Driftwood House
ID: S1332864
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 5
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Driftwood House in Sheringham is a spacious and comfortable cottage, praised for its excellent location close to the sea, shops, and transport links. Guests appreciate the homely feel, well-equipped kitchen, lovely garden, and inviting conservatory. The property is generally warm and welcoming, with comfortable beds and attractive décor. While some guests noted areas for improvement such as cleaning, minor maintenance, and the lack of wardrobes or blackout curtains, the overall experience is very positive, making it a popular choice for returning visitors.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, but several reviews mention the need for a deeper clean, with specific references to dust, rubbish left behind, and tired kitchen utensils. The majority of feedback is positive, but recurring comments about cleanliness and maintenance lower the score.
The location is consistently praised as excellent, with easy access to the beach, high street, shops, cafes, and public transport. Some mention parking can be challenging at times, but this does not detract significantly from the overall positive impression.
Guests frequently highlight the comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and cosy atmosphere. The house is described as warm and homely, with pleasant décor and a relaxing garden. Minor suggestions for improvement include blackout curtains and more wardrobe space.
The cottage is well equipped, with a good kitchen, bath, stove, and conservatory. Some guests noted dated areas, tired utensils, and minor maintenance issues (e.g., shower cubicle, WiFi, and TV). Overall, facilities are appreciated but could benefit from updates and small repairs.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or special touches such as milk or treats on arrival, and one review specifically notes the absence of these. While the house is described as homely and well-loved, guests should note that gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Perfectly placed for the beautiful beach and a host of great places to eat, drink and shop..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Playstation 3, Games, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: TV, Amazon Firestick
Conservatory: French Doors Leading To Garden
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Rear enclosed lawned garden with patio, barbecue and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking.. In a quiet side street just footsteps from the gorgeous beach and pretty town centre, Driftwood House has everything needed for a lovely seaside stay. Boasting a new kitchen area, new first floor bathroom, three bedrooms, two living areas (one with a log burner), a conservatory and a lovely private garden, there is much to love about this spacious property. Sheringham is highly sought-after and offers lots of unique places to shop, eat and drink which are all easily accessible by foot. It also boasts a wide sand and shingle beach and is home to the beautiful 1,000-acre Sheringham Park and the nostalgic North Norfolk Railway.
The town itself hosts many events throughout the year including the Viking festival, beer festival, 40s weekend and Sheringham carnival week. Being on a main railway line, you can hop aboard and travel to Cromer, Wroxham and Norwich. If you can tear yourself away from this lovely town you can go east or west to discover salt and clay marshes, pretty beaches, rolling sand dunes and picturesque quays. Head to Blakeney and partake in a spot of crabbing or take a seasonal boat trip to see the seals.
Travel a little further and discover Wells-next-the-Sea which offers a host of instant-opportunities, including painted beach huts and a much-photographed quay. History buffs will enjoy trips to the numerous local museums, the Sandringham, Holkham, Blickling and Felbrigg Estates and the Muckleburgh and Thursford Collections. Families can enjoy a host of traditional seaside attractions, Amazonia Zoo and Bewilderwood. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a round at one of the many stunning Links courses.
The gateway to the Norfolk Broads is 45 minutes away by car or just over half an hour by train. Here, you can charter your own day launch or join a tour and explore these magnificent waterways. If that gives you a taste for wildlife, head to Pensthorpe Nature Reserve or rspb Cley Marshes, which are also within easy reach. There are many great places to eat locally, something of a must after all that sea air which really does make you hungry. Then you can return to Driftwood House to relax and have a great night’s sleep…
Free WiFi
There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- West Runton Beach
- Seaview Beach Cafe
- Cromer Pier
Reviews (17)
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Maddie
We had a lovely stay in Driftwood House. It was very comfortable, spotlessly clean and had plenty of kitchen equipment. We couldn't use the conservatory as it was unbearably hot, but it wasn't a problem as it was warm enough to sit in the garden. The only improvement would be wardrobes in the main bedrooms. Most evenings when we returned home, we were able to park outside the house - there was only one occasion when we had to park in a neighbouring road. The location is very quiet, even with the trains running past the bottom of the garden, and it's only a few minutes walk to lots of shops, cafes, the beach and the train station.
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Catherine Andrews
We love Driftwood House we have already booked for next year, However we have booked this for the last 3 years and note there was little in the way of cleaning equipment, could do with a few more. Only gripe is the WiFi there was none available throughout the week the same as last year. We are not ones who are literally stuck to our phones but at times this is needed. The games TV also seems a waste of time. Still must like it as we have booked again
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Dr T J S Sykes
Driftwood House is a lovely house and garden in the center of Sheringham within easy walking distance of the coast. There are good pubs and places to eat, favourites were Guac&Mole and the Salt Cafe, both on the promenade. Some reviews mentioned car parking being an issue which it was not, we could park outside or very nearby.