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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a staircase, and a living room with a blue sofa. - The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach (Winterton-on-Sea)
A brick house with a black front door, a small porch, and a mailbox. - The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach (Winterton-on-Sea)
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a staircase leading to another room. - The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach (Winterton-on-Sea)
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The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1098 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach

  • Once Winterton’s village shop, this charming three-bedroom cottage is now a spacious and welcoming retreat, perfectly located just a short walk from the dunes and village amenities.

    Step inside to a generous open-plan lounge and dining area, designed for relaxed gatherings. There’s comfortable seating for all, along with a TV with Freesat, Blu-ray player, and a selection of DVDs and games for cosy evenings in. The dining and living spaces are subtly divided by the main staircase, adding character to the room.

    From here, continue through to the well-equipped kitchen, complete with oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, and a large fridge freezer. Beyond the kitchen, you’ll find a second staircase, a convenient downstairs WC, and a utility room with washer/dryer.

    Upstairs, the cottage offers flexible and thoughtfully arranged accommodation. From the front staircase, the landing leads to a twin bedroom with two 3' single beds, and a spacious main bedroom with a king-size bed. The main bedroom connects to a large Jack and Jill bathroom, featuring a bath, separate shower, WC and washbasin.

    This bathroom also leads through to the rear landing, where you’ll find a further double bedroom and a second bathroom with a large walk-in shower, WC and washbasin. This part of the cottage can also be accessed via the back staircase, offering added flexibility for families or groups. All bedrooms are fitted with blackout blinds for a restful night’s sleep, and a high chair and travel cot are available on request.

    Outside, the enclosed garden is accessed from the kitchen and provides a lovely spot to relax, complete with seating and astro turf. On quiet days, you can even hear the sound of the sea nearby.

    There is parking for one car at the front of the property, with additional parking available within the village.

    Up to three dogs are welcome at The Old Village Shop at no additional charge. Dogs are welcome throughout the downstairs living areas and may join you on the sofa when using the throws provided. We kindly ask that dogs are not left unattended in the property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,098 square feet

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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

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Great Yarmouth is home to this cottage. Lost World Adventure Golf and Pirates Cove Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Oasis Amusements and Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens. Joyland and Sea Life Great Yarmouth are also worth visiting. Visit our Great Yarmouth travel guide
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Winterton-on-Sea, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • A windmill, a house, and a body of water during sunset.
    Norfolk Broads
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • An open-air amphitheater with a metal frame and glass walls, surrounded by a grassy field and trees with autumn foliage.
    University of East Anglia
    49 min drive - 33.8 miles
  • A beach with a pier extending into the sea, a rocky shoreline, and a building on a cliff.
    Cromer Beach
    60 min drive - 39.4 miles
  • beach near The Glebe
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Great Yarmouth Beach
    30 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Great Yarmouth Station
    19 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Haven Caister-on-Sea Holiday Park
    8 min drive
  • Fishermans Return
    3 min walk
  • The Frying Scotsman
    4 min drive
  • The Smokehouse
    7 min drive
  • Mash and Barrel
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach located?

Situated in Great Yarmouth, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Norfolk Broads, Norfolk Coast and Lost World Adventure Golf. Oasis Amusements and Ormesby Broad are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Old Village Shop | Spacious Dog Friendly Cottage Near the Beach Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage

The cottage is lovely, very spacious and bright. The bedrooms are big and the bedding is very good. It's furnished very well with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing holiday. However it was badly let down by the state of the garden. The weeds were waist high and coming up through the imitation grass. Nothing would have persuaded us to sit out there. Such a shame.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location

A wonderful stay! Perfectly located for walking to the beach and close to local convenience store and coffee shop. Easy access to walking/running trails as well. The house had everything we needed and we were able to stay comfortably with four adults and two children
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Very comfortable and pleasant house

My only comment would be- to brush down cobwebs on the outside furniture. The house was in a great location and fully equipped
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Old Village Shop

This was our second stay in the old Village Shop, Ideally situated for the Dunes and the beach to walk Dogs and everything you need is in the village. Property is clean and comfortable with everything you need to enjoy a relaxing time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and a great place to stay

We stayed for a week at the Old Village Shop house which is a quirky and unusual property full of character and charm. There is even a facade on the outside which is a delight to see plus the history of the home is provided. Lovely warm house, plenty of hot water, great large shower and everything and more you could need for a great stay. Parking on front drive which is great (so often properties don't have private parking) and a short walk to the dunes and beach. Responsive, caring and friendly owners (booked through Winterton Cottages). Definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovey visit

