Guests say
Bumbles Cottage in Cromer offers a peaceful stay with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and a lovely garden. Guests appreciate its cleanliness, quiet location, and suitability for pets. While some minor improvements are suggested, the property is generally well-received for its charm and amenities.
The property is consistently described as clean, with one mention of sofa throws needing a wash. The overall high standard of cleanliness is evident in the reviews.
The cottage's location is praised for its quietness and proximity to beaches and local attractions. The presence of a nearby pub adds to the appeal.
The property is generally considered comfortable, with a cosy bedroom and living space. However, some guests noted issues with heating and seating that could affect comfort levels.
Facilities are well-regarded, particularly the kitchenware and bathroom. Suggestions for additional items and maintenance of outdoor furniture indicate room for improvement.
There is no mention of welcome gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Overstrand 1.7 miles. Resting centrally in Northrepps, near the coastal village of Overstrand in Norfolk is Bumbles, a delightful mid-terrace cottage. Enjoying countryside views to the rear and a convenient location near a host of amenities, Norfolk Coast AONB and The Broads, Bumbles invites four guests and one well-behaved dog, making the ideal base whilst exploring East Anglia. Benefit from designated parking for two cars, before entering the cottage, firstly starting in the homely sitting room; unwind in this space after a day of traversing, complete with a warming electric fire, TV with access to Netflix and Prime. Delve into one of the many books on offer or set up a board game in the dining room/conservatory, as the chef of the family prepares meals in the well-equipped kitchen, ready to enjoy around the dining table.
Watch the sun set over the Norfolk countryside by venturing to the rear garden, also made up for alfresco dining. As the night unfolds, catch some rest in one of two well-appointed bedrooms, including a king-size and a double, both serviced by a spacious bathroom. Kickstart your morning by exploring the surrounding area, where you can stock up on the essentials or grab a bite to eat at a nearby café or restaurant; local favourites include The Foundry (recommended to book), The Gangway in Cromer and Sheringham, West Street Deli in Cromer, and the Grey Seal Coffee in Cromer, Sheringham and Wells.
For attractions, head to the coastline, with Overstrand beach being a popular landscape, due to its golden shoreline and low tide, before visiting Amazona Zoo, touring the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum, or locating the local pier, peppered with eateries, shops and the Pavilion Theatre. Continue towards Sheringham, firstly exploring the pretty grounds of Felbrigg Hall, Gardens & Estate, ahead of boarding the North Norfolk Railway with a plethora of events, completing your day upon the breath-taking Sheringham Beach, lined with colourful beach huts. The Norfolk Broads National Park is reachable by car, dotted with walking trails, boating lakes and wildlife, recommended to explore, before returning home for supper.
Choose Bumbles as your home-from-home.
Just over two miles east of Cromer on the north Norfolk coast is the small seaside community of Overstrand. With a backdrop of gently sloping green hills, it has a public beach with sand, as well as a café, convenience store, pub & restaurant, and several stores. Visit the Overstrand Cliffs geological Site of Special Scientific Interest and nature reserve, which is close to Cromer Lighthouse and the golf club. Cromer itself is nearby and offers a beach lined with colourful beach huts, as well as its Pier & Pavilion Theatre, rnli Henry Blogg Museum, Amazona Zoo, which has 200 rare South American animals, and Cromer Museum, which is housed in a Victorian fisherman's cottage.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room/conservatory.
Sitting room with electric fire
Electric panel heaters with underfloor heating to the ground floor.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, hairdryer.
TV with Freeview and access to Netflix and Prime, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available.
Designated parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with patio and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 1.7 miles.
Note: Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 11am.
Note: Dogs must be kept downstairs and off the furniture.
Note: No shoes upstairs.
Note: Small amount of cleaning products provided.
Note: Sign into Netflix and Prime with personal subscriptions (not included in the rent)
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
Reviews (7)
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Joanne
We were disappointed there was not a small welcome pack especially as no shop in the village. We were also surprised there was no liquid soap in either bathroom. A word of caution the bath is very deep and no grab rail to get out of shower - someone with limited mobility would struggle. Cottage well six for local towns and tourist stuff
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Julie
Bumbles was spotless clean apart from throws on sofa two throws covered them completely and smelled very doggy needed a good wash on inspection of sofa underneath that was even worse so had a throw with me which I put over Only working heating downstairs was an electric hot air blowing fire in living room as electric radiators were locked as summer apparently so rest of downstairs really cold under floor heating only working inadequate in small area in living room so downstairs really cold as all tiles and weather had turned like winter Upstairs was good as all electric radiators worked which was very strange As the weather was wet and cold so spent some time indoors was not a comfortable stay
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Janet
A added bonus was the Founder Arms just a few minutes walk away , the food was excellent. Would love to return agin sometime