Driftwood Cottage | Heacham | East Anglia | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

Outstanding

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

46 Customer Review(s)

Heather
January 2023

“Excellent .”

The cottage is warm and cosy with everything you need for a lovely stay. The whole property is beautifully presented. The welcome pack was a nice addition. Please leave a vacuum cleaner/ broom in the cottage, I like to leave a property as we found it ! 9 am is very early as a departure time, another hour would have been appreciated! Clare thank you for your hospitality...we loved it.

The cottage is warm and cosy with everything you need for a lovely stay. The whole property is beautifully presented. The welcome pack was a nice addition. Please leave a vacuum cleaner/ broom in the cottage, I like to leave a property as we found it ! 9 am is very early as a departure time, another hour would have been appreciated! Clare thank you for your hospitality...we loved it.

- Heather, January 2023

Glad you enjoyed your stay, there is a hoover and brush in the cupboard in hall however I will put a note on the door to inform guests. We have changed from 10am to 9am as quite a number of guest we’re leaving later than 10. This then means we are late starting the clean for the next guests. We will however let guests stay later when there is no one in on the same day. Thanks for your feedback, Claire Property Owner
Bridget November 2022

“Spotlessly clean and very comfortable.”

Convenient and quiet location. In short a perfect holiday cottage. Thankyou

- Bridget, November 2022
Gillian October 2022

“A beautiful cottage.”

Great attention to detail. Good quality towels and bed linen & comfy mattresses. Well equipped. Lovely little touches with pictures and ornaments relating to seaside and Norfolk

- Gillian, October 2022
Lynn October 2022

“Driftwood cottage is the loveliest cottage we have ever stayed in.”

It was just perfect. The beds sofa & chairs were very comfortable it was spotlessly clean even the garden was well kept. There were plenty of games and books to keep you entertained on a wet day. We couldn't fault it would highly recommend a stay there. Thank you Clair for letting us stay at Driftwood cottage.

- Lynn, October 2022
Louise September 2022

“Was so well equipped and exceptionally clean and high quality bedding and towels,really didn’t want to leave.”

Good communication from Claire.

- Louise, September 2022
Janet September 2022

“We initially found the property hard to find as one end didn't seem to have a road sign on it and it just looked like somebody's drive.”

- Janet, September 2022
Susan June 2022

“Lovely cottage and garden.”

Near to all local amenities and excellent bus service close by.

- Susan, June 2022
Clive April 2022

“Great Cottage with everything you need for a Holiday Friendly owner who was really helpful”

- Clive, April 2022
Tracey April 2022

“A lovely cottage.”

Beautifully decorated. Owners were very helpful and the welcomed pack was great. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay.

- Tracey, April 2022

Thanks for your positive feedback. Pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Elizabeth March 2022

“This is our second visit to this cottage and it remains an excellent place to stay.”

The cottage is in a good location and is well decorated and very well equipped. A lovely holiday experience.

- Elizabeth, March 2022

Thanks for staying at our cottage again. Glad you enjoyed your stay and we appreciate your positive feedback Property Owner
Michelle February 2022

“Gorgeous cottage, I don’t feel the pictures do it justice.”

We stayed here for 5 weeks and it was like a home from home. Clean, well equipped and nicely decorated. The owners are friendly and helpful. Heacham is great village with lots of local amenities too.

- Michelle, February 2022
Steven February 2022

“Brilliant cottage ,it has everything you could want , The weather was not great but no one can control that , the cottage as shops, pubs and other amenities within walking distance, plus the owner kept in touch ,all in all a fantastic stay .”

- Steven, February 2022

Glad you enjoyed your stay.. hopefully you can return at sometime for some sunny weather Property Owner
Julie January 2022

“Lovely cosy cottage providing everything you need for a home from home stay”

- Julie, January 2022
Lynne October 2021

“This is one of the best cottages we've stayed in.”

It felt warm and welcoming straight away. Lovely welcome pack which was so nice after a long drive..The cottage is well thought out and is very well equipped. Extremely clean. The decor is lovely and really suits the property. The beds are very comfortable and we slept so well. Very quiet area. It has sensible check in/ out times. Which meant we could use our first afternoon to start exploring the area. The area has great bus service which we used to walk the coastal path. There's a great pub close by that brews its own beer and does good food. We had a great holiday and would definitely go back again.

