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Hitchens Cottage

4 Guests
2 Beds
1 Bathroom
Pet Friendly

Description

Approached via a quiet and narrow Norfolk country road, positioned just a few metres down Blacksmiths Lane in the village of Happisburgh, is Hitchens Cottage.

This East Anglian getaway, with its own courtyard, offers a wonderful barn conversion, formerly the stables to the lifeboat horses.

This block of cottages has been divided into four, each named after the internationally acclaimed artists; Ivon Hitchens, Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson, who used to holiday and draw inspiration from the area.

The cottage retains much of its history hidden in between the brickwork and exposed beams, adding bundles of character to a well-appointed setup.

On entrance, you come to a hallway, which displays pictures of said artists proudly on the wall, giving you a sense of nostalgia.

This leads to the first double bedroom on the left and a twin straight ahead.

They each have ample storage space, making your stay as comfortable as possible.

Gather with your family and friends and feast on a home cooked meal at the dining table, or curl up on the l-shape sofa, making the most of the open-plan layout.

The kitchen is fully equipped, including a dishwasher and washing machine for your convenience.

Just off from here you can indulge in a hot soak in the family bathroom or freshen up under the shower after a day exploring the wider region.

The front garden offers a lovely picnic area, where you can enjoy a delicious meal, followed by a tasty bottle of wine.

It is fully enclosed and has a small patch of lawn to sit on if you prefer, as well as lockable bike storage.

This location is perfect for walking into the village centre.

Grab your comfy shoes and stroll down to the beach, taking in the familiar sights along the way.

There are footpaths each way you turn, the main one being just across the road from the property.

There is a Post Office and shop and a traditional coaching inn.

The lighthouse is a beautiful sight on the headland, which you can visit on public open days and climb its steps to the lantern.

St. Mary's Church also has a tower, with public open days and views across the deep blue waters of the North Sea.

Happisburgh is within a 15-minute drive of the market towns of North Walsham and Stalham with easy access to the Norfolk Broads, the historic city of Norwich and many other tourist attractions.

The ideal location for a family holiday by the coast.


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Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Baby Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden / Patio
  • Ground Floor Bedroom

What guests are saying

4.9
Based on 162 reviews

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This was our second stay at Hitchens and again it didn't disappoint.

Immaculately presented, home from home and everything you need is provided. Such a great base to explore all of North Norfolk. A quiet location with ample parking and secure garden for your fur baby. The owners are always on hand if required but non-intrusive. The property is a credit to the owners and we would highly recommend this cottage to anyone.

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SteveOct 2026

We had a lovely time, would highly recommend!

Our dog had the lovely enclosed garden which wss very reassuring. All of the places we visited were within half hours drive. A perfect retreat.

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SharonOct 2026

The property was absolutely gorgeous loved the low wooden beams and the brick walls the wooden latched doors.

The property was spacious comfortable and clean with a lovely walled garden for our dogs to enjoy nothing to complain about the cottage had every home comfort you could wish for we had a great stay and would happily go back again very very highly recommended

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AndySep 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

  • Property notes

    Please note: This property accepts a minimum of 3 night stays.

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    15:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    998185

  • Parking

    Off Road Parking

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Allowed

  • Children

    Children and infants welcome

  • Accessibility

    Ground floor

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