Guests say
Gulls Nest is highly praised for its superb location, ideal for walking and exploring the North Norfolk coast. Guests appreciate the comfortable, clean, and well-equipped accommodation. The proximity to local attractions, including seal boat trips and coastal walks, adds to the charm. The peaceful setting and thoughtful touches by the owner contribute to a restful and enjoyable holiday experience.
The cottage is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests are very satisfied with.
The location is frequently highlighted as superb, with easy access to walking routes, birdwatching, coastal villages, and seal boat trips, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests find the cottage comfortable and restful, suggesting that it provides a cosy and relaxing environment for a holiday.
Reviews mention that the cottage is well-equipped and maintained, with everything needed for self-catering, indicating that the facilities meet guests' needs effectively.
While guests mention a caring owner and thoughtful touches, there are no specific references to gifts, so it is not possible to score this category. However, it is clear that the owner's thoughtfulness enhances the guest experience.
About this property
Be sure to bring your walking boots - excellent walking available from the doorstep. Explore the Norfolk coastline or take a boat trip to see the seals, or simply relax and recharge, Gulls Nest will deliver a great holiday.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Economy 7 heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Just a short stroll from Morston Quay (National Trust), this traditional single-storey home has a private fenced courtyard garden with seating furniture. Nestled alongside the coast road in the centre of Morston village across the way from a Michelin-starred restaurant, and a few minutes’ stroll to the quay and village pub. Daily boat trips are available to visit the basking seal colony and Blakeney Point (National Trust). The nearest convenience store is just a mile down the road in Blakeney, along with several coffee shops and pubs.
If it’s an ideal day at the beach you’re after, Wells-next-the-Sea is highly recommended. Just 6½ miles away, Wells’ beach features colourful beach huts, beautiful golden sands and even a little train to transport you from the car park to the beach. Alternatively, Holkham’s vast sandy beach is just 9 miles away. A few minutes’ drive are the beautiful coastal villages of Blakeney and Cley-next-the-Sea. The more energetic may wish to tackle the coastal walk, which follows the seashore. There is easy access to the nearby salt marshes, home to rspb wildlife sanctuaries.
The historic town of Holt, 7 miles, offers a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, cafés and weekly markets, and Holt Lowes is an area renowned for wildlife, designated as both a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and Special Area of Conservation. Also worth a visit is Holt Country Park with its wealth of bird life. The region has several stately homes, such as the National Trust Blickling and Felbrigg Halls, Holkham Hall and the Royal Sandringham Estate. Other places of interest include the Walsingham Shrine and Priory ruins. Sheringham offers golf and is home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash aqua pool, and a promenade. The city of Norwich, 29 miles, is excellent for shopping, restaurants, a cathedral, theatre, pubs, cinema and markets. Windsurfing, dinghy launching, sailing and boat trips are all available locally. Shop 2 miles, pub 100 yards and restaurant 45 yards.
Free WiFi
Small dog/s only allowed.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
- West Runton Beach
- Holkham Hall
- Seaview Beach Cafe
- Cromer Pier
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
A very clean, comfortable and well equipped cottage in a quiet location very close to Morston quay seal trips and a half hour walk to coffee shops/bakery/Spar in Blakeney. Had a nice Sunday lunch in the village pub. Would not hesitate to book again.
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Chris Morris
Gulls Nest is an excellent holiday cottage. It is comfortable and clean and contains everything you need. The location is superb for walking, birdwatching and exploring the North Norfolk coast. I cannot reci this cottage highly enough.
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Mandy
A relaxing week. Enjoyed lots of lovely walks along the beautiful coastline. The cottage was a good base for exploring the North Norfolk coast.