In the charming village of Winterton on Sea, Compass Cottage offers a warm welcome with its high standard furnishings. Only ten minutes walk to the sandy beach and local pub nearby, this picturesque cottage is perfect for families and their dogs.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 456 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach
Situated in the quiet and picturesque village of Winterton on Sea, Compass Cottage is detached and is furnished to a high standard including fitted kitchen, with double bedroom and small twin bedroom and two bathrooms. Only ten minutes walk to the sandy beach (with children and buckets and spades), shop, fish and chips and local pub nearby (families & dogs welcome). Close to broadland villages offering boat hire or Hemsby and Great Yarmouth for more lively entertainment for all the family.
Compass Cottage & its sister cottages, Admiral Cottage and Beachside Cottage are all in the heart of Winterton on Sea old village and are within a short walk of the beach, pub & shop.
Set in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Winterton on Sea offers a base to explore wildlife, is ideal for cyclists and walkers, and is well situated for visits to many historical sites including National Trust and privately owned estates. There is also a wealth of family entertainment in the surrounding areas including theme parks, outdoor activity centres, steam trains and country parks as well as many things to see and do inside as well as out.
A pretty thatched detached cottage comprising hallway, living room with 2 large sofa's, dining room, kitchen, conservatory, bathroom with electric shower over bath. Upstairs are two bedrooms – master with king size bed and 32” smart TV and twin bedded room with en-suite Shower room and 32” smart TV. Note the twin room is small with minimal storage.
Services include oil-fired central heating all year, double glazing, bedding, bed linen, duvets, bath robes and white bath sheets are provided. Parking for two cars on drive (note - no access to the garage for guests). Electric cooker with ceramic hob and extractor fan. Washing machine/ tumble dryer combi, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave. Televisions - 46'' SMART TV in lounge, Smart TV also in both bedrooms, DVD player (with selected DVD's), CD player/radio, WIFI, hairdryer. Secluded garden with furniture. Selection of toys and games, high chair, cot & stairgate. Welcome pack on arrival. Pets welcome at no extra charge, no smoking.
Winterton on Sea is ideally placed to explore the Norfolk coastline with its quiet sandy beaches, picturesque villages, bird sanctuaries and nature reserves. Nature lovers will find the Norfolk Broads a great attraction, as will walkers and cyclists. Above all, Winterton provides an opportunity to get away from it all as its beaches and tranquillity are what make it so special. Compass Cottage lies in the heart of the village and is nearby the local pub, The Fisherman’s Return, a 300 year old establishment offering local ales, good food and facilities for families, including a large safe garden. Historic Norwich lies 20 miles to the West with its fine cathedral, ancient cobbled streets and great shops. Only 25 miles north is the North Norfolk Coast and the well known towns of Cromer, Sheringham and Wells next the Sea and ten miles south lies Great Yarmouth for family entertainment, amusements and all that is traditional for a lively English seaside resort.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
CD player
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Pets welcome at no extra cost, garden is enclosed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Great Yarmouth, this cottage is near the beach. Horsey Windpump and Gariannonum Roman Fort are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Broads and Norfolk Coast. Traveling with kids? Consider Oasis Amusements and Lost World Adventure Golf. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Great Yarmouth travel guide
Is Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach located?
This family-friendly Great Yarmouth cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Norfolk Broads, Lost World Adventure Golf, and Oasis Amusements. Norfolk Coast is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.
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Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach Reviews
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Compass Cottage is a delightful cottage in Winterton, clean, comfortable and well-equipped. We have stayed here several times before! It's a hidden gem!
Very well equipped and cosy (full and helpful instructions). Superb relaxing and quiet location. Beautiful beach and sand dunes were easily walkable. Pub and local amenities close by. We all enjoyed our stay, including the dog.
My stay in Compass Cottage couldn't have been nicer. The cottage is lovely, and the weather was perfect for appreciating the beautiful garden and conservatory. I went out every day for wonderful dog walks on the dunes, and we even say a adder sunning itself.
Wonderful cottage by the sea with beautiful walks through dunes on your doorstep
The cottage is very comfortable, well equipped and has a perfect location to explore the coast and broads. The pub across the toad and5 minute walk to the beach were added bonuses.We had a lovely holiday that met all our different demands. Horsey beach with the seals was a highlight!
Really loved the cottage and location. It was all just so peaceful. Although there was a pub nearby it was still very quiet. Everyone seemed so friendly. Lovely walks
Amazing stay in a beautiful cottage , we had some issues with our heating and Mark attended within 30 minutes and went above and beyond to find a resolution. Thank you so much, will be back to stay again soon.
Fantastic cottage, great location! Clean,tidy and well equipped with everything you need. Bright and extremely well maintained throughout. Highly recommended!
The cottage is gorgeous and provided everything we needed + comfort. Its central position within the picturesque village meant we could forget about the car for a week. Good food and lovely walks on the dunes and beach at this quiet time of year + good weather made this an ideal relaxing break for us and our 2 dogs.
Had a fabulous week stay. Have stayed in this cottage several times. It's a warm cosy place to return to after walks on the beach and over the dunes. Everything is catered for all your needs. Situated right in the heart of the village with lovely dog friendly pub, fish and chip shop, post office and general store.
My wife Daughter Grandson and I along with Buddy our German Pointer had a wonderful stay at this wonderful picturesque cottage.
Walking Buddy along the beach seeing the seals was a wonderful experience.
The cottage was so clean and cozy we will be coming again as our Grandson did not want to leave.
Thank you and see you again soon
We have stayed at this cottage several times and it is always lovely to come back. Weather was not good but we had a few sunny days and were able to enjoy our walks around the village. Will be back again soon I am sure.
Fantastic thatched cottage, lots of space beautiful decor, Great location. on the green opposite The Fishermans return, very central to the shop cafe pub post office and fish and chip shop. Just a short walk to the dunes and beach. Honestly our 3rd stay at this property and can't fault it.
We have stayed in Winterton on sea many times before and just love it. Such a gorgeous dog friendly beach and area and the village is beautiful. The cottage was really well equipped, immaculately clean and perfect for our stay with 2 young children and a dog. The conservatory and enclosed garden was so helpful in the summer. The location of the cottage is also wonderful as walking distance from the pub, chip shop and local store and the beach. Would highly recommend.
The cottage was quiet and spacious with a great garden for lounging and soaking up the sun. Located in a wonderful, dog friendly area near to the beach and a small walk to the seal colonies. Loved it. Thanks
A beautiful property, had everything we needed. The Host even put up a Christmas Tree for us which was very kind and a lovely welcome pack, really enjoyed our Christmas break. Pub a few minutes walk away, dog friendly and great food. We could not go on Winterton Beach due to the high seal population but you could walk on Hemsby which was beautiful. Norwich City Centre Beautiful, would definately book again in this property. Thank you Samantha.
Our 3rd visit to this cottage and the lovely village of Winterton on Sea. Had sunshine and showers but it didn’t affect our stay. Lovely walks along the beach and dunes watching the seals. Our dog Milly enjoys her holiday here. Would recommend the cottage and village for a quiet and relaxing stay. Will be back hopefully next year.