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The Crib | East Ruston Cottages

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Exterior
Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Happisburgh, Norfolk
  • Happisburgh Lighthouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • East Ruston Old Vicarage
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bacton Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

The Crib | East Ruston Cottages

The Crib is tucked away in the historic coastal Norfolk village of Happisburgh. Walking to the nearby dog friendly beach is easy from the door and you walk to the village pub, shop, historic church and the iconic red and white striped lighthouse. Throughout the house the owners have indulged their true love of dogs and there are many beautiful examples of dog art and tasteful decorations, making the house feel really homely.

ALL ABOUT THE INSIDE:
Boot room/downstairs toilet
Access to the house from the garden/parking is via the very useful room, filled with doggy towels and bowls and all sorts of things you will find useful! The downstairs toilet is just off this. Tiled floor and enclosed if you would like to leave dogs on beds in here to dry out. From here through the pine door into the…

Living room
Large room with window onto street and working Victorian tiled fireplace with plenty of space – sofas, tv, dvd player. Selection of dvds and books, games and magazines. Wooden floor throughout and lots of lovely doggy art!

Kitchen/dining room
Fully fitted painted pine kitchen with plenty of worktop and cupboard space. American style fridge/freezer, built in eye level oven and four ring gas hob, dishwasher and washing machine. Table with enough seating for 5. Slow cooker (both large and small), Nespresso machine. A selection of herbs and spice too. French doors open into the garden

Stairs
Wooden and wide and leading to upstairs landing with antique linen cupboard and towel shelves.

Bedroom 1
Wood framed and charming double bed, pine bedroom furniture and some lovely features.

Bedroom 2
Single bed in a room with a cast iron feature fireplace with tiles and decorative surround. Fitted storage cupboard and a pine chest of drawers with some lovely arty features.

Bedroom 3
Superking bed, wooden framed, brand new mattress and bed linen, large freestanding wardrobe, chair and bedside cupboards. Cast iron feature fireplace with tiles and decorative surround.

Bathroom
Fully tiled with a bath with fitted shower over it and screen, toilet and sink with storage space.

ALL ABOUT THE OUTSIDE:
Parking
Is just past the next door property (Orchard Cottage). Drive up the gravelled drive, past Orchard Cottage parking and you will see the parking at the end of The Crib’s garden with access via the back garden gate.

Back Garden
This is fully enclosed with high, solid fencing (5-6ft with planting one or both sides) and plenty of grass. No gaps for small dogs to get through! Approx 165ft long. Tap and hose outside for washing dogs.

Front garden
Access from the front door into the small, enclosed streetside front garden. Easy access to the high street and Beach Road. You can park on the road outside here if needed.

Property manager

Sue Allen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Norwich

Norwich is home to this apartment. Stalham Firehouse Museum and The Museum of the Broads are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Cromer Golf Club and Lost World Adventure Golf. East Ruston Old Vicarage and Sim-Air are also worth visiting.
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Happisburgh, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Happisburgh Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • East Ruston Old Vicarage - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bacton Beach - 14 min drive - 6.2 km
  • BeWILDerwood - 14 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Cromer Beach - 34 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • North Walsham Station - 17 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happisburgh Hill House Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bluebell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Greyhound Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crib | East Ruston Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Crib | East Ruston Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crib | East Ruston Cottages?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Crib | East Ruston Cottages located?

Situated in Norwich, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Happisburgh Lighthouse and 2 mi (3.2 km) from East Ruston Old Vicarage. Norfolk Broads and Bacton Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Beautiful & Perfect!

We have 6 rescue pugs and our friends have 2 so finding somewhere near the beautiful beach that caters for dogs and finding somewhere that can be equipped enough the minute you mention 8 furries and 4 humans was perfect for us. Huge garden which has the sun pretty much all day was lovely and it was very secure, with parking right outside the backgate helped with the unpacking. We cannot recommend staying at The Crib enough we left yesterday and it was hard to leave, close to Happisburgh village shop where meeting Arthur and Queenie is a treat plus handy for gifts and any bits and bobs needed like milk, jams and doggy icecream! 5 minute walk to the pub where the food is delicious and also dog friendly the location was perfect and we had the best time The accommodation is not just dog friendly they are all above and beyond and designed with the comfort of the dogs in mind. Fabulous welcome pack on arrival with lots of yummy treats for us and Neros treats for the dogs! They provided bowls, towels, spare leads, beds, crates and throws for the furniture so the doggies can sit with us for snuggles, the open fire was amazing in the chilly evenings, we were blessed with sunny days but the nights were still cooler so this was well needed and loved. Helen the owner has really thoughtfully designed this space and everything you could possibly need to perfection and was very responsive if needed, we had no issues but it was nice to know she was there to contact if needed. Happisburgh is beautiful we were very close to the beach which is just beautiful this cottage had everything you could possibly need to give us an amazing relaxing dog friendly place we have already booked to come to The Crib Cottage for April 2026 xxxx
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Great week at The Crib

