Traditional Fisherman's cottage - N Norfolk coast

A traditional cosy fisherman's cottage in the beautiful North Norfolk coastal village of Burnham Overy Staithe, with wood burning stove and fully enclosed sun-trap garden and fully fitted with all mod cons, 2 min walk to tidal creek + short walk to endless sandy award winning Holkham beach, via coastal path, 2 min walk to The Hero pub/restaurant, ideally located for all the delights North Norfolk has to offer all year around The space Tucked away in the heart of the village, and well back from the road, Avocet Cottage is a peaceful haven and the perfect place to relax and unwind. It is also the perfect base for walking, bird-watching, sailing, messing about on the beach, and exploring the rest of beautiful North Norfolk - making Avocet Cottage a very special place any time of the year Avocet Cottage is comfortably furnished and equipped to feel like a home from home Entrance into Dining Room: traditional pine table & chairs, adjustable night storage heater, arch to kitchen Newly fitted Kitchen: with granite worktops and painted units, fully-equipped, with integrated electric cooker and ceramic hob, microwave, toaster, integrated fridge/freezer integrated dishwasher, washing machine (in outhouse); step down to Sitting Room. Sitting Room: cosy wood (multi fuel) burning stove set in inglenook fireplace, smart HD TV with free view, i-player, ITV hub, Netflix etc. books & games & adjustable night storage heaters, steep winding stairs to: Master Bedroom: light and airy, with luxurious king-size bed, bedside tables and clock/radio, chest of drawers, wardrobe, (travel cot available) and adjustable electric storage heater. Door to: Bathroom: full en-suite bathroom with shower over bath, toilet, hand basin and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2: generously sized with twin beds, bedside table, wardrobe & adjustable night storage heater (downstairs) Door to: en-suite shower room: beautifully tiled with enclosed electric shower, washbasin with cupboard & heated towel rail WC: painted pine clad downstairs toilet with hand basin and porthole mirror Garden: fully enclosed cottage garden, with sandstone patio & lawn areas, with plenty of garden furniture; a wonderfully peaceful sun-trap Parking: plenty of off-road parking space Free WIFI Guest access Avocet Cottage is centrally located in the beautiful coastal village of BURNHAM OVERY STAITHE, just a 2 minutes walk from the natural tidal harbour & coastal path (launching for guests own water-craft is available) 2 minutes walk to THE HERO, a welcoming & dog-friendly pub/restaurant, with locally sourced quality produce, seasonal menus and a great selection of craft beers, wines and spirits.  Take the coastal footpath to the vast expanse of the Holkham award winning sandy beach at Gun Hill (20 min walk) Where there are many beautiful birds and wildlife to see on the way (look out for the hares) Take a walk along the creek at low tide to the nature reserve at Scolt Head Island. For the less energetic, wait for high tide & catch the ferry (Summer only) Or join those in the know, for a swim at low tide at bank hole (we call it the Burnham Overy Staithe lido!) Here are just a few of the things to do within a short distance of Avocet Cottage:- The beautiful Georgian town of BURNHAM MARKET (1.5 miles) - nice array of shops and restaurants. HOLKHAN HALL DEER PARK & LAKES (3 miles) - privately owned 18th century country house with amazing grounds and many events , Holkham Estate always does things well,  WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA (5 miles) - with it's well known  coloured beach hut lined beach, array of shops and cafe's and award winning French's fish and chip shop, plus many beautiful country houses RSPB TITCHWELL (6.5 miles) Blessed with diverse habitats, including reedbeds, saltmarsh and fresh water lagoons, well known for breeding Avocets, and access to sandy beach with views across the wash SANDRINGHAM COUNTRY ESTATE - (13 miles) the much loved country retreat of Elizabeth 11, set in 20 000 acres. HOUGHTON HALL & GARDENS (13 miles) - Lavish mansion built for Britain's first prime minister, and hosting wonderful annual exhibitions PENSTHORPE NATURAL PARK (14 miles) wildlife, bird watchers and family day out with outdoor and indoor adventure play grounds  and great cafe RSPB SNETTISHAM (18 miles) Panoramic views across saline lagoons, salt marsh and mud flats that make up The Wash. Known for it's late Summer onwards - tens of thousands of wading birds take flight as they escape the incoming high tides FELBRIGG HALL (NT -25 miles) - 17th century English country house noted for its Jacobean architecture and fine Georgian interior BLICKLING HALL  (NT- 26 miles) - 15th Century stately home to the Bolelyn family, with many stories to tell Other things to note Avocet Cottage, in the beautiful coastal village of Burnham Overy Staithe, is a peaceful oasis that once discovered has guests addicted to returning again and again