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Stiffkey
AROUND STIFFKEY:
The nearest town is Wells-next-the-sea, 4 miles west. Wells has shops, bank, pubs, restaurants, a narrow gauge railway, amusements, fish A chips. To the east, Blakeney offers a few shops and pubs. Inland is Little Walsingham, an important centre for pilgramage since the Middle Ages. Travelling west from Wells is Holkham Hall, a fine stately home, the Burnhams, the birthplace of Nelson, Sandringham and Hunstanton. There are many other historical sites and family attractions nearby. Kings Lynn and the fine city of Norwich are both within easy reach.
STIFFKEY:
A settlement has existed at Stiffkey since at least Roman times, but it has remained a small village of less than 300 residents. Despite a number of noteworthy past inhabitants, the most famous was Harold Davidson, the village vicar in the 1930s. Rev. Davidson hit the headlines when he became embroiled in a scandal concerning London prostitutes. As he attempted to clear his name he found himself on the wrong side of a lion's cage and was mauled to death. Predominantly a farming community, Stiffkey is also known for its cockles - 'Stewkey Blues'. It will take a few minutes stroll from the village to reach the salt marshes, but is well worth the effort. There are also plenty of well sign-posted walks in the countryside around the village. The village pub 'Red Lion' serves local beer and food and the post-office supplies fresh bread, milk, newspapers etc.
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Riverside
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Phone: 01263 741773 |
Stunning little cottage in Stiffkey, with its own lovely private garden leading down to a decking suntrap overlooking the river.
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Sleeps 2, Price Range 7 nts £525 - £575, 3 nts from £275,
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Mrs Kitty Player
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Phone: 01263 741773
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| 69a High Street |
| Blakeney |
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| NR25 7NA |
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An ideal romantic retreat for two, it has the most beautiful views over the rolling hillsides; a stunning backdrop when sitting enjoying an evening glass of wine and watching the ducks glide by on the river below.
The cottage is hidden behind a high fence and gate, through which one enters the small courtyard leading to the front door. The cosy sitting room is furnished with squashy leather sofas piled high with cushions around a faux log burner, ideal for evenings at home watching dvds on the B&O televison with freeview or listening to CDs. Just off the sitting room is the newly fitted, well-equipped kitchen with double electric ovens and hob, fridgefreezer etc.
Upstairs there is a wonderfully comfortable bedroom with a brass bed dressed with crisp white linen and towels and here too there is a television and cd player. There is plenty of hanging space in the large fitted wardrobe on the private landing. The small shower room is fresh and light with wc and inset washbasin and powerful walk in shower.
There is an open garage for guests use in the shared drive and the cottage is conveniently placed within easy walking distance of the wonderful village pub and shop. Access to the coastal path leading to Stiffkey beach and its tiny quay is just opposite the cottage and the lovely villages of Blakeney and Wells are a short car ride away.
The charming owners of Riverside Cottage have provided many thoughtful extras for their guests; Molton Brown toiletries, interesting books and leaflets on the area and a lovely welcome gift.
We know this divine cottage in its picturesque position will become a firm favourite with couples visiting the area. |
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