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Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Winterton on Sea, Norfolk
  • Norfolk Broads
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Horsey Windpump
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Great Yarmouth Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Great Yarmouth

A family-friendly stay in Great Yarmouth awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Norfolk Broads and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Lost World Adventure Golf. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with digital channels, and accommodation features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A furnished balcony or patio and a TV with a DVD player are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Horsey Windpump - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • BeWILDerwood - 20 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 25 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Great Yarmouth Station - 18 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪King's Arms Public House, Martham - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishermans Return - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Winterton Fish Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bermuda Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes

Situated in the quiet and picturesque village of Winterton on Sea, Admiral Cottage is furnished to a high standard including fitted kitchen, spacious confortable lounge with traditional Norfolk Winder staircase up to double room with ensuite shower room ( see photo of steep stairs). Off the lounge is a twin bedroom with full ensuite bathroom. Only ten minutes walk to the sandy beach (with children and buckets and spades), beach cafe, shop, fish and chips and local pub nearby (families & dogs welcome). Close to broadland villages offering boat hire or Hemsby and Great Yarmouth for more lively entertainment for all the family.

Admiral Cottage & its sister cottages, Compass Cottage and Beachside Cottage are all in the heart of Winterton on Sea old village and are within a short walk of the beach, pub & shop. Pets are welcome at no charge.

Set in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Winterton on Sea offers a base to explore wildlife, is ideal for cyclists and walkers, and is well situated for visits to many historical sites including National Trust and privately owned estates. There is also a wealth of family entertainment in the surrounding areas including theme parks, outdoor activity centres, steam trains and country parks as well as many things to see and do inside as well as out.


A pretty thatched cottage with parking on driveway. Comprising entrance lobby, living room with Multifuel log burner & SMART TV, kitchen with dishwasher & washer, 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Please note the only freezer at the cottage is a small compartment at the top of the under counter fridge. Outside is a patio area with furniture and grassed area. Garden is fully enclosed.
Ground floor, twin bedroom with ensuite bathroom (bath and separate shower cubicle, toilet & sink) digital television. Upstairs (very steep stairs) master bedroom – with king size bed, Smart TV with en-suite shower room, toilet & sink.

Services include Multifuel log burning stove (1st supply provided), Thermostatic electric panel heating all year, double glazing. Bedding, bed linen, duvets, bath robes and fluffy white bath sheets are provided. Parking for one car on drive (note - no access to the garage for guests unless by arrangement if needed to store bikes/canoe). Electric cooker with ceramic hob. Washing machine, dishwasher, under counter fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave. Televisions (SMART TV in living room and both bedrooms), Digital TV, DVD player (with selected DVD's), CD player/radio, WIFI, hair-dryer. Enclosed garden with furniture. Selection of toys and games, high chair & travel cot. Welcome pack on arrival. Multiple pets welcome, no smoking.
Please note that Admiral Cottage is a traditional cottage with many original features which include a steep staircase to master suite and lower than usual height internal doors. The room heights are not reduced just doorways. There is also one step between rooms on the ground floor - Porch to lounge, lounge to kitchen and lounge to twin bedroom. The cottage is therefore not suitable for guests with restricted mobility, for any further information or to discuss further please call.

Winterton on Sea is ideally placed to explore the Norfolk coastline with its quiet sandy beaches, picturesque villages, bird sanctuaries and nature reserves. Nature lovers will find the Norfolk Broads a great attraction, as will walkers and cyclists. Above all, Winterton provides an opportunity to get away from it all as its beaches and tranquillity are what make it so special. Compass Cottage lies in the heart of the village and is nearby the local pub, The Fisherman’s Return, a 300 year old establishment offering local ales, good food and facilities for families, including a large safe garden. Historic Norwich lies 20 miles to the West with its fine cathedral, ancient cobbled streets and great shops. Only 25 miles north is the North Norfolk Coast and the well known towns of Cromer, Sheringham and Wells next the Sea and ten miles south lies Great Yarmouth for family entertainment, amusements and all that is traditional for a lively English seaside resort.

Property manager

Miss Samantha White

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Multiple pets are welcome at no extra charge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes?

