Located within a mile (2 km) of RSPB Titchwell Marsh, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Brancaster Beach. The cottage includes a fireplace, a microwave, and a TV.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk
Furnished and equipped to a high standard, 1 Dix Cottages is a romantic boutique coastal delight located at the heart of the charming and beautiful village of Thornham. Surrounded by stunning walks, and very close to the outstanding gastropubs, the deli, and other fabulous village amenities, this hideaway is also a 25 minute walk from the beach.
Perfect for a short romantic getaway for two, a family summer break or a great spot for good friends to spend some time away together, 1 Dix Cottages exudes comfort and warmth. The downstairs living environment comprises of a well-equipped country kitchen, a delightful breakfast/dining area and a cosy sitting room. Warmed by modern electric storage heaters, and a charming wood burning stove adds extra cosiness and emits ambient light on chilly evenings. Upstairs, two inviting bedrooms are presented (a king-size and a twin room), which share the use of a good sized family bathroom with walk-in shower. Outside, the west facing private garden hosts garden furniture and barbecue. Two cars can park on the cottage's private driveway.
Located in the middle of the village, 1 Dix Cottages boasts some wonderful places to eat right on the doorstep. The award-winning gastropub The Orange Tree is just over the road. Five minutes walk away, Thornham Deli offers great breakfasts and relaxed dining. A little further down the road there is a selection of eateries and shops at the Drove Orchards, including superb fish and chips or pizza at Eric's. Walkers and birdwatchers are spoilt for choice with the North Norfolk coast path moments away, and RSPB Titchwell a short drive or half hour walk away. Thornham also has its own beautiful, often deserted, wide expanse of sandy beach which is waiting to be discovered. The vast beach at Brancaster with its resident colony of seals is ten minutes' drive way. The Coasthopper bus stops in the village, making it easy to get anywhere along the coast.
1 Dix Cottages and the neighbouring cottage can be booked together for larger groups: 2 Dix Cottages (sleeps six guests).
Additional Information: Sorry, no pets. Travel cot and high chair available on request. Please bring your own linen for the travel cot.
The cottage is heated and features 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 11 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
A Superb Stylishly Furnished Gorgeous Little Cottage
533132
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Hunstanton, close to Hunstanton Beach, RSPB Titchwell Marsh, and Brancaster Beach. You'll also find Norfolk Coast and Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at 1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is 1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a fireplace, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at 1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk?
No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at 1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk?
No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at 1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk.
1 Dix Cottages, Thornham, Norfolk Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marion J.
Mar 8, 2022
A cosy cottage for a winter stay
The property is comfortable and clean, well appointed and has all facilities for a holiday. The location is ideal for the coast and village.
Excellent location for exploring North Norfolk coast Private parking a bonus Beds very comfortable - bedding & towels good quality & adequate But disappointed with the bathroom - bath too high, toilet stained, mould around bath unsightly & unhygienic Poor instructions regarding heating which is required for cool autumn evenings Would be helpful in Information folder to have nearest Doctor, Dentist & A&E Dept Also Chemist, PO & Garage
Mrs Miriam & Mr John T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Colin T.
Mar 30, 2022
excellent experience from start to finish.
Cool & efficient contact. Helpful & friendly staff. Cottage in tip top condition -- what,s not to like? Only problem we received emails but they were devoid of content.
Colin T.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jane M.
Apr 27, 2022
Location location location
The title says it all! Everything on your doorstep from this cottage in this lovely village. Three pubs with good dining, Thornham deli, Drove Orchards and, best of all, the walks. We saw lots of wildlife, including Chinese Water Deer. The cottage itself would be ideal for two adults and two children, but was a wee bit of a squeeze for four adults. The lounge would benefit from an extra armchair, there is room in the corner. Being a bit picky, we thought that the property would benefit from having a deep clean now and again. Certain areas were a bit grubby/dusty. To summarise: this is a comfortable cottage, with parking and a suntrap garden area, in a desirable location.
Jane M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
howard t.
