A holiday to Norfolk promises to be as action packed as you want it to be. With peaceful countryside, miles of invigorating coastline and numerous lakes and rivers to explore, it is no wonder that holiday cottages in Norfolk are so popular. Our self-catering cottages place you right in the middle of the action with so many sights to see and things to do, and all the while being surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in England.
Holiday cottages in Norfolk are ideally situated for experiencing the Norfolk Broads which are now the UK’s largest protected wetland. Originally formed in medieval times when people dug for peat, the channels were later flooded and used by the Victorians as a transport network. These days their use is purely for pleasure and there are holiday cottages in Norfolk close by. You can hire a boat and discover mile upon mile of serene waterways that are teeming with wildlife. Being flat, the Broads are also great for walking and you can even hire bicycles complete with free route maps that will help you to explore the area along quiet country lanes.
Some of the holiday cottages in Norfolk are situated close to the spectacular coastline, with miles of pristine beaches, rolling sand dunes and safe, shallow water. While some beaches are quiet and unspoilt, others are livelier with funfairs, donkey rides and water sports so there is something to suit everyone. The coastline is also great for spotting wildlife and you can even take an exciting boat trip to see colonies of seals.
If wildlife is your hobby then holiday cottages in Norfolk are ideal. The surrounding countryside boasts various nature reserves such as NWT Hickling Broad Nature Reserve that has nature trails for you to wander around, or you can take a boat ride through its tranquil backwaters. Wildlife here is abundant and you may spot birds such as herons, bitterns, cranes and marsh harriers, as well as butterflies and rare flowers. Also, any angling enthusiasts will not be disappointed when booking a holiday cottage in Norfolk.
If you are missing the hustle and bustle of the city then Norwich is a dynamically diverse place to explore. The city is best seen by taking a tour on an open top bus and its ‘hop on, hop off’ system allows you to spend time at whichever sights take your fancy. All the sights of Norwich are within easy reach when you book a holiday cottage in Norfolk. Alternatively, you might like to take a river cruise and see Norwich from a different perspective, with some boat trips featuring special musical theme nights. Investigate the impressive Norwich Castle which was built by the Normans 900 years ago and marvel at its collection of fine art, archaeology and natural history displays. If you stay at a holiday cottage in Norfolk then you may want to visit Norwich Castle which is ideal for people of all ages and its clever use of technology brings the castle’s history to life. You may also wish to visit Norwich Cathedral with its Romanesque architecture featuring the second tallest spire in England, or the early English Gothic Cathedral of St. John the Baptist with its glorious stained glass windows.