The closest beach to Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes is Great Yarmouth Beach (13.6 km).

Does Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes?

No, Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Admiral Cottage, Cosy Thatched Cottage Close To Sea & Sand Dunes Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 185 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Cottage
This is my second stay at Admiral Cottage. Stayed with my son and two dog Niya and Cooper. Niya been before. She couldn't wait to get into the cottage. Lovely garden for dogs too. Great layout. Comfortable beds. Spacious bathroom. Lovely kitchen and lounge. Had new carpet since our last stay which is great. Warm cosy and comfortable. Enjoyed the wood burner too. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Lovely well maintained property. Well located within the village. Close to shops and restaurant.no need for a car everything within walking distance Beach and dunes minutes walk away
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

The T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage.
We had a week at Admiral cottage. First thing that struck us was how clean the cottage was. Thank you for the welcome goodies we both enjoyed them. We did live downstairs and did not bother with upstairs purely down to the stairs. We were very comfortable, beds are very comfy. Downstairs bathroom is a good size, shower is excellent. Kitchen well stocked with all equipment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Great little cottage perfectly positioned in the village for everything you need......loads of character very clean and toasty warm.Stairs are a bit of a challenge after a few drinks so would recommend younger guest's sleep upstairs or guests that dont drink as much as me lol.We spent Christmas there and when we arrived there was a tree up and decorations which was a lovely surprise Only criticism i have is not with the cottage but the pub it backs onto.....7th time in winterton and the fisherman's prices have gone through the roof....probably because they are the only pub in the village and can charge what they want....which will backfire on them eventually as we only used it twice in 7 days just because of the prices. Didn't stop us having an amazing holiday though in a superb cottage in a fantastic village
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Smith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Great cottage. Really useful having two bathrooms. Stairs are steep and winding but soon got used to them. Good location in the village with beach, shop, cafe, chip shop and very good pub all just a couple of minutes walk away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chuck R.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was alright
Cosy and warm. Well equipped. Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Diane C.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANN E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog walking holiday
Restful week in a cosy cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arran S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn break
Had a lovely week,great cottage in beautiful village.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday by the sea!
We had a wonderful week at Admiral Cottage with our 2 spaniels, Clover & Ivy. Comfortable throughout, and has everything you might need. Cosy living room, comfy beds and an enormous bath! The garden is secure, which is brilliant for anyone with dogs or children. Such a lovely location. Really close to the beautiful beach and dunes… Perfect for humans and dogs to enjoy and explore. We absolutely fell in love with the village and the area. Local pub has good food and is completely dog friendly, as are the staff. Gorgeous tea room which doubles as the post office, called Poppy's after the owners’ dog who is a big, gentle, fluffy fixture… Again completely dog friendly, including dog snacks on the menu… Our furry babies enjoyed their sausages very much. Great cafe at the beach too. There's a stunning and really atmospheric church ruin (St Mary's) hidden in the woods, which you can walk to, about 3 - 3.5 miles there and back - It even has its own spooky witch legend! We cannot wait to come back, and would very happily stay at Admiral Cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and accommodation.
We had a great 3 night stay with 2 children and 2 adults. As others have said, the upstairs rm is really only accessible for older children (5/6 +) & adults due to v v steep stairway. Bed upstairs was super comfy, twin beds a little on the hard side for us. Note that only 13 tog duvets were available if this is likely to be a problem. Tbf, we didn't ask for thinner ones as only had 3 nights and were really comfortable with what we had. Very cosy in top room! We used online delivery from Tesco's but village shop is also really well stocked for essentials (needed washing up liquid and washing powder). Pub at rear of property serving great food, but gets v busy around 6 - 8pm. No noise from pub could be heard come late evening. The cottage had everythjng we needed to cook and welcome package was a lovely treat, thank you! Only not given 5 stars as we had to give cookware/kettle/coffee machine/mugs/outdoor furniture a thorough clean on arrival - guess not necessarily used much? Most items that you would put through a dishwasher were clean and all other areas in the cottage were thoroughly clean, with towels and toilet roll being provided. Walk to the beach is 10mins, which was perfect and we felt thoroughly spoilt to have this spot on our doorstep, inc a really well served café too. (Cafe = Gf bacon rolls available, but other allergies may struggle). We hope to return at some point and explore more!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog friendly seaside stay