Great week at the Crib. The property is very well equipped with everything you can think of for both humans and our four legged friend. Fabulous welcome pack waiting for us when we arrived. The (large) garden is very secure and our dog enjoyed having a good sniff around. The location of the property is ideal - opposite the road leading to the beach so within a couple of minutes of leaving the property you can be on the beach. Plenty of things to do in the area. Hope to return again soon as one week was definitely not long enough!
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10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

The Crib

After a very foggy journey we arrived to a very warm and welcoming cottage, lovely big comfortable rooms the owners have thought of everything to make us and our dogs feel welcome. The enclosed garden is wonderful and the dogs had great fun. Added to all the above the beach is less than a 5min walk and the pub 10mins.
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10/10 Excellent

A superb January holiday

Perfect in every way for humans and dogs. Warm and comfortable with a lovely log fire. Spotlessly clean. Excellent position for a 5 minute walk to miles of dog friendly beach. Great garden. We parked up and walked to cafes (all open in January which was a bonus), pubs, and a good shop in Walcott. A very good welcome pack provided. Everything supplied for the dogs which made travelling easier. Best cottage we’ve ever stayed in for a dog friendly holiday. We can’t wait to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property and location

This was a return visit to The Crib and was just as good as we remembered it. There were lovely walks straight from the cottage either to the beach, along the cliff top paths or local footpaths. We had everything we needed in the property and more. The welcome pack was exceptional and delicious! Such a comfortable, cosy cottage with an open fire (and a huge basket of logs, kindling etc). The garden was safe and secure and I never worried about letting our dogs out there as I knew they couldn’t escape. We had a wonderful time and will definitely book again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely homely cottage

Perfect cottage with a fab big garden that our 6 dogs absolutely loved . Plenty of off road parking , the beach is just a few minutes walk away so we didn’t move the car until our return home. We will definitely be back , we really appreciated the welcome goodies for us and our dogs . Lots of feeding bowls and dog beds a real home from home for us all.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful week staying at The Crib. The 3 spaniels really enjoyed exploring the fabulous garden and with the beach only a 5 minute walk away loved swimming and running on the beach. The humans enjoyed their down time too!
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10/10 Excellent

Soraya M.

Beyond our expectations - ERC and The Crib - Highly recommended

Right from our initial enquiry, ERC couldn't have been more helpful. They allowed us to book 6 nights instead of 7, which fitted in with our plans. Having booked with ERC before, we took advantage of the repeat booking discount, and looked forward to our much needed holiday. We had our 11 month old crawling Grandson with us, as well as an active Border Collie and a reactive Jack Russell, so we knew we'd have our hands full. When we arrived (having received some excellent digital guides from ERC about the cottage and area), we were taken aback with the property. An amazing welcome pack with so many items we hadn't expected, both for humans and the dogs! The cottage was warm and welcoming after a long journey, and spotlessly clean. With a crawling baby, our expectations were realistic regarding dogs hairs in hard to reach corners, but it was spotless, even the multiple dog beds had no hairs! That leads me onto the 'dog' equipment and facilities - there was nothing that the owners hadn't thought of: towels, throws, excellent dog beds, a variety of bowls, leads, harnesses and jumpers, even some dog shampoo and an outside hot and cold hosepipe! The kitchen was a great size, and so was the garden (fully enclosed). It wasn't a long walk to the beach and the famous lighthouse, and also close to the local pub which was friendly and welcoming. The open fire was a nice treat after spending time exploring the area. The only downside for us is the distance from home, which rules out weekend stays or anything less than 6/7 nights. But other than that, we would 100% recommend this property - it's actually nicer and bigger than it shows on the website, the pictures don't do it justice. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Another fantastic holiday at The Crib

The cottage is a wonderful home from home. Everything is thought of for dogs and humans. The garden is large and very secure. The cottage is well equipped and the kitchen is fantastic, with everything you could possibly need. It is in a perfect position in the village with a 5 minute walk to the beach or the pub. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent all round!

We had a lovely stay in the Crib. The house and garden was a good size for 4 adults and 2 dogs with private parking. The property is very well maintained and the dogs very well catered for. (Watch out for the rabbits in the garden though!) We (humans and dogs) were left a welcome pack which was very gratefully received. Plenty of local info/maps available. Very quiet village away from touristy areas,but exactly what we wanted!
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent all round!

