Dog-friendly Cottages Norfolk

Welcome to St Mary’s Chapel, a captivating retreat steeped in history, nestled in the heart of New Buckenham, Norfolk. Originally built as a 12th-century chapel, this remarkable property has recently undergone a meticulous renovation, seamlessly blending its historic charm with modern comforts.
This enchanting property accommodates up to eight guests, offering a perfect blend of communal spaces and private sanctuaries. On the ground floor, discover a living room, dining room, study, and a library area adorned with original beams and a wood burner. Unwind with a Smart TV or lose yourself in a good book while the flames dance in the background. The recently renovated kitchen, a focal point of the home, is a culinary haven awaiting your creativity, the modern amenities are seamlessly integrated for your convenience. A bathroom, as well as a separate shower room, add to the functionality of the ground floor, ensuring that every guest’s needs are met. The sleeping quarters are thoughtfully arranged across the property. The first bedroom boasts a comfortable double bed, while the second bedroom features two inviting singles. The third bedroom echoes the comfort of another double bed, and the fourth bedroom is adorned with bunk beds suitable for guests of all ages. Between bedrooms three and four, a newly added shower room provides an additional touch of delight, featuring a convenient walk-in shower. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a thoughtful welcome pack, setting the tone for a memorable stay. It’s the perfect introduction to the warmth and hospitality that St Mary’s Chapel exudes.
Beyond the chapel’s walls, New Buckenham offers a quaint village atmosphere, inviting exploration of its historic sites and charming local amenities such as a recently opened café to refuel after a day of exploring. Discover the picturesque surroundings, or venture further to explore Norfolk’s diverse attractions, from scenic walks in the countryside to visits to nearby historic landmarks. St Mary’s Chapel beckons as a unique blend of history and modern comfort, inviting you to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of New Buckenham and create lasting memories in this meticulously renovated 12th-century gem with its stone walls, and unrestricted access to a privately owned, ruined castle, set within a moated area - access to the castle is not exclusive as members of the public can pay to visit. A public footpath runs past the property. Shop and pub 500 yards.

A well-presented semi-detached cottage resting in Hunstanton, Norfolk. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Near a beach. Sandringham 9.4 miles; King's Lynn 16.5 miles

Nestled discreetly and easily missed by passersby, Chestney House unfolds as a hidden gem, a secret escape right in the heart of lively Hunstanton. Elevated from the street, it offers a serene and relaxing retreat, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Hunstanton while enjoying moments of tranquillity. Formerly the family home of the owner, this charming abode exudes a sense of love in its furnishings and decor, dating back to the 1800s as one of the first properties in the now bustling town centre.
Many of the rooms boast enchanting sea views, adding to the allure of Chestney House. The property’s character shines through, providing a unique and atmospheric setting for guests. With so much to explore in Hunstanton within walking distance, one could easily park the car upon arrival and not need it again until departure. The town offers a variety of activities, but for those eager to venture along the coast, unspoiled beaches, picturesque villages, and delightful eateries await.
Wells-next-the-Sea, with its narrow gauge railway leading to the beach, a scenic quay, and a blend of boutique and traditional seaside shops and cafes, beckons for a visit. History enthusiasts will find delight in the Hanseatic port of Old King’s Lynn, complete with its popular ghost walk, and excursions to the Sandringham Estate and Holkham Hall. Nature enthusiasts, walkers, and cyclists will find themselves spoiled for choice, and beach lovers will discover a plethora of sandy shores, each offering its unique charm.
After a day of exploration and excitement, Chestney House welcomes you to unwind and dream of future adventures. For those with multiple vehicles, a convenient car park is located just 120 yards away. With golf courses nearby and the beach a mere 300 yards away, this hidden retreat becomes the perfect base for a memorable and diverse coastal experience. Shops, pubs, and restaurants are all within a short distance, ensuring a delightful blend of convenience and tranquillity during your stay.