Apr 6, 2022
1 dix cottages
Good location Perfect for the coast hopper bus Seating would be inadequate for 4 adults We where okay as only 2 of us Storage heater difficult to control the heat when we wanted it A bit mean only providing one bin bag!!!!!!!!!!
Overall a nice stay in a good location
howard t.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Simon P.
Feb 28, 2022
1 dix cottages
All in the property was good apart from the electric shower over the bath which had a very poor flow and kept tripping out making the water go cold while showering. If that was fixed then it would get top marks!!
Simon P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Alison T.
Dec 31, 2021
Dix cottage stay
We love Dic Cottage. It's the second year we've spent Christmas there and it was lovely both times. This year we were even left really nice treats a lovely card and wine which was such a nice touch. The location is perfect too. We love Thornham. The only negative was the hot water. We didn't use it excessively by any means but was disappointing not to be able to fill a bath for the kids one 2 occasions and even for very short showers it would go cold. It was a minor detail though and overall an excellent place
Alison T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dec 15, 2021
Love it
Love this cottage soooooo much. This is our 3rd time at Dix - would be more than happy to live here!
So cute and conveniently located just across from our favourite pub in Thornham. What more can I say?
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Oct 6, 2021
Traditional Norfolk cottage in lovely village
Very comfortable cottage in great location with well appointed kitchen but requires some tlc. 4 light bulbs (2 in kitchen, 2 in bedroom) not working and couldn’t find any replacements. Outside light over front door and blind over kitchen door u/s. Shower very noisy but feeble and needs replacing/updating. Upstairs doors need modernising. Generally downstairs much nicer than upstairs but with recommendations could be superb!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Denise L.
Sep 29, 2021
Delightful cottage in beautiful village
This compact cottage met our needs perfectly and was exactly as described and pictured. The private parking and secluded garden made it very convenient and cosy.
Lovely welcome gifts - thank you.
Not a criticism just a point to note - the brochure mentioned a freezer in the shed but there was no shed , and just the ice box integral to the under- counter fridge.
Denise L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sep 29, 2021
Lovely little cottage
Had a great stay here. It’s a lovely cottage in a great location on the main road going to all the different locations. Was within walking distance of everything we needed from the deli to various pubs for eating. Very clean and really loved the garden. The only negative was that I would definitely replace the mattress as it was nowhere as comfortable as when we last stayed a couple of years ago.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sep 9, 2021
Enjoyable stay overall
From some of the few reviews we could find on this property I think we enjoyed our stay more than some others appeared to do. Of the problems others mentioned: yes, the cottage is next to the main road which can be busy but by early evening traffic is much reduced and we did not find this an issue. There is indeed an air con or similar unit next door just over the garden fence which went on and off periodically, but again caused us no real problem. The property was clean and spacious with pleasant bedrooms and comfortable lounge and if the bath/shower was a bit of a hurdle to get in and out of you soon got used to it. It was a bit slippery though and we would suggest a bath mat is made available. The cooker was not the simplest to operate but again instructions are available and clear and after just a couple of goes we found it worked perfectly well. This was the only property we have stayed in let by Norfolk Hideaways that did not provide a welcome pack, no big deal, but it is a nice gesture when you arrive to see one there, it does not have to be a cornucopia of delights. Otherwise, we were happy to stay there and all of us had a good holiday.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sep 9, 2021
Nice cottage but a few issues
A nice cottage in a good location. Unfortunately the road is noisy and cottage needs a good deep clean
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jul 2, 2021
Lovely holiday cottage
Nice cottage good living area n kitchen with lovely garden and great position in the village. Good sized bed rooms and very well finished all round. A great place to explore the North norfolk coast. We had a lovely holiday there!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jun 22, 2021
Another lovely stay at Dix Cottage
This is the second time we have stayed in this cottage which had been partly refurbished since our last visit. We were very comfortable and found found the cottage well equipped. The slightly damaged fridge was about to be replaced. We would happily stay here again and would recommend to our friends.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Alan C.
Feb 12, 2020
Short mid week break in Feb 2020
Good location and condition of cottage. Nice box of chocs and bottle of wine on arrival. Whole area is wonderful. Only 1 point to raise, lounge electric heater fan very noisy, could not use whilst sitting in lounge.
