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Pretty flint cottage in tranquil setting close to coast and Walsingham shrines

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Poppy Cottage
Garden
Master bedroom
Front room
Kitchen with Victorian stove feature

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Great Walsingham, ENG
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Holkham Hall
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Marham (KNF-RAF Marham)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pretty flint cottage in tranquil setting close to coast and Walsingham shrines

POPPY COTTAGE is a newly-renovated terraced flint cottage with one double bedroom and one twin bedroom. There is a well-equipped kitchen, shower room, cosy front-room and porch/sunroom. Character features include an old water pump outside and Victorian stove (unused!). The lovely courtyard garden is secure and comes complete with an old apple tree. Bikes can be stored in a secure shed. Bedding and towels are provided, and there is Wifi. For children, there is a high chair, travel cot, toys and buckets/spades. Children will love the steam-powered Wells to Walsingham Light Railway! A short stroll through the peaceful village and across a ford will lead to Great Walsingham Barns (art centre and tearoom). On the way, you can see historic Berry Hall, where Henry VIII is said to have first met Anne Boleyn. Little Walsingham is within walking distance, where the shrines and abbey are located. There is also a farm shop, very good pubs and tearooms. Further afield, Wells-next-the-Sea is 10 minutes drive away (traditional seaside town with supermarket and petrol station) and Holkham Beach is nearby. This stunning beach has pine forests, sand dunes and is popular with bird watchers. There are many family attractions within driving distance (search for North Norfolk tourism online). Poppy Cottage is a lovely place for a break from the fast pace of life as it's so peaceful, but conveniently located. Please note this is an old Victorian farmworkers' cottage, and as such, the stairs are a quite steep. This is a dog-free property and so may be of interest to allergy sufferers.

Property manager

Chloe Ewen

Languages

English
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Kitchen
Outdoor space
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Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Walsingham

Located in Walsingham, this cottage is in a rural area. The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham and St Mary's Priory are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Coast and Blakeney National Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Natural Surroundings. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Great Walsingham, ENG

What's nearby

  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Holkham Bay - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Holkham Hall - 17 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Sheringham Station - 23 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry IV Fakenham - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bowling Green Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Fleece - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bang in Wells - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pretty flint cottage in tranquil setting close to coast and Walsingham shrines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pretty flint cottage in tranquil setting close to coast and Walsingham shrines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty flint cottage in tranquil setting close to coast and Walsingham shrines?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pretty flint cottage in tranquil setting close to coast and Walsingham shrines located?

This family-friendly Walsingham cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham and Norfolk Coast. Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Wells-next-the-Sea Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Lovely New Year break in comfortable cosy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Great property within easy reach of lots of things to do. We visited with our 3 and 5 year old and was well set up. Owner was friendly and helpful with all the information we needed. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Accommodation was clean and comfortable. Great location for exploring North Norfolk.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in pretty location

We enjoyed our stay. Cottage was well provisioned and located. Stone walls kept us cool in the heat and but low ceilings caught me out a few times! There was plenty of hot water when needed. A great base for exploring from.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage in quiet rural location

Thanks. Really enjoyed our stay here. It is very quiet but not far from Wells and many other places of interest. It is great that you can easily walk into the village and to the coffee shop at Great Walsingham barns. World highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

L J B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cottage and location

The cottage and location was wonderfully peaceful and quiet. A perfect location to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage in lovely location

Poppy Cottage had everything we needed for our short stay. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils, crockery etc. the location was ideal for exploring North Norfolk and it was lovely to wake to the sound of birdsong and no traffic noise!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H., Basingstoke, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in a lovely cottage

The cottage is situated in a lovely spot, suoer quiet and yet within a short distance to skme beautiful local sights, Walsingham Abbey being a main draw, and the little tea rooms next to it. The property was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. The hosts were great at communication and we look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at Chloe's cottage, it has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The cottage is well situated for enjoying the beautiful beaches and villages of North Norfolk. Chloe is a perfect host and we hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

Great location.

The house is in a fantastic location: very quiet but within a few minutes walk of the shops, restaurants etc. in Walsingham. The house is pretty and comfortable. We had a lovely stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage.

Clean and comfortable. Well provided for. Granddaughter loved Poppy Cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty little cottage.

