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Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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winterton on sea, Norfolk
  • Place, beach near The Glebe
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Yarmouth Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Norfolk Broads. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Norfolk Coast and a few minutes from Norfolk Broads
As a guest of Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Great Yarmouth cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 201 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and a beautiful cottage
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here before and have two more bookings for 2026 so that says it all really!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stress free check in and check out and a nice welcome package of goodies waiting for us
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Arran S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The welcoming pack was very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in an ideal location. Very pet friendly. This was our second stay and won’t be our last.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean and comfortable cottage in the heart of the village.Close to walks on the dunes or beach.Welcoming pub with good food just across.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and extremely well equipped. Lots of games, books, dvd’s etc so very child friendly also. local pub, general store and a lovely coffee shop all more or less on the doorstep and not forgetting miles and miles of sand dunes and beach. We would definitely stay here in the future.
Charming looking cottage
Host even made house Christmassy
Spacious well equipped kitchen
Dog friendly and dog approved garden
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property

A really well equipped house very clean and cosy, we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great location and cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

Great little place to stay, plenty to do and just a little walk aeay from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location , lovely cottage. Well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay , and a lovely 10 minute walk to a great beach . Less than a minute to a nice pub with great food too !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Been to Winterton on many occasions but first time in Compass Cottage which did not disappoint! So much so we have booked a week this November and again for next June.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location.

Location, location, location brilliant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Compass Cottage

A beautiful cottage which has everything you need, it’s like home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect dog friendly

The cottage and location were perfect, hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy House at the beach

Super cozy House with a nice Garden. It was lovely staying here!.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Winterton

Perfect location lovely property well equipped our second visit.spot on 👍👍
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October stay

A stunning property, so homely with everything you can think of. Great location, 2nd visit to this fantastic place.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL HOUSE IN A GREAT LOCATION

Lovely, well situated, well equipped and extremely comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

May getaway

Lovely cottage very clean everything you need area good for dog walking can’t wait to book again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Very homely warm cottage, nicely equipped and within a short distance of beach and dunes.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage in a wonderfull small village

We enyoyed everything very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandra c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cottage

A great clean cottage with everything that we needed . Close to the beach and dunes for long walks with the dog. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunshine and seals

We had a lovely week _ the cottage was welcoming and spotless. Everyone was very friendly and we were so near the beach. Sunshine and seals - perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty pink house

Property is really nice in a lovely pretty area, rooms are a good size and the on suite bathroom was very helpful for all of us to get ready. Lovely welcome pack too which was a nice touch! Lovely cottage would love to return
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025