This is a really lovey cottage to stay in. Very comfortable and has a well equipped kitchen. A stones throw away from the dunes to the beach. A lovely basket of treats was left on the table for us. Would highly recommend staying here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful place to stay

The Old Village Shop provided a perfect base to explore the wonderful beach & sand dunes. The village store, Pub & chip shop are all a very short walk away. The accommodation was homely, spacious, clean & warm. It worked perfectly for us with our dog. We would highly recommend it & we would love to go again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our thoughts

A lovely cottage in a great location to explore Norfolk or enjoy the dunes, which are a 2 minute walk. A nice local pub that is always welcoming. This is our 4th visit to the Old Village Shop so, that should say it all. Looking forward to the next one.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage in a stunning village!

Everything about this trip was outstanding - the customer service from Winterton Cottages at the point of booking where Rachel couldn't have been more helpful giving me so much information. The cottage was outstanding, had absolutely everything we could have needed (we will be packing much less next visit!) and a lovely welcome basket of treats on arrival too. The village is stunning has all the essentials (pub, cafe, beach cafe & shop!) but was so quiet and quaint - we had the most peaceful relaxing week - have already booked the Village Shop for the same time next year and are hoping to fit another long weekend at some point later this year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful house and a wonderful stay!

Everything about this house was perfect for us, from its location to the facilities and great thought that has been put into decorating and furnishing the property. The house is wonderful, with a great layout and plenty of space. We were happy and comfortable throughout our stay and will definitely return as it felt more of a home from home than just a house rental. We had 2 little dogs with us who are highly suspicious of wooden floors, so it was ideal that the house was carpeted downstairs and allowed them to move around freely rather than as if they were on an ice rink! We have been to Winterton a number of times and by far, this was our favourite house. I almost don't want to recommend it to others incase we can't then get availability to stay here again, but in reality I cannot recommend this property highly enough, it was absolutely wonderful!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful weekend in Winterton!

This was our second visit to Winterton, but the first time staying in The Old Village Shop. The house was comfortable and warm, and the kitchen well equipped. I was pleased to find plenty of mugs, crockery and cutlery. We were aware of the quirky layout and it was fine for us, but be aware the second staircase at the back of the house is steep and narrow. There was plenty of room on the large sofa for 5 of us to watch TV. There was also a selection of games, puzzles, books and DVDs in the house. We chose the house partly because it had a parking space, but there was on street parking available too. We used the village shop and had a delicious takeaway from the fish & chip shop. It was an easy drive into Great Yarmouth for a bit of seaside fun and we also walked along the dunes into Hemsby. Winterton is a brilliant location for easy access to the beach and sand dunes, all within a few minutes walk. Loved the village as much as we did on our first visit in 2022 and will definitely return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Location

A great location in one of the quieter spots of the Norfolk coast. Very laidback village with a friendly local population. A short drive to many amenities and 40 minutes to Norwich. The cottage is well equipped and a short walk across the dunes to the beach .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

really enjoyed our stay - thankyou

had such a pleasant stay! lovely cottage - easy booking and lots of lovely things to do locally and the village was beautiful. really enjoyed our stay! thankyou
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Old Village Shop is in a great location & is a lovely house which was very well equipped.

The old village shop is lovely, in an excellent location, great that you have a shop, pub, chip shop & a couple of cafes just minutes away & of course the beach. The house had everything we needed & was very comfortable for us & our two dogs, we walked a lot & never went out in the car all weekend a real bonus. We would love to stay there again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay at different properties owned by Winterton Cottages just like their other property it didn’t disappoint, very spacious, well equipped and nicely decorated
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Five stars all round for a fantastic stay

We very much enjoyed our stay and found a new walk through the dunes very close by. The Old Village Shop was immaculate and had everything we needed and more we didn’t know we might need! It was very light and airy, comfortable from the large sofa to the bed and huge bathroom. The weather was good to enjoy the dog friendly garden and BBQ. Location was ideal for everything from beach to pub to shop and parking. We loved the quirkiness of 2 staircases and the old shop window, I bet there are some stories to be told!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The old village review

Lovey place to stay, Kitchen a bit tiny especially when you have dogs. Parking only just managed to get car on drive, especially with cars parked across the road.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Old Village Shop

We've been staying in different cottages in winterton-on-sea for the last 10 years once if not twice a year and The Old Village Shop is probably the best we've stayed in it was clean, comfortable and in a good location. Only downside was the garden furniture had been damaged the week before we arrived and no replacement had been sourced before our arrival, but the owners had texted to tell me. We will definitely return.