In the heart of this bird watcher's paradise, Plumtrees offers a stylish retreat with an open fire and large terrace perfect for sunny afternoons. Take in the amazing views to the saltmarsh, sea and surrounding countryside from the comfort of your king-size bed or cozy chairs.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 611 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
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Parking available
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Plumtrees, Thornham, Norfolk
Located in the coastal village of Thornham, Plumtrees is a beautifully renovated hideaway featuring a grand viewing window with Juliet balcony that enjoys stunning vistas across Thornham's saltmarsh to the sea beyond. Offering stylish open-plan living with an ambient open fireplace, Plumtrees is situated within walking distance to the village pubs, beach and nature reserves.
The contemporary frontage of Plumtrees is immediately impressive, with this thoughtful design and attention to detail continuing throughout the interiors. The light and bright kitchen features a sloping roof allowing light to flood into the space, which is complemented by a sky blue colour scheme and open rustic shelving, plus plenty of worktop space. The kitchen is well-equipped to cater for serving delicious breakfasts or evenings spent dining in. A wonderful design feature of Plumtrees is that the nominated cook can converse with those gathered at the dining table, or on the sit up stools in front of the breakfast bar. From the dining table, enjoy garden views through the french doors, as food and conversation are shared. In the adjacent quadruple-aspect sitting room a cosy open fire adds additional warmth and spreads ambient light during chillier months. After a long day spent exploring, nestle into the comfortable sofas and relax as you watch a film. For quieter moments, the triple-aspect family room features full height windows framing views of the garden, saltmarshes and sea beyond. With a variety of books to delve into, as well as a selection of games, there is plenty to keep you busy. Timber clad walls and flooring give a beachy feel to this wonderful space. Upstairs, on the first floor, three inviting bedrooms are presented. Featuring a floor to ceiling arch window with Juliet balcony, the triple aspect master bedroom benefits from ample natural light and boasts stunning views of the saltmarshes, sea and the countryside that reaches all the way to Titchwell Nature Reserve and Brancaster Golf Club. Hosting a king-size bed, this room is served by a modern en-suite shower room with walk-in shower. Bedroom two offers twin beds, and a double bed is offered by bedroom three, with both rooms sharing in the quintessential countryside views.
Outside, the rear garden is predominantly enclosed, featuring a large terrace that is ideal for sunny afternoons, and leads all the way down to the village pond. A haven for wildlife, especially nesting moorhens and ducks, this is a perfect place to sit under the fruit trees to share in a well-earned sundowner! Muddy or sandy feet and paws can be rinsed off using the outside tap. To the front of the property is a small all-year-round sun terrace with bistro table and chairs. Nature and wildlife lovers will love this beautiful detached hideaway. There is ample parking at Plumtrees, with off-road parking for up to four cars. Bikes and paddleboards can also be stored to the rear of the property.
Plumtrees is an idyllic base from which to explore all that North Norfolk has to offer, whether by car, bicycle, bus or foot. There are two great village pubs within walking distance, The Orange Tree is less than fifteen minutes away, and The Lifeboat Inn is less than twenty minutes away. Just twenty minutes' walk away, The Thornham Deli is hugely popular for its breakfasts and light bites. The beach at Thornham is reachable within a twenty minute walk, with the beaches at Holme-next-the-Sea, Hunstanton, Brancaster and Wells each reachable in under twenty five minutes by car. In neighbouring Burnham Deepdale there is a petrol station, and small but well-stocked store. With some delicious restaurants and boutique shops, the Georgian village of Burnham Market is also nearby. Plumtrees is in the midst of a birders paradise with Thornham saltmarshes on the doorstep, and RSPB Titchwell, Holme Dunes Nature Reserve, and RSPB Snettisham nearby. For a history fix, the stately homes of HM The Kings Sandringham, Houghton, Holkham and Pensthorpe are all within easy reach.
This property is also available as a sleeps four option, listed as Plumtrees (4).
Additional Information: One well behaved dog welcome (small additional charge). Bedding is synthetic with Egyptian cotton linen. Please bring your own original size coffee pods for the Nespresso coffee machine.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Microwave
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Safety features
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)
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
About the area
Located in Hunstanton, this cottage is by the sea. Sandringham House is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Coast and Hunstanton Beach. Courtyard Farm and Rainbow Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Hunstanton travel guide
What time is check-in at Plumtrees, Thornham, Norfolk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Plumtrees, Thornham, Norfolk?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Plumtrees, Thornham, Norfolk located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from RSPB Titchwell Marsh and within 3 mi (5 km) of Brancaster Beach and East Sands. Royal West Norfolk Golf Club is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
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Plumtrees, Thornham, Norfolk Reviews
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What a wonderful place Plumtrees is. Spacious and with amazing views, you can just drink in those big Norfolk sky's and completely relax and unwind. We enjoyed a sundowner in the garden room which overlooks the little pond and also from the master bedroom which has far reaching views. In the perfect place to get onto the coastal path without using your car, handy for Titchwell, which can be seen from the bedroom window. Excellent customer service from Norfolk Hideaways, they are a fantastic knowledgeable group of people, they really know the properties and are happy to help in anyway.
Christine S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer U.
