean and well equipped. The parking at the back was an absolute game changer, although very tight to turn into and out of! Will definitely come back.

Reviewed by Peter 25th February 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 17th January 2025

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Cosy and comfortable, more than enough space for the two of us. Excellent walking area, and thoroughly enjoyed the Kings Arms public house for food.

Reviewed by Holly 6th January 2025

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 27th July 2024

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Reviewed by Philip 14th July 2024

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Reviewed by Harry 7th July 2024

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We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Dottys Cottage. Private parking is an attractive benefit though drivers of larger cars might find initial access a bit challenging. ( Following telephone enquiries with Norfolk Cottages, we had rejected our initial preference for Turnstone Cottage on account of constricted access information. Only on receipt oRead moref final instructions did we become aware that Dottys Cottage is right next door as part of the same building ..AND .sharing exactly the same access ..! ). Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 5th July 2024

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Nice little cottage in a good location, suits small family or couple with dog.

Reviewed by Michelle 25th June 2024

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Lovely, peaceful cottage, in centre of Blakeney. We had a lovely week

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