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Smugglers Retreat

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Enticing, characterful cottage with exposed wooden beams, vaulted ceilings and Velux windows
  • With a wood burner for cosy winter nights and a courtyard garden for summer days
  • Perfect base for a family seeking to spend days on the beach and exploring North Norfolk

Property code: OC-2045

Explore the beautiful Norfolk coastline with ease from this seaside retreat in Wells-next-the-Sea. This four-bedroom period property features beamed ceilings, a roaring wood burner, and an original bread oven. Set over three storeys, it is ideal for families, groups of friends or two families together, and can comfortably accommodate up to six adults and two children. Enjoy crabbing on the quay or strolling along the sandy beach, only 1 mile away.

Kick off your shoes in the small lobby and enter the beamed lounge where you can curl up on one of the sofas in front of the wood burner, housed in the characterful inglenook fireplace, and watch a film on the Smart TV. When it's time to cook dinner, you'll have plenty of space in the well-equipped kitchen/dining room; take a seat at the large dining table and admire the decorative old bread oven as you tuck into your home-cooked feasts. On the first floor, you’ll find the family bathroom, as well as a double bedroom, a twin, and a bedroom with one child’s bed and one toddler’s bed. The final bedroom is up a set of steep, cottage-style stairs on the second floor and features a double bed beneath, low sloping ceilings. On sunny days, pour a glass of something chilled and head outside to make the most of the lovely courtyard garden.

Wells-next-the-Sea is a wonderful town to explore, with plenty of shops, eateries and attractions all within 300 metres of the cottage. The harbour and quay are also within easy reach, perfect for crabbing. Or take a 1-mile walk to the sandy beach and embark on a seaside adventure. The Norfolk Coast Path runs through the town if you fancy a longer hike. The property is also situated 2 miles from the magnificent Holkham Hall, an 18th-century estate rich in history and wildlife.

  • 4 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 1 twin and 1 room with a 3/4-size child’s bed and a toddler’s bed
  • 1 family bathroom with a large walk-in shower and WC, separate WC in cloakroom
  • Gas range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile phone signal weak
  • Enclosed courtyard, with table and 2 chairs
  • Private parking for 1 car (additional roadside parking subject to availability)
  • Shop and pub 300 metres, beach 1 mile
  • Please note, there is a mixture of feather-filled and synthetic pillows at this cottage
  • Please also be aware that this cottage sleeps 8, with a maximum of 6 adults
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Jodie McCallum

This property is personally managed by Jodie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sue 1st June 2024

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Very cosy cottage deceptive in its size . Plenty of room for us all. Comfy beds , well equipped kitchen in the main. Good well sized lounge. Great location.

Reviewed by Sophia 16th April 2024

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Cottage was beautiful and location was great. We loved our stay. The whole family had a wonderful stay

Reviewed by Deborah 9th April 2024

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This was a lovely cottage with some great touches. The equipment was top notch, particularly the oven. It was very comfortable, welcoming and perfectly placed to access the local attractions; far enough from the centre to be lovely and quiet on a Bank Holiday weekend. There was very clear guidance prior to the stay with great parking when there.

Reviewed by Emma 30th October 2023

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Reviewed by Cheryl 2nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Lucie 13th August 2023

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Reviewed by Torquil 5th August 2023

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Smugglers Retreat is a lovely spacious cottage in an excellent location close to the harbour in wells. The cottage was well equipped and clean, and had everything required for a lovely stay.

Reviewed by Russell 29th July 2023

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Reviewed by David 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Holly 20th June 2023

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Excellent cottage loved it second time staying there

Reviewed by Rachel 7th January 2023

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Location

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