Brig Square Holiday Cottages, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Brig Square Holiday Cottages

Hidden away in a tranquil corner of the town, Brig Square Holiday Cottages offer a unique blend of coastal charm, historic character and modern comfort. Just moments from the bustling harbour, waterfront and local shops, these beautifully restored cottages provide an ideal base for exploring the area.

Dating back over 300 years, each cottage has its own distinctive personality, with original features reflecting the town’s rich seafaring heritage. From cosy period details to harbour and marshland views in selected cottages, every property has been carefully furnished to create a warm and welcoming retreat where guests can relax and experience the authentic character of this historic fishing town.

Porthole Cottage – Sleeps 7

Porthole Cottage is a three-storey holiday home that combines historic character with modern comforts. The ground floor features a spacious beamed lounge with an inglenook fireplace, exposed 17th-century wattle-and-daub detailing, a dining area for six, a fully equipped modern kitchen, cloakroom and a private south-facing garden.

Upstairs, the master king-size bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room and views across the marshes, while a second double bedroom and family bathroom complete the first floor. The attic bedroom offers three single beds and enjoys panoramic views of the harbour, marshes and lifeboat house.

Pirates Cottage – Sleeps 5

Pirates Cottage is another charming three-storey property, blending traditional character with modern convenience. The ground floor includes an oak-beamed lounge with a brick-and-flint fireplace, a distinctive rowing oar stair rail, comfortable seating, a dining area for four, a cloakroom and a well-equipped kitchen leading to a private south-facing garden with patio furniture.

On the first floor, the main double bedroom overlooks the square and is complemented by a contemporary shower room. The attic bedroom provides three full-size single beds and enjoys views across the harbour and surrounding marshes.

Compass Cottage – Sleeps 5

Compass Cottage offers a delightful blend of comfort and character. The cosy ground floor features a beamed lounge with a traditional fireplace, a dining area for five guests, a convenient cloakroom and a fully equipped kitchen opening onto a private south-facing garden with outdoor seating, bicycle storage and space for drying equipment.

Upstairs, the cottage provides a peaceful double bedroom overlooking the garden, a family bathroom and a spacious attic bedroom with three single beds. From the upper floors, guests can enjoy far-reaching views across the marshes, the lifeboat station and the sea beyond.

Bosuns Retreat – Sleeps 2

Bosuns Retreat is a stylish and well-appointed ground-floor apartment, ideal for couples seeking a relaxing coastal escape. The open-plan accommodation combines a modern, fully equipped kitchen with a bright and comfortable living and dining area, featuring a bay window, cosy seating and dining space for two.

The spacious bedroom offers a king-size bed and ample storage, while the contemporary bathroom includes a shower and skylight, allowing plenty of natural light. Outside, guests can enjoy a charming private courtyard with seating, perfect for morning coffee or evening drinks. The apartment also benefits from private parking for one car.

Visiting the Area

Wells-next-the-Sea is one of North Norfolk’s most popular coastal destinations, offering something for visitors of all ages. Guests can stroll along the picturesque quay, watch the fishing boats come and go, or take the scenic walk to the famous sandy beach, backed by colourful beach huts and fragrant pine woods.

Nature enthusiasts can explore the stunning salt marshes and coastal paths, while families can enjoy crabbing on the harbour wall, mini-golf and seasonal boat trips. Nearby attractions include the historic villages of Burnham Market and Blakeney, where boat trips provide opportunities to see the resident seal colonies, as well as the magnificent Holkham Hall with its expansive parkland, cycling trails and nature reserve.

Whether seeking outdoor adventures, wildlife encounters or simply a relaxing seaside escape, guests will find Wells-next-the-Sea to be the perfect base for exploring the beautiful North Norfolk coast.

For more information, please visit the Brig Square Holiday Cottages website.

Rates: From £600 to £1,500 per week depending on season. Open all year.
Maximum occupancy: 7 people.
Children: Welcome.
Pets: Sorry, no pets.
Disabled facilities: Available by arrangement – please enquire for exact details.
Parking: Off-street parking available.
Wi-Fi: Internet access provided.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/norfolk/5674

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Harbour Cottage, Minehead, Exmoor, Somerset

Harbour Cottage sits at the foot of Exmoor National Park overlooking the historic harbour in Minehead, offering a peaceful coastal escape in the heart of beautiful West Somerset.

Dating back more than 300 years, the cottage retains much of its original character and charm while combining it with modern comforts to create a warm and welcoming place to stay.

Set across three floors, the cottage features a cosy living room with a traditional inglenook fireplace and a fully equipped adjoining kitchen on the ground floor.

The upper levels are home to three comfortable double bedrooms, including one ensuite room, all enjoying views across the harbour.

A spacious family bathroom includes both a bath and separate shower, along with laundry facilities for longer stays.

