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Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach

Family-friendly cottage in Great Yarmouth

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Interior
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.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • 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 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

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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

Pets

Pets are 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
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

About the area

Map
winterton on sea, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Horsey Windpump - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Britannia Pier Theatre - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • The Pleasure Beach - 16 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Great Yarmouth Station - 18 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Planet Spice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hemsby Beach Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Frying Scotsman - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lacon Arms - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pretty Thatched Cottage, close to sandy beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

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?

Checkout 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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 189 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

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

Week break

Lovely cottage, prime location for pub and beach, in a dog friendly village.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Fantastic Cottage and Great Location

What a great cottage in a great location.... everything about the cottage was fantastic, will defo be returning at some point..... Tea and Coffee, milk, biscuits and 2 bottles of wine waiting on arrival.... Really nice cottage would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

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

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Idyllic

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck R.

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

Top class compass cottage

We had a lovely week staying at compass cottage. Cosy, warm and comfortable. Would highly recommend. We liked it so much we have booked again for later in the year
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

fantastice cottage

very good
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

Another enjoyable stay at this pretty cottage

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful cottage and village

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

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

A great place to stay

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Ideal

Samantha is an Exeptional Host & Property was very comfortable & well equipped, ideally located. Thankyou we will be back Richard& Sue
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

tara c.

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

New Year Holiday

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Dawn richards

We had a lovely time only think I would say differently need hole pipe at the front to clean dogs of . I will differently be back again . Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

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

Fantastic Cottage

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
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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