Our Norfolk Holiday Cottages by the Sea
Norfolk is a popular choice for beach holidays, with wide sandy beaches, seaside towns, salt marshes, dunes, nature reserves and long walking routes. The coast runs from Hunstanton and Old Hunstanton in the west to Cromer, Sheringham, Mundesley, Winterton-on-Sea, Sea Palling and Great Yarmouth further east.
The county has several well-known landmarks and places to visit, including Cromer Pier, Holkham Hall, Blakeney Point, Wells-next-the-Sea harbour, the striped cliffs at Hunstanton and the seal-watching beaches around Horsey and Winterton. The Norfolk Coast Path is one of the main draws for walkers, linking many of the best-known coastal towns and villages.
Norfolk works well for families, couples, dog owners and walkers who want a coastal break with dog friendly beaches, wildlife and traditional seaside towns within easy reach.
Places to Stay on the Norfolk Coast
Beach Stays lists a wide choice of Norfolk cottages, apartments and coastal holiday homes close to beaches, harbours, dunes and seaside towns. The collection includes stays for short breaks, family holidays and longer coastal escapes.
Cromer and Sheringham are good choices if you want a traditional seaside town with shops, cafés, beaches and rail links. Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham are better suited to wide beaches, pinewoods, salt marsh and walking. Hunstanton and Old Hunstanton offer family attractions, west-facing sunsets and easy access to the beaches around The Wash.
Further east, Winterton-on-Sea and Sea Palling suit visitors looking for quieter beaches, dunes and access to the Broads. Great Yarmouth and Gorleston work well for families who want a larger resort, sandy beaches and plenty of attractions nearby.
Types of Norfolk Beach Holidays
Norfolk has a varied choice of coastal accommodation, including sea view cottages, family beach houses, apartments and larger homes for group stays. Many properties are close to beaches, coast path routes, village centres or traditional seaside towns.
Guests travelling with pets can browse Norfolk dog friendly cottages for stays near beaches, walking routes and open coastal areas. For breaks with extra comfort, Norfolk hot tub cottages include properties with private hot tubs, outdoor space and easy access to the coast.
Families and groups can also look at Norfolk large group cottages, with more bedrooms, bigger living areas and space for shared meals after beach days, walks or days out around the county.
Best Beaches in Norfolk
Norfolk has a wide range of beaches, from busy resort beaches to quieter stretches backed by dunes and nature reserves. Hunstanton Beach is good for families who want amusements, cafés and a traditional seafront, while Old Hunstanton has a quieter feel, with sand, dunes and views towards the striped cliffs.
Brancaster Beach, Holkham Beach and Wells Beach are some of the best-known beaches on the north Norfolk coast. Brancaster has wide sand and views towards Scolt Head Island. Holkham is known for its huge beach, dunes and pinewoods, while Wells has colourful beach huts and a broad sandy shore.
Cromer Beach and Sheringham Beach are good choices for visitors who want beach time close to shops, cafés and classic seaside facilities. Further east, Mundesley, Winterton-on-Sea and Sea Palling offer sandy beaches, dunes and quieter stretches of coast. Great Yarmouth and Gorleston give families larger resort beaches with plenty nearby.
