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Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions.

Family-friendly cottage in Fakenham

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Exterior
Vine cottage frontage
Vine garden
Garden with Churh view
Vine Front Door

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Great Snoring
  • Place, The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pensthorpe Natural Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, The Granary Theatre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions.

Following extensive restoration and enhancement works which began in October 2023, we re-opened Easter 2024 and so pleased with our guests feedback so far.

Vine Cottage now has a new kitchen, bathroom with bath and shower, new conservation windows and new conservatory with heating.

The grounds have been re-landscaped with its own enclosed garden and a communcal space with gazebo and BBQ area and had a total refit throughout. We have also added a hot and cold doggy shower for our furry guests.

As Vine Cottage is over 300 years old we have unearthed some lovely original features which have been preserved and enhanced for our guests to enjoy.

Vine Cottage is a spacious charming (Grade II listed) 17th century brick and flint cottage with 1 large bedroom with King -size bed and TV with Freeview, bathroom with bath and shower, kitchen with electric oven, microwave, AirFryer and a cosy sitting room with dining area, SmartHDTV, a utility room housing the washing machine and fridge freezer and a sunny conservatory and free Wifi.

The cottage has retained that "home from home" feeling with traditional charm with its own private enclosed garden and off road allocated parking with access to a communal garden area with BBQ area and gazebo.

Located in the sleepy village of GREAT SNORING, with the village church next door it is just 6 miles from Wells-Next-the-Sea the fabulous North Norfolk Coast and close to many local attractions and charming villages. Places such as Holt, Holkham Estate, Royal Sandringham, Houghton Hall, Bickling Estate, Burnham Market, the NT wildlife reserve at Blakeney, Brancaster for the seals, historial Walsingham, Sheringham and Cromer are all within easy reach from the cottage.

We are also dog friendly with plenty of dog walks just round the corner including the Walsingham Way which leads into the historic village of Little Walsingham and plentiful dog friendly beaches nearby.

There are an array of beautiful walks, both coastal and inland with the North Norfolk Coastal path stretching all along from Old Hanstanton to Cromer, plenty of golf courses, fishing, sea fishing, bird watching, nature reserves, a racecourse and some superb restaurants / pubs and many shopping opportunities including some amazing artisan shops with locally sourced produce.

North Norfolk just love their dogs and most are welcome in lots of pubs, restaurants and shops too. Most of the beaches along the coastline are dog friendly too.

A quirky, charming and dog friendly cosy cottage in a quiet location ideal for a relaxing break but does have WiFi included and a Smart HD TV with streaming service available.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to 3 (if all small)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If a dog arrives without the owner's prior knowledge, an extra charge of £20.00 will be asked for.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fakenham

Located in Fakenham, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Norfolk Coast and Blakeney National Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Natural Surroundings. Travelling with kids? Consider Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station and North Norfolk Railway Holt Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Great Snoring

What's nearby

  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pensthorpe Natural Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • The Granary Theatre - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Whin Hill Cider - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Holkham Hall - 17 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 21 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Limes (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fakenham Conservative Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gallery Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shapes Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions.?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Cosy 17th century 1 bed cottage, perfect for couples and furry companions. located?

This family-friendly Fakenham cottage is located by the sea, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Norfolk Coast and Pensthorpe Natural Park. St Mary's Priory and Eceni Study Centre and Permaculture Experience are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vine cottage stay

Beautiful cottage in a lovely central location for all seaside towns. The cottage was comfortable and plenty of room for 2 adults and one dog, we thoroughly enjoyed our week at vine cottage and would certainly visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful. So good, that we had already rebooked it for next year before we left. Such a cozy cottage but with a light airy conservatory to give you the best of both worlds. Secure garden for our dog, fully
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence W., West

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage

Had a brilliant week. Fantastic comfortable cottage. Beautiful location, well placed for local beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing time out

Lovely cottage in a beautiful area plenty of places to explore - great relaxing escape from the normal hectic pace. Dogs loved it too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Snoring!

Lovely cottage in an idyllic setting. Great location and everything you need in a holiday cottage. Karen was great in all her contact with us and the property was clean and cute.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pre Christmas short break

Nice few days in North Norfolk. Cottage a very quiet and peaceful haven to retire to in the evenings….
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vine cottage July 23

Hol with husband and 3 dogs. Lovely cosy cottage in a perfect little village. Love Norfolk cannot wait to return
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vine cottage

A comfortable cottage in a good position for exploring north Norfolk. Lovely walks and beaches all within a 45 minute journey, and we enjoyed visiting Blickling house and Holkham hall on the cooler days.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan Wilcock

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

We had a wonderful holiday in Vine Cottage. Karen and Andy are great hosts and the cottage is in a perfect location for exploring north Norfolk. The cottage is very comfortable and clean and also has lots of character. We would definitely stay at Vine cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

picturesque cottage

Comfy and cosy cottage and garden. Perfect for myself, partner and pooch.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
If your looking forward to a quite and peaceful stay. Vine cottage is just the place. Host is excellent, with good communication. throughout would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay !

Lovely cosy property in a very pretty village. Great location near to beautiful beaches and nature reserves. Dogs had a great time as well and the enclosed garden was perfect for them. Excellent communication from the friendly owners , we had no problems during our stay but I’m very confident any concerns would have been dealt with immediately. Thank you !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay in a fantastic place!

Traditional cottage in a sleepy Norfolk village; my idea of heaven. Couldn't have wished for more. We will definitely book again. The whole area is 'postcard picture perfect'. The wildlife in the immediate area is incredible. A truly memorable holiday. Thanks Karen.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We had the most amazing time. The cottage and surrounding areas surpassed our expectations. Karen’s attention to detail was first class. We will definitely be returning to Vine Cottage as soon as we can.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming rural retreat with good facilities

We had a lovely time at Vine Cottage. The listed cottage is pretty and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped and the private garden is an asset, especially for dogs. The communal parking area is well organised with picnic benches and a washing line. Karen is an excellent host who goes out of her way to make sure her guests are happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison B., Leicestershire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy retreat

From the time of booking to the arrival at the cottage, the hosts were diligent in keeping us informed (especially regarding COVID) and we received a warm welcome on meeting them, going out of their way by leaving flowers, wine and a card for our anniversary. The cottage had everything needed for our stay, and more! Highly recommended for anyone seeking a quiet retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Visit to Norfolk. Vine cottage was absolutely stunning, immaculate, quality furnishings with personal touches to make it feel like home. Quiet with parking. Ideal location for exploring the whole area. Karen was easy to contact, and was great with communication . Will definitely visit again. Highly recommend, Clevency Cottages.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Symon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely week in traditional cottage

Lovely week in traditional cottage in Great Snoring. Private secure little garden which our dog loved. Norfolks amazing beaches within a 20 minute drive. Communication with host excellent and also incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Biscuits and dog treats a lovely touch. Thank you. 😀
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay

A delightful cottage. The host welcomed us with fresh flowers, wine, biscuits and treats for the dogs which was very much appreciated. The cottage was well presented and Karen had gone to a great deal of trouble to supply us with local information, things to do, where to go, all the dog friendly beaches and walks. She was on hand should any problem arise and was extremely helpful making sure we were settled in. If planning a visit to Norfolk I'd highly recommend a stay here. It was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVELY COTTAGE

Lovely cottage with all the equipment we needed and a very comfortable bed. Own parking space. Nice conservatory which is a bonus to watch the evening sun when the day is chilly. Within easy reach of the north Norfolk coast and all at a very reasonable price with a discount for booking a whole week. Hope to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage

The cottage was so cosy, had everything you would need. Location was excellent, in a very quiet village. Totally relaxing place with the added bonus of a garden and parking. The hosts were so lovely, with lots of knowledge of the area. Had the best week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Pat P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage, cosy and quaint set in a quiet village with lots to do in surroundings areas. Lovely welcome gifts for host-nice touch. Only downside is the shower/bath - very hard to have either. If this was sorted it would be great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Norfolk Getaway

Excellent communication with owner, information for arrival was comprehensive, everything we needed. Fabulous stay, would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B F., Cave Creek AZ USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely rest in Great Snoring

All excellent in all respects.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay last minute booking

Fantastic property spotlessly clean, full of charm with a wonderful welcome from the owner. Located perfectly for the North Norfolk coast and not to far from the Broads a perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Karen May

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Family run dog friendly holiday cottages – hoping you’ll love Norfolk as much as we do.

After many years of long hours and commuting, we made a life changing decision that it was time to do something different and hopefully “buy some time” in our later years.

Karen was born in Hampshire and grew up in Africa before returning to the UK settling in Hertfordshire. Karen’s parents had 3 daughters and had a holiday home in Norfolk, a place where she spent many happy holiday years.

Andrew grew up in East London, trained as a Surveyor and spent over 30 years in Construction and Development, his family holidays were a mixture of camping and boating on the Norfolk Broads.

The pull to Norfolk for both of us was a natural next step with this being our first holiday let venture together.

We instantly fell in love with Great Snoring and the charm and character of Clevency Cottages and purchased all three cottages in December 2019. We both love being outdoors and long walks along the coastline and countryside and where better to do this but on the beautiful Norfolk coastline, enjoying the award winning beaches, many of them dog friendly, remarkable nature, the space, big skies, and experiencing the wonderful local people and produce.

Extensive preservation and restoration works have now been completed and we are thoroughly pleased with the end results.

It is always worth sending me an enquiry if your preferred dates looked fully booked - the availability chart may be incorrect so please double check with me.

Why they chose this property

Home from home in a wonderful quiet setting, right on top of everything that north Norfolk can offer. Everything is all within 15/20 mins drive away. The cottage is quirky and very cosy and we are dog friendly too. North Norfolk love their dogs and most pubs, restaurants and shop welcome them too.

What makes this property unique

17th century Grade II listed brick and flint cottage with a view of Great Snoring church from its own enclosed garden. It's own conservatory at the entrance to the cottage is perfect for that relaxing morning coffee. Quirky and perfect for a couple with their furry companions

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