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Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

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Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea: Master bedroom with double bed
Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea: Rear courtyard garden with table with seating for six

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Norfolk Coast
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
  • Place, Norfolk Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Granary Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Whin Hill Cider
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Algerine Cottage is lauded for it's perfect location. A delightful, spacious, dog-friendly cottage situated within 100 yards of the quay in the stunning harbour of Wells-next-the-Sea, and close to local shops and amenities.

Tucked away up a narrow lane just off the harbour of this lively harbour town, Algerine is perfect place for soggy children and dogs to potter home to after a paddle. Tiled floors downstairs and a ground floor bathroom make this a popular choice for dog owners and active families who like to get down and dirty exploring the beaches and coastal path. The inclusion of a ground floor bedroom combined with the cottage's proximity to the town amenities means Algerine ticks the boxes for families of mixed ages and abilities, or those who wish to leave the car behind. With a well-equipped kitchen, coastal touches, one single bedroom, one king-size and two double bedrooms with plenty of storage, plus an additional shower room upstairs, Algerine Cottage is very practical whilst retaining the charm of an old fisherman's cottage. The cottage has gas central heating and two gas effect wood burning stoves in the sitting room and dining area, making it a great year round retreat for people looking for peace and quiet with everything on the doorstep, from pubs and shops, to miles and miles of scenic walks.

The lane is very narrow, meaning there is no designated parking for Algerine Cottage, the advantage being very little passing traffic. You're more likely to see alpacas wander past as they are taken on their walks round the back lanes and lokes of Wells. You can find free street parking nearby.


Additional Information:
Three well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). ​
Travel cot and high chair available on request. Please bring your own mattress and linen for the travel cot.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 8447408
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

About the area

Wells-next-the-Sea

Located in Wells-next-the-Sea, this cottage is by the sea. The Granary Theatre and Muckleburgh Collection are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whin Hill Cider and Royal West Norfolk Golf Club. Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Natural Surroundings are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Granary Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whin Hill Cider - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Eceni Study Centre and Permaculture Experience - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Sheringham Station - 25 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Socius - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mermaid - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bowling Green Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪French's Fish Shop - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?

As of 8 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk on 14 October 2026 start from NZ$490, 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.

What time is check-in at Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Algerine Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of The Granary Theatre and Whin Hill Cider. Eceni Study Centre and Permaculture Experience and Wells and Walsingham Light Railway are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Everything we'd hoped for

Clean, comfortable and generally well-equipped (although more cutlery, a bread bin and a few Tupperware boxes for leftovers in the fridge would have made it even better!). Nevertheless would recommend this Cottage to anyone - the location is superb and the daily parade of alpacas was an unexpected delight. The "Cottage manual", with its detailed information on all those brand new gadgets, was pretty impressive too.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amenities close by

Spotless but loft hatch too small so cold draft when the wind blows. Downstairs curtain pulls both broken. Downstairs tiled throughout so would be cold in the autumn and winter. Close to amenities and parking was hit and miss.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2022
Good morning and thank you for taking the time leave your comments following your stay. We appreciate your comments and will pass to the owner to action as necessary. With our best wishes Norfolk Hideaways
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Fantastic location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A very well positioned property that looks great.

A very well positioned, pretty property that looks great. On closer inspection there were bits that weren't in full working order, the manual for the heating didn't match the actual heating control, some curtains were broken, the sink didn't drain properly. The sofas weren't overly comfortable. The smallest room down stairs was fine when the door was open but when it had been shut you could smell damp in the room. The property was lovely, don't get me wrong, it just lacked complete TLC which is what I would hope for when paying a large amount of money. The position of the property completely made up for the complete TLC. A very short walk into Wells and the area is lovely and quiet with many great walks on your doorstep.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage for a short break away

