If you are considering going on a self-catering cottage holiday with friends and family, then the county of Norfolk is a brilliant choice of destination. There are many different kinds of accommodation to rent to suit your needs, from baby friendly bungalows to sprawling apartments with swimming pools and hot tubs. Some are set in the heart of the town centre, others are more secluded, and whether you are visiting with just your partner or a much larger group, there is self-catering accommodation all over the county to suit you.
One lovely place in which to rent self-catering accommodation in Norfolk is the market town of North Walsham in the north of the county. North Walsham is home to one of the largest parish churches in the UK, St Nicholas with its crumbling tower that dominates the landscape and overlooks the town centre. The settlement also features the Norfolk Motorcycle Museum and a state-of-the-art theatre and cinema.
Renting a cottage in North Walsham is a great idea for if you want to experience life in East Anglia in a bustling yet quite peaceful town. As it is mostly residential you will feel like a local, but you will be well-situated in order to visit both the coast and the Norfolk Broads, making it an ideal place to use as a base to explore. The Bacton Woods are also nearby which are wonderful to amble through on a woodland walk along the marked trails or to stop off for a picnic beneath the canopies. You can also cycle in the area.
From North Walsham, you might want to take a day trip to the nearby beaches of Bacton less than five miles away. This friendly seaside village is a brilliant spot for viewing grey seals or for simply sitting on the sands and enjoying a good book, and you can watch the children splash about in the sea whilst you soak up the sun – or join in!
A little further afield is the popular resort town of Cromer, ten miles along the coast from North Walsham. Cromer is home to a famous pier, a few museums and plenty of cafes and restaurants to sit in and watch the world go by. It also features a stunning sandy beach which is its main attraction.
There are many lovely holiday homes to choose from in North Walsham for a self-catering break with your nearest and dearest. If you are after a quiet holiday where you can make the most of your cottage yet still be close to the coast and other points of interest, then this market town makes a great base from which to explore nearby attractions on a day trip.