- Lynne, October 2021
Tim October 2021

“Extremely comfortable and well equipped cottage in a great location for exploring the surrounding area.”

The owner was very helpful and left a very generous welcome pack which was there when we arrived.

- Tim, October 2021
Anthony May 2021

“Our second stay.”

Location really convenient for so much that is great about Norfolk (countryside, beaches, pretty villages). The cottage is quiet and cosy - we had a really nice time.

- Anthony, May 2021
Shirley May 2021

“An excellent cottage in a lovely part of Norfolk.”

Claire the owner was very friendly and helpful. The cottage had everything we needed to make our holiday successful. Would love to return in the future!

- Shirley, May 2021
Jayne April 2021

“Really well presented, comfortable and well equipped property.”

Owner very helpful in providing information about amenities available locally. Would happily recommend.

- Jayne, April 2021
Helen December 2020

“Beautiful cottage and ideal location for a quiet get away”

- Helen, December 2020
Pamela October 2020

“The owner Claire has a lovely cottage suitable for adults & children in a nice location.”

Beach, shop & takeaways all within 5 to 15 minutes walk & Lidl supermarket a short drive. Due to Covid 19 no property information or brochures were available so Claire sent info through WhatsApp. We would definitely like to return here.

- Pamela, October 2020
Daniel October 2020

“A really nicely decorated cottage in the heart of Heacham.”

Host easy to contact and quick to respond. We had a great stay and would use again.

- Daniel, October 2020
Angela October 2020

“Driftwood Cottage was lovely and we felt at home as soon as we got there.”

It was very welcoming. We were really impressed with the quality and attention to detail that the owners had shown with the decor and furnishings. Even though they couldn't leave out any brochures or books etc because of Covid, they sent us information about places to eat and visit and made sure we had all we needed. It was quiet and peaceful but close to local shops and places to eat. We were just a couple but I would thoroughly recommend Driftwood Cottage to anyone and we would certainly go again.

- Angela, October 2020
David October 2020

“We enjoyed our stay at the delightful Driftwood cottage, Heacham.”

The cottage has all the facilities you need to be comfortable and cosy, with a lovely coastal themed decor. The cottage is close to the beach for walks and the village has a small Tesco and fish and chip shop. We found it to be a great base for exploring the coastal villages of Wells, Sheringham, Cromer and Hunstanton. We looked forward ,after a busy day exploring , to spending a relaxing evening in such a beautifully presented and maintained home.The owner is lovely and friendly and happy to be of help. We were sad to leave such a lovely, inviting place and we hope to return.

- David, October 2020
Charles September 2020

“Yes, we had a lovely time in this very cosy cottage, so close to the beach and perfect for our needs.”

We very much enjoyed the coastal path walks and the area in general.

- Charles, September 2020
Clive September 2020

“Really nice comfortable Cottage Well equiped & located in a the centre of the ...”

Really nice comfortable Cottage Well equiped & located in a the centre of the village close to facilities Would recommend

- Clive, September 2020
Sally July 2020

“The cottage was thoughtfully decorated to create a seaside atmosphere and had all the facilities we needed.”

Everything functioned well and was ideal for a family of four including 2 teenagers who could have their own rooms. An extra couple of fans would be useful for the bedrooms as it was very hot when we were there. Thankfully we’d brought our own. Overall a lovely place to stay.

- Sally, July 2020
Sandra July 2020

“I have already sent feedback for this cottage.”

A fabulous little cottage and we had a wonderful holiday. Thank you.

- Sandra, July 2020
Ryan July 2020

“What can we say.”

We had an amazing stay at Driftwood. Heacham is a cute little village and this cottage is right in the center. An amazing base to explore the North Norfolk coast from and its about a 15-20 minute walk to the beach with beautiful sunsets. The cottage itself is so comfortable with great facilities. We cooked and BBQed there and didn't lack for anything. Would highly, highly recommend and would stay there again!

- Ryan, July 2020
David March 2020

“A beautifully presented and well equipped property close to the centre of the village and it’s amenities.”

