Lynda
On Friday, 15 Aug 2025
The cottage is unique, well equipped, handily tucked away near the Fisherman's Return pub and within walking distance of everything Winterton has to offer for a week by the sea. The Cranny had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing holiday with the added bonus of a lovely wraparound garden which was safe and secure for our dog. We were worried that the village and beach would be too busy in mid August but it wasn't a problem. Everywhere was dog friendly with good signage on where to keep dogs on leads to avoid ground nesting birds or disturbance to wildlife. There was plenty of room on the long sandy beach to avoid the holiday makers and the little tern colony. We can highly recommend the walk along the beach to Horsey, watching the seals bobbing up along the way, lunch at the Nelson's Head and back via the National Nature Reserve
We found that both the cafes were excellent for an early breakfast before the day trippers arrived and that it's best to book at the pub to be sure of a table. We can also recommend the Fish and Chip shop with a top tip to order online to avoid the long queues at busy times.
We are already planning to return for an autumn/spring long weekend.
Sarah
On Friday, 08 Aug 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Cranny. The cottage was so lovely, comfortable and clean, well equipped and perfect for our comfort. It's location and easy walk to the beach, local pub and village life was a real bonus.
Christine
On Friday, 01 Aug 2025
Always clean and tidy on arrival excellent welcome pack and the garden is a joy plenty of places to sit and relax.
Diane
On Friday, 25 Jul 2025
Although not our first visit and stay in Winterton on Sea, it was our first stay at The Cranny. It was great to find everything located so conveniently. Just around the corner from The Cranny, the Fishermans Return is only a few steps away. The local corner shop, the chip shop, Poppys Tea Room (great food) and Post office are all close. It's not too far to drive to the Co-op store if you are looking for a larger place to shop than the local store. The beach is a short walk away, across the dunes, to what I consider to be the best beach in Norfolk. My ten year old Cockapoo loves Winterton beach more than anywhere else. It was lovely to see a few seals bobbing about in the sea most days too. The Cranny itself had all the conveniences of home and the large garden was really lovely, with a couple of paved seating areas. Plenty of room for dogs to safely run around without fear of them escaping. We also visited Wroxham Barns, which is nice if you have young children as there is also a small animal farm within the site. Poppylands, a 1940's tea room, in Horsey, was well worth the visit, decked out with Union Jacks and old war memorabilia. The lunch we had there was very good. Would have loved to stay in Winterton for another week!
Ian
On Monday, 30 Jun 2025
Excellent cottage located so close to the beach and the local pub and chip shop. Everything you need is available in the cottage. Made a great week by the sea enjoyable and look forward to returning again. Thanks to the team.
Patricia
On Monday, 16 Jun 2025
Ideal cottage for a chill out week. Every facility you need.. Spotlessly clean and very quiet. Second time we have stayed and would definitely stay again. This is a delightful village and the surrounding area is really nice . Highly recommend
Janet
On Friday, 06 Jun 2025
This property is beautiful 😍 Had everything we needed for a wonderful holiday in a delightful village and the garden is amazing 🤩 Looking forward to returning for a long weekend in September 😀
Janet
On Thursday, 29 May 2025
The Cranny is a beautiful, unusual home, in a lovely village. We absolutely loved it. Lovely walks on the doorstep, including the dunes and the beach which are wonderful and a very nice pub nearby with great meals.
It was freezing when we arrived and we had some problems getting the heating to come on, but the wonderful and very helpful Kim, the housekeeper, helped us to get it going. Even though the weather was fresh we could sit out in the lovely, sheltered garden when we arrived back every day. Altogether an absolutely fabulous place to stay.