Dating back over 200 years, Half Penny Cottage has been tastefully restored by the owners to maintain the charm and period features that you would expect to find in a cottage with such impressive heritage while ensuring that all the modern conveniences remain, which are required for a great stay. The cottage is set in the picturesque village of Docking. It is constructed of local Norfolk flint, faced with mellow Holkham brick, and boasts exposed oak beams in many of the rooms, along with an open fire in the living room. Docking itself is within a quiet conservation area, just 6 miles from the bustling village of Burnham Market and 4 miles from Brancaster, with its beautiful beach. Beach lovers will be very pleased that they’ve chosen this part of Norfolk, as the stretch of coastline that runs from Wells-next-the-Sea, with its picturesque quay to Snettisham, with its RSPB Nature Reserve, is blessed with numerous beaches, quays, and marshes, offering a new seascape for every day. There are lots of pretty coastal villages, offering great places to eat and drink and little artisan shops. Those seeking all the fun of the fair should head to Hunstanton, known locally as ’Sunny Hunny’, where the beach seems to go on forever, and you will find a Sealife Centre, traditional seaside amusements, and a small fun fair. Heritage lovers will also be spoilt for choice with The Sandringham Estate, Holkham Hall, Blickling Hall, the Old Quarter of Hanseatic Kings Lynn and Norwich, with its numerous museums, and Norman Castle, all within easy reach. Those who know Norfolk will also know that it presents the opportunity for some of the best birdwatching in the UK. When you add in glorious coastal walks and great cycle routes, you will soon see why Royal Norfolk remains as popular as ever and indeed why Half Penny Cottage is such a hit with guests. Beach 4 miles. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Nestled in a quiet residential street at the heart of bustling Sheringham, Amelia House has been thoughtfully decorated and furnished to provide discerning guests with everything needed for a relaxing stay. Boasting two sitting areas and two bathrooms, this semi-detached house is both stylish and comfortable. The famous wide, Sheringham Beach is a sandy beach, just a 3-minute walk away and you can be in the town centre in two minutes. Here you will find a good mix of high street favourites and boutique shops. The town itself boasts lots of great places to eat to suit all tastes and budgets and is also home to the much celebrated North Norfolk Railway, from which you can take steam train tours along the coast.
You may find it hard to tear yourself away from Sheringham but if you do, you will find lots of pretty coastal towns and villages offering a variety of sandy and shingle beaches, marshes and picturesque quays. Nature lovers will enjoy the opportunity to explore Sheringham Park, which offers over 100 acres of unspoilt walks including a breath-taking cliff top trail. For something a little more exotic, why not visit Amazonia Zoo, located close to the seaside town of Cromer where you will also find the famous Cromer Pier, Edwardian promenade, a multiplex cinema and lots of shops, cafés and restaurants to explore. You’ll soon see why people visit north Norfolk year round and come back time and time again and, after a busy day of fun, how lovely to be able to return to lovely Amelia House and relax and unwind. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 150 yards.

Old Hall Farm Barn is a stunning, detached barn restored to retain its period charm and features. There is a private large fenced lawned garden to enjoy, complete with footpath access through the owners’ meadowland of 12 acres with cattle and sheep, which connects to the Marriotts Way, 21 miles of former railway track bed, ideal for walkers and cyclists. The barn is very light and airy with floor-to-ceiling glass doors to enjoy the tranquil surroundings, countryside views and wildlife. The living room boasts a wood burner and Netflix TV. The kitchen/dining room with its centre island and dining area, is great for formal get togethers or simple family meals. There are three ground floor bedrooms, each with their own door leading to the garden, and a ground floor shower room with walk-in shower. Stairs lead up to the master bedroom, complete with en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower and toilet. Outside offers a large seating terrace with lounge garden furniture and dining table, firepit, parasol and BBQ.

The small market town of Reepham, 1 mile, is a conservation town with market place, tennis court, delicatessen, cafés, newsagents, shops, boutique stores and restaurants, as well as other amenities including a hardware store, chemist and library. At the former Reepham Station there is small museum, tea room and cycle hire. The North Norfolk Coast is an easy drive, with Holt, 14 miles, and Burnham Market (known as the Hampton’s of Norfolk), 26 miles, with delicatessen, shops, pubs and restaurants. Holkham Hall, 27 miles. The popular village of Wells-next-the-Sea, 22 miles, has a picturesque quay, narrow gauge railway and quaint mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops, cafés and amusements. Blakeney, 19 miles, Cley-next-the-Sea and Salthouse, 17 miles, offer a National Trust bird reserve and salt marshes. The coastal towns of Sheringham, 18 miles, and Cromer, 19 miles, offer great sandy beaches and activities for all ages. Sheringham is home to the North Norfolk Railway with trips to Weybourne and Holt. Holkham and Stiffkey also offer beautiful beaches, and East Runton is ideal for those who like rock pooling. Within an hour’s drive are National Trust properties including 17th-century Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park and Oxburgh Hall.

