Fern Lea

About this property

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just 1 mile from the beach, this attractive cottage is the perfect base for families looking for a relaxing holiday. Sandwiched between Norfolk’s sandy beaches and picturesque countryside, this is the ideal location to enjoy both a seaside and rural getaway. With exposed stone walls and cosy nooks meeting a cool, contemporary styling, this two-storey property offers all the comforts you need to sit back and enjoy your Norfolk break.

Walk into a bright and welcoming downstairs lounge with a plush sofa, Smart TV, wooden chest table and wood burner. Move through to the bright kitchen/diner. The kitchen has all you need to make meal preparation a cinch. Completing this space, up a step, is an additional snug area that overlooks the garden; here, you can relax in front of a Smart TV while dinner is in the oven. Upstairs are a contemporary shower room and two beautiful bedrooms: a king-size with an en-suite shower room and a spacious twin decorated for children. Step outside to enjoy a delightful, landscaped garden that offers plenty of space and peace for guests to relax. Fire up the BBQ, dine alfresco and unwind on the garden furniture, enjoying the fresh Norfolk air.

The village of Brancaster offers a choice of handy local shops, pubs and restaurants selling freshly caught seafood and an expansive sandy beach (1 mile) perfect for walks, sandcastle competitions or water sports. You can access the Norfolk Coast Path from Brancaster with a lovely 4-mile walk taking you through freshwater and saltwater habitats to the picturesque village of Burnham Overy Staithe. The surrounding area has plenty of family adventures to discover, including Scolt Head Island National Nature Reserve (2.5 miles) for memorable, scenic walks or Blakeney (16 miles) to take a boat trip to see the seal colonies. Delve into history at the Palladian Holkham Hall (9 miles) and then relax with a picnic on Holkham Beach.

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