Deborah
On Friday, 02 May 2025
We stayed in the Cranny with my 91year old mum and it was lovely. Great quaint little cottage with everything we needed, comfortable beds and very clean. The garden was completely private and enclosed and weather being kind to us we managed to sit outside most days. Great location 5 minutes walk from beautiful clean beach with beach cafe and toilets, Poppys tea room located inside post office and convenience store and fish and chip shop again all within 5 minutes walk. Local pub Fisherman’s return only few minutes walk so all amenities were easy to get to with elderly lady with mobility walker and scooter. Easy access to Great Yarmouth with its lovely promenade plus plenty of other places to visit. Would definitely recommend and we will be back 🌸
Paul
On Tuesday, 22 Apr 2025
We had a great relaxing week at The Cranny. Idlyic looking cottage and comfortable. Beach and dunes just a short few mins away and our dogs loved it. No complaints everything was perfect. Highly recommend if you are looking to be close to sea
Steven
On Monday, 07 Apr 2025
Had a lovely stay. Everything that we needed was on hand. Garden was excellent for the dog Look forward to staying here again.
Jean
On Thursday, 13 Feb 2025
The Cranny is a lovely thatched cottage. Very clean and comfortable, It has all the equipment you need. A secure garden for the dogs to roam around safely. Situated near to the beach, Village has a good pub, small supermarket, fish and chip shop, tea room. And a lovely old church.
Laura
On Thursday, 28 Nov 2024
Amazing cottage that we were grateful to be able to return to. Amenities on your doorstep, beach and dunes 5 minutes walk, cosy and comfortable lounge, secure garden for our dog and seals on the beach. What else could you ask for?!
Alison
On Monday, 04 Nov 2024
We had a lovely stay at The Cranny.. it’s a unique property in the middle of the village, close to the pub, shop and Fish&Chip shop… it’s also a minutes walk from the dunes.. it is well equipped and comfortable and unusually has a tv in each bedroom as well as the lounge which we found handy… it has a secure garden for a dog and off road parking.. the owners kindly left us some lovely goodies on arrival as well as a much welcomed bottle of milk in the fridge.. this is my second stay at this property and I have no doubt it won’t be my last.. I highly recommend
Ken Ladson
On Monday, 21 Oct 2024
Excellent property and location. Have visited village several times and stayed at different properties. This is certainly superb. Will return next year. Already booked.
Julia Whelbourn
On Thursday, 10 Oct 2024
Lovely little cottage in central position in the village, so cosy and well equipped. The cottage was very nicely presented with a lovely pretty garden. We felt very welcome, and enjoyed a comfortable peaceful stay.
Ian Cornwall
On Saturday, 31 Aug 2024
Had a great time at The Cranny. A beautiful cottage set in the lovely village of Winterton. The cottage was well equipped and with a lovely welcome pack on arrival. The beach, dunes, chip shop and, of course, the pub were all just minutes away. The garden provided a great enclosed space for the doggie to relax after his walks in the surf. Would highly recommend The Cranny and we would definitely stay here again.
Terry Joscow
On Thursday, 04 Jul 2024
Our first stay at "The Cranny" and would very much like to return. Clean, comfortable and well equipped with a good garden and off road parking. Beach, pub, fish and chips, tea room and shop all within easy walking distance. Very dog friendly. Highly recommended.
Roger Jenner
On Sunday, 23 Jun 2024
This was out fifth visit to Winterton but our first stay at the Cranny what a lovely place it is The housekeepers should be congratulated on the cleanliness and presentation of the property throughout. The garden also was lovely which our Labrador loved. The weather was kind after a 'shakey' start and we visited places that we have been to before but this time found Sherringham Park which we enjoyed walking the trails and the superb views. Hospitality at the Fisherman's was first class as usual with excellent food as always. We are very taken with this area of the country and will no doubt be back again, hopefully soon.
Henry Smith
On Saturday, 15 Jun 2024
Had a lovely time at The Cranny. Such a beautiful little cottage set in the lovely village of Winterton. Everything in the cottage catered for with unexpected welcome pack which was excellent. Would highly recommend The Cranny and we would definitely stay here again.
Sally Dobson
On Thursday, 06 Jun 2024
What a fabulous cottage. I was on my own with 2 dogs. It was so homely and exceptionally clean. The garden was a great bonus, which the dogs loved. So close to the beach and dunes for great walks with the dogs. Good pub not far, and brilliant fish and chip shop. Didn't get chance to go into Poppy's, but perhaps next time. Excellent welcome pack. Hopefully I will be back.
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