Wells-next-the-Sea is an attractive town in its own right, and features many old Georgian houses. Some nearby estates are worth visiting, including the impressive Holkham Estate, which includes a hotel, a pub and an enormous grounds, and Sandringham Estate, which was the home of four generations of British monarchs, and is open to the public free of charge. Within the town itself, Staithe Street is a popular place to walk and browse through shops on your way down to the beach.
The coast in this part of Norfolk is made up of sandy beaches backed by pine forests. The forests are part of Holkham National Nature Reserve, which is a popular destination for hikers, birdwatchers and horseback riders, among others. Lucky holiday-goers might be able to find a cottage on the beach, and spend their days exploring and allowing the peaceful surroundings to act as a balm for their soul.
Those who choose to stay in a holiday cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea will have a wealth of day-trips to choose from. A popular option is to take a boat from the quay to go seal-watching and visit the Blakeney Point Nature Reserve. Wells-next-the-Sea is also close to the Pensthorpe Natural Park, which features beautiful lakes and nature trails, and educational family activities. Birdwatchers will want to visit the Titchwell Marsh RSPB Reserve, which boasts one of the widest varieties of avian visitors in Britain.
Every year more and more people are discovering the delights of self catering accommodation, and those who look for uk cottages in Wells-next-the-Sea won’t be disappointed.
Totally refurbished in 2018, this 1970s detached house has been extended and given a stylish, modern face-lift. Located in a peaceful cul-de-sac only a few minutes level walking distance from… | ||||
Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £849 Per week |
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Totally refurbished in 2018, this 1970s detached house has been extended and given a stylish, modern face-lift. Located in a peaceful cul-de-sac only a few minutes level walking distance from… | ||||
Sleeps | 2 | Bedrooms | 1 | From £458 Per week |
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A secret little hideaway right in the heart of the town, less than a minute's walk from independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. Bursting with character, this sweet but well-equipped… | ||||
Sleeps | 5 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £429 Per week |
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A cool and contemporary conversion of an old boathouse with a pretty courtyard garden and parking, just a short walk from Wells quay and the centre of this bustling little… | ||||
Sleeps | 2 | Bedrooms | 1 | From £320 Per week |
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There's lots to love about Mulberry Cottage. Fabulously spacious and rather luxurious accommodation for four, in a wonderful location very close to all the amenities of Wells - and parking… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £439.6 Per week |
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Holly House is a beautiful period property situated on the leafy Georgian square 'The Buttlands', in the heart of Wells-next-the-Sea, an historic fishing port and popular seaside resort on the… | ||||
Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £683 Per week |
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Situated on the picturesque Buttlands green in Wells, this delightful holiday home comfortably sleeps six. It boasts a lovely open-plan living area downstairs that allows the whole family to be… | ||||
Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £644 Per week |
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Basil Cottage is a delightful little hideaway. A real find! Small but perfectly formed, the cottage is ideal for a family, couple or a solo traveller, looking for a convenient… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £394 Per week |
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Holly Cottage is a very spacious, two bedroom property, beautifully finished with an enclosed garden. Situated in a prime location on the leafy Georgian square 'The Buttlands'.… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £467 Per week |
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This well-equipped apartment has two bedrooms, and is the perfect holiday home if you want to be right in the middle of everything, with all you need on your doorstep.… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £0 Per week |
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A very attractive detached character house in a super elevated and peaceful location, with a pretty cottage garden and, what everyone wants in Wells, a parking space!… | ||||
Sleeps | 7 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £612 Per week |
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A really special, unique modern house, tucked between two period properties, overlooking The Buttlands; the lovely leafy green square in the centre of Wells.… | ||||
Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £613.78 Per week |
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Situated in a great location this beautiful luxury property is ideal for couples or a small family who want to escape to the coast at any time of year. Just… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £585 Per week |
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Located on the desirable, leafy, Georgian square called The Buttlands, stylish Casamaria is only a stone’s throw from two of Wells’s finest gastro pubs and all the amenities this bustling… | ||||
Sleeps | 7 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £681 Per week |
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A beautifully restored 18th century cottage situated just five minutes walk from Wells quayside. A quintessential English cottage with beams, a pine kitchen, a free standing roll top bath and… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £678 Per week |
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This delightful traditional cottage, located in the centre of Wells-next-the-Sea is warm and cosy, wth a pretty south-west facing courtyard garden. Beautifully and thoughtfully decorated and furnished throughout, it's close… | ||||
Sleeps | 4 | Bedrooms | 2 | From £446 Per week |
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A beautiful period property with lots of original features and a great layout, the result of it having originally been two cottages. Just five minutes’ walk from the quay.… | ||||
Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £449 Per week |
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Hideaway House is a wonderful period Grade II listed semi-detached property, hidden away in the heart of Wells on a quiet side road. It's just a stone's throw away from… | ||||
Sleeps | 8 | Bedrooms | 4 | From £764 Per week |
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A spacious link-detached chalet house situated in a quiet cul-de-sac within level walking distance of the town centre and with distant sea views from the first floor bedrooms. With three… | ||||
Sleeps | 6 | Bedrooms | 3 | From £561.2 Per week |
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A fabulous interior designed second floor apartment with a bird's eye view over picturesque Buttlands green. This is a seriously romantic hideaway for two.… | ||||
Sleeps | 2 | Bedrooms | 1 | From £370.8 Per week |
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