This much-loved detached family holiday home is set in glorious secluded gardens, Wells-Next-The-Sea

Norfolk. Sleeps up to 10

A much-loved detached family holiday home for many years, Orchard Cottage is set in glorious secluded gardens of around an acre. Enjoying a peaceful, private location on the southern edge of town, this is a superb secret hideaway for a special break in this popular North Norfolk coastal town.

A spacious house, Orchard Cottage has an easy, relaxing feel with the appeal of a country house hotel. With two generous-sized sitting rooms, the house is ideal for a large multi-generational family, or a couple of families, as well as a group of friends, who are looking for somewhere with plenty of space to 'spread out' both indoors and out. On the ground floor, there is a hand-painted shaker country style kitchen with walk-in larder and adjoining utility room. The two lovely light-filled sitting rooms both have views over the garden, plenty of temptingly comfy sofas to sink into, a television each (enabling you to watch the channel of your choice), french doors opening to the garden and a dining area within the room. Upstairs there are five delightful bedrooms (three king-size and two twin), and two bathrooms, with a further bathroom available on the ground floor.

The beautiful well-established sizeable gardens run to all sides of the house, and allow for everyone to congregate in one place or wander off and find a quiet spot all to themselves. The place you will want to spend your time is the rear south facing garden, where wisteria clads the house. Private and mostly laid to lawn, it is just made for chilling and sunbathing while the children play and explore. A wonderful old willow tree provides welcome shade on days when the sun is warm and high in the sky. There is a small covered pond (well-hidden in a flower bed), and trampoline available to use (strictly at your own risk).

An easy seven minute walk from Orchard Cottage will take you right into the heart of Wells town, with its bustling high street (Staithe Street) and all manner of independent shops and a selection of cafes. At the bottom of Staithe Street is the picturesque Quay. Here you can try your hand at crabbing, join a boat trip or just take a seat and watch the fishing boats come in and the world go by. Stretch your legs a bit more and take the path atop the sea defence at the end of which you will find yourself on Wells' breathtaking beach.

Additional Information
Two well-behaved dogs welcome for a small additional charge. Please note: the garden is enclosed when the 5-bar gate is shut, but the garden is not totally dog proof.
Hairdryer, travel cot & high chair provided.
Synthetic duvets, feather pillows although there are five synthetic pillows available for guests with allergies (please request on booking).

Accommodation:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Porch
Glazed porch with bench seating, hooks for coats, space for boots.
Kitchen
With fridge, dishwasher, electric oven with gas hob. Pantry with shelving and fridge/freezer.
Utility
With sink, microwave and washing machine.
Sitting room with dining area
With ample comfortable seating, french doors to the garden, television with Freeview, DVD and extensive library. Table with seating for eight to ten.
Family room
With ample comfortable seating, french doors, television with Freeview, DVD player. Table with seating for four.
Shower room
With shower cubicle, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC.

From an inner hallway, stairs lead to:

First Floor:
Master bedroom
With 5' king-size bed, with built in wardrobes dressing table and view across the garden.
Bedroom two
With 5' king-size bed, restricted ceiling height, half height wardrobe and views across the garden.
Bedroom three
With 5' king-size bed,dressing table, basin and views across the garden
Bedroom four
With 3' twin beds, restricted ceiling height, wardrobe, dual aspect over looking the garden.
Bedroom five
With 2'6" twin beds, restricted ceiling height.
Shower room
With shower cubicle, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Bathroom
With bath, electric shower over, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Outside:
Garden to all sides, mostly laid to lawn, with shrub borders, covered pond.
Private parking on the shingled driveway at the front of the house for up to four cars. There is a narrow shared access drive to Orchard Cottage.

Located in Wells-next-the-Sea, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holkham National Nature Reserve and Norfolk Coast, while The Granary Theatre and Bygones Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Whin Hill Cider and Natural Surroundings. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

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