We will definitely endeavour to stay there again. Unfortunately due to the Coronavirus situation all the local attractions were closed by the time we arrived. We picked up on some local hostility towards visitors due to the health situation and, with respect to the concerns of the local community and the prospect of an imminent national lockdown, we cut our holiday short after only two days. In the event the PM announced restrictions on movement and non essential travel within 24 hours of our arriving home. A little support and advice from Sykes with respect to whether to travel at all and possible refunds (there were none) would have been most appreciated in these difficult times.

- David, March 2020
Joseph February 2020

“We had a lovely weekend away here.”

The cottage was really cosy and clean and it was in a great location for the beach.

- Joseph, February 2020
Jonathan February 2020

“Totally fantastic cottage and will try to go again in the future.”

It had everything we needed and lots of things we didn't expect. Fully quipped kitchen, lots of games and films for the children. Clear instructions for operating the various features in the house and wonderful welcome basket of goodies. Our Children usually struggle with a change of environment but they treated this cottage like our own home and we had a wonderful time (Even considering the terrible weather we had!) Thanks!

- Jonathan, February 2020
Kevin December 2019

“Struggled with the cooker no instructions signs been wiped off dials”

- Kevin, December 2019

Thank you for your feedback. This is really important to us in order to help us make any necessary improvements that will benefit both our current and future customers. There are now instructions on how to use the cooker. We hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Chris November 2019

“There was gas pipe work going on while we were there.”

The main street down to The Drift was closed off for three days. Luckily the company doing the work left a map of the roads around the Drift otherwise we would have been struggling to find a way in and out of the road. I don't think it was anyone's fault particularly but it would have been helpful if the cottage's owners had warned us beforehand: we might have changed the dates to make life easier for us ( I am coming up to 80 and unforeseen events aren't as easy to manage as they once were.) Apart from that the cottage was warm, well-equipped and well-maintained but I would prefer a cottage with a bit more space around it and a bit more of a parking area - no way could you fit 2 cars in front of the house.

- Chris, November 2019
Shelley September 2019

“Fabulous cottage in lovely village, every need catered for and welcome pack with wine, tea, coffee, sugar was very well received!”

would definitely book again if in the area

- Shelley, September 2019
Rachael August 2019

“A wonderful cottage which was so welcoming.”

The basket of goodies on arrival was a real treat. The owners could not have done more to make the stay a success. A great beach and loads of amenities on your doorstep, we didn’t need to use the car at all.

- Rachael, August 2019
Stephen April 2019

“This lovely cottage is down a quiet lane in the village of Heacham and provided a great base for exploring North Norfolk.”

The owners have made sure the house is very clean and comfortable and there's a good selection of board games, jigsaws and DVDs provided should you find yourself stuck indoors on a rainy day. we were very lucky with the weather so were able to take advantage of the garden area which is well set up with a bench, dining furniture for 6 and a barbecue. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this accommodation

- Stephen, April 2019
Clare March 2019

“This was my second visit to Driftwood Cottage.”

Perfect place to stay, everything you need and more is in the cottage you've very well catered for. Great location, quite village, close to the beach and the locals are all friendly. I'm sure I'll be back for a third time as there is still plenty to see and do in that part of Norfolk.

- Clare, March 2019
Andrea February 2019

“We spent another fantastic family holiday at this cottage.”

Warm, welcoming and clean. The children loved watching the dvds and playing with the board games at the cottage. It was great to be able to visit family nearby. Highly recommend the fish and chips, less than 5 mins walk away. Also there is a tesco mini a short walk away which was really handy for last minute snacks and meals after a day exploring. Can't wait to come back.

- Andrea, February 2019
Kenny October 2018

“Beautiful well equipped traditional Norfolk cottage.”

Everything you could need was available. Quiet location if you wanted a peaceful break. The gravel road to the property isn't the easiest to access if you had a big vehicle and the pull in parking isn't the biggest of off-road parking. Sometimes a motor bike and cars weren't always well parked at the end of the road. It would not put us off staying here again and would definitely recommend it. We love the North Norfolk area having stopped here on many occasions.

- Kenny, October 2018
Janet September 2018

“Lovely cottage, wonderful area to visit.”

