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St Francis

Little Walsingham, near Wells-next-the-sea, Norfolk
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • A characterful and cosy cottage ideal for families, prettily decorated inside and out
  • One of five Grade II-listed cottages in Knight’s Gate, a delightful enclave
  • Make the most of your multiple outside options, with patio furniture and riverside views
Property code: OC-90488

A charming cottage located in the historic town of Little Walsingham, this property is ideal for a couple or family looking for a quiet country retreat. It is an ideal base for exploring the nearby Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with Holkham Beach just 8.5 miles away. This peaceful village boasts the shrine of the Lady of Walsingham as well as several outstanding buildings featuring medieval timber-framed architecture.

This characterful cottage has been lovingly designed around original features, such as exposed beams and cottage-style staircases, and there are some rooms with low headroom. It has been furnished with elegant, bright, and contemporary decor. On the ground floor, you will find a spacious kitchen and dining area equipped with everything you need to make meal preparation easy. The lounge is the perfect place to relax and catch up with your loved ones on the comfortable armchairs while you chat, play games, or watch your favourite series on the Smart TV. On chilly evenings, you can cosy up and put a log on the wood burner. The ground floor is completed by a shower room. From the living room, a staircase leads up to the first floor where you’ll find two bedrooms – one king-size and one twin – and a family bathroom. If you need a quiet place to use a computer, there is a desk and chair on the landing. Outside, you'll discover a patio with garden furniture and a shared garden to the front and a private garden to the side, both overlooking the River Stiffkey. Enjoy the sun and a few drinks, or dine alfresco in this idyllic setting.

Right on your doorstep is the station for the Wells to Walsingham narrow-gauge railway, a perfect day out for all the family. Within easy reach are several must-see places, including the popular harbour town of Wells-next-the-Sea with its famous colourful beach huts (6 miles), Blakeney Point, home to England's largest grey seal colony (8 miles), Holkham Hall Nature Reserve (7 miles), and the beautiful Georgian town of Holt (12 miles) with its many independent boutiques, art galleries and antique shops.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size bedroom and 1 twin bedroom
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath, and WC; 1 ground-floor shower room with WC
  • Electric Rangemaster oven and hob, SMEG fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided from 1st September - 1st June)
  • Smart TV
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Patio and outdoor seating in private garden and also use of the shared garden, both overlooking the River Stiffkey (children must be supervised at all times around the river)
  • Off-road parking for 1 car in designated carport
  • Pub, cafe and shop under 1 mile away
  • This property has steep cottage-style stairs and low ceilings in places in keeping with a building of this age and style
  • This property can be booked alongside other properties that sleep a further 5 guests. Please contact us for details
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Liz Johnson

This property is personally managed by Liz.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by John 13th June 2026

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Excellent and peaceful location for cottage which is extremely comfortable. The property is spacious with lovely bedrooms, and loads of books and games. There is a good private parking space off road, a pleasant garden next to the river and access opposite to the Anglican Shrine of Little Walsingham. The cottage is about five miles from the nearestRead more coastal village, about a ten-minute drive. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 6th June 2026

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A lovely comfortable cottage to stay in. The cake and bottle of wine were a lovely touch. We would definitely recommend the cottage.

Reviewed by Judith 16th May 2026

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A beautiful cottage in a very charming, historic village . We had everything we needed and all was top quality . The cottage was spotless , cosy and a great base to return to . The owner had very generously left a lovely cake and bottle of wine which were much appreciated. A great area to explore and we would love to return.

Reviewed by Laura 9th May 2026

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A lovely cottage with everything you need and more! Such a surprise to have a Victoria sponge and a bottle of wine waiting for us. We loved the garden with the river running by. So much bird song we downloaded the Merlin bird app to find out what they all were. Wells, Holkam and Burnham OveryStaithe all beautiful. Great food at the Black Lion in tRead morehe village. It was a lovely cottage to stay in. We will be back. Hide

Reviewed by Gary 3rd May 2026

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Reviewed by S 3rd October 2025

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We would definitely recommend this property. The location could not be better: although the road is quite busy, the cottage is set well back in a private enclave behind a well-cared for, spacious shared garden, which makes for a peaceful atmosphere. The property is well-equipped, warm and very comfortable, and in addition has an attractive private Read moregarden leading down to the little river. The private, off-street parking space is an added bonus. Hide

Reviewed by Robert 12th September 2025

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A home from home comfortable cottage in the perfect location with everything you could possibly want for a perfectly relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by Thomas 1st August 2025

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Reviewed by Mark 11th July 2025

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This was our second stay at this cottage. Normally you see wear and tear over 12 months, but not in this case. The property was as clean and comfortable as when it was first made available. Prettily presented, clean and comfortable (plus gin!!!). Highly recommend this property.

Reviewed by Jean 4th July 2025

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The cottage is beautiful and in a beautiful location near the river. So nice to sing along to the Anglican Shrine bells a couple of times a day. A real retreat place.

Reviewed by Christopher 30th May 2025

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This is a really lovely little cottage, superbly equipped with top of the range appliances, in fact everything you could wish for. A bottle of wine and a Victoria sponge cake were waiting for us on arrival - much appreciated!

Reviewed by John 2nd May 2025

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A very comfortable cottage,in lovely surroundings.Convenience store and Farm shop in the village, also local Pub. The cottage itself was well equipped with everything that you need! We would certainly book again for a break away from it all.

Reviewed by Nick 4th October 2024

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This was my first time staying in this cottage, and it hopefully won't be the last! It's a genuine home-from-home, being cosy, comfortable and well-equipped. Set back from the (sometimes surprisingly busy road), it's an oasis of calm and quiet. There's plenty of space for four adults to sleep comfortably, aided by the downstairs WC/shower. The largRead moree private outdoor terrace is perfect for al fresco drinks and eating on warmer days. In short: a perfect place for a holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Robert 13th September 2024

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Location

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Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.

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