Algerine Cottage is in a lovely quiet location just a very short walk from Wells Harbour and the perfect location to explore both Wells and the surrounding areas. We spent 4 nights there in March. Parking close by wasn't a problem. We dropped our luggage off and then went off to find suitable parking a few minutes walk away. The cottage is clean and tidy with all the basics required for a short break. The kitchen is well equipped and clean, although there is no microwave. There is ample hot water and towels. It's ideal for anyone looking for a basic holiday home with no frills in a great location. The small downstairs bedroom smelt strongly of damp as did the shower room upstairs and despite being hardy souls the bedrooms were freezing on the first night and the bedlinen felt damp. Once we'd tweaked the heating it was fine and the house rapidly heated up. Whilst it might have been a little cramped if the suggested occupancy of 7 stayed it was perfect for the 3 friends who shared the house for a short break, and we had a lovely 4 night break.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay at Algerine Cottage. It's good to know you enjoyed your four-night break with your friends. Thank you for your comments with regards to the issues with the heating upon arrival. We are sorry you felt it smelled of damp - had we known, we would have done our utmost to assist. We do hope to be able to welcome you back to Norfolk in the future. Kind regards Norfolk Hideaways
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Enjoyed our stay and would come again, would prefer better quality mattresses and a front door that is easier to lock. Location and size is great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sunny Wells

Algerine cottage is a perfect base to explore Wells and the surrounding area. It is comfortable and is fitted out well for a large family group. We would definitely go back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Janine W.

Comfortable cottage

The cottage was comfortable and well equipped .. However I was disappointed that there was no welcome pack .we arrived late on Saturday evening .. Milk in the fridge would have been appriciated . 2 dishwasher tablets !! The towels were very small and had seen better days .the electricity meter was on the landing outside the bedroom and hums very loudly .. I reported it and an electrician arrived promptly but the meter does need replacing .i would gladly book this cottage again , but some little touches would greatly improve it .
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you very much for your review. This can be invaluable as sometimes unless things are reported to us or an owner as being faulty, we are unaware that things need dealing with. I do hope you had a lovely stay and that we can welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great stay in Wells

Great location, v good accommodation, everything there you will need, parking not a problem. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

Algerine Cottage August 2018

We really enjoyed our stay at Algerine Cottage, however our main concern was the lack of a secure space for our dog. The courtyard was not really suitable for a dog, and the area smelt of other dogs and was not a use-able space to relax or eat in. The gates were not at all secure which meant that our dog was able to get in to a garden three doors away from our property. The owner of that property did say that she very often has visiting dogs in her garden that leave 'deposits' for her! Over all the cottage was very clean and in a perfect location to access the town and the beach. We would recommend Algerine Cottage if the court yard problem could be addressed.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Dear Shirley, Thank you for taking the time to complete the UpFrontReview following your recent stay at Algerine Cottage. Your feedback is invaluable whether constructive or positive as without this we are often unaware of the issues that may arise hence customer feedback being something we look at very closely. We are pleased to hear you had an enjoyable visit and stay to North Norfolk. Once again many thanks for taking the time to write to us and we look forward to welcoming you back to North Norfolk sometime in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brief notes

The outside courtyard was in need of cleaning and decorating, it was not good . Parking no problem after weekend . The road is a walk through with a low level of noise late at night, amplified by brick walls. We had a complaint from a neighbour, later retracted ) about talking on mobile phones outside our door . I apologised, but would not stay here again. A minor point, the towel supply is poor, advise you take your own, large and fluffy ones. We bought some ! The white goods are excellent, as is the gas fire. Space downstairs good also
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Dear Rita, Thank you for taking the time to complete the UpFrontReview following your recent stay at Algerine Cottage. Your feedback is invaluable whether constructive or positive as without this we are often unaware of the issues that may arise hence customer feedback being something we look at very closely. Once again many thanks for taking the time to write to us and we look forward to welcoming you back to North Norfolk sometime in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good location, good overall but with some minor reservations

