Curlew Cottage | Snettisham | Carrstone Pit | East Anglia

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

29 Customer Review(s)

Denise
April 2024

“Curlew Cottage was a delight, really comfy bed, well furnished, very well presented, warm, ideally located for many RSPB and Norfolk Wildlife Trust reserves.”

Birding was the purpose of our visit. The village had everything you needed too. Communication was excellent. The information about the cottage was accurate on the Sykes site. I would reiterate that the stairs are very steep, the bathroom is downstairs so worth considering if you need to negotiate them when half asleep at night. There are some areas where you need to duck if tall but these are clearly identified. My oversight when booking, there isn’t a washing machine. The parking was a bit ...

Birding was the purpose of our visit. The village had everything you needed too. Communication was excellent. The information about the cottage was accurate on the Sykes site. I would reiterate that the stairs are very steep, the bathroom is downstairs so worth considering if you need to negotiate them when half asleep at night. There are some areas where you need to duck if tall but these are clearly identified. My oversight when booking, there isn’t a washing machine. The parking was a bit hit and miss. It was roadside parking,which is stated in the information, but there was the odd occasion when we had to park a few hundred yards away in side streets. The only kitchen equipment I missed was a measuring jug and some kitchen scissors. The neighbours I met were very friendly. The cottage is very well thought out and is clearly loved by its owners. We don’t eat out but there did appear to be some really lovely places to eat nearby. I would definitely stay there again. Thank you for a lovely holiday home!

- Denise, April 2024
Linda March 2024

“Lovely spotlessly clean and well equipped cosy holiday cottage.”

Perfect location close to amenities, ease of access to local bus with good service to Kings Lynn and Hunstanton.

- Linda, March 2024

Thank you for your comments, we're very happy you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Bev February 2024

“A beautiful little cottage with a huge back garden.”

The beds were large and comfortable, the kitchen well-equipped, the shower was excellent. It is close to several pubs, a Coop and the excellent Old Store bakery and cafe. We went for the birding and were blown away. 81 species in one weekend, travelling no further than Cley. I also cycled and that was great too. There was no washing machine. A small matter, but I usually take limited clothing, expecting I’ll some midweek.

- Bev, February 2024

Thank you for your lovely comments, we're delighted you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Adrian November 2023

“The place were just perfect, neat tidy and nice to stay in 100 yards from the pub”

- Adrian, November 2023
Martin October 2023

“It might be helpful is there was a small light in the stairwell which stays on during the hours of darkness.”

It will be better for guests if they have to go to the toilet during the night and not waking up every body else.

- Martin, October 2023

We appreciate your feedback, your recommendation will be seriously considered. We work hard to try and accommodate everyone's needs but of course its not always possible. Many thanks :) Property Owner
Karen October 2023

“Lovely beautifully presented nd cosy cottage with everything you need for your stay.”

Parking was easy on street and location was perfect for easy access to the coast and many birding spots in Norfolk

- Karen, October 2023

Thank you for taking the time to review the cottage and for being great guests. Hopefully you'll stay again when you revisit Norfolk. :) Property Owner
Phrosa September 2023

“We had a wonderful weeks stay at Curlew Cottage in Snettisham, Norfolk.”

The cottage was very clean, cosy, comfortable and well equipped. We enjoyed sitting out in the garden in the warm weather. The location was very peaceful and, the village of Snettisham is very nice. We would definitely stay there again, if we returned to Norfolk.

- Phrosa, September 2023

Thank you for your lovely comments, we would love to welcome you back again :) Property Owner
Alison August 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely comfortable and convenient cottage.”

- Alison, August 2023

Thank you for being such great guests, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Sally July 2023

“Lovely cottage, very cosy, nicely furnished and well equipped.”

Nice garden but some more comfortable chairs to sit out on would make it even better. Lovely area and lots of quaint villages and nice walks close by. The owner was very helpful and keen to please. We enjoyed our stay in the village and enjoyed eating in the Rose and Crown and Queen Victoria.

- Sally, July 2023
Victoria June 2023

“What a cosy , clean and comfortable cottage, with everything to hand .”

It was a pleasure to stay in such lovely holiday home in a lovely village. We would highly recommend Curlew Cottage . Xx

- Victoria, June 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback, it is much appreciated. We'd love to welcome you back in the future. Xx Property Owner
Frank June 2023

“Lovely property in a lovely village with everything close at hand.”

The courage was immaculate with everything that you could want for a break. Two good sized bedrooms with large comfortable beds and a well equipped kitchen with all the utensils you’d need. There wasn’t a washing machine as it had been replaced with a dishwasher which we personally didn’t use but unless you’re there for more than a week you probably wouldn’t need. The wi-if was good and whilst there wasn’t any Sky TV there was an option for Netflix which we could sign into and out of easily. Actually we didn’t really use the TV much as we were either out or sitting in the large and beautiful garden as the weather was excellent for our stay. There are lots of beaches close by to visit and though we didn’t use it, a good bus service in case you want to wander further afield without using the car or save the cost of parking which can be difficult at busy times. All in all we had a great holiday in Curlew Cottage and would definitely recommend it as a home from home.