Alan C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Nov 19, 2019
Very good but it’s the little things that make a cottage great
We’ve stayed here before and it’s an excellent cottage in a great location.
This visit wasn’t however as good as our previous visit.
The cottage was quite cold on arrival and relies primarily on overnight storage heaters; it took a full day to get the property up to a reasonable temperature. One log for the wood burning stove felt a little mean. The extra electric heater was missing it’s feet and felt unsafe to use.
We had to purchase items for the kitchen too. There were no dishwasher tablets and no washing up liquid for us to use. It’s the little things that count.
Only one spare loo roll too and this had suffered damage from damp, and the loo could have been cleaner!
The two bedside lamps were still not working in spite of a previous visitor flagging this up.
At over a £100 a night in November, perhaps the marking should be “Could do better”. And this was perhaps highlighted by the wonderful Orange Tree Inn over the road from the cottage who were trying to tempt customers with their offer of a standard double room with breakfast at £49 during our stay.
That said, it is a lovely little cottage and we will probably be back. Please just try harder!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jul 13, 2019
Lovely cottage in an excellent location
Had a lovely week in this cottage. Although it is well situated for the beach and other places along the coast it is on a busy main road so if you are a light sleeper take earplugs! We have stayed in many cottages over the years but unfortunately this one was not as well equipped. We did not expect to have to buy cleaning equipment/foil/cling film/hand wash etc although we realise these items are not necessarily provided - they have been previously. The air con unit outside the cottage next door is very noisy. The chocolates and wine were a lovely gesture. When the smoke alarms were faulty they were fixed very promptly. Thornham is a lovely village with 3 pubs within walking distance that do delicious food. Would recommend this cottage.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jun 30, 2019
Lovely cottage, beautiful village
Lovely cottage, road a lot quieter than we expected. Comfy bed. Shower and bath great, fills quickly and water nice and hot. Towels big and fluffy. Good equipment and appliances in kitchen ( toaster browns unevenly and may need replacing?) Beautiful scented honeysuckle around door and lovely flower border. Wooden garden Furniture- lovely for a sunny lunch or dinner. Some minor improvements we'd like to suggest are : a pair of kitchen scissors would be useful, a couple of hooks in the kitchen for t-towel and hand towel would be useful, another shelf in bathroom and a new blind would be good, maybe put the back door key in the key safe with the front door key? Thornham is a beautiful, quiet village and we would definitely stay at 1 Dix cottages again.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jun 25, 2019
Homely stay.
Generally very good and only no welcome pack, only a few cleaning left out and no courtesy call from Norfolk Hideaway was main negatives.
Lovely cottage in a great location though and would recommend it.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 11, 2018
Excellent stay
Had a wonderful week in Norfolk at Dix cottage. We have stayed in the larger cottage before but this was also great. Had fabulous weather wonderful walks wells to Holkham , various parts of Pedlars way. Great food at the pubs and the deli
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sep 26, 2018
Enjoyed our stay at Dix cottage
The location was Excellent , opposite a pub that did delicious suppers! So convenient. Everything that one needed,although perhaps some cushions for outside chairs would be welcome in the summer months?
So many places to visit within the locality.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Jul 27, 2018
Lovely location, but creature comforts sadly missing
We couldn't fault the idyllic location - Thornham is lovely and the perfect place to explore the coast.
But there were a myriad of issues with the house which marred our holiday...
The master bedroom was unbearably hot - no great surprise when we discovered the hot water cylinder for the house was in one of the cupboards. A heads-up, or the provision of a fan, during this heatwave would have been very welcome. As it was, we had to go and buy one. Also, dishwasher tablets and bin liners are a very strange welcome pack to receive on arrival. A pint of milk would have been appreciated more, and prevented a mad late-evening dash to Lidl on a Saturday night!
Ignoring the broken cooker switch and window sash lock (both speedily dealt with by the Holiday Let company), the only shower in the house was awful - either scorching hot or freezing cold - the internet connection is patchy at best, and the TV reception packed up right in the middle of England's World Cup semi-final, which did not go down well!