Built in 1846, Lavender Cottage is an elegant, cosy cottage set in the heart of this archetypal north Norfolk village close to the coast and well-liked village of Burnham Market. The stylish interior is sophisticated, comfortable and for warmth on cooler days, there is a wood burner. The relaxing living room features antique and vintage pieces as well as modern, contemporary furniture. The well equipped kitchen leads on to a small conservatory/dining area with access to the patio and secret garden beyond. Upstairs, accessed via a steep Norfolk winder staircase, there are two king-size beds and a bright, fresh shower room. This is a truly charming cottage from which to explore the best that north Norfolk has to offer. Shop: 0.5 miles Pub: within walking distance
Ground Floor:
Sitting Room attractively furnished with comfortable furniture, TV with Freesat and DVD player, CD player, iPod dock, woodburner
Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer
Conservatory/Dining Area with table and chairs
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 with a king-size bed and feature fireplace
Bedroom 2 with small double- see notes below
Shower room with walk-in shower, heated towel rail, washbasin and wc
Garden: The path immediately outside the conservatory doors is a shared right of way for neighbouring properties, adjacent to this is a patio area with garden table and chairs leading to the private and secluded rear garden with box hedging, lavender bushes, further seating and charcoal barbecue.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: Electric convector, underfloor and woodburner.
Pets: One well behaved dog welcome - please be aware of our booking information regarding pets.
Also Provided: Towels. Books, games and radio.
Notes: This is a non-smoking property. There is a right of way between the patio and garden, typical of old Norfolk terraced cottages but it is not commonly used. Two couples are welcome but please note there is access on one side of the bed only in Bedroom 2. The cottage also has steep stairs and some low door frames.
The village of North Creake is just a few minutes' drive from the north Norfolk coast and lies close to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, famed for its wildlife, walks and fantastic sandy beaches. The village pub and the Creake Abbey Cafe, Food Hall, Shops and Studios, where a great farmer's market is held on the first Saturday of the month, are both close at hand. In the heart of Nelson country, you are surrounded by The Burnhams - a collection of 7 hamlets and villages each with their own character. Visit the coastal village of Burnham-Overy-Staithe with its harbour for sailing, the birthplace of Lord Horatio Nelson at Burnham Thorpe or the ever popular Georgian village of Burnham Market with boutique shopping, delicatessens, wine merchants, galleries, interior design shops and more. The nearby coastal villages from Brancaster to Blakeney are all worth a visit, as is the historical seat of the Earls of Leicester at Holkham Hall and the Queen's Royal Estate at Sandringham.