Pretty Traditional North Norfolk Holiday Cottage with Piano, Parking and Pub 3 mins walk! Sleeps 1 or 2. Lovingly restored to the highest standard, this delightful, quiet and secluded cosy one bedroom traditional brick and flint cottage, probably dates back to the early 1800s. It is situated in the heart of Holt. Walk through the secret gate and you will see 8 Carpenters Cottage in an idyllic private courtyard setting. You will be taken back 100 years in time with all the comfort of home. Walk into Holt (2 minutes) and you will go back in time 40 years. Enjoy that homely feel, free wi-fi or just sitting out in the courtyard garden with a glass of white wine from the wine cooler! There is private off-road parking at the back of the cottage.
Open plan sitting room and kitchen with wooden floor, persian rugs and original local artwork. Wonderful Colefax and Fowler fully lined curtains, wool carpets and oak beams and worktops. Neff Electric cooker and Gas Hob. Even a separate Wine Cooler! Dishwasher to make things easier for you. Sony Smart TV & DVD in Sitting room. TV and DVD in Bedroom upstairs. Staircase is wide with a good handrail on left. Not the usual tiny staircase in traditional Norfolk cottages! Upstairs next to the bedroom - good sized size shower easy access. Wonderful handmade Harrison mattress and oak bedstead. TV/DVD in Bedroom. Linen and towels supplied.
8 Carpenters Cottages is centrally situated in the pretty Georgian town of Holt which has a charm and character all of its own. Holt has many interesting independent shops, local fishmongers, green grocer, galleries, bookshops, antique shops and the famous Bakers and Larners department store with a separate food hall and wine merchant which celebrated its 250th year in 2020! You can enjoy the cafe life and watch the world pass by at the well known Byford's cafe. Coffee shops abound! You can relax, no need for a car, just walk everywhere and enjoy North Norfolk at its best. The King's Head Pub and Steak Bar is a 2 minute walk! Magpies Cafe and patisserie is wonderful and just round the corner. You can eat out on the pavement as well. Fresh bread. Takeout as well. Things to see and do around 8 Carpenters Cottage, Holt:
Holt Country Park is about a 10 minute walk from the cottage. There are wonderful walk and it is beautiful. There is a delightfully quirky Tea Room withe homemade scones and cakes. Hettys House Tea Room. Seating outside and takeaways. Holt Country Park is on the edge of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Visit Spout Hills/Spout Common Spout Hills, just a short walk from the Holt High Street, it is a special place of streams, ponds, marsh orchids and mint. Comprising of 14 acres of registered common land.
Holt is an ideal location for Wildlife and Bird Watchers - Blakeney National Nature Reserve - 6 miles. Blakeney Point, within Blakeney National Nature Reserve, is a 4-mile-long sand and shingle spit. Sand dunes have formed over 100s of years on the shingle ridge and form a rare habitat for unusual plants, insects, birds and seals.
NWT Cley Marshes Nature Reserve
The NWT Cley Marshes comprises 400 acres with reclaimed marshes, lagoons, pools, hides, board walks, walks along risen banks and the shingle beach at Cley, and a state of the art visitor centre with spectacular views over the marshes towards the sea.
Arrive at the visitor centre and you'll be greeted by very friendly staff who will answer any questions you may have. Take a walk along the board walks, or up to the beach. Don't forget your binoculars or monocular as you will definitely them for bird watching.
It's worth going into the visitor centre just for the view across the marshes. It is stunning coastal landscape that you won't get anywhere else in the UK.
Lovely at all times of year there is always something to do in Norfolk: How about .... 1940s weekend, usually September Holt Festival in July. Thursford Spectacular Christmas Show. Birdwatching at Cley Marshes Breakfast at Byfords Cafe, Holt Steam train from Holt to Sheringham (Poppy Line) Fresh Fish and Chips at Alberts in Holt Walking on Spouts Hill, Holt Watching a seal bobbing along the shoreline at Cley Walking through Sheringham Park in May and admiring the Rhododendrons. There are many National Trust properties in the area.
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ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIMES
During **COVID** guests will be asked to arrive after 4pm and leave before 9am to give more time for cleansing the cottage
*COVID* Leave upstairs windows open on leaving to air for 3 hours before deep cleanse.
Fill & Turn ON dishwasher - cutlery, mugs etc. Do not empty.
*COVID* Please strip bed, fold linen and towels and leave on bed.
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Property # 10642516
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Holt
Located in Holt, this cottage is in the city centre and by the sea. Letheringsett Watermill and St Mary's Priory are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whin Hill Cider and Royal Cromer Golf Club. North Norfolk Railway Holt Station and The Reef Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
North Norfolk Railway Holt Station - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Norfolk Broads - 37 min drive - 43.1 km
Getting around
Sheringham Station - 10 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
The Gangway Sheringham - 10 min drive
Chubby Seal - 3 min walk
The Two Lifeboats - 10 min drive
Owl Tea Rooms - 5 min walk
Holt Garden Centre - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties?
As of 26 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties on 17 October 2026 start from NZ$1,511, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cosy Carpenters Cottage Holt. Quiet & Secluded, parking, piano. NT properties located?
Located in the heart of Holt, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Norfolk Coast, Holt Country Park and Letheringsett Watermill. North Norfolk Railway Holt Station is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Anne Sheldon
I live in the East of England and wouldn't live anywhere else - it is a secret how beautiful the North Norfolk coast is.
Why they chose this property
I fell in love with the area. This is a traditional brick and flint cottage and was a perfect project for me. Located in the centre of the beautiful market town of Holt where you feel you go back in time as soon as you open the hidden courtyard garden gate with parking, made No.8 unique. It is so peaceful. Lovingly restored the location makes a wonderful base to visit the North Norfolk Coast which is about 4 miles. National Trust properties nearby and Sheringham Park is stunning.
What makes this property unique
Welmar Piano in tune, priavte parking and feeling of home in the cottage. The location is the best - Just being able to walk into Holt without a need for a car is perfect for a holiday and stay at No.8
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