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Stunning North Norfolk Home from Home by the Beach

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Dining
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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East Runton, ENG
  • Cromer Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cromer Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sheringham Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stunning North Norfolk Home from Home by the Beach

Grey Seal is a beautifully furnished luxury holiday home right next to the beach in East Runton and less than a mile away from the popular North Norfolk town of Cromer.

Set over 3 floors, our home is decorated and furnished to an extremely high standard and offers all of the creature comforts needed to make your stay in our home a memorable one.

The spacious open plan living, kitchen and dining area is beautifully furnished. There are two televisions and comfortable sofas - with a kitchen area that has all of the equipment you will need, no matter how short or long your stay. The dining area seats up to 6 guests comfortably. There's also a utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Three bedrooms and two shower rooms on the top two floors offer real comfort and will sleep up to 6 guests. On the top floor there's a great size bedroom with comfortable double bed, wardrobes and plenty of storage. Also on the top floor is a single bedroom with a trundle bed that pulls out to sleep two, wardrobe and 42" smart TV - perfect as a bedroom for children. On the middle floor you'll find the master bedroom with ensuite shower and WC. Also on the middle floor, there's an additional family bathroom with a shower over the bath, WC and basin.

Grey Seal is literally within a stone's throw of all village amenities - shop, pub, cafe and fish and chip shop and is less than a minute's walk to the entrance to the beach at East Runton. The iconic North Norfolk seaside town of Cromer is around 20 minutes on foot along the beach and 3 minute drive away.

Property manager

Mike Moore
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Beach view

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly - No Charging of Electric Vehicles
No loud noise and music - particularly between the hours of 11pm and 8am

Important information

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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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cromer

Located in Cromer, this holiday home is on the beach. The Garden House and Cromer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cromer Pier and Felbrigg Hall. Travelling with kids? Consider Little Gems and Amazona Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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East Runton, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cromer Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cromer Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sheringham Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • North Norfolk Railway Sheringham Station - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Felbrigg Hall - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Cromer Station - 3 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪No 1 Cromer Fish and Chip - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tides Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mary Janes Fish Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning North Norfolk Home from Home by the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning North Norfolk Home from Home by the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning North Norfolk Home from Home by the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning North Norfolk Home from Home by the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cromer holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Cromer Beach, Sheringham Beach and Cromer Pier. Cromer Parish Church and Cromer Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). West Runton Station is 23 minutes by foot and Cromer Station is 24 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronique C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage.
The cottage was lovely and very clean and communication was great if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, perfect home, perfect location
We absolutely loved this well thought out and comfortable property. It had everything we needed for a family of 4 across the 3 bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Modern and near to the beach
We enjoyed the time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

dawn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic holiday house
We had a lovely time at Grey Seal. The property was well equipped and comfortable. It was an ideal location to visit all of the local attractions. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th birthday celebrations
Relaxing and enjoying the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early May break
Lovely stay, peaceful location easy access to places of interest. Friendly locals ,stunning sunsets Thankyou Mike for the welcome goodies
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grey seal
Nicely decorated and clean very good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Norfolk Holiday
Great location for a family holiday exploring coastal areas like Cromer, Sheringham, and Holt. Located close to East Runton beach and nearby to local pub and restaurants. Mike was friendly and provided all the information we needed to have a great stay. Would recommend for a family getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

orion F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great property with the exception of the beds they were not the most comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie U., Balcombe, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend break
4 us of had a lovely weekend break here. Would highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get Away
Great for short stay. A bit noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully presented property in the heart of East Runton
The house was immaculately presented, with all the required amenities and an added bonus of a bottle of wine and some treats to welcome us. It was an easy walk into Cromer and very close to the beach and local amenities. All on all, we had a very enjoyable stay at Grey Seal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

KieranandSarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing beach holiday
Spotlessly clean house with all mod cons. A five minute stroll to a blue flag beach. Pub across the road and NISA shop practically next door.. Gluten free restaurant within a balls throw away ideal for those in my family with coeliac disease. We walked to Cromer and Sherringham along the beach. Be wary of the sharp stones under the water at high tide- At low tide you can see them and the sand just beyond. There was enough surf for the kids to bodyboard on. Ideal base for exploring the history and nature of Norfolk.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs Dodson
Short break away, shame there was no down stairs loo
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Avan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in East Runton
The cottage is in a great location close to the beach and there’s a good grocery store a few doors down. The cottage is cosy and done to a good standard. It was clean and bright. The only downside is that there is no outside space. The photograph shows seating area outside the house but this is where you park your car plus it’s a shared space so in reality we couldn’t sit outside which was a shame as we had fabulous weather. Otherwise highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful East Runton Townhouse
We stayed here for 4 nights with our young family on our mini-moon. Communication with the owners was entirely straightforward and prompt. The property itself is nicely placed, shops, pubs and beach all within a short walk. The townhouse was immaculately clean, with modern decor and has everything you need to prep food/drink etc. We had a wonderful stay and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the place to anyone looking to stay in the vicinity of Cromer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous holiday home
We visit Norfolk annually and have stayed in many properties, it was unanimous that Grey Seal is the best one so far. The property is beautifully decorated and well equipped. We had a small hiccup during our stay that the property manager dealt with swiftly. We were unable to park at the property, but there is a car park a very short distance away. Well situated for visiting all of the North Norfolk Coast. We had a wonderful break.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
We had a lovely long weekend away. The property was perfect for us. Great location as its right next to the beach. We cooked a Sunday dinner and had everything we needed in the kitchen. Just a note on parking, we managed to park one car outside the property. Our second car we paid £34,, this was for a week.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We had a great time at Grey Seal. We were a family of 4 (three adults, one teenager) and the property was perfectly suited for our needs. It's very well maintained, nicely decorated, very clean and very charming overall. The house is also very conveniently located: a well stocked grocery store is 25 meters away, the beach a few minutes walk and Cromer is easily in walking distance. We did some lovely walks on the Norfolk coastal path towards West Runton, Sheringham and Cromer. Communication with Mike, the owner, was superb. And the little welcome package (a bottle of wine and some snacks) was a really nice touch. Overall, a great stay and would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
A lovely cottage renovated in a modern clean style. Well equipped with good fittings and plenty of equipment and storage. Excellent communications with owner/agent. Good local shop for essentials. We went midweek early February so all the nearby places were closed. Parking is tight and too small for a large car (we just got our BMW X3 in) The only real drawback is that it is directly on the main road and so we found it quite noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonnyro5

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
Gorgeous property, location is second to none - a very short distance to Cromer which is walkable or a few minutes drive. Bus services (bus stop directly outside property) are plentiful in both directions across the coast, the beach (beautiful) is around the corner. Directly opposite is a new restaurant called The White Horse which is gorgeous, for something a little less fancy you also have a charming local pub across the road - the Fishing Boat, which has a stunning hidden beer garden. The bed linen and towels were fresh and smelt lovely on arrival. Set in an attractive courtyard, we didn’t use the parking space directly outside - although even with a medium SUV type vehicle, there’s enough room. We parked around the corner at the East Runton beach car park for the week and paid £37 which was a bargain because the 7 day permit includes all local council run car parks! The East Runton car park is large with loads of overflow space, our stay was in advance of school summer holidays however. It’s easy to pull in next to the property to unload however. Overall, a beautiful property offering all the right ingredients and conveniences for a holiday by the sea in this most beautiful part of the country. As they say in Norfolk, bootiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Lovely property, very close to Cromer for afternoons out but located in a nice and quiet village for those looking for a recharge. Really clear communication with host who was very accommodating, enjoyed the "welcome hamper" of wine and chocolates! Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway with inlaws
House was lovely, clean on arrival and heating on ready for us and as it was a cold evening when we arrived it was perfect. Lovely welcome pack consisting of wine, crisps and thorntons pack of brownies which I thought was lovely touch. Location is great but as advert states the property only has parking for a small car and this is exactly right, we parked on road as much as we could but its restricted to 20 mins wait times in day time so had to in the main find other places, the green which is advertised as somewhere to park is just round the corner but never had any spaces and I'd imagine in the summer would be impossible to park anywhere other than local car park. House itself was lovely, it was clean overall and I'd only be being extra picky if I said anything more as was fine for us. There was a local shop (few doors down) that seemed to be open 8-9pm for essentials and a couple of bars/local club type places which we didn't visit. There is a chip shop opposite house but unfortunately it wasn't open for any period during our stay (fri-mon) which was a shame. Coffee shop again opposite was open from what we seen for a few hours sunday morning so again limited hours but its out of season now so to be expected. Sammys bar and grill opposite house looks to be completely closed down permanently which is a shame as previous reviews look to be good. The weather was against us which meant we didn't explore as much as we wanted on foot, we did drive down into Cromer and Sherringham and had a wonder around each of these areas, can imagine they would both be wonderful in the summer. Over all a nice break away in a well looked after home thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property close to the beach
Good, well equipped property 2 mins walk from the beach. Good location, 30 minute leisurely walk from Cromer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
East Runton
Exactly as described , clean well furnished all very well done ! Beach close by and a lovely walk to Cromer !!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike Moore

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After moving to Norfolk many years ago, I fell in love with the county, stayed here and made it my full-time job to give guests a holiday that will be remembered long in the memory!

Why they chose this property

Grey Seal offers a bit of luxury in the heart of North Norfolk coast. The beach on your doorstep and provides a perfect base to explore the North Norfolk coast and indeed further inland.

What makes this property unique

Grey Seal offers that little bit of luxury in the heart of North Norfolk.

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