The Old Victoria - period coastal cottage Stiffkey

The Old Victoria is a converted brick and flint pub in the charming coastal village of Stiffkey bordering the Stiffkey Freshes salt marsh reserve, sleeps 6-8 Period charm throughout with timber framed ceilings, large open fire living space, separate snug with its own wood burner. Modern amenities include fully equipped kitchen with AGA, Sauna, king bedroom, double bedroom, twin room & kids bunk room, two bathrooms, BBQ, sun deck, garden, enclosed courtyard, dedicated parking for two cars The space This welcoming property is a short walking distance from Stiffkey Stores which serves warm pastries for breakfast and the best coffee in North Norfolk as well as providing all essential supplies. It is also a short walk from the Stiffkey Red Lion for drinks and an excellent lunch and dinner menu including locally sourced crabs and lobsters. *Location* The Old Victoria is located at the end of the village, surrounded by tranquil farm land and well away from the busy coastal road with views across open fields A moments walk from the river Glaven, stiffkey stores and the red lion pub Walk out onto the stiffkey salt marshes and beach within 3 minutes *Amenities* The property is full of character incorporating traditional features with an open plan living space which will be cosy for groups of 3-6 or comfortable accommodation for groups of 8 Guests are also welcome to BBQ and have camp fires / toast marsh mallows in the fire pit area or the garden or enjoy the sun trap decking with views into open countryside Key features include: Morning and afternoon sun with south facing garden Outside space - table, chairs and bench BBQ Broadband Sauna Large living room with open fire Cosy snug with wood burner, piano and TV / DVD Two large bathrooms (includes walk in shower in one and bath with shower in the other). Upstairs bathroom has Jack & Jill access from hallway on one side and a bedroom on the other side Newly reconditioned electric Aga with hot plate, simmering plate, roasting oven, simmering oven 32 inch wide screen TV and DVD Designated parking space for three cars / vehicles Microwave Toaster Kettle Fridge Glasses, cups, crockery & cutlery Tea & coffee provided Towels & bed linen provided *Dogs* We are dog lovers ourselves and welcome upto three well behaved dogs at an additional £30 per dog *Stiffkey Village* Stiffkey is a small village on the Norfolk Norfolk coast comprising: Church Red Lion Public House serving an excellent menu of locally sourced produce and seafood Stiffkey Stores comprising artisan bakery, coffee, post office, homeware and food essentials Village hall Cricket club Stiffkey freshes salt marsh with views along the coast to Blakeney point and Wells Coastal Hopper bus service stop is 2 minutes walk away, travelling at regular Intervals both east and west along the North Norfolk Coast *Super markets* There are also a number of local super markets close by including: Co-Op - Well-Next-Sea (8 minutes drive) Budgens - Holt (12 minutes drive) Spar - Blakeney (12 minutes drive) *Pubs, Restaurants & Takeaways* Stiffkey - Red Lion, Stiffkey Stores Morston (6 minutes drive) - Morston Anchor public house (highly recommended) or Morston Hall (for afternoon tea and gastronomic Michelin Star evening tasting menus) Wells-Next-Sea - several fish and chips and sea food options, Chinese take away and a wide selection of pubs Holt - several fish and chips (we recommend Eric’s), Indian Chinese take aways and a wide selection of pubs Guest access Private entrance Guests access the guesthouse using a master lock key safe Other things to note Next door to the property is The Old Victoria Guesthouse which is listed separately on Airbnb and can be let in conjunction with the main house. The Old Victoria Guesthouse provides additional accommodation for two people offering king sized bed, en suite bathroom and sheltered porch area. If the main house and Guesthouse a let together this provides accommodation for 10 people. We are dog lovers ourselves and welcome upto three well behaved dogs at an additional £30 per dog at The Old Victoria