Wells - Next - The - Sea Cottages

Wells-next-the-Sea, a seaside jewel on the North Norfolk coast, is the epitome of coastal charm without the fuss. Picture yourself strolling along a sandy beach, surrounded by colourful beach huts and watching fishing boats bob in the harbour. Forget the pretense; this town is all about genuine, unspoiled beauty. Explore the quaint town centre with its independent shops, where locals greet you with a smile, and relish the aroma of fresh seafood wafting from the stalls. The iconic Wells Quay offers a perfect spot to enjoy fish and chips while seagulls provide the soundtrack. With its tidal creeks, pine woodlands, and the famous Holkham Nature Reserve nearby, Wells-next-the-Sea invites you to kick off your shoes, breathe in the sea air, and indulge in the simplicity of a classic seaside escape. This is beachside Britain at its best, so explore the area from the comfort of one of our Wells-next-the-Sea cottages.

Wells-next-the-Sea

Popular Wells-next-the-Sea Holiday Cottages

Exterior | Yew Tree Cottages - No.9 - Yew Tree Cottages , Langham, near Holt

Langham, near Holt, Norfolk

Yew Tree Cottages - No.9

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£373
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Open plan living space | The Old Candle Shop, Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea

Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

The Old Candle Shop

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,186
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Exterior | Madeleine’s Barn, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Madeleine’s Barn

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£685
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Exterior | Lavender Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Lavender Cottage

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,326
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Kitchen/diner | Crab Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Crab Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£689
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Open plan living space | Seascape Cottage, South Creake, near Fakenham

South Creake, near Fakenham, Norfolk

Seascape Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£689
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Wells-next-the-sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, Norfolk

Leeward Cottage

Coastal
Pub within 1 mile
Coast within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£377
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Exterior | Blackhorse Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Blackhorse Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Coast within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£885
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Exterior | Fisherman’s Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Fisherman’s Cottage

Coastal
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.1

out of 5

7 nights

From

£655
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Quay views from private parking and picnic spot | Trinity Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Trinity Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£599
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Exterior | The May Tree, South Creake, near Fakenham

South Creake, near Fakenham, Norfolk

The May Tree

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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Dog Friendly Wells-next-the-Sea Holiday Cottages

Exterior | Yew Tree Cottages - No.9 - Yew Tree Cottages , Langham, near Holt

Langham, near Holt, Norfolk

Yew Tree Cottages - No.9

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£373
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Reserve today for only £25
Open plan living space | The Old Candle Shop, Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea

Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

The Old Candle Shop

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,186
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Exterior | Madeleine’s Barn, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Madeleine’s Barn

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£685
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Exterior | Lavender Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Lavender Cottage

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,326
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Exterior | Knyvetts, North Creake

North Creake, Norfolk

Knyvetts

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Pets

7 nights

From

£879
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Exterior | The Old Chequers, South Creake

South Creake, Norfolk

The Old Chequers

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 14 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£5,295
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Living room | Jicklings, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Jicklings

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

3.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£527
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Exterior | Blackhorse Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Blackhorse Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Coast within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£885
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Exterior | Fisherman’s Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Fisherman’s Cottage

Coastal
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.1

out of 5

7 nights

From

£655
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Quay views from private parking and picnic spot | Trinity Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Trinity Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£599
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The May Tree, South Creake, near Fakenham

South Creake, near Fakenham, Norfolk

The May Tree

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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Coastal Wells-next-the-Sea Holiday Cottages

Exterior | Yew Tree Cottages - No.9 - Yew Tree Cottages , Langham, near Holt

Langham, near Holt, Norfolk

Yew Tree Cottages - No.9

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£373
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Reserve today for only £25
Open plan living space | The Old Candle Shop, Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea

Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

The Old Candle Shop

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,186
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Neat exterior with private parking area | The Seashells, Brancaster Staithe, near Hunstanton

Brancaster Staithe, near Hunstanton, Norfolk

The Seashells

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£955
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Exterior | Madeleine’s Barn, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Madeleine’s Barn

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£685
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Reserve today for only £25
Fisherman’s Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea,

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Fisherman’s Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£497
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Exterior | Lavender Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Lavender Cottage