- Janet, September 2018
Rebecca December 2017

“What a gem!”

This thoroughly lovely cottage manages to be both modern and cosy and was an ideal winter getaway. Beautifully decorated and furnished, with lots of comfy cushions and cosy blankets. Which, weren't really needed as the heating was fantastic, not to mention the lovely log burner. We visited the week before Christmas and arriving to find the cottage decorated with a tree, lights and little other festive touches made it really special. A pub with a micro brewery round the corner, fantastic farm shop at Norfolk Lavender (and butchers in the village) plus other great pubs nearby with a range of food and local ales on offer,meant we were spoiled for choice between eating in and going out. We did several walks - one from the house itself (to Hunstanton along the beach and on to Holme next the sea). The coastal hopper bus is very useful. If you have children, you'll love the selection of board games and mini table football. The 4-player connect 4 was good fun, even for two people! We absolutely loved our stay at 11, The Drift and highly recommend it to couples, friends and families alike.

- Rebecca, December 2017
Julia October 2017

“The cottage is a gorgeous property, very well equipped with plenty of delightful furnishings.”

There was also a generous welcome pack waiting for us which was a lovely surprise. The owner also messaged us to make sure we had settled in ok which we felt was a nice touch. No complaints whatsoever, it was a perfect place to stay and would love to visit again.

- Julia, October 2017
Jo October 2017

“The cottage was amazing, clean, warm and a lovely homely feeling.”

Spotless inside and a lovely welcome basket too! I would highly recommend it

- Jo, October 2017
Jacqueline August 2017

“The cottage was a great find.”

Beautifully decorated with so many personal touches. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return at some point.

- Jacqueline, August 2017
Paul August 2017

“11 The Drift is a wonderful cottage, offering a good level of comfort with lovely decor.”

A welcome hamper was well received, we were also impressed with the cleanliness of the cottage. Would highly recommend and stay again. The area has lots of activities to suit all the family. The fair & Sealife centre in Hunstanton was a big hit with the children, and so too was the animal park at Norfolk Lavender, Heacham. This is also a great place for gifts, plants and local food. A real delight is a visit to Drove Orchards farm, the shop has some wonderful local produce which is a must for everyone. Would highly recommend Eric's fish & chips, located next to Drove Farm shop. The beaches offer something for everyone, from lively seaside to tranquil escape & lots of wildlife.

- Paul, August 2017
Jacqueline August 2017

“Immaculate holiday cottage with really comfortable accommodation.”

Well equipped, the owners have provided everything you need for a great holiday. Super friendly village, only 15-20mins walk to the beach. Good location, near to Sandringham, many lovely beaches and quaint coastal villages. Would highly recommend.

- Jacqueline, August 2017

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x twin, 1 x adult bunks
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Dining room
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher
2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for 1 car
Enclosed courtyard garden with patio, furniture and barbecue
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 1.2 miles

The property

At the heart of the Norfolk beach village Heacham is the idyllic Driftwood Cottage. This holiday home is immaculately furnished throughout and ideal for a family retreat or seaside getaway close to the unspoiled Norfolk coastline. An inviting twin room, a second bedroom with bunk beds, and a double bedroom with a TV and DVD player are all located on the first floor. After a day at the beach, the family bathroom provides both a bath and shower so you can wash off the day’s adventures however you prefer. No matter what the weather is outside, the soothing crackle of the woodburning stove in the sitting room provides the perfect place to relax with a good book or film after a day full of exploration. You have everything you need in the well-equipped kitchen to cook up some delectable meals to enjoy in the family dining room. A utility room connects to the patio and garden area which houses a barbecue; on sunny evenings why not fire it up and indulge in an alfresco affair? A good selection of stores and taverns are located in the village centre, which is only a short stroll away; as is the lovely sandy beach where you can enjoy evening strolls under the iconic sunsets that this area is known for. Explore the area’s royal roots by venturing to the nearby Sandringham Estate where you can tour its extensive grounds and woodland or admire its collection of royal artefacts. A plethora of classic coastal attractions, such as amusements, a sea life centre, or even a ride on the wash monster out into the wash to see the seals, are available at nearby Hunstanton. You can enjoy these boat rides in and around the wash in any number of quaint fishing villages dotted along the Norfolk coast, including Wells and Blakeney which both boast their own attractions, nature reserves, historic sites and of course stunning beaches. Expect all this and more at Driftwood Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

HEACHAM

Hunstanton 2.5 miles; King's Lynn 15 miles.