Outside, guests can relax in the paved seating area at the front of the property and enjoy the peaceful harbour setting.

Private parking for one car is included and a harbour permit is also provided should parking for a second vehicle be needed.

Minehead is a traditional seaside town located on the edge of Exmoor National Park and at the start of the South West Coast Path, making it ideal for coastal walks, countryside exploring and wildlife spotting.

The town offers a long sandy beach, watersports, independent shops, cafés and traditional pubs, while the cottage enjoys a peaceful position along the quieter end of the seafront within easy walking distance of the centre.

Nearby attractions include the West Somerset Railway, scenic walks up North Hill, the medieval village of Dunster and Dunster Castle, along with Porlock Weir, Watchet, wildlife parks, Exmoor safaris and family attractions including Butlin’s resort.

Rates: From £800 to £1250 per week depending on season.
Short breaks available.
Maximum of 6 people.
Children are welcome.
Pets by arrangement, please enquire.
Wi-Fi access.
Off street parking.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Somerset/18395

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Carnawn and Pops Place, Port Gaverne, Port Isaac, Cornwall

Carnawn and Pop’s Place (the annexe) are located in Port Gaverne, Cornwall, adjoining the unspoilt fishing village of Port Isaac, just a short walk up the hill to the harbour. Nestled within a scenic cove, both holiday homes enjoy stunning sea views and provide an ideal setting for a coastal escape. The nearby beach is perfect for families, offering opportunities for swimming, bodyboarding, kayaking, and exploring rock pools.

Carnawn
Carnawn is a cosy self-catering holiday home that accommodates up to six guests, making it ideal for family holidays or a relaxing retreat for couples. Upstairs, there are two en-suite bedrooms, while downstairs features a twin bedroom with a separate shower room and WC. Linen and towels are provided, although guests are asked to bring their own beach towels.

The property benefits from central heating and boasts a private patio where guests can enjoy beautiful countryside and sea views. The patio is furnished with garden furniture and includes a BBQ for outdoor dining.

Pop’s Place
Pop’s Place, the annexe, accommodates up to three guests. It includes one double en-suite bedroom and one single en-suite bedroom. Linen and towels are provided, excluding beach towels.

The accommodation also benefits from central heating and features its own private patio area with garden furniture and a BBQ, offering a peaceful space to relax outdoors.

Visiting the Area
These holiday homes provide an excellent base for exploring the surrounding unspoilt coastline. A wide range of activities are available nearby, including walking, surfing, golfing, fishing, and other water sports.

The nearby village of Port Isaac, famously featured in the TV series Doc Martin, offers a selection of pubs, restaurants, cafés, and local shops. The South West Coast Path runs alongside the properties, leading up to dramatic headlands and providing scenic walking routes, perfect for an evening stroll.

Guests can also walk down the hill to the Port Gaverne Hotel, which serves Cornish ales, locally sourced home-cooked food, and offers a welcoming atmosphere.

For more information, please visit the website.

Rates range from £650 to £1800 per week, depending on the season and property.
Maximum occupancy: 6 guests in Carnawn and 3 guests in Pop’s Place.
Children are welcome.
Pets are welcome at £30 per pet per week.
Private patios available at both properties.
Off-street parking for two cars at each property.
Wi-Fi internet access is provided.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/cornwall/15398

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Driftwood Cottage & The Old Police Station, Portsoy, Banff, Aberdeenshire

The North Eastern region of Scotland is a breathtaking area, stretching from the grandeur of the Cairngorm Mountains to the dramatic coastal edges. Visitors can choose from two charming self-catering properties in Portsoy, Aberdeenshire.

Driftwood Cottage – Sleeps 4

Driftwood Cottage offers comfortable accommodation with a spacious king-size double bedroom, shower room, lounge and kitchen all conveniently located on the ground floor. A twin room with a low ceiling and a children’s play area can be accessed via narrow and steep stairs, making it an ideal choice for couples or families with young children.

Outside, three terraces rise up the hillside, each providing increasingly impressive views. Guests can enjoy a barbecue area with ample seating and even a fish pond. At the highest point sits a ‘sitooterie’ (a wooden summerhouse), where visitors can relax while admiring the charmingly uneven rooftops of the historic conservation area and the sea stretching out on the horizon.

The Old Police Station – Sleeps 4

From the front, The Old Police Station appears quite small, but stepping inside from Church Street reveals a bright, airy and surprisingly spacious interior. This newly developed holiday home has been thoughtfully designed on a split level, making the most of its location beside the expansive Wally Green park and the footpath along the old railway line.

The property comfortably sleeps four guests, with the living area located at street level and the accommodation on the lower level. This includes a king-size double bedroom with an en suite and a twin bedroom. Outside, guests can enjoy a beautiful rockery garden set above the roofs of two sheds, along with a patio area and a solar-powered fountain.

