Wells-next-the-Sea
A delightful unspoilt historic town on the North Norfolk Coast with a jumble of old buildings and lanes still existing from its heritage as a port and former maltings industry. The picturesque quay and waterfront is still very much a working port with fishing boats still berthed in this small harbour and stalls selling locally caught shrimps, crabs and whelks. A popular place with sailors with many sailing and leisure craft here and local sailing tuition available. Children enjoy the facilities round the quay and the challenge of crabbing (gillying) from the steep harbour wall.
The main shopping area of Wells is Staithe Street, a narrow, mostly pedestrianised lane with surviving Victorian and Edwardian shop fronts, that runs from the water’s edge right up to the top part of town. In the centre of the town is The Buttlands which is a large rectangular green lined with Georgian and late Victorian houses, which used to be used for archery practise in medieval days. Now it is home to the excellent Crown hotel and restaurant which is run by Kiwi celebrity chef
The sandy beach flanked by pine forest is about a mile from the quay and can be reached by road, on foot along the causeway or via the miniature railway.
Holkham Hall with its impressive 18th century Palladian architecture and 3,000 acre deer park is only a couple of miles away along the coast road.
1 The Granary Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 4, from £450 to £790 per week
A beautifully presented two bedroom first floor apartment located in The Granary, redecorated throughout at the start of 2010, with stunning views of Wells Quay, salt marshes and surrounding coastline from the dining/living area and the master bedroom. The property is accessed by a lift or stairs via a video entry system. A fantastic location in the heart of Wells within a short walk of all of the amenities and the coast.
10 Brig Square Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 4, from £350 to £630 per week
10 Brig Square is a renovated 3-storey Norfolk cottage which is situated close to the harbour and shops and has lovely sea views from the top floor bedroom. It has been a popular holiday home for many years but was purchased by new owners in 2010 and has been sympathetically refurbished throughout with complete redecoration and the fitting of a new kitchen. It is ideally located for walking to the wonderful sandy beach at Wells or for exploring all the local shops and sampling the local restaurants.
4 Monteagle Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 4, from £360 to £670 per week
Flat 4 is a spacious and tastefully furnished 2 bedroomed apartment, recently redecorated, on the first floor of The Monteagle, a prominent Grade II listed house on The Buttlands, Wells' village green. A fantastic location in the heart of Wells, within a short walk of all of its amenities and the quay, and only a few steps from The Crown and The Globe, two of Wells' best hostelries/restaurants.
Jasmine Cottage Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 4+2, from £380 to £680 per week
Jasmine Cottage is a traditional cottage, refurbished in recent years, located in Wells-next-the-Sea within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants, and only 100 yards from East Quay. There is a comfortable sitting room, with separate dining room and kitchen. There are 3 bedrooms and shower room upstairs, with full bathroom on the ground floor.
Jicklings Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 8, from £460 to £1100 per week
Jicklings is a 3 storey 160 year old cottage which has been completely renovated and refurbished throughout. It has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is perfect for 2 families sharing. It is situated in the heart of Wells within a short walk of a great selection of shops, restaurants and the harbour.
Pleasant Place Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 5+1, from £400 to £750 per week
Pleasant Place is a spacious 150 year old cottage hidden away in the heart of Wells-next-the-Sea. It has the advantage of a large sitting room with adjoining dining room, separate kitchen and light garden room. It has an attractive walled garden which is lawned with a variety of plants and shrubs.
St Michael's Cottage Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 10, from £900 to £1950 per week
St Michael's Cottage is an exceptional Grade II listed 4 storey-house originating from 1595 which has been carefully restored and refurbished throughout to a very high standard. It has a wealth of original features together with new kitchen and bathrooms and an observation tower. It is situated in the oldest part of Wells, 100 metres from the quay and a short walk to all local amenities.
The Rosary Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 2, from £320 to £500 per week
The Rosary is a traditional single-storey cottage tucked away down one of Wells' many lanes, but within only a minute's walk of the renowned hotel/restaurant 'The Crown'. There is a pretty courtyard garden which has a studio leading from it. The cottage is only a short walk to the quay and a good selection of shops. The sandy beach is 1 mile away and may be reached on foot, car or miniature railway.
Open fire / woodburner
Downstairs bedroom
Dogs welcome
Central heating
Parking
Sea views
Underfloor heating
Friday changeoverWyndswept Wells-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 10+2, from £1260 to £2185 per week
Wyndswept is a newly constructed Georgian style house which is light and spacious with generously sized rooms and wonderful views across the salt marshes to the sea from the first floor. It has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with an outstanding kitchen equipped to a high standard. There is a fully enclosed rear garden with open countryside views, yet within 10 minutes walk of the centre of Wells with its wide selection of shops, pubs and restaurants.