Heacham is a large village located on the West Norfolk coastline, on The Wash, boasting a lovely family friendly sandy beach, ideal for jet skis, kitesurfing and windsurfing. The village has many cottages built from Carstone, which is a feature of this part of Norfolk, and also offers a good range of shops, restaurants and country pubs. Within walking distance is Caley Hall, home to Norfolk Lavender with its sweet smelling lavender fields, and Heacham Hall, owned by John Rolfe, who brought his young bride Pocahontas to England to live at the hall (in the local church of St Mary you will find a memorial to her). This part of Norfolk is renowned for its abundance of birdlife throughout the year, with several local RSPB sites, while within easy driving distance is Pensthorpe Nature Reserve and Gardens, as seen on BBC's Springwatch. Nearby Hunstanton offers traditional seaside entertainment including a sealife centre, while The Queen's Sandringham Estate is just a 15 minute drive.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Excellent .”

“Spotlessly clean and very comfortable.”

“A beautiful cottage.”

“Driftwood cottage is the loveliest cottage we have ever stayed in.”

“Was so well equipped and exceptionally clean and high quality bedding and towels,really didn’t want to leave.”

“We initially found the property hard to find as one end didn't seem to have a road sign on it and it just looked like somebody's drive.”

“Lovely cottage and garden.”

“Great Cottage with everything you need for a Holiday Friendly owner who was really helpful”

“A lovely cottage.”

“This is our second visit to this cottage and it remains an excellent place to stay.”

“Gorgeous cottage, I don’t feel the pictures do it justice.”

“Brilliant cottage ,it has everything you could want , The weather was not great but no one can control that , the cottage as shops, pubs and other amenities within walking distance, plus the owner kept in touch ,all in all a fantastic stay .”

“Lovely cosy cottage providing everything you need for a home from home stay”

“This is one of the best cottages we've stayed in.”

“Extremely comfortable and well equipped cottage in a great location for exploring the surrounding area.”

“Our second stay.”

“An excellent cottage in a lovely part of Norfolk.”

“Really well presented, comfortable and well equipped property.”

“Beautiful cottage and ideal location for a quiet get away”

“The owner Claire has a lovely cottage suitable for adults & children in a nice location.”

“A really nicely decorated cottage in the heart of Heacham.”

“Driftwood Cottage was lovely and we felt at home as soon as we got there.”

“We enjoyed our stay at the delightful Driftwood cottage, Heacham.”

“Yes, we had a lovely time in this very cosy cottage, so close to the beach and perfect for our needs.”

“Really nice comfortable Cottage Well equiped & located in a the centre of the ...”

“The cottage was thoughtfully decorated to create a seaside atmosphere and had all the facilities we needed.”

“I have already sent feedback for this cottage.”

“What can we say.”

“A beautifully presented and well equipped property close to the centre of the village and it’s amenities.”

“We had a lovely weekend away here.”

“Totally fantastic cottage and will try to go again in the future.”

“Struggled with the cooker no instructions signs been wiped off dials”

“There was gas pipe work going on while we were there.”

“Fabulous cottage in lovely village, every need catered for and welcome pack with wine, tea, coffee, sugar was very well received!”

“A wonderful cottage which was so welcoming.”

“This lovely cottage is down a quiet lane in the village of Heacham and provided a great base for exploring North Norfolk.”

“This was my second visit to Driftwood Cottage.”

“We spent another fantastic family holiday at this cottage.”

“Beautiful well equipped traditional Norfolk cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, wonderful area to visit.”

“What a gem!”

“The cottage is a gorgeous property, very well equipped with plenty of delightful furnishings.”

“The cottage was amazing, clean, warm and a lovely homely feeling.”

“The cottage was a great find.”

“11 The Drift is a wonderful cottage, offering a good level of comfort with lovely decor.”

“Immaculate holiday cottage with really comfortable accommodation.”

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About the location

HEACHAM