Pretty cottage in the centre of a dog friendly village, short walk to the lovely sandy beach and next-door to the pub. Worked very well for 3 adults and 2 dogs, we were very lucky with great weather so the garden became an extra room which was extremely helpful for us and secure for the dogs. Clean and as described on the listing, only issue was that the microwave didn't work.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Watch your head
Lovely little cottage which is located well for the pub, beach and shop. Cozey with everything you need to enjoy your stay. As stated stairs are very steep and the door into the cottage is very low so watch your head. Pub offers an excellent range of food and drinks and is dog friendly. Chip shop is also excellent. Even the weather was spot on.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little gem
A great location in a lovely village. Cosy cottage equipped with everything we needed. Having the two bathrooms ideal as the stairs very steep as described. Will definatley look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clive D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place!
Beautiful little cottage about 1 min walk to the dunes and even less to the pub! There is a lovely little garden at the back of the cottage and we enjoyed sitting out in the sunshine. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay at this lovely cottage
This is our fourth time at Admiral Cottage. We had a lovely time as always. The cottage is just perfect for the two of us our dog Albus, and is like a home from home. It's perfectly situated within a five minute walk to the dunes and onto the beach. Winterton has everything we need for a great holiday, including the pub and fish and chip shop! We can also highly recommend the beach cafe.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage. Great location.
We really enjoyed our stay at Admiral Cottage. The location is great. The Village is small and peacful, with a shop, post office, chip shop and a dog friendly pub that serves great beer and food and is only a 2 minute walk away. The cottage is literaly a 10 minute walk from the dunes and beach. The cottage was lovely. Generaly clean warm and well presented. The only minor criticism we had was that some of the crockery wasnt very clean, but soon remedied. Its worth noting that the stairs to the double room are very steep and narrow. But on the whole,a great place to stay.....
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hymus J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Admiral Cottage
This property was just very idyllic for me. Very dog friendly and central to everything I needed. I will be going back very soon
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cosy cottage
We have stayed here before and just love it! We have two labradors they love it too! It’s just a lovely cosy little place. Very steep stairs to second bedroom so be careful but both bedrooms beautifully clean as were the bathrooms. Kitchen is small but well equipped and small enclosed garden is very pretty. The porch is great for wet clothes boots etc. Only slight criticism is that the living room smelled very doggy when we arrived but we sprayed air fresheners and opened the doors and it was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Admiral cottage
Lovely cottage and walks along the beach and dunes. Everything you need in one place. Only one negative thing. The hot water needs to be hotter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
What a fabulous little cottage - with everything you could want. It was spotlessly clean and the welcome pack was a lovely touch. Great showers and comfy beds. The pub at the back was friendly and served great food. Seeing the seals on the beach was the icing on the cake. Winterton-on-sea is a pretty little village and we hope to return. Couldn’t have wished for a better place for dog-owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A much needed break
We really needed a fully relaxing break. We've had builders in at home and just needed to sit back and relax. Admirals Cottage was warm, comfortable and a great location in Winterton. Having a parking space is a boon. The rear garden is secure with good lighting in these dark nights. The beds and pillows are very comfortable. Great to have dressing gowns and the shower is first class. The log burner was brilliant. The cottage was warm and toasty. Even more so with the log burner. A metal ashes bucket might be handy to have. Lovely welcome pack. Winterton is well placed to visit the Broads. The pub is brilliant, great staff and fab food. The locals are welcoming and very dog friendly. Thanks for a great rest. It was everything we needed and our dogs were so relaxed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cath W.

Liked: Cleanliness
5/5 Excellent
Admiral's Cottage is warm, comfortable, spotless and in a fantastic location for Winterton beach. We've stayed there several times. It's got everything you need, plus you're - literally - round the corner from a great pub (Fisherman's Return) and under five minutes' walk from the sea. Great welcome pack, helpful host. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
This is my second visit to this gorgeous cottage and I've already booked another stay for next year. That probably says it all. I've had a lovely time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023