Both cottages offer Wi-Fi access and welcome dogs.

Visiting the Area

Portsoy is a charming and welcoming small town with a strong sense of community. Despite its modest size, it offers a wide range of activities and attractions. The local community collectively manages several important amenities including the caravan park, the four-star rated Salmon Bothy Museum, the Sail Loft Bunkhouse and the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival.

The town centres around its two historic harbours dating from the seventeenth and nineteenth centuries. These picturesque areas have retained much of their character and have served as filming locations for the recent Whisky Galore remake and the latest season of Peaky Blinders. Although the fishing industry has changed over the years, the sight of the town’s two St Ayles skiffs launching from the harbour remains a familiar and traditional scene.

Portsoy also offers excellent walking opportunities along its dramatic coastline. Nearby places of interest include Findlater Castle, Sunnyside Beach and Cullen. To the east, the Coastguard’s path provides stunning views across to Troup Head. Between the cottages and the harbours, visitors will also find the Shore Inn along with a variety of excellent places to eat.

For more information, please visit the website.

Rates: From £500 to £875 depending on property and season.

Maximum of 4 people in each cottage.
Pets welcome (£10 per stay).
Children are welcome.
Off street parking at Driftwood Cottage.
On street parking at The Old Police Station.
Wi-Fi access.
EV car charging at Driftwood Cottage.

The Old Police Station Short Term Licence Number: AS00031F.
Driftwood Cottage Short Term Let Licence: AS00545F.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/aberdeenshire/17889

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The Pebbles, Baxtergate, Whitby, North Yorkshire, North York Moors National Park

The Pebbles is a charming self-catering holiday cottage set in a pretty part of Whitby. Just a short stroll from the town centre and its local amenities, the property sleeps up to four guests and is ideally located for exploring North Yorkshire and the North York Moors National Park.

About The Pebbles

This compact two-bedroom apartment offers comfortable and well-equipped accommodation. The open-plan kitchen and living area includes Freesat TV, a music docking station, comfortable leather sofas and an extendable dining table. Kitchen facilities comprise an electric cooker and hob, microwave, dishwasher, and a separate utility room with washing machine and fridge/freezer.

The master bedroom enjoys stunning views of Whitby Abbey and features a comfortable king-size bed. The second bedroom is a cosy twin room with two single beds.

The bathroom includes a bath with shower over, with Abbey views visible through a skylight window. The apartment is centrally heated throughout, with hot water available on demand.

Free Wi-Fi internet access is available for guests.

Visiting Whitby & Exploring North Yorkshire

The Pebbles is close to the harbourside and enjoys views of Whitby Abbey. It is also just a short walk from the coast, which is popular with surfers. Whitby hosts a full programme of events during the summer months and offers plenty for visitors to enjoy. From quaint cobbled streets and historic fishermen’s cottages to famous landmarks such as Whitby Abbey, there is much to see and do.

Popular attractions in the area include:

• Cleveland Way

• Captain Cook Memorial Museum

• Pannett Park

• The 199 Steps

• Whalebone Arch

For more information, please visit the website.

Rates: From £350 to £1200 per week, depending on season.
Maximum occupancy: 4 guests.
Children are welcome.
Free Wi-Fi internet access.
Pets are welcome.
Parking available nearby.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/northyorkshire/14204

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Harbour Cottage, Beadnell, Seahouses, Northumberland

Harbour Cottage is situated on the sought-after Beadnell Peninsula, enjoying a prime location with breathtaking panoramic views across both the harbour and the bay.

Accommodation

The property offers a spacious utility room complete with a washing machine, fridge/freezer and WC, leading through to a large breakfasting kitchen. The kitchen is well equipped with an additional fridge, dishwasher, oven and a dining table seating four guests. There is also a separate dining area that comfortably accommodates up to eight people, which opens into a welcoming living room featuring an open fire and television.

To the front of the cottage, guests will find a secure and private garden, perfect for barbecuing, outdoor dining, sunbathing and providing a safe space for children to play.

Upstairs, the master bedroom features a double bed, en-suite shower room and television. The second bedroom offers a king-size bed, while the third bedroom is a twin room. The family bathroom includes a shower over the bath. There is also an additional upstairs sitting room with spectacular views over the bay, complete with a sofa bed to provide extra sleeping space if required.

Visiting the Area

Beadnell is a picturesque village on the Northumberland coast, approximately 10 miles from Alnwick and 40 miles north of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Renowned as one of the most desirable holiday destinations on the Heritage Coast, Beadnell is particularly celebrated for its stunning beach, which stretches over three miles south to Newton-by-the-Sea. It is an ideal location for visitors seeking coastal charm combined with excellent accessibility.

For more information, please visit the website.