- Frank, June 2023
Derrick June 2023

“A lovely cottage with everything one would require.”

Our bed was super comfortable. Lovely patio and garden. The cottage is well situated in the village and there is a good assortment of shops and pubs.

- Derrick, June 2023

Thank you very much for the lovely feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Fred May 2023

“Shame about the lack of instructions for the television”

- Fred, May 2023
Carlo April 2023

“We have had a very nice stay for two weeks in this nice and clean cottage.”

. We can recommend it very much.

- Carlo, April 2023

We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and thank you for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. It was very kind of you to leave us the treacle waffles which were absolutely delicious! We would be love to welcome you back one day. Property Owner
Robert J December 2022

“Nicely situated in a village with two pubs and a convenient Co-op store within a few footsteps.”

Cottage is very cosy and has lovely garden. Very clean and all that was necessary was supplied and in good working order. WiFi very good. The gift of Prosecco, chocolate and fudge from owners was a nice touch. One or two things to be aware of however. The only bathroom is downstairs and, although large and pleasant, has no tub: only a shower. The second bedroom is pretty small although a double. Thirdly there is no washing machine. Lastly (and fairly minor) the carving knives need sharpening!

- Robert J, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we will ensure the knives are sharpened for the next guests, unfortunately we do not have room for both a dishwasher and a washing machine so we opted for the former due to health and cleanliness reasons, should you have needed to wash clothes during your stay we could have arranged a laundry service for you. The absence of a bath is in the description of the cottage and has never been an issue. We always appreciate feedback and hope you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Thomas September 2022

“The owner, Paul, is a very amicable man, very helpful.”

- Thomas, September 2022
Chris September 2022

“Our main purpose for holidaying in Norfolk was birdwatching.”

The location in Snettisham village worked very well for us. Proximity to three good places to eat, of which we tried 2, was perfect. The cottage was very comfortable and maintained to a high standard. The booking process and contact with the owner prior to arrival all worked very well.

- Chris, September 2022
Shelagh July 2022

“Cottage lovely!”

Welcome milk and wine much appreciated. The garden is a great place to sit and relax.

- Shelagh, July 2022
Jeff June 2022

“Cant always park outside the cottage, 3 reasonable nearby pubs & a coop all within 5 minutes walk.”

LIDL 5min drive . Excellent garden beaches nearby Very nice stay

- Jeff, June 2022
Elizabeth May 2022

“Super clean, lovely setting and great location.”

Beds comfortable; towels soft; couches comfy. Perfect for RSPB sites. I will be back.

- Elizabeth, May 2022
Andrew April 2022

“A superb cottage.”

We were amazed by the size of the garden. Perfect for a relaxing stay as a family!

- Andrew, April 2022
Anthony March 2022

“Another enjoyable visit to this well appointed cottage.”

- Anthony, March 2022
Mary February 2022

“A delightful place to stay in a pretty part of the village within easy reach of lovely beaches, WWT places and nature walks.”

The owner had left a welcome drink and enough resources in the kitchen for easy self catering. The towels and fleecy throws in the lounge were wonderfully soft and fluffy! Altogether perfect.

- Mary, February 2022
Paul January 2022

“A very well located cottage, both, within Snettisham, for its facilities, i.”

E. Pubs/meals, supermarket etc, and as a base to explore ( in our case, birdwatching). The cottage is very clean, and well kitted out, although i put the omission of a vacuum cleaner down to covid awareness. The steep stairs are not as bad as some reviews state, in fact no issue with them, ( i'm 62 yrs old). As for the doors, then duck ! The parking was not kind to us, and the nearest we got was 30yds away, and one day about 100yds ! But this is out of the owners control, and no major problem. All in all, a very pleasant experience, and the weather was very kind, ( cold, frosty and bright sunshine), for mid January. Hopefully, we will be back?

- Paul, January 2022
Sue October 2021

“Fantastic cottage - just as described with lots of thoughtful touches - spare light bulbs, batteries, kitchen foil, etc.”

Both beds were extremely comfortable, kitchen was very well equipped. Excellent location for walking and cycling from the front door to Snettisham and further afield. A visit (or 2) to Titchwell RSBP reserve won’t disappoint. Lovely cottage in friendly village in fabulous Norfolk. Thank you

- Sue, October 2021

Thank you for taking the time to publish your feedback, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Angela October 2021

“We had a wonderful holiday in this well appointed cottage.”

We were provided with all the basic household necessities and extras which we had not expected. Prior to arrival we had been a little concerned about parking, but the street is very quiet and we were able to park directly outside the cottage. Lovely garden if it had been warmer. A couple of occasional tables would have made things a little easier when relaxing in the lounge area and extractor fans in the kitchen and bathroom would have made things perfect for us, but these are small quibbles and overall we were extremely comfortable and felt at home. The property owner sent us a welcome text and all necessary information was provided in the cottage. A perfect base to explore a lovely area.

