Blackbird Cottage - Blakeney, Norfolk

Announcement: 10-17 March..cosy retreat so close to quay, logburner, parking, lovely garden, freeview tv x 2, perfect for couples and families of four (plus cot). Week/c 10th our last availability in March. Please check our website for more details.

A great base in all seasons for your holiday or short break in Blakeney, Blackbird Cottage is snug for couples of all ages and highly suitable for young families due to the pretty, sunny, safe and secure garden. As a single storey property it is an ideal coastal quayside retreat for those less mobile around winding or narrow stairs and spaces.

Week commencing 10th March currently available.

Refurbished by the owners of the adjacent Counting House, this bright, two bedroomed property is in a lovely location set back just slightly from the quayside and coastal path. Originally part of period barns belonging to Manor Farm, now The Manor Hotel, Blackbird is hidden away on Mariner's Hill and offers:

ACCOMMODATION

•main bedroom with Feather and Black kingsize bed (now with freeview tv) and a smaller twin bedroom

•dual aspect sitting room overlooking gardens with new sofas and lovely furnishings

•woodburnng stove, 32 HDTV with freeview, dvd, video, cd and radio

•hand painted kitchen open plan to dining area with garden views

•'retro' style fridge and freezer, Indesit dishwasher, microwave and toaster, etc

•plenty of kitchen utensils, white crockery and glassware

•new bathroom with bath, powerful shower, underfloor heating, heated towel rail

What’s Included

•afternoon tea tray set for arrival

•complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer for your holiday convenience

•books, magazines, cd’s, dvd’s and games

•plenty of holiday information and guides

•starter basket of logs, Oct to March

•complimentary bottle of wine

Also included in the tariff:

•electricity and heating

•top quality bed linen, pillows, duvets, etc

•towels – a bath sheet and hand towel per guest

•bath mat in bathroom and one hand, two tea towels in kitchen

For Our Younger Visitors

•toys, books, videos, dvd’s for all ages

•safe and secure outdoor grassy space to enjoy

•picnic basket, crabbing buckets, lines and games

•highchair and travel cot upon request, we simply ask you provide bedding

Blackbird has been a much loved cottage over the years with many regular visitors and we hope our guests continue to enjoy this special corner of Blakeney.

“To say that we are looking forward to our stay is indeed an understatement. Every time we book a holiday at Blackbird the arrival date cannot come fast enough, as we love the cottage and Blakeney so much. Mr and Mrs F. Blackbird Cottage now has a WOW factor! Mr and Mrs W. Very sad we hadn't booked two weeks! Vincent family

GARDEN - a real safe and secure bonus

•lawn and gravel areas, perfect sunny setting, adjacent to The Counting House on Mariners Hill

•sheltered by a listed flint wall

•rotary drier, Weber BBQ, arbour and summerhouse (where we keep the outdoor games)

•plenty of garden furniture

•a peaceful location so close to the quayside

PARKING

Private, allocated parking for cars or dinghy – valuable assets in Blakeney!

Close to the quayside and start of the coastal path, our guests are so near to everything required for a great holiday.

Upon leaving the cottage gate you turn into Mariners Hill with wonderful views over the wildfowl ponds, dinghy park and marshes and, of course, the first steps for the coastal path to Cley or Morston and beyond.

A short walk over or around Mariner’s Hill, less than a minute if you don’t stop to admire the amazing view, leads you to the High Street with Moorings Bistro and Coffee Shop on your right and the White Horse pub and restaurant directly in front of you. A torch is provided for late trips out! Also in the High Street, Blakeney Deli and gift shops.

A brief stroll across the scenic quayside takes you to the well stocked supermarket, a fishmongers and another pub. You will find two hotels, an ice cream kiosk and refreshment caravans at the quayside.

Further information is provided about North Norfolk, Blakeney, boat trips, walks, beaches, golf, bird watching, coastal walks and cycling, places to visit and places to dine.