Rates: From £860 to £1995 per week, depending on the season.
Couples discount available out of peak season.
Short breaks available (minimum three nights) out of peak season.
Maximum occupancy: 6 people.
Children welcome.
Up to 2 dogs welcome (£30 per dog).
Disabled facilities by arrangement – please enquire for full details.
Wi-Fi access available.
Off-street parking provided.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Northumberland/17887

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Sealview, Whitehall Landing, Whitby, North Yorkshire

Sealview is a harbourside apartment overlooking Whitby’s picturesque marina and historic fishing port beneath the Abbey. Set within a waterfront development on the former shipyard on the banks of the River Esk, it offers outstanding views across the river and harbour, with the occasional glimpse of a seal. With a fantastic location and plenty to explore nearby, it provides an excellent base for a North Yorkshire coastal break.

Accommodation

Located on the third floor, Sealview offers everything needed for a relaxing and comfortable holiday. The apartment sleeps up to 4 guests, with space for 1 additional guest on a sofa bed or trundle bed in the second bedroom.

The accommodation includes:

Fitted kitchen/dining/lounge (with single sofa bed) offering river and harbour views, plus a fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, combination microwave, electric oven and hob, extractor, toaster, iron, Smart LED TV, DVD player, a selection of DVDs, and a CD/radio player.

Bedroom one with a king-size bed, bedside cabinets, wardrobes and a dressing table with chair, with views over the upper harbour.

Bedroom two with two single beds, bedside cabinet, wardrobes and a dressing table with chair, plus a third single trundle guest bed available.

Pillows and duvets are provided, with towels and bedding supplied for 4 guests. Overseas guests or those travelling by public transport are advised to enquire about bedding and towels.

Entrance hall with a storage cupboard.

Bathroom with WC, bath with electric shower over, hand basin, Bluetooth LED mirror with shaver socket and demister touch, heated towel rail and storage cabinet.

Controllable electric heating.

Wi-Fi.

Visiting Whitby & Exploring North Yorkshire

Whitby offers miles of sandy beaches, fishing trips from the harbour and a wide range of specialist shops selling crafts, antiques, artwork, maritime memorabilia and handmade local jet jewellery. The town is divided into two sides by the River Esk, adding to its unique charm.

Whitby is also a fantastic destination for food lovers, with award-winning seafood restaurants, continental cuisine, traditional tea rooms and welcoming inns and pubs serving local produce. For guests dining at home, there are supermarkets and a variety of local shops close by. The main Post Office is located inside the Co-op on Langborne Road, and a taxi rank sits next to the Tourist Information Centre. The bus and train station are also within easy reach.

Nearby attractions include:

Whitby Abbey

Captain Cook Memorial Museum

Whitby Beach

Whitby Lighthouse

RNLI Whitby Museum

For more information, guests can call 01977 619430.

Additional Information

Rates: From £430 to £650 per week (depending on season)

Maximum occupancy: 5 people

Children welcome

No smoking

Sorry, no pets

Parking: Allocated space for one vehicle in the undercroft car park

Please note: No electric car charging facilities at the property or on the development

No mobility scooters allowed in the block

Children’s play area and grass seating areas around the development

Lift available to the apartment

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/north-yorkshire/5162

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The Wheelhouse, Brixham, Devon

The Wheelhouse – Holiday Apartment in Brixham, Devon

The Wheelhouse is a one-bedroom holiday apartment located in the coastal town of Brixham, Devon. Set within a Grade II listed building, the apartment combines character with comfort and is conveniently situated close to local amenities in a lively and interesting part of town.

About the Apartment

Guests enter The Wheelhouse through a shared front door into a small hallway, with the entrance to the apartment leading into a cosy lounge and dining area. The lounge features a double sofa bed, comfortable chairs, and a television, making it a relaxing space to unwind.

The double bedroom leads off from the lounge and is furnished with a wardrobe and a comfortable bed, with all bedding supplied. The kitchen and bathroom also adjoin the lounge. The kitchen is equipped with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, and essentials for self-catering, while the bathroom includes a WC, washbasin, bath, and fitted shower over the bath. Towels are provided for guests’ convenience.

Additional amenities include central heating, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary tea, coffee, and milk on arrival. There is also a small courtyard at the rear of the property. All electricity and gas are included in the rental price.

Parking

Parking is available in a council-owned car park just a three-minute walk from the apartment. A weekly ticket can also be purchased, which covers parking in 25–30 council car parks across Torbay.

Exploring Brixham & Beyond

The Wheelhouse makes an excellent base for exploring Brixham and the wider Devon area. The harbour town is full of charm, with its bustling fish market, colourful cottages, and welcoming pubs and restaurants.

For day trips, Plymouth and Exeter are both within easy reach by car, bus, or train. Each city is steeped in history and offers plenty to see and do, from maritime heritage to shopping and cultural attractions.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/devon/13216

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