Starboard Cottage
ID: S1323847
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Starboard Cottage receives glowing praise for its charming décor, excellent location near the beach, and dog-friendly amenities. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches from the owner, such as welcome gifts. The village setting, proximity to local shops and pubs, and responsive host are frequently mentioned as standout features. While a few minor maintenance and layout issues are noted, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as immaculate, impeccably clean, and well maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly praised for its proximity to the beach, village amenities, and local attractions, making it ideal for families and dog owners.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, spacious, and well appointed, with super comfortable beds and linens. A few mention minor layout quirks and restricted head height in one bedroom.
The cottage is described as well equipped with thoughtful extras, games, and a dog-proof garden. Some minor issues with appliances and storage are mentioned but do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Guests frequently mention welcome gifts such as cake, wine, and dog treats, as well as the owner’s helpfulness. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This charming ’chocolate box’ thatched cottage is situated in the heart of the coastal village of Winterton-on-Sea. An ideal location for coming to see the seals between November and February.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, CD Player, French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: (No TV), French Doors Leading To Garden
Utility Room: Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Jack And Jill Ensuite Also Accessed From Landing
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Jack And Jill Ensuite Also Accessed From Landing
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating (£30 per week Sept-March, May-Aug by arrangement), gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps in the garden.. This charming ’chocolate box’ thatched, detached holiday cottage is situated in the heart of the coastal village of Winterton-on-Sea. It has been tastefully decorated and furnished. The cottage has exposed beams throughout and offers a welcoming holiday break whatever the season. Set in a quiet crescent just 55 yards from the village pub, renowned for its food. It is just a short stroll to the sandy beach and dunes nature reserve offering miles of peaceful walks. View the local seal colony or enjoy bird watching and walking. Great Yarmouth is 9 miles away for the traditional seaside attractions and the Norfolk Broads is 6 miles away for boat hire, fishing and sailing. For children, Bewilderwood at Horning offers an outdoor tree house adventure with zip wires, jungle bridges, marsh walks and boat trips which all add up to a great day out, or alternatively spend a day in the fine city of Norwich with its cathedrals, Castle Museum and array of shops. Horsey Mill (National Trust) is also to be found locally and worth a visit. There is a free pass for four cars which allows parking on the Winterton Beach car park. Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 55 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are low doorways throughout. Winter fuel supplement of oil central heating, £30 per week payable 1st Sept - 31st March, payable to owner 1 week prior to arrival; (summertime by arrangement).
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (16)
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Emma Goddard
We have just come back from a wonderful holiday in Norfolk and Starboard cottage was a big part of it! Such a beautiful cottage, uniquely decorated and in the best location.They have actually thought about everything in this cottage ,all the things I normally wished I bought were there! As well as games,books, dvds etc.A delicious cake,wine,sweets, dog biscuits even milk were also left by Jan the owner who is always on hand any problems.We loved the pub across the road,the tea room and enjoyed the live music at Seal View.We had the perfect time and cant wait to come back xxxxx
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Confirmed Guest
Starboard Cottage is absolutely beautiful, the location is fabulous, the local cafe and fish and chip shop are a short walk and are both great. The beach is one of the most beautiful I have been to in this country and was not crowded even in the August week we were there. We had a problem locking the French doors one evening and the owner came round the next morning after I messaged her, such a good service.There are a couple of things we had an issue with, the freezer in the kitchen desperately needs defrosting, we couldn’t use the top drawer at all and the other two drawers were difficult. We also found the fridge quite small for six people, we couldn’t get all our vegetables in after our Tesco delivery. It did say in the description that there was a fridge/freezer in the kitchen and a freezer in the utility room but there wasn’t. Perhaps the details need updating.The description of bedroom 2 and 3 is also slightly misleading, it says the en-suite is accessed from the landing for both rooms when, in fact, it is a ‘jack and Jill’ shower room, separate doors from each bedroom into the shower room. This proved slightly difficult for us and the head height is quite restricted.. My adult daughter and I had to use the smallest of the bedrooms as we couldn’t put a 5 year old in the room with the stairs quite near the bed with nothing to stop her falling if she got up in the night. This room could really do with a bit more storage for undies etc, there is no space for a chest of drawers. As much as I loved this cottage, the bedroom/ shower room situation would prevent me from booking again but after speaking to the owner I discovered that she has other cottages in the village which may suit our family unit much better.Although there were a couple of issues for us I would definitely recommend staying in this beautiful cottage, it is so tastefully decorated and we all really appreciated the lovely cake and bottle in the fridge.We will definitely return to Winterton on sea, thank you Jan for a lovely holiday in your gorgeous chocolate box cottage.
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Ken Underhay
Great cottage, great location and pub.Wonderful friendly people and a great expanse of beach. Jan the owner was always available and very helpful.No wonder so many people go back to this lovely village year after year.