About this property
Santa Monica is a spacious chalet for two people, offering versatile accommodation in the Marrams. Formerly a fisherman's cabin, the property has been charmingly renovated with original and rustic décor.
You can step out of this converted fisherman's hut and up and over the dunes directly onto the beach, a fabulous location for a seaside break. The accommodation is characterful and comfortable, and can be used as a base for beach walks, cycling, exploring the coast further along and the Norfolk Broads.
Size: Sleeps up to 2, 2 bedrooms
Nearest beach: Less than 0.1 miles
Nearest amenities: Less than 0.5 miles
Pets: 2 dogs allowed
Smoking: Not allowed at this property
Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 living room, 1 dining room, 1 kitchen, 1 inner hall with shower cubicle
Beds: 1 single day bed, 1 double bed
Luxuries: TV, CD hi-fi, DVD player, WiFi
General: O.F.C.H.
Utilities: Gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge with ice box
Standard: Kettle, toaster, iron
Other: Linen and towels provided, also books and games.
Outdoors: Verandah with bench seating, table and washing up area and enclosed garden area to front with marram-type grass and Norfolk reed, decked area to side of property, rear steep access to dunes
Parking: Private parking for 1 car . Charging point for electric vehicle, standard type 2 socket is available on request. Mobile signal - variable
Good Housekeeping Deposit: Please note that a refundable deposit of £150 is required for this property
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Norfolk Broads
Reviews (59)
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Mr Kemp
Great,
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Mrs Webb
Santa Monica is a quirky, yet charming property. It has direct access to the dunes and beach by a steep path at the back of the cottage but if you are able, the view of the beach is worth the scramble. If you don't feel up to that there is access very close by via a boardwalk. The property is on one level and has been imaginatively designed. The king-size bed is comfortable, great for a good night's rest after being out all day. The great hall has two comfortable sofas and although darker than the rest of the property the owner has created pools of light using lamps, uplights and down lightning, which makes the room feel cosy. The Wi-Fi was good but 'phone reception can be intermittent, which wasn't a problem for us. The dining area has French doors opening onto the garden and a lovely seating area wrapped around a large wooden table. Again, there are pools of lighting making a cosy feel in the evening, plus lots of natural light in the daytime via a light tunnel and the portholes. The bathroom has a glass ceiling so you can soak and look at the star in the claw footed bathtub. The shower between the bathroom and kitchen also has a glass ceiling for more daydreaming. There is plenty of hot water, the cottage is warm and has great green credentials. The kitchen is in keeping with the Boho beach life vibe, it is well equipped with views of the marram grasses and dunes. There is a large verandah which would be great in the summer evenings as it faces the sunset. We visited in February and did manage to sit outside for a morning in the sunshine. There is also an outside kitchen area for alfresco evenings. The village is a ten minute walk away with a café, bistro, pub and amusements. The Rock Beach Bistro serves wonderful food, is dog friendly and you feel very welcome. The beach is dog friendly all year around, although there is a restricted area near the lifeboat station in high season. Sea Palling is a small but lovely village close to Stalham where there is a medium sized supermarket, plus independent stores. The Swan Inn at Stalham serves good food and is dog friendly. Santa Monica is close to Horsey Gap where you can see seals and is also on the edge of the broads. The Nelsons Head at Horsey is worth a visit, good ales and home cooked food, dogs are also welcome here. If you are looking for a chilled holiday in a place with character Santa Monica will give you that. We were very sad to leave as Santa Monica was a little haven next to a little slice of heaven.
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Miss Mosley
Clean, convenient and comfortable. Great base to explore the area and close location to beach/sea a bonus. Good for dog lovers -dog friendly garden and pub (Nelson’s Head at Horsey). Can even hire a boat on the broads that takes dogs!