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,326
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Reserve today for only 25%
Kitchen/diner | Crab Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Crab Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£689
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Open plan living space | Seascape Cottage, South Creake, near Fakenham

South Creake, near Fakenham, Norfolk

Seascape Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£689
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Living room | Jicklings, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Jicklings

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

3.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£527
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Reserve today for only £25
Wells-next-the-sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, Norfolk

Leeward Cottage

Coastal
Pub within 1 mile
Coast within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£377
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Blackhorse Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Blackhorse Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Coast within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£885
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Romantic Wells-next-the-Sea Cottages

Exterior | Yew Tree Cottages - No.9 - Yew Tree Cottages , Langham, near Holt

Langham, near Holt, Norfolk

Yew Tree Cottages - No.9

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£373
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Reserve today for only £25
Neat exterior with private parking area | The Seashells, Brancaster Staithe, near Hunstanton

Brancaster Staithe, near Hunstanton, Norfolk

The Seashells

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£955
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Exterior | Madeleine’s Barn, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Madeleine’s Barn

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£685
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Lavender Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Lavender Cottage

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,326
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Reserve today for only 25%
Exterior | Knyvetts, North Creake

North Creake, Norfolk

Knyvetts

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Pets

7 nights

From

£879
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The Old Chequers, South Creake

South Creake, Norfolk

The Old Chequers

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 14 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£5,295
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Reserve today for only 25%
Quay views from private parking and picnic spot | Trinity Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Trinity Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£599
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Vista Cottage - Sea Marsh Cottages, Brancaster Staithe, near Wells-next-the-Sea

Brancaster Staithe, near Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Vista Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£537
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Reserve today for only £25
Outdoor area | Honey Barrell Cottage, Stiffkey

Stiffkey, Norfolk

Honey Barrell Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£675
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Open plan living space | Little Dab, Brancaster Staithe, near King’s Lynn

Brancaster Staithe, near King's Lynn, Norfolk

Little Dab

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£659
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Outdoor area | Pump Cottage, Brancaster Staithe, near Wells-next-the-Sea

Brancaster Staithe, near Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Pump Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£437
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Reserve today for only £25

Inspiration of things to see and do in our cottages in Wells-next-the-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea is a delightful Norfolk coast town, known for its picturesque landscapes, beautiful beaches, and charming harbour. If you're interested in taking a ride on a heritage steam train, consider a trip on the Wells and Walsingham Light Railway. This narrow-gauge railway runs from Wells-next-the-Sea to the village of Walsingham and offers a nostalgic and scenic journey through the Norfolk countryside. With the largest collection of Norfolk cottages, we have the perfect home away from home for you.

Here are the top five things to see and do from our cottages in Wells-next-the-Sea:

Wells Beach and Holkham Bay

Wells Beach is a beautiful sandy beach with colourful beach huts and dunes. You can take a leisurely stroll along the beach or indulge in beachcombing. From Wells Beach, you can also walk or take a miniature steam train to Holkham Bay, which is part of Holkham National Nature Reserve. The vast expanse of the beach and the stunning sand dunes make this area a true natural gem.

Wells Harbour

The Wells Harbour is a bustling and picturesque area with fishing boats, pleasure crafts, and yachts. You can take a walk along the quay, watch the boats come and go, and enjoy the fresh sea breeze. There are also several excellent seafood restaurants and cafes where you can savour delicious seafood dishes while enjoying the view.

Wells-next-the-Sea Quay

The Quay is a central hub of activity in the town. Here, you can enjoy crabbing, a popular pastime for visitors of all ages. Rent a crabbing line and bucket, drop it off the side of the quay, and see how many crabs you can catch. It's a fun and relaxing way to spend time by the water.

Wells Maltings

The Wells Maltings is a cultural hub that hosts various arts and community events, including art exhibitions, live performances, film screenings, and workshops. Check out their schedule to see if there are any interesting events happening during your visit.

Staithe Street

Staithe Street is the main shopping street in Wells-next-the-Sea, lined with independent shops, galleries, cafes, and pubs. Take a stroll along this charming street, browse unique souvenirs, and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in one of the cosy cafes.

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