Oceanside stay.At this Norwich cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mundesley Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Bacton Beach. Also, Norfolk Coast is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ebridge Pond is within 6 miles (10 km).
University of East Anglia - 48 min drive - 47.1 km
Getting around
Gunton Station - 11 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
coffeesmiths - 8 min drive
The Orchard Gardens - 7 min drive
Black Swan - 8 min drive
Cafe Kitale - 8 min drive
Costa Coffee - 8 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.
Watchkeeper's Cottage
300 yards from the beach, this property boasts comfortable family accommodation and an enclosed garden which opens onto a recreational playing field.. Step To Entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Bluetooth Speaker, Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: (1 Step), 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for open fire available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned rear garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. No smoking.. With sea views, direct access to Gold Park and the beach just 300 yards away, this charming Victorian holiday cottage is ideally located for the whole family. Watchkeeper’s Cottage has a gate at the end of the garden into Gold Park with crazy golf, toddlers’ swing park, basketball/tennis court, skateboard park and acres of grass to have fun. Walk across the park and you are just a few yards from the beach, its location could not be better. Excellent year-round dog friendly beaches are only 10 minutes’ walk away, located either side of the main beach. Watchkeeper’s Cottage is fully equipped and offers light and very comfortable holiday accommodation. Centrally located, it is 100 yards from the heart of Mundesley village with shops and cafes, and just 300 yards away from the pub. Excellent bird watching, golf, bowling, fishing, cycling and walking nearby. The popular seaside town of Cromer is 7 miles away with its famous pier and holiday entertainment, the bustling market town of North Walsham is 5 miles and Wroxham, the heart of the Norfolk Broads, is just 12 miles away, where boat hire and river trips are available and very popular. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 300 yards. Can be booked with ref: W43922 (500 yards apart) to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
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 indicated there is no 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
su-29745-29745
Frequently asked questions
How close is Watchkeeper's Cottage to the airport?
This cottage is 20.4 mi (36-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Watchkeeper's Cottage have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Watchkeeper's Cottage to the beach?
This cottage is a short 6-minute walk from Mundesley Beach and 3.1 mi (9-min drive) from Bacton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Watchkeeper's Cottage offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Watchkeeper's Cottage?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Watchkeeper's Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Watchkeeper's Cottage?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Watchkeeper's Cottage have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Watchkeeper's Cottage have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Watchkeeper's Cottage to downtown Norwich?
This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Mundesley.
Watchkeeper's Cottage Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline Harding
Jul 9, 2025
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Great mini break with some great dog walks in the area
Jacqueline Harding
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Colin Aveyard
Oct 5, 2025
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Only thing we can suggest would be the installation of a grab handle(s)to assist with the showering Otherwise a really lovely cottage inimmaculate condition
Colin Aveyard
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lesley Bentley
Apr 4, 2025
over all but parking even to unload not good.
over all but parking even to unload not good. cottage could do with a deep clean windows thick dust and cob webs on inside, bedroom floor had lots of fluff and long blond hair (not ours as both dark hair) and nail clippings undef bed, kitchen floor very sticky.not best start to holiday