Clock Cottage Thornham, Norfolk

Enjoying a quiet location in a picturesque coastal village, this beautiful cottage is a tranquil getaway for couples, friends and smaller families looking for a peaceful holiday home in a gorgeous part of Norfolk. Offering spacious accommodation for up to four guests, the property has been sympathetically updated while retaining all its original charm. Tastefully furnished and decorated in bright soothing shades, this characterful retreat features timber beams, stone flooring and a welcoming wood burner, making a fantastic getaway for walkers, nature lovers and cyclists exploring the area’s lovely coastline and breathtaking countryside.

The cosy lounge/diner makes a lovely space for everyone to unwind in, with a Smart TV, plenty of seating, a wood burner set in the fireplace and exposed timber beams in the ceiling. The charming dining area is perfect for enjoying a family feast which you can rustle up in the fully equipped shaker-style kitchen. Steep, winding cottage-style stairs with a rope banister lead up to the first floor. Here you will find the stylish family bathroom and the two cosy bedrooms: a cheerful twin and a sweet double with a feature fireplace. Outside, the south-facing back courtyard has a table and chairs and makes a lovely spot for dining alfresco on a sunny summer’s afternoon. There’s also a gravelled parking area to the front alongside a charming lawn garden.

Thornham is a delightful village with a quaint harbour, a wide sandy beach and a choice of great places to eat and drink. This is a great base for birdwatchers, with RSPB Titchwell just over a mile away, looking out over the marshes towards Thornham Point. Exploring this beautiful north-western corner of Norfolk you can visit Hunstanton Beach, Houghton Hall and Gardens, the ruins of Creake Abbey, Bircham Windmill and the Sandringham Estate, all within 12 miles.