Overall a good cottage in a good location, but there are some minor things that could be better or could have been pointed out in the details. As highlighted by other people, we did not have any parking issues at the property during our stay. We also enjoyed seeing the local Alpaca trek walking past the cottage and using the slipway at the bottom of the road for crabbing. Examples of information that could have been provided: Ceiling height upstairs is reduced at the point you go to one of the bedrooms and the shower room - this caused my husband to cut his head on 3 occasions within 24 hours of arrival and he is 5ft 10inches tall (so far from being unusually tall). The enclosed courtyard is enclosed by a low gate that is easy for a young child to open and not suitable for leaving a young child in unattended. We had a very active 3 year old with us who we had to keep out of the courtyard during our stay. The upstairs windows are low and easy for a young child to open and fall out of. We had to keep them closed at all times with improvised ties used to prevent any unwelcome accidents. There are no wardrobes in any of the bedrooms except one. There are no locks on the bathroom or shower room doors. Examples of things that could be improved: The size/number of saucepans provided is inadequate for large parties doing much cooking - a wok would be helpful. The floor had not been cleaned prior to our arrival and the mop that was left in the property stank and needing replacing. There were no cleaning products provided so we had to get some bleach and floor cleaner to clean the floor so that it was ok to be played on by the 3 year old. The shower room is very small and would benefit from somewhere to put your toiletries in either the shower cubicle itself or within the room. There were rodents in the roof that had been pointed out at least 2 weeks prior to our stay. I have said I would recommend but this would be for people that are shorter than 5ft 7 inches, don't have small children and not to be a group bigger than 4 or 5.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Dear Lisa, Thank you for taking the time to complete the UpFrontReview following your recent stay at Algerine Cottage. Your feedback is invaluable whether constructive or positive as without this we are often unaware of the issues that may arise hence customer feedback being something we look at very closely. Once again many thanks for taking the time to write to us and we look forward to welcoming you back to North Norfolk sometime in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gemma F.

Lovely cottage in a perfect location

Algerine Cottage is a lovel spacious cottage with everything you need for your stay. It was very clean and in a perfect location to walk to the quay and go crabbing, have fish and chips or in the arcade. It is a slightly longer walk to the beach so would advise the beach train or the car park. Only let down was the customer service when i collected and dropped off the keys. Both times they were very dismissive of me and to be honest quite rude - as the face of your business it doesn't look good and if the customer service received via email before our stay would have been this way, i would have cancelled the booking and looked elsewhere
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

" Three dogs accepted "!

"Three dogs accepted " those magic words to so many folk .!!!. The cottage ( and location ) was brilliant . Norfolk Hideaway folk excellent and the break superb - Parking is not an issue .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

cottage handy for quay and town in general. lacks a dedicated car parking place.

Cottage would benefit from having 2 front door keys or an external wall key safe. Locks to the toilets would save accedental embarresment. The side passage has a yale lock but there is no key so you can exit the property but can not get return access. On arrival it would have been useful had there been some basics such as tea bags, coffee, milk, and biscuits just small quantities would do.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Escape to Norfolk

We had a good rest , the cottage is sweet and in a lovely position. It has a cosy log burner . The seating is very uncomfortable for 7 people for a week and the mattress in the large bedroom was most uncomfortable. A nice touch as we have had a other cottages is a welcome basket or a little something. A personal touch . I would recommend it for a long weekend . Lovely position.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for your email and for taking the time to complete the UpFrontReview following your recent stay at Algerine Cottage. We greatly appreciate you letting us know about the issues that you have raised as this will enable us to let the owner know in order that they can address the issues accordingly. We are pleased that you had an enjoyable week and we very much hope that should you plan another trip to the north Norfolk coast you will contact us at Norfolk Hideaways. Once again, many thanks for taking the time to write to us.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jane B.

Great Location

We had a lovely time at Algerine. The office staff told us that the cleaner had broken her elbow that morning and was not able to clean the cottage before our arrival, however, they found a stand in and so everything worked out fine. One of the duvets wasn't made up, but I guess that was just an oversight. We also found a broken glass in the kitchen at time of arrival. The sofa was fairly uncomfortable and we recommend a better one to be put in. Also we recommend locks on the bathrooms, maybe even change the latches, when people got up in the night,it was noisy. Apart from that the cottage was lovely and location perfect. Would recommend to others.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thank you for your email and for taking the time to complete the UpFrontReview following your recent stay at Algerine Cottage. We greatly appreciate you letting us know about the issues that you have raised as this will enable us to let the owner know in order that they can address the issues accordingly. We are pleased that you had an enjoyable weekend and we very much hope that should you plan another trip to the north Norfolk coast you will contact us at Norfolk Hideaways. Once again, many thanks for taking the time to write to us.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David M.