For family entertainment, there are adventure activities and parks nearby including Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade, Thigby Wildlife, Pettitts Animal Adventure, Wroxham Barns and BeWILDerwood at Horning. The village of Coltishall, 14 miles, offers waterside restaurants to enjoy. Cromer has a promenade and pier with live entertainment (seasonal). Great golf opportunities nearby with Sprowston Manor golf course, 15 miles, while Cromer and Sheringham offer clifftop courses for experienced golfers only. Norwich city, 15 miles, has a cathedral and a 12th-century Norman castle. Explore the Norfolk Broads with Wroxham, 18 miles, known as the capital of the broads, with waterside cafés, restaurants and shops. Visitors can hire boats or enjoy a leisurely day cruise. The nature reserve of Hickling Broad is a haven for birds including sandpipers, osprey and spoonbills - it also offers excellent fishing, as well as nature trails to explore. The Victorian town of Hunstanton is 35 miles, with its famous stripy cliffs, beach, small funfair, Sealife Centre and lots of traditional seaside amusements. Beach 18 miles. Shops, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Set within a sought after, high end development, Seasalt has everything you need for a fantastic holiday. Perfect for discerning guests, it has been furnished by a stylist to create light, airy and stylish accommodation. It boasts open plan living and dining, and enclosed gardens. Tucked away and perfect for a great night’s sleep, it is also just a short walk from the village centre, which has lots of great places to eat and drink and a handful of shops and of course, it is also close to the wide sandy beach.
Mundesley offers so much to visitors that you may be inclined to park up and stay put, but venture further and you will find much to see and do. The coastline is littered with pretty seaside villages and towns boasting a variety of coastal habitats including beaches, marshes, quays and sand dunes. Head west and visit Cromer with its famous pier, Blakeney for a spot of crabbing, or Wells-next-the-Sea with its picturesque quay. Head east and find all the fun of the fair on the much celebrated Golden Mile at Great Yarmouth. In just under half an hour, you can also be at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads, Wroxham, where you can hire a day launch or join a guided tour to drift along these famous waterways. With BeWILDerwood, Amazona Zoo, numerous National Trust properties and a host of other activities close by too, you will be spoilt for choice. And, after a busy day enjoying Norfolk, you will definitely look forward to returning to spacious Seasalt. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Set in a quiet side lane in the much sought after village of East Runton, Corner House has everything you need for a great coastal holiday. East Runton itself has a pub, two restaurants, a shop and of course, one of the best beaches in the area. If you venture a little further you will find so much to see and do that you will be spoilt for choice.
This detached house boasts an enclosed garden, private hot tub, well-equipped kitchen, conservatory, formal dining room and a cosy wood burning stove, what else do you need?

Cromer town centre is just a 20-minute walk away, with the cliff tops and a sea view all the way. Here you will find the famous pier where a seasonal end of pier show is held, an Edwardian seafront, beautiful beach, cinema, museum and a good selection of seaside attractions and places to eat, drink and shop. Close by you will also find Amazonia Zoo, The Thursford Collection, North Norfolk Railway, The Bure Valley Railway, The Muckleburgh Collection, Blickling Hall and The Shire Horse Sanctuary. And, not only do you have a wealth of coastline to explore, you are also just 40 minutes’ from the Norfolk Broads. You can then head back to Corner House, relax in the hot tub and then retire for a great night’s sleep. Beach 300 yards. Shop 150 yards, pub and restaurant 50 yards.

In a splendid position within walking distance of the excellent sandy beach, this traditional detached family home enjoys an enclosed lawned garden. Comfortably furnished throughout, offering wonderful holiday accommodation for larger families and friends wishing to holiday together. Boasting four bedrooms and a sofa bed sleeping two people within the living room, complete with ground floor shower room, it is perfect for anyone wishing to avoid the stairs. The house is equipped with all modern day comforts and a wood burner to provide an extra warm welcome at any time of year.
Sea Palling has a glorious sandy beach, a paradise for children, which is backed with dunes, perfect for beach picnics, and some areas are open to dogs. The beach is popular for sightings of local sea colonies and it has a lifeguard and boat launching facility. The local shop and pub are just 500 yards away and it is ideally placed to take advantage of the myriad attractions on offer. The village also has a local fish shop, café, fish and chip shop, pub with music (seasonal) which serves food all day, an amusement arcade, children’s playground and a water sports shop, which also hires water sports equipment.
An easy drive is the Norfolk Broads which is a haven for wildlife. The expanse of waterways is best explored by boat, and daily motor launch hire and river trips are available daily with plenty of riverside restaurants and picnic opportunities along the way. Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, is 12 miles away. For children, visit the treetop adventure park of BeWILDerwood at Horning, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade and Thrigby Wildlife Park.
The traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth, 16 miles, has a fun fair and amusements, or continue along the coastal path to Winterton-on-Sea. Further afield are the seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham, famous for shell fish and the Poppy Line Steam Railway. Further along the coastal route are RSPB and salt marsh nature reserves for excellent walks and bird watching opportunities. Boat trips to visit the basking seal colonies at Blakeney Point Nature Reserve are available from both Blakeney and Morston Quay. The city of Norwich, 20 miles, has excellent shopping, two indoor shopping centres, cafés, restaurants, a theatre, cinema complex, castle museum and cathedral. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.