We had a lovely stay in the Crib. The house and garden was a good size for 4 adults and 2 dogs with private parking. The property is very well maintained and the dogs very well catered for. (Watch out for the rabbits in the garden though!) We (humans and dogs) were left a welcome pack which was very gratefully received. Plenty of local info/maps available. Very quiet village away from touristy areas,but exactly what we wanted!
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent all round!

We had a lovely stay in the Crib. The house and garden was a good size for 4 adults and 2 dogs with private parking. The property is very well maintained and the dogs very well catered for. (Watch out for the rabbits in the garden though!) We (humans and dogs) were left a welcome pack which was very gratefully received. Plenty of local info/maps available. Very quiet village away from touristy areas,but exactly what we wanted!
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10/10 Excellent

Home from Home

This was our 3rd stay at the Crib and it was just wonderful! The feel of this house is so homely and everything makes you feel very welcome. We also love the village of Happisburgh.
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline Z.

We will be booking again

We had a lovely few days here with the dogs. The wooden floors and leather sofas made it much easier to be in than other dog friendly properties we have used. It was really spacious and had many useful things so we could pack light. The owner was super friendly when booking and left a lovely welcome pack. We will certainly be booking again for another stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Dog friendly welcome

We’ve been to The Crib many times and appreciate the dog friendly welcome. It’s always clean and the owners continue to make improvements notably a new kitchen this year. Our rescue dog settles well and it’s extremely comfortable for the humans too.
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay in Happisburgh.

Lovely cottage, very well equipped and to a high standard - it is a super set up and great for humans and canines alike. The owners, Managers and Housekeeper do a great job in terms of administration and maintenance to ensure we had a great holiday. Lovely welcome pack, nice touch. Happisburgh is a nice place, lots of good walks and not too busy.
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10/10 Excellent

Superb dog friendly cottage

Had a great week, wonderful cottage, so so dog friendly & secure garden. Great Welcome Pack, best we have ever had. Great location for exploring, friendly village & good food at the local pub. No doubt we will return!
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Second excellent stay at The Crib

The Crib is such a welcoming and perfect place to stay with everything you could possibly need and more! There is everything you need for both humans and dogs and the position is perfect for excellent walks to the beach and cafes.
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10/10 Excellent

The Crib is just perfect can't wait to return next year

Helen and Chris have thought of everything you could possibly need for a truly dog holiday, the garden at the Crib is totally secure so you can relax knowing that your dog's are safe, the cottage itself is beautiful and the welcome pack we received was incredible thank you Helen, the Crib is short walk along the beach road to the dog friendly Happisburgh beach, Hill House pub is also a very short walk away and does lovely food, We loved so much we are booking for next year
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10/10 Excellent

The crib ( our happy place)

Our second time at the crib four of us and 3 dogs we had the most wonderful time all the comforts of home and great location too Helen the owner has thought of everything and booking with ERC you know everything is going to run smoothly we loved our week so much we rebooked for two more stays while we were there and we can’t wait
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent accomadation!

Just back from our 4th ERC holiday, but first time at THE CRIB" Wow Wow Wow! what a beautiful cottage, amply equipped, and a welcome pack to die for!!Wasn't expecting this! And so very welcoming for our 2 doggies. I'd defy anyone to disagree that there was EVERYTHIG and more for the dogs and ourselves, and so spotlessly clean, so THANK YOU.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Amazing cottage!

We loved this cottage so much that we booked again for next year as soon as we got home! We took our XL bully so it was very important that the cottage and garden were secure and safe. There were gates which we could lock with our own padlocks and the property was secure. Our dog is noise and dog reactive but we found with quiet music on he ignored any sounds from the pedestrians and road outside. The cottage was clean, bright, airy and beautifully furnished. The garden is big and well kept. The owners were very easily contactable and responsive to messages. The whole experience was great. We loved it!
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10/10 Excellent

Super

There really is nothing to fault. From the welcome pack on arrival to the attention to detail this cottage ticks every box for a truly dog friendly experience. Super communication from ERC and the owners, tasteful and comfortable decor …. Blissful king size bed and a huge selection of canine accessories including beds (although Lyra still wants to bring her favourite chair home) I would highly recommend this cottage although that might work again me when I want to book again!
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8/10 Good

Great property

Humans and dogs had a great time in The Crib. A very comfortable, well equipped home with everything you need and more.
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10/10 Excellent

Holiday with the hounds.

It was our second visit to the crib with our 6 dogs and this time took our daughter, her partner, two grandchildren and there dog with us. The crib is absolutely fantastic, everything you could ever wish for plus more. An extra stair gate and travel cot were provided free of charge and a lovely welcome pack for us humans and dogs. Nothing was too much trouble for the owners of the crib and the east rushton team. We would not entertain holidaying with anyone else.

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Hosted by Sue Allen

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