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Crab Cottage
Outdoor dining
Rear garden and terrace
Living Room
Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 765 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sheringham, ENG
  • Sheringham Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • North Norfolk Railway Sheringham Station
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cromer Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 Bunk Room

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Crab cottage: Detached house with sea views

Crab Cottage is the perfect venue for a family beach holiday in Sheringham.

Located on a quiet road in East Sheringham, it’s a three-minute walk to the beach, and a mere five minutes to Sheringham town centre – known for its old-fashioned seaside atmosphere and thriving independent shops, encompassing everything from traditional sweet shops to fish’n’chips, penny arcades, cafés, and even a working steam railway!

Crab Cottage has recently been redecorated, and we’ve done our best to think of everything you could wish for on your family holiday.

There is a small, enclosed garden at the back of the house with excellent sea views (and it’s sheltered – perfect for barbecues!), off-street parking for two cars, an open-plan living/dining area, and a separate kitchen. There’s even a gas fire and a few board games, making this a great choice for cosy winter breaks as well as summer holidays.

You’ll find more information about our facilities below, but if there’s anything else you’d like to know, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Property manager

Mark Cloutman

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Max one well behaved dog - kept at ground floor
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note that we do not supply bath towels. We provide basic provision of hand towels and tea towels.
There is space for two cars (maximum) to be parked off road in front of the house.

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Sheringham

Located in Sheringham, this holiday home is on the beach. Cromer Pier and Felbrigg Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Coast and Holt Country Park. North Norfolk Railway Sheringham Station and Priory Maze & Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing and birdwatching.
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Sheringham, ENG

What's nearby

  • Sheringham Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Norfolk Railway Sheringham Station - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sheringham Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Cromer Pier - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cromer Beach - 10 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Sheringham Station - 10 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Sheringham Trawler - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Two Lifeboats - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Robin Hood Tavern - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crab cottage: Detached house with sea views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Crab cottage: Detached house with sea views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crab cottage: Detached house with sea views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crab cottage: Detached house with sea views located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sheringham Beach, Sheringham Little Theatre and Peter Coke Shell Gallery. Fishermen's Heritage Centre and North Norfolk Railway Sheringham Station are also within 15 minutes. Sheringham Station is 10 minutes by foot and West Runton Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and great spot
Comfortable house. Plenty of room for our family of five. Great location. Had a problem with heating but Mark came to fix it quickly. Recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Michela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab location
The house was great perfect location, short walk to the sea front and town.House was well equipped and we had a lovely few days there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
February break
We stayed for a short break by the sea and it was great. The property is spacious, clean and well equipped. It’s in a great location for the beach although it's a steep climb! It’s nice to be able to walk in to the town and not use the car all the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
A great place but…
February half term is cold - on this occasion very cold but North Norfolk is stunning and a perfect time to visit! However, it was obvious when we arrived the property had not been rented in a while - no heating (it was 1 degree and -7 wind chill) and it was freezing! If you have guests coming at least put heating on the day before?!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan M.

