Hollyhedge Cottage
ID: S2408
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Hollyhedge Cottage is a well-equipped, cosy property with a beautiful garden, ideal for dog owners and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Its location is convenient for exploring North Norfolk, and the cottage's character and comfort have been appreciated by many guests. While some have noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the majority reflect positively on their stay.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, contributing to a comfortable stay. However, there were a few reports of inadequate cleaning, such as a full hoover, crumbs, and personal items left behind by previous guests. These instances seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The cottage is praised for its quiet village setting and proximity to North Norfolk's attractions. Guests enjoyed the local amenities and found it an ideal base for exploring the coast and countryside. The location contributed positively to the overall experience.
Many guests found the cottage cosy and comfortable, with a lovely garden and summer house. However, taller guests mentioned discomfort with low ceilings and the bed size, and some found the stairs steep. Comfort levels were generally high, with a few specific concerns.
The property is well-stocked with kitchenware and offers a secure garden. Some guests highlighted issues with dated appliances, steep stairs, and a need for maintenance, such as fixing the shower holder. Overall, facilities met guests' needs but could benefit from updates.
While many guests appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and garden, there were no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the host. Therefore, it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness based on the reviews provided.
About this property
Centrally located in the rural Norfolk village of Briston is Hollyhedge Cottage, a charming, detached 17th century cottage. This cottage offers traditional accommodation, with an inviting living/dining room, featuring low original oak ceiling beams and a large fireplace with open fire, perfect for snuggling up in front of with a glass of wine in hand. Also, on the ground floor is a well-equipped kitchen with brick floor, a delightful single bedroom and family bathroom, ideal for freshening up at the end of an adventure filled day. Steep stairs lead you up to two further well-presented bedrooms, a double and a twin. Outside is an attractive enclosed garden offering two seating areas and a summerhouse, making this ideal for enjoying the Norfolk sunshine while reading a book or enjoying a family barbecue. The village of Briston boasts good local amenities, with a bakery, butcher's, village store, Post Office and two pubs. This area of Norfolk offers a wide selection of attractions including quaint coastal villages and towns. Just 4 miles from Briston is the delightful Georgian market town of Holt with independent shops and good eateries. Just a little further from this cottage, explore the picturesque North Norfolk coastal road, where you can enjoy boat trips to see the seals at Blakeney Point, go crabbing on the harbour at Wells-next-the-Sea or take the steam train from Holt to Sheringham. Spend a day visiting the National Trust houses Blickling Hall and Felbrigg Hall, or one of the area's RSPB sites or wildlife centres. Hollyhedge Cottage is an ideal escape with something for everyone at any time of the year.
Situated in North Norfolk and with an excellent local store, village post office, good bakery and superb butcher's shop is the village of Briston. This vibrant little town is also home to two pubs, a playing field and a large village green and is located in a wonderfully central position making it a good base from which to explore the surrounding area. With the historic Georgian market town of Holt close by offering tempting tea-rooms and enjoyable shops, and Blakeney coastal nature reserve with its fantastic bird spotting opportunities just a 15 minute drive away, this wonderful village is within easy reach of all the region's main attractions. Visitors can also enjoy seal spotting boat trips around the coast, a day exploring some of the many historic towns in the area or a day at the seaside resort of Sheringham, making this a fun and varied spot for a holiday.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double (does not have a bedroom door), 1 x twin (accessed via double bedroom), 1 x ground-floor single.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with open fire
Electric panel heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car , please note when parked you can only exit the car from one side.
Private enclosed garden with furniture and barbecue.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: No stag/hen parties or similar.
Note: Steep cottage stairs.
Due to the style of this property it may not be suitable for customers with reduced mobility.
Note: Property sleeps a maximum of 4 guests.
Note: Please bring your own towels.
Please note - EV charging is not permitted at the property.
Please note: This property does not accept check ins on a Sunday
Nearby points of interest
- West Runton Beach
- Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
- Seaview Beach Cafe
- Cromer Pier
- Holkham Hall
Reviews (42)
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John
The owners had thought of our every need (when we arrived the fire was all stacked up, we just had to light it). Highly recommend!
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Neil
All was as advertised. We enjoyed our time there. A couple of things we think you might be interested in hearing, that would improve the stay for future guests. 1. There was a lot of dog hair on the carpets. We do understand that with pet friendly places this can happen, but a good pet hair vacuum can pick it up. 2. A newer TV, perhaps a smart TV that works through the WiFi. They come with access to all the apps these days. 3. The shower-headâs nozzles were a little blocked. 4. Socks on the stairs were a little tricky, maybe some carpet on them? I donât really know of a solution, and I didnât bring slippers with me which would have helped. 5. The information you left took us awhile to find. Could you leave it ready on the coffee table or dining room table? Thanks so much!! N&K
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Susan
September was chilly and the radiator in the second upstairs bedroom did not work. Otherwise excellent holiday and Sue the owner was most helpful. Many thank.