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A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Wells-next-the-Sea accommodation with kitchen

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A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, wooden beams, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and various kitchen utensils on shelves.
A traditional stone and brick house with a tiled roof, a white-framed window, and a wooden bench in the garden.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4657 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
  • Place, Norfolk Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Holkham Hall
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wells-next-the-Sea

In Wells-next-the-Sea .At this Wells-next-the-Sea cottage, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of St Mary's Priory and 6 miles (10 km) of Blakeney National Nature Reserve. Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Eceni Study Centre and Permaculture Experience are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Holkham Hall - 22 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 22 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Cromer Beach - 35 min drive - 22.0 miles
  • Sandringham House - 44 min drive - 30.9 miles

Getting around

  • West Runton Station - 22 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bowling Green Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪French's Fish Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wells Crab House - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Perfectly located to explore and enjoy the North Norfolk coast, Honey Barrel Cottage is tucked away at the end of a quiet private drive, offering a peaceful and secluded retreat in the heart of the picturesque village of Stiffkey.

Stiffkey itself is full of charm, with its traditional flint cottages, pantile roofs, and the gentle River Stiffkey—a clear chalk stream—running through the village. Just a short stroll away, you'll find the much-loved Red Lion pub serving great food in a relaxed setting, as well as the popular Stiffkey Stores and Deli, perfect for a morning coffee and something freshly baked in its sunny courtyard.

From your doorstep, footpaths lead directly out into the surrounding countryside and towards the coast, making this an ideal base for walkers and those wanting to explore the area at a slower pace.

The cottage itself is full of character, with lovely original features throughout. On the ground floor, there is a separate dining room overlooking the garden, leading through to a comfortable living room with a beamed ceiling and an inviting fireplace with a log burner—perfect for cosy evenings. The kitchen has a charming retro feel and is well equipped for your stay, and there is also a convenient ground floor shower room.

Upstairs, there is a front-facing double bedroom with exposed beams and a further smaller double bedroom overlooking the garden.

Outside, a private walled garden with a sunny patio provides a quiet space to relax, and there is parking for one car. Please note there is a height restriction on the parking area, so vehicles with roof boxes cannot be accommodated.

One well-behaved dog is welcome, making this a great choice for those looking to enjoy the many walking routes nearby.

Whether you're seeking a peaceful countryside escape or easy access to the stunning North Norfolk coastline, Honey Barrel Cottage offers a cosy and characterful base for your stay.

Please note: The property has a steep cottage staircase.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 657 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

A Self Catering Cottage That Sleeps 4 Guests in 2 Bedrooms
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Frequently asked questions

How close is A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms to the airport?

This cottage is 31.5 mi (58-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms to the beach?

This cottage is 5.2 mi (12-min drive) from Wells-next-the-Sea Beach and 6.6 mi (14-min drive) from Holkham Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms to downtown Wells-next-the-Sea?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Stiffkey.

A self catering cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Cozy cottage stay

The cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. Stiffkey is beautiful village, very quite but a good base to go to other places easily.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell D.

Wow,, worth going again . Weather was hot hot !

Great location for North Norfork. The pub in village Red Lion lovely food , worth a visit . Wild life good too .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

honey barrel cottage

Fabulous stay. Cottage very comfortable and in excellent location. Close to the coast with a lovely village shop and pub. Courtyard garden quiet and peaceful. Cottage has everything you need and we will definitely be visiting again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in a great location

Comfortable and well equipped cottage in a lovely village. Really enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others. Downsides were the very steep stairs and rather too many cobwebs. therestairs nnegatives
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great hideaway for walking the Norfolk Coastal Path.

Generally speaking this was a lovely and very cosy little place to stay. Comfortable, well equipped and within walking distance of shop/cafe and pub. Easy to find and easy to get into. A couple of small things - a proper light-blocking curtain in the main bedroom was needed, and it would have been really helpful to have had a printed list of local places to eat - you don't always want to go online to start researching after a long day's walking. The Red Lion was very good though.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A delightful cottage

We had another wonderful stay at Honey Barrel Cottage. It provides you with everything you need. The weather was cold and windy so we enjoyed evenings in front of the wood burning stove watching some great films from the dvd collection. We slept well in the comfortable bed. The garden is totally secure for our dog and nicely sheltered from the wind. Stiffkey Stores is superb and only a short walk away.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location

Nice cottage in excellent location. The stairs are very steep which is in the description however they are made quite dangerous as they are painted in a gloss type paint which makes them slippery, you need to take socks off and go one step at a time. There is damp in the main sitting room with paint coming off the walls. The cottage was clean but needs attention when you open the windows.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Disappointing, wouldn't go again.

Cottage is located right on the main road which can get very busy and traffic noise really disturbing. I left a day early because I couldn't put up with the noise any longer. Inside was clean but a bit scruffy e.g. the curtains don't fit very well. The lighting isn't good, one small table lamp in each room which isn't bright enough to read by and the main overhead lights very bright and not particularly relaxing. The shower could do with a usable shelf as everything has to go on the floor. The little garden is pretty and secure for dogs and there is plenty of equipment.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Great stay in wonderful North Norfolk location

For our five night stay at Honey Barrel Cottage in Stiffkey, we were extremely pleased with our choice of accommodation and its location in a beautiful part of North Norfolk. The cottage certainly lived up to our expectations, both in its quaintness and character, being typical of the area. The accommodation was very clean and provided all the provisions one would need when self catering; there was even basic food stuffs and complementary milk and biscuits. A very cosy place to stay, set within a courtyard surrounded by other individual flint cottages, this was perfect to soak up the atmosphere of this area of outstanding natural beauty. The weather was not the best during our break, but we did have some nice cosy nights in with our dog. There are some lovely walks around the village, as well as those along the coastal marshes. Evidently, the management of the holiday accommodation by Norfolk stay was very good indeed and everything from the ease of booking through to arrival went smoothly. Just two very minor points of constructive criticism are, the garden vegetation along the path needed some pruning maintenance to prevent wet clothes after rain when walking through, plus just for presentation reasons, the garden furniture was in need of re-varnishing. All in all, we would definitely recommend a stay at Honey Barrel Cottage, if North Norfolk is on your radar for a holiday break
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Autumnal walking glory

The cottage was perfectly placed to explore our location. We walked to Wells during lovely weather and tackled Moreston on a lovely sunny day. The cottage was the ideal place to return to to cook our dinner and relax fir the evening.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Happy Holiday

Cottage as described, and lovelier than expected. Quiet, despite the proximity of the road. Yup, stairs steep & shallow, but good handrail. Location, cottage & garden space suited us two, and our dog, very well. All positive.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A lovely week at Honey Barrel Cottage

Honey Barrel Cottage was the perfect location for our week long stay on the north Norfolk coats with our dog. The cottage is small but just the right size for the three of us. Living in a very old house, as we do, we're well accustomed to and appreciative of the quirks that come with period properties. We very much hope Honey Barrel will become our go-to accommodation whenever we're up in neighbouring Norfolk.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

cosy cottage well positioned

its a small cottage but with everything one needs, and a lovely small outside table and chairs - ideal when the weather is good. Stiffkey is a nice village with an excellent shop and is close to the Norfolk coast path and the bus stop for the excellent Coast Hopper bus service
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021