Disliked: Listing accuracy
Cold and unwelcoming
The house didn’t look as nice as portrayed on the website. Very tired. Front and back driveway and gardens untended and overgrown. Conservatory cold and roof leaking. Hallway light and landing night light not working. Kettle needs replacing as very scaly. I woke with with a rash on the first morningthe website. Very tired. Front and back driveway and gardens untended and overgrown. Conservatory cold and roof leaking. Hallway light and landing night light not working. Kettle needs replacing as very scaly. I woke with with a rash on the first morning. ?bed bugs?
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs H.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie Violet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bit run down, parking difficult. High kerb, drop kerb by overgrown shrubs. But it did all.
The property was a bit unloved. No carpets anywhere, just felt cold. Mind the owner was very good, we struggled with the Tv and he got back to us, quickly and the problem got solved.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
unloved property
The location was good as was Sheringham. Not a good first impression when you arrive. Letter box cover missing hedges need cutting spilling over path path with brambles. Crab sign fading. Inside clean but needs some maintenance. Being 2 pensioners the first thing was that the banister at the top of the stairs which was coming away from the wall and was quite dangerous. The bedside light in the double room didn't work and the main light switch was by the door. If the nightlight on the landing was working it would have helped especially negotiating going to the bathroom at night. It had already been pointed out in the visitors book by someone earlier in the year that rain came in the conservatory roof which is not doing the wooden floor any good. Saying that despite the faults we enjoyed our stay in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
So handy for walking to the beach or into town, never used the car all week. Leveraged the local trains.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Beautiful property, could not fault it. Perect located for both the beach and the town. Having the drive to park on off the road at the front of the property was perfect. The cottage was clean and a good size for 3 adults and a child. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Janice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Sherringham
Crab cottage fitted purpose, was clean and well provided for with the necessary equipment. Could do with some TLC as property is looking tired
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We were pleased to be back in Crab Cottage, for yet another enjoyable stay. We love its convenient location, especially with its own parking. We will definitely be back for our next visit to Sheringham.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy off road parking
House was spacious open plan, with all amenities operational. Great to use as a base to view the surrounding areas and know you have no problems parking on return. A good selection of eating establishments within walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sara S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HOLIDAY FOR AUTISTIC SON
House was in a great location and detached which filled our critea. It was a bit shabby on closer inspection. Cobwebby/dirty windows/grubby old utensils/unmowed lawn and overgrown shrubs/trees. Cheaply put together with no hint of indulgence or luxury. We didn't think it was very good value for money (other than location) on balance with our stays in nicer accomodation in popular places such as Devon and Cornwall. There were no bath towels provided which could have been an oversight on our part on reading what was included. However, that information was not made crystal clear. I didn't want to rate the section regarding property manager as we did not need any assistance so it would be unfair to be negative there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

philip a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
Very good and very close to town and beach .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Stay
Easy access to Crab Cottage which was Light and Airy and very clean and pretty well equipped. Location is great with easy access to the East Promenade and a short walk to the town via the Promenade or via the roads. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

H F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location
Lovely house let down by lack of maintenance. It is a great house, comfortable beds, good furniture but our stay was totally marred by problems with windows either not shutting (not funny when bedroom window doesn't shut in a raging NW gale and is not properly secured) or windows not opening. "Handtowels provided" were one each for kitchen, bathroom & shower room so no personal handtowels for hygienic purposes. No dishes or cover for microwave use except cereal bowls which got extremely hot. Little in the way of cooking dishes. Really a great great shame as it could be a lovely place to stay even when the weather is poor. Easy walk to beach and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Karl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter break
A good location with good WiFi. A good base for the area and ideally located near to both the town and beach with almost immediate access to the north Norfolk coastal path.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Location of the property is fabulous. Within walking distance of the beach snd amenities of Sheringham. Great to have parking at the property and appreciated the 'welcome pack" contents. Single beds in 2nd bedroom would benefit from better matresses as they are quite thin; and the property could do with a bit of decoration/cleaning up (especially in shower room - a bit of black mould). Kitchen well equipped. Overall we all had a great time, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

ANIL

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed were terrible. Beware the bunk beds are very difficult to get into. Property need a lot of re-work and modernisation. My back is still aching after only sleeping on beds for 3 nights. Will not recommend at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends stay.
The cottage was lovely well appointed. Cosy yet plenty of space. Host was responsive to our needs. We would definitely have booked again however the mattresses in twin room although probably fine for children were hard and uncomfortable. I found sleeping difficult. My friend in double room matress was fine. It was a real shame as we would have liked to come again and bring friends. Great for a family break.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice retreat
Easy to find. Excellent facilities. Comfortable furnishings. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Cramlington, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to sea front
Bright, clean house, very close to the sea front and town centre. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark Cloutman

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We first went on holiday to Sheringham with our four children in 1994 and loved its unspoiled character. We bought a holiday home there in 2005 and the opportunity to purchase Queen Mary House followed in 2007 and then Crab Cottage in 2015. We were knocked out by the position looking directly out to sea - as are all of the visitors to Seacliff. We love visiting Sheringham and the nearby coastline with opportunities to mess about in boats and then come "home" to all the facilities in Sheringham and the friends that we have made locally.

We are always available to contact during your stay and have local help to cover most situations.

Why they chose this property

Quiet location on edge of lovely timewarp English seaside town with sea views.

What makes this property unique

Excellent sea views, enclosed garden and off-street parking for two cars.

Dog-friendly and close to dog-permitted beaches at eastern end of town.

Languages:

English
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