- Angela, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback, it is much appreciated, we will take on board the suggestion of extractor fans in the kitchen & bathroom which although hadn't been an issue is a great idea. Thank you for leaving the cottage clean and tidy. Best wishes, The owner of Curlew Cottage Property Owner
Stephen June 2021

“The description of Curlew Cottage makes it clear that there are steep stairs but does not mention the low door heights to the bedrooms and the low beam in the lounge.”

There are signs above each one warning people to duck but I think this should be included in the property description. The road is narrow and busy, used as an access route from the nearby housing estate. There is no off-street parking. There are far more positives than negatives about Curlew Cottage. All of the property has high quality fitments and furniture. The property is in excellent order and really comfortable to stay in. It is clear that the owners have gone out of their way to ensure that people have a good experience staying at the property.

- Stephen, June 2021
Susan June 2021

“We had a lovely break in curlew cottage , would definitely visit again very ...”

We had a lovely break in curlew cottage , would definitely visit again very clean and comfortable, and plenty of things to do in the area

- Susan, June 2021
Anthony May 2021

“Anyone with mobility issues would find the steep staircase difficult.”

The second bedroom with double bed is very cramped and has no storage space. We, although elderly, are active and managed the stairs and being just a couple were fine. Oherwise the cottage is very comfortable and has a very pleasant garden.

- Anthony, May 2021

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size, 1 x double
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room
Gas central heating
Electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge, TV, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot available
Roadside parking available
Enclosed rear garden with gravelled area featuring an outdoor seating area, and lawned area with lockable storage
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Note: Steep narrow staircase, please take caution

The property

Curlew Cottage is a beautiful semi-detached cottage resting in the village of Snettisham, East Anglia. Hosting two bedrooms comprised of a queen-size and a double, this property can sleep up to four guests. A shower room can be found on the ground floor, along with a kitchen and sitting/dining room. Outside there is an enclosed back garden with a gravelled area featuring outdoor seating, and a lawn with lockable storage. Roadside parking is available for guests. Curlew Cottage is a fantastic choice for a relaxing retreat to the gorgeous Norfolk Countryside.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

SNETTISHAM

Heacham 3 miles; Royal Sandringham 4 miles; Hunstanton 5 miles.

Snettisham is a traditional Norfolk village, with many of its houses built from the local iron-rich carr stone, which has an attractive golden-brown colouring. Due to this, the buildings are known locally as “gingerbread houses”. Village amenities include general stores, a Post Office, 2 inns, a bistro and a regular bus service to the bustling, family-friendly seaside resort of Hunstanton and historic King’s Lynn. The church of St Mary sits alone on top of the hill and is certainly worthy of a look inside at the exquisitely decorated tracery flowers on the west window. There is an RSPB bird sanctuary close to the beach, which is three miles away, and the ancient Peddars Way public footpath runs near to the village. Park Farm is on the edge of the village, and is a working farm with year-round activities for all the family, including a 45-minute “deer safari” and the chance to feed some of the animals. The Royal Estate of Sandringham, whose impressive house, gardens and church are open to the public, is nearby, as are the plant farm, tea rooms and gift shop at Norfolk Lavender, England's premier lavender farm.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Curlew Cottage was a delight, really comfy bed, well furnished, very well presented, warm, ideally located for many RSPB and Norfolk Wildlife Trust reserves.”

“Lovely spotlessly clean and well equipped cosy holiday cottage.”

“A beautiful little cottage with a huge back garden.”

“The place were just perfect, neat tidy and nice to stay in 100 yards from the pub”

“It might be helpful is there was a small light in the stairwell which stays on during the hours of darkness.”

“Lovely beautifully presented nd cosy cottage with everything you need for your stay.”

“We had a wonderful weeks stay at Curlew Cottage in Snettisham, Norfolk.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely comfortable and convenient cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, very cosy, nicely furnished and well equipped.”

“What a cosy , clean and comfortable cottage, with everything to hand .”

“Lovely property in a lovely village with everything close at hand.”

“A lovely cottage with everything one would require.”

“Shame about the lack of instructions for the television”

“We have had a very nice stay for two weeks in this nice and clean cottage.”

“Nicely situated in a village with two pubs and a convenient Co-op store within a few footsteps.”

“The owner, Paul, is a very amicable man, very helpful.”

“Our main purpose for holidaying in Norfolk was birdwatching.”

“Cottage lovely!”

“Cant always park outside the cottage, 3 reasonable nearby pubs & a coop all within 5 minutes walk.”

“Super clean, lovely setting and great location.”

“A superb cottage.”

“Another enjoyable visit to this well appointed cottage.”

“A delightful place to stay in a pretty part of the village within easy reach of lovely beaches, WWT places and nature walks.”

“A very well located cottage, both, within Snettisham, for its facilities, i.”

“Fantastic cottage - just as described with lots of thoughtful touches - spare light bulbs, batteries, kitchen foil, etc.”

“We had a wonderful holiday in this well appointed cottage.”

“The description of Curlew Cottage makes it clear that there are steep stairs but does not mention the low door heights to the bedrooms and the low beam in the lounge.”

“We had a lovely break in curlew cottage , would definitely visit again very ...”

“Anyone with mobility issues would find the steep staircase difficult.”

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The property

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About the location

SNETTISHAM