Easter stay at algerine

We had a terrific stay at algerine over Easter despite the weather. The cottage was spacious, close to the centre and well equipped, apart from the lack of a microwave and tv in the main bedroom. A welcome would have been appreciated as there was a 2 hour wait for the Asda delivery. Would definitely stay there again. Norfolk hideaways responded quickly to a couple of minor problems.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Lovely cottage but highlighted maintenance issues not being addressed. Courtyard need improvement

Lovely cottage but highlighted maintenance issues not being addressed. Courtyard need improvement - very basic and what greenery there is isn't being trimmed. Hot water is rather too hot - dangerous for children. Wheelybin emptying arrangements should be on the bin not just tucked in cottage folder.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Algerine. It is great to hear that you thought the cottage was lovely. It is such a great base to explore Wells and the amazing coastline in both directions. Thank you for dropping by the office with your feedback. We have addressed the issues which you highlighted. The water temperature was turned up on the boiler by previous guests and has now been turned back down. Thank you for your suggestion regarding the bin arrangements. The decision was made to keep all the house notes together in one place so that guests knew where to find them. Going forward we will certainly take your suggestion on board. The owners of the cottage spend a lot of time and effort in making sure their guests have a great stay and I know that they will be very grateful for your feedback. Thank you once again for your review. Best wishes.. The Hideaways Team.
Archival

8/10 Good

jackie p.

Good cottage poor garden/patio

All in all a good week with family and our elderly mother. Cottage was lovely and clean and much bigger than I thought downstairs. Bedroom downstairs was a bonus. only 2 things that I would improve Only one set of wardrobes in main bedroom..... We was disappointed with the garden and patio would have liked somewhere nice to sit and maybe have a BBQ.....
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Lovely cottage

The cottage was much nicer than it appeared on website Very comfortable, everything we needed in the kitchen, nice outside space Ideal for our family of mixed age and abilities and the outside space a bonus
Archival

10/10 Excellent

m l.

Family holiday weekend

Very nice property in a lovely location with everything we needed for a very enjoyable weekend. Two bathrooms very useful.
Archival

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, great location

Algerine cottage was lovely. Nice big kitchen and dining area, outdoor space. The location is excellent just a short walk to the nearest shops, harbour, etc. that wells has to offer. Parking is not guaranteed, and with a narrow street we decided to park elsewhere.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

glenda harrison

Algerine

A wonderful house with everything you need. The consideration of the design and interiors was exceptional. Such a good location too.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Excellent location and superb cottage. Very dog friendly due to the tiled floors downstairs. Beds comfortable and we had all we needed. Would recommend this cottage.

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What makes this property unique

Ground Floor:

Sitting room
With feature brick fireplace and gas flame effect wood burning stove, flatscreen television with Freeview and Sony DVD player.
Inner hall
Door to dining kitchen and stairs leading to the first floor.
Single bedroom
With a full size (3ft) single bed and window to the front.
Dining kitchen
Dining area with table, bench seating and four chairs, DVD's, books and games. Double doors onto courtyard garden. Please note: the fireplace is a feature only.
The kitchen is well-equipped and has integrated appliances including fridge/freezer (three drawer), electric oven and combination microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer
Family bathroom
Fitted suite comprising bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, wash basin and WC. Electric heated towel rail and tiled floor.

First Floor:

Master bedroom
A lovely light double aspect room with a king-size bed, travel cot, iron and ironing boards stored in the wardrobes.
Bedroom three (front)
Small double bed (4ft 6) suitable for one/two people as the bed is adjacent to the wall with access at one side only or for two people who are happy to be slightly more cosy.
Shower room
With spacious shower cubicle with mains shower, heated towel rail and WC.
Bedroom two (rear)
A pretty room with a double bed.

Outside:

To the rear of the cottage is an enclosed courtyard garden with table and chairs seating six and external lighting, an ideal place to enjoy a meal with family and friends in a peaceful location.

Roadside parking may be available close by. There are double yellow lines immediately outside the cottage. A council car park is 10 minutes walk away in Freeman Street. A weekly parking permit is available from the main car park ticket machine.
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