This delightful retreat is in the small and tranquil Norfolk village of East Somerton, which is home to the ancient ivy-clad ruins of St Mary’s Church, hidden away in a wooded grove, which you can visit as you head along the lovely circular walk to the peaceful seaside village of Winterton-on-Sea (2 miles). The village is home to a gorgeous soft sandy beach, and the Winterton Dunes National Nature Reserve offers the chance to spot terns and natterjack toads, as well as the seal colony which can be found between Winterton and Horsey (3.5 miles). The nearest of the Broads, Martham Broad, is less than a mile away and is part of a network of 125 miles of waterways criss-crossing the county.
Entering this richly decorated property the spacious lounge provides a fantastic space for you all to unwind in at the end of a great day out. This sumptuous room features a high beamed ceiling with exposed brickwork and plenty of seating, making a perfect space for you all to snuggle up, watch a movie on the Smart TV or chat about the day’s events. A couple of steps lead up into the bright and stylishly designed kitchen/diner which is ideal for cooking and sharing all your favourite family dishes. Fully equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, Magimix Nespresso coffee machine, airfryer and dishwasher, the kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, and you can all gather round the dining table to enjoy a home-cooked feast. There is a separate WC on the ground floor whilst the owner shared utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer is down the corridor. When it’s time for bed, there’s a pretty ground-floor king-size bedroom, decorated in light pastel tones, with an en-suite shower room complete with walk-in shower and WC. The other two bedrooms can be found on the first floor; both have exposed beams in the high vaulted ceiling. The main bedroom features a cosy super-king-size bed with an additional single bed – to be booked on request. This room also has a beautiful writing desk, a wealth of books for you to browse and plenty of seating so you can curl up with a good book in the evening. The other bedroom on this level features a super-king size bed and convenient en-suite shower room with walk-in shower and WC.
Stepping outside, the large garden has plenty of space for a dog to exercise and for children to run about. There’s a side patio and a choice of outdoor furniture, providing a wonderful space to sit back at the end of a wonderful day, dine alfresco as you admire the views across the surrounding fields. There’s also a handy insulated kennel should you need to leave your dog.
Shop/Pub: 1 mile.
Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king size with additional single bed (please request on booking – additional charge £60 per booking), 1 super-king size and 1 king-size on the ground floor (alternatively if you wish to have 2 ground-floor bedrooms this could be arranged directly with the owner)
Dogs: 1 medium-sized and well-behaved dog welcome but will not be permitted in the bedrooms. It is possible to use the spacious and insulated dog kennel that is outside the property should you want to go out and leave the dog behind.
Parking: For 2 cars in front or to side of the gate.
Heating: Underfloor heating throughout.
Pets: One well behaved dog welcome. Please be aware of our booking information regarding pets.
Also Provided: Bed linen and towels (please bring your own beach towels). Wi-Fi in sitting room and kitchen. Welcome Tray.
Notes: This is a non-smoking property. Mobile signal: variable (Vodafone is good).
East Somerton is a small Norfolk village and home to the ivy-clad, ancient ruin of St Mary’s church, tucked away and hidden in a wooded grove and best visited as part of the signposted circular walk from nearby Winterton-on-Sea. The village is just a mile from the sandy beaches and dunes of Winterton. Winterton Dunes Nature Reserve is a must for discovering the local wildlife. Horsey is just two miles to the north and is home to a local seal colony; visit over the winter and you will see seal pups too. Inland, The Broads National Park with 125 miles of waterways to discover is within easy reach offering boat hire and other water-based activities. The hinterland in this part of Norfolk also makes great cycling country. Culture vultures will enjoy a trip to Norwich, which is also within easy reach.