Guests say
Windyridge is a well-loved cottage praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and proximity to the beach. Guests enjoy the peaceful location, the well-equipped facilities, and the thoughtful touches that contribute to a restful stay. The spacious garden and sea views are frequently mentioned highlights, along with the property's suitability for both families and those seeking tranquillity.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with multiple reviews noting it as spotless and well-maintained. This indicates a high standard of hygiene and care.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to the beach, offering lovely walks and sea views. The peaceful setting is a standout feature, contributing to the property's appeal.
Comfort is frequently mentioned, with guests appreciating the comfortable beds, furniture, and the overall cosy atmosphere of the property. However, a few guests suggested improvements such as an additional toilet or ensuite facilities.
The property is described as well-equipped with a full kitchen, good bedding, and nice towels. Some reviews suggest room for improvement in maintenance, such as securing the extraction fan outlet and adding bathroom hooks.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience with many thoughtful touches, there is no specific mention of gifts provided by the owner. Therefore, it cannot be confirmed if gifts are a regular feature of the property.
About this property
Sea Palling 2.9 miles. Perched on the outskirts of the ancient fishing village of Eccles-on-Sea, Norwich, is this splendid detached house, Windyridge. All-ground-floor and sleeping up to six guests, Windyridge is a homely and contemporary setting for a group of family or friends to explore the beautiful city of Norwich and the pristine beaches along the Norfolk coast. Approaching the property, you will find ample parking for at least eight cars on the gravel driveway, where you can unload your bags and make the few short steps to the house to begin your holiday. Be welcomed into the contemporary living/dining room, where you can enjoy curling up on the large corner sofa and relaxing in front of the woodburning stove with your favourite film on the TV. The designated chef will have all they need to whip up delicious treats for the group in the fully functioning kitchen, which has a handy dishwasher making cleaning up a breeze! Gather around the dining table to enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple and a board game, catching up and sharing laughs with the rest of your group. Windyridge has all sleeping arrangements covered, with a generous king-size room with day bed and TV, a double room, and a twin room, all beautifully decorated cohesively with the other rooms. Guests will benefit from a shower room, where they can freshen up after a long day at the beach and prepare to settle down for the evening with a cup of tea. Enjoy breakfast out on the decking area on the lovely picnic bench, looking out across the sand dunes, before heading down to the beach via the ramp at the end of the drive. Venture down to the small coastal village of Eccles-on-Sea, which rests on the east of the Norfolk coast, within easy access of neighbouring villages Happisburgh and Sea Palling. Take advantage of Eccles’ own beach, known to be one of the cleanest in Britain with sandy shores that are perfect for sandcastle building, dog walking and beachcombing. Take a stroll to the village of Happisburgh, home to the oldest working lighthouse in the UK, or the village of Sea Palling which has an award-winning Blue Flag beach with RNLI guards on duty every day, as well as being home to the lifeboat station itself. If you can tear yourself away, the market town of Stalham is just a short drive away and offers good selection of amenities as well as the Grade II Firehouse Museum, taking visitors through 173 years of firefighting history within the town, and the Museum of the Broads detailing the history of The Norfolk Broads. Just a little further is the town of North Walsham where you can get your heart rate up in the swimming and fitness centre or challenge your group to a game of bowling. Unleash your inner historian and visit the village of Blickling, home to the esteemed National Trust-owned Blickling Estate, the birthplace of Anne Boleyn, where you can tour the house, gardens and parkland. Windyridge is a peaceful home away from home, perfect for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The perfect tourist base for exploring the picturesque Norfolk Coast and the peaceful Norfolk Broads, Sea Palling is ideally located within equal distance of Great Yarmouth, Cromer and Norwich. Home to an award-winning Blue Flag beach where visitors can swim, beach-comb the shores or get involved with a variety of watersports, whilst feeling safe with the observing rnli lifeguards on duty every day, as well as the lifeguard base itself. Take a stroll into the village and treat yourself to a bite at the good selection of cafes or your favourite tipple at the local pub.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with day bed and TV, 1 x double and 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 8 cars.
Garden with decking, lawn and furniture.
Sorry no smoking.
Shop 2.1 miles, pub 1.8 miles, beach 0.2 miles.
Please be aware washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets and toiletries will not be provided.
There is a small step leading up to the dining room.
Nearby points of interest
- Wroxham Barns
- Wroxham Miniature Worlds
- Wroxham Boats Trips
- Rowing on the River Bure at Belaugh
- Woodforde's Brewery Tap @ Fur & Feather Inn
- Cromer Pier
- Tower climb at St Helen’s church
- Norfolk Broads
Reviews (18)
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Martina
The house is well equipped and comfortable with lots of space. The standard of cleaning could have been better, there were cobwebs and dust on the floor and the plastic tablecloth had sticky mug rings etc from the previous occupier. As there are no blinds on the large windows and the toilet opens directly into the living room, it was a bit alarming to find 2 window cleaners staring at me coming back from the shower on Saturday morning, followed by someone mowing the lawn later in the day. It left us feeling a bit vulnerable not knowing who was going to be outside the window next. The windows give a lovely view but it feels very exposed especially at night. All in all though the holiday was lovely, we saw 3 deer and a kestrel playing in the garden and sitting on the bench we saw several seals playing in the waves. The beach is easy to access right next to the property and there are nice shops in Stalham about 15 mins drive away.
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Mark
Well appointed clean and comfortable. Everything you would need for a relaxing break with the added bonus of its own sea view on the ridge. Highly recommended.
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Ruth
The house is in a perfect position near the beach for our grandchildren . It is spacious , modern , easy to keep clean , has all the facilities we need , ie washing machine , dishwasher , etc , beautiful large open garden for children to play , and lovely secret area to view the sunrise & sunset . Ample parking . Quiet location, and beautiful beach