There is something special about going on a self-catering holiday with loved ones. You can choose exactly the kind of accommodation you want, from large houses with outdoor hot tubs and swimming pools to quaint cottages with character, and you can pick exactly where you’d like to be based. There are holiday homes overlooking the sea, tucked away within a forest or placed within a friendly and welcoming village, but whatever you decide to go for, your accommodation will come to feel like a home away from home. If you are having difficulty in choosing where to be based on your self-catering break, then the large village of Terrington St Clement in northwest Norfolk might be somewhere to consider.
Staying in a rented holiday cottage can be great fun. It’s your own private space for the duration of your holiday and you can relax as you would in your own house. You will be able to come and go as you wish, get out of a comfortable bed whenever you feel like it and eat meals as, when and where you prefer.
Your holiday home will have a fully functioning kitchen where you can store away your food and drink the refrigerator and all the cooking and dining facilities that most people require during a self-catering holiday. The joy of accommodation only holidays is that what you eat or drink is fully under your control. This often suits families and finicky eaters.
Located in the northwest of Norfolk, the big village of Terrington St Clement is set in the drained marshlands south of the Wash, which is a large bay and estuary and a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Tthere is much to do in this picturesque village during a holiday with your friends and family. The selection of amenities includes a farm shop, a supermarket, a few takeaway establishments plus two friendly pubs that also serve food for those days when you feel too lazy to bother. There is plenty of self-catering holiday homes to rent in Terrington St Clement and it is a good area to use as a base to explore other parts of Norfolk.
Very close to the village, just seven miles away, is the seaport and market town of King’s Lynn, which makes an excellent day trip. The town is connected to the village by a bus service, so even if you are not driving you can easily visit this bustling town for the day. King’s Lynn is home to three museums, two theatres, gorgeous parks and a pedestrianised shopping area. On Tuesdays, there is also a historic market which makes for a great visit.
Another day trip that is a must for nature lovers is to the nearby Wash National Nature Reserve. Made up of salt marshes and rivers with shallow waters, it is a haven for wildlife, and migrating birds and shellfish can be found in the area. If you are a keen photographer or just like to soak up nature, then you will love a visit here.
For those who enjoy stately homes and are interested in the monarchy, the royal residence of Sandringham Estate is about a thirty-minute drive from Terrington St. Clement. This country estate of Queen Elizabeth II is set in stunning gardens surrounded by enchanting woodlands, and is open to the public to visit, along with the house itself as well.
The coast is also not too far from Terrington St. Clement, and the seaside town of Hunstanton is another wonderful day trip to be had. Its sandy beach makes it popular with families, and there is also a fairground, theatre and bowling alley in the town.
Terrington St. Clement is a lovely village home to a plethora of self-catering accommodation to rent. It is a great choice of settlement for a relaxing break with plenty to do in the area.