Throughly enjoyed our stay at Poppy Cottage. The cottage was warm and cosy and well kitted out with everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Even had a little robin to greet us every morning! The countryside around is beautiful and I took advantage of this by taking lots of walks around Great and Little Walsingham. So near to the coast too. I certainly will be booking this cottage again. Thank you to the owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jayne P.

A little gem! Ideal location for touring the area

A really lovely well equipped cottage. The owners have thought of everything! It's tastefully decorated. Comfy beds. Peaceful location but a short drive brings you lots of great places to visit. Would not hesitate to recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Totally comfortable once we we able to control the temperatures ourselves. Prior to that they were remotely controlled.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pawel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage in Beautiful North Norfolk

My wife and I stayed at the cottage with our 8 week old son and we had an absolutely wonderful stay. The cottage is very well equipped, clean and very homely and cosy. We were very comfortable here and the travel cot was certainly ideal for our baby. Chloe was very helpful and easy to contact. The joys of the North Norfolk coast are a short drive away and beautiful and historic Little Walsingham is a short walk away. This cottage helped to give us a special memory of our first holiday with our baby :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise E., St Albans

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

We fell instantly in love with Poppy Cottage. Going during a cold spell it was delightfully cosy and warm. The property was very well equipped. Instruction before we arrived and in the cottage were very clear. The location is just charming and central for visiting the area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of heaven in Norfolk

This property was in a wonderful location for our purposes, namely, to do a short pilgrimage to Our Lady of Walsingham. We walked nearly everywhere except for a couple of dinners which weren't within easy walking distance. The home was quaint, very clean, and comfortable. The host gave good recommendations for touring locally, which we appreciated. This was our first time in the English countryside and it was absolutely stunning, plus the local folks we met were all very friendly. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Poppy cottage

Everything was really nice. One thing perhaps a warning as to how steep the stairs are. The lower hand rail section is a bit loose just needs the screws tightened up. Very well equipped and decorated. Area handy for inland and coastal exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W., Suffolk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A short break for walking and relaxation

A lovely property, clean, comfortable and all you need for a peaceful stay away from home. Lovely to have an outside area to sit with a morning coffee or evening drink. Communication with/from owner was excellent. Only slight drawback - which can't be helped in the rural location - is narrow road with no pavement walk into Walsingham centre, so take your wine/gin with you for the evening 😄
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Lovely cottage. Very clean and well equipped. Beds and sofas very comfortable. The stairs are very steep do it was a little concerning with regards to the 3 year old falling down them when she woke first in the morning but the bathroom door actually opens perfectly onto the stairs and wedged nicely with a door wedge so served as a door to keep her safe. Really good size porch at the back of the house which was great for changing out of sandy shoes and storing cases etc. The owners provide a lovely collection of young childrens reading books, dvds and a really good collection of games, toys and puzzles so you can limit the amount you take with you (we didn't). The kite was a big hit. Our 5 year old proudly flew it on the beach. Village not really close to any beach but some lovely sandy beaches within 20 to 30 minutes in the car. A lovely stay all round.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen M.

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Great trip

Lovely cottage in a quiet area. Plenty to do within easy reach Past review said stairs were steep but my wife has had two hip replacements managed OK. No problems. Tea room and bookshop by the pump in Walsingham worth a visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed A.

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Half term holiday

Another great stay in this nice little cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy country cottage

A lovely 3 night stay in a clean, well appointed cottage. We arrived after dark and the images and map sent to us beforehand helped us find it. There was a light on and heating was on so it felt very welcoming. Well located to explore North Norfolk and good recommendations from the hosts. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little gem

Lovely clean cottage with everything you could need. Walking and biking straight from the front door. Lovely little hideaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Norfolk break

Nice quiet locarion
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Chloe Ewen

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We love our family cottage and have been enjoying happy holidays here since the late 1970s, when the cottage was bought by our Grandparents. Now lovingly refurbished for guests, whilst keeping the character features.

Why they chose this property

It's clean, cosy, well-equipped and being slightly further from Wells-next-the-Sea (4 miles) it won't break the bank. Lovely secure cottage garden.

What makes this property unique

A happy atmosphere pervades our cottage, and we have repeat guests who enjoy the peaceful and beautiful traditional Norfolk village.

Languages:

English