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Gardeners Cottage

Norfolk

Gorgeous family friendly cottage, beautifully presented, in a quaint and quiet Norfolk village.

Units 1
Sleeps 2 - 5
Bedrooms 2 - 2
Pets No
Mobility No

Ideal for

Babies
Toddlers
Older Kids
Teens

From £552/week

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Gardeners Cottage in Overstrand is a gem of a place for a family holiday close to fabulous beaches in Norfolk. The traditional flint cottage is perfect for relaxing together away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Rural village life merges perfectly with a coastal break - lovely sandy beaches are just a few minutes walk away. With lots of family days out within close proximity too its the perfect base to keep the kids excited about what is to come the next day.

About this place

Best bits

Inexpensive days out on the beach digging sandcastles, searching for treasure in rock pools or flying a kite.
There is a great children’s playground with swings and slides a short walk from the cottage.
Enclosed private garden with furniture and a BBQ. Ideal for al fresco eating.

Top tips

Packing needn’t be arduous – there are cots, highchairs, stair gates and fireguards available upon request if you’re holidaying with little ones.
Take your beach gear; sandy beaches are a short walk away.
Pack your walking boots and wellies so you can explore the coastal paths whatever the weather.

Plan your stay

What are the facilities like? Where can you eat? What can you do?

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A gorgeous traditional flint Norfolk cottage immersed in rural Norfolk countryside yet just a few minutes stroll to sandy beaches. With heaps of days out ideas on your door step too, you're guaranteed as relaxed, or as active a family holiday as you would like.

Reviewed by Jo

Rooms

Gardeners Cottage is a pretty traditional Norfolk flint cottage tucked away in ‘The Londs' - the quaintest lane in Overstrand. The two bedroom property sleeps a family of four plus a cot in luxury and comfort. It is beautifully presented and boasts many original features giving it a certain charm and character; exposed wooden beams, inglenook fireplaces and tiled floors to name a few. Cots, highchairs, stair gates and fireguards are available on request if on holiday with little ones. There is also a stash of baby equipment available such as baby monitors, baby baths, bath slip mats, potty, books and toys. Plus the cottage comes complete with laundry facilities, microwaves and plastic crockery so that you can rest assured that everything has been thoughtfully provided for your ease of travel with kids in tow.

Eat

Gardeners Cottage has a fantastic, and fully equipped kitchen for all your self catering needs. There’s plenty of space for indoor dining, or in warmer months you can take advantage of the evening sun and use the BBQ for alfresco eating. Supplies can be bought in Overstrand, or at larger supermarkets in Cromer.

If you want to enjoy a special meal and take a night off cooking the White Horse Public House is only five minutes walk away, and serves up delicious locally sourced and produced pub grub. Alternatively, there is loads of choice in Cromer. Set out on an early evening adventure along the coastal path to get there.

Activities

Overstrand is a crab fishing village just to the east of Cromer and within walking distance either along the beach or by the cliff top path. It has safe sandy beaches which are ideal for young children to build sand castles, play beach cricket and football or hunt for crabs.

There is lots to see and do in North Norfolk, as well as several blue flag awarded beaches and outdoor play areas. There is the new Amazona Zoo at Cromer, North Norfolk Steam Railway and the Muckelburgh Collection. If the weather is poor indoor activities are plentiful - Woodlands swimming pool at Trimmingham is only three miles from Overstrand. Or there is Splash swimming pool at Sheringham.

Accessibility

Unfortunately, given the age of the property, it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility. Both bedrooms are also located upstairs.

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Location & local area

Where is it and how do you get there?

By Road

Around three and a half hours from Birmingham or London. Norwich is only 30 minutes away.

By Air

Norwich Airport is the closest, half an hour by car. Or you can jump on a direct bus that takes around an hour.

By Rail

Cromer Station is the closest, with regular trains to Norwich and Sheringham. You can grab a cab from there to the cottage in, only ten minutes.

About the owners

Tracy

Gardeners cottage is the perfect home by the sea for a traditional family holiday break.

Owner recommendations

The Norfolk Broads now have national park status and is Britain’s largest protected wetland – hire a day boat or canoe and travel the scenic waterways.
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve is one of Norfolk’s most spectacular gardens. Explore four unique meadows and gloriously landscaped gardens.
Go seal spotting. Board one of the boats at Morston and Blakeney Quay to get up close and personal with some grey seals.
Take in some architecture and culture at Felbigg Hall, Gardens and Estate – Jacobean style with an elegant Georgian interior.
Norwich is a short drive away and has culture in abundance. There are theatres, galleries and museums to nosey around.