Guests say
Seagulls is a well-placed, spacious cottage in Holt, offering outstanding views over the Blakeney marshes and easy access to local amenities, walks, and wildlife. Guests praise its large garden, family-friendly features, and suitability for nature lovers. The property is comfortable and well-equipped, with many returning visitors. While most reviews are positive, a few mention dated decor, cleanliness concerns, and some maintenance issues. Overall, Seagulls is highly recommended for families and groups seeking a traditional Norfolk holiday in a beautiful setting.
Most guests found the property clean and well-presented, but several reviews mention issues such as dust, cobwebs, and a need for a deep clean. These mixed experiences suggest generally good but occasionally inconsistent standards.
The location is consistently praised, with guests highlighting the stunning marsh views, proximity to Blakeney Quay, local shops, and easy access to walks and attractions. The setting is a standout feature.
The cottage is described as comfortable, spacious, and homely, with good heating and suitable for all ages. Some mention dated furnishings and steep stairs, but overall comfort is highly rated.
Facilities are well regarded, with a large garden, toys for children, telescope, parking, and a well-equipped kitchen. A few guests noted maintenance issues and dated decor, but most found everything needed for an enjoyable stay.
Some guests appreciated thoughtful touches like toys for children and a telescope, while others noted the absence of a welcome pack or gifts. Please note that welcome gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
In a quiet location with the first floor living room giving spectacular views across Blakeney salt marshes..
Ground Floor:
Dining room: Woodburner
Kitchen: Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Bidet, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player.
Oil central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Cot and highchair. Payphone. Garden with garden furniture and barbecue and sandpit. Private car parking.. Seagulls enjoys far-reaching, spectacular views across the Blakeney salt-marshes from full-length windows in the first floor living room. It is set at the end of a quiet no-through road with a secluded garden. Over the road is the village playing field with tennis courts. Inside, the house is warm, convenient and attractive - practical for families with children, yet well-furnished to be relaxing and comfortable for the older generation. The well-equipped retro kitchen leads to the dining room which boasts a cosy wood burner.
Blakeney Quay is a short walk past the village shop (with bacon for the ever-obliging crabs). From here is access to the marsh or up to the village. Blakeney is a bird-watcher’s paradise; the coastal path runs in front of the house, there are seals at Blakeney Point, and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside walks. The historic little town of Holt is close by and offers a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, cafés and weekly markets. Within a few minutes’ drive is Holt Lowes, an area renowned for wildlife, designated as both a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation. Also worth a visit is Holt Country Park with its wealth of bird life, as well as other rspb reserves. The region has several stately homes such as NT Blickling and Felbrigg Halls, Holkham Hall and Houghton Hall. Other interesting days out include visits to Sheringham Park, and Walsingham Shrine and Priory ruins. Sheringham offers golf and is home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash aqua pool, a promenade and a pier. Within easy driving distance is Norwich with its excellent shopping, restaurants, cathedral, theatre, pubs, cinema and markets. Wells-next-the-Sea is 5 miles and Holkham’s vast sandy beach is just 8 miles. Windsurfing, dinghy launching, sailing and boat trips are all available locally. Shops 100 yards.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (23)
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John Harris
Excellent in every respect. This was our firth consecutive visit and we will be back! The location is excellent with a very short walk to the Quay with its attractions and close to good shopping and very easy parking.The house is very comfortable for all ages.
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Confirmed Guest
Seagulls was just what we needed for our extended family group. It was comfortable and well equipped. The location was ideal for the facilities in Blakeney. The large garden with the Wendy house made supervision of young grandsons a lot easier. The only thing we missed were tools for the bbq. Definitely recommended.
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Alison Chapman
Excellent location. Very well fitted out family holiday home. The children loved the garden and we had many evenings of eating outside.