Dec 30, 2016
Wonderful house, great location, slight hiccup with housekeeping at the beginning
We loved Plumtrees and would definitely stay there again, however when we arrived at 5.30 pm after a long drive there were no sheets on the beds and no towels. A phone call to the office luckily caught someone there who organised the cleaners to come with sheets and towels by 7.30pm. So it was all sorted quickly but still wasn't what we would have expected given how much we were paying for the Christmas week. The house is lovely, well equipped and comfortable. The location and views are amazing.
Jennifer U.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mar 29, 2022
Fabulous house
The location of Plumtrees is perfect, situated away from the main road, near The Green and overlooking the salt marshes. There are a number of lovely walks straight from the house and the pubs and Deli are within easy walking distance. The house itself was wonderful, great layout, warm, comfortable rooms and very nicely furnished.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lynn B.
Mar 8, 2022
Birthday weekend away
Having previously enjoyed many weekends away in this country over the last year including through Norfolk Hideaways we had high expectations of the property, spending a little more on a 3 night stay then we would normally due to a special birthday. The property was lovely and in a fabulous location, however just not very welcoming. It felt sparse and cold with attention to detail missing.
We looked forward to the open fire but had only been left 4 logs for our first evening. These burnt in no time. Luckily we had come prepared with a bag of logs.
The fridge was clean but empty, a bottle of milk would not have gone amiss. Perhaps a small welcome hamper would be helpful. The fridge also had a very strong odour, a bit like bleach which remained all weekend. Not very pleasant for storing food.
The side lamps in the lounge did not work and when we went to replace the bulbs from those left in the drawer, they didn’t work either. Some of the pillows have seen better days and we left we stripped the bed to be helpful, to find stains on the mattress protector, which probably should have been replaced. There was also an ornament in the bedroom that had been broken previously and really should have been removed rather than leaving it in pieces.
Despite the little issues, the house was nice, the master bedroom lovely with its views and the location for walks from the doorstep fabulous. The local places to eat were really good too.
We had a lovely weekend and with the issues resolved would recommend the property.
Lynn B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Martin M.
Feb 22, 2022
Plumtrees Revisited (4th time)
Plumtrees is a spacious, well located holiday home in the village of Thornham. We have stayed here 4 times - 4 adults and a 10yr old. It is perfect for our needs and we would hope to return. It is comfortable, warm and well equipped with views over Thornham Marsh to the sea and Titchwell RSPB reserve. A barn owl regularly hunts over the nearby village green. Thornham is a lovely village and Plumtrees gives easy access to the 3 pubs/restaurants, Thornham Deli and playing fields, Thornham Harbour and coastal walks.
The positives vastly outweigh any negatives. However, as regular and hopefully returning customers, we would note that the towels are of average quality and bath sheets really ought to be provided. The copper bottomed saucepans take an age to heat and as has been commented on in the visitors book, a 4 piece toaster should replace the existing one.
Please see these as constructive comments, designed to further improve the very good customer experience.
Martin M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Feb 11, 2022
Comfortable Accommodation in a wonderful Location
We very much enjoyed our stay in Plumtrees and we would definitely book again, especially post-covid.
The reason I have only given 3 for cleanliness and customer service is that there was no way of knowing how clean the property was in covid terms. It had clearly been cleaned but what else had been done? Had all the surfaces in all the rooms been cleaned with an approved anti-viral cleaner? Ditto the handrail down the stairs, the door and window handles and the light switches? Had the house been thoroughly aired? As there was no mention of any of this on the website, or in the information we were sent, I contacted Norfolk Hideaways but they were no help. They just said: "all our cleaners know the protocols" but, as they do not publish those protocols, that was no help. As a result, we opened all doors, windows and skylights upon arrival for 30 minutes and we cleaned all of the above ourselves. It took us about an hour.
Plumtrees has some quirky design features, such as the light fitting in the Master Bedroom being a made from a dustbin and jam jars, but these do not detract from its comfort. It also has several low beams which is unexpected for a modern house, one towards the bottom of the main stairs and one in the en-suite bathroom. Being a tall male, I could not use the en-suite toilet but, as we had the whole house to ourselves, I used the family bathroom or downstairs toilet so it was not a problem.
The views from the Master bedroom are magnificent, both to the north (towards the sea) and the east (towards RSPB Titchwell). We spent many happy hours enjoying those views - the house is worth booking for them alone!
If I were to make one suggestion to improve the property it would be to upgrade the bed in the Master Bedroom from king (5ft wide) to super-king (6ft wide). There is more than enough room and it would be a major benefit.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jan A.
Jan 28, 2022
A January break in Norfolk
A lovely property, very comfortable with lots of living space. Fabulous master bedroom & en-suite. Also great walks straight from the house.
Jan A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nov 2, 2021
Another great stay
Our 4th visit. Another great stay. This time the weather was kind (fewer showers to dodge than usual). The North Norfolk Coast is a lovely place for a holiday.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mar 24, 2020
Beautiful Accommodation in Stunning Setting
We really enjoyed our stay at Plumtrees. The accommodation is light and airy, spacious and very well equipped. The views are gorgeous; in a tranquil setting with unobstructed views across the salt marsh and out to see. A peaceful retreat, with a nice outdoor area for sitting outside. Plenty of parking for 2-3 vehicles. This cottage is in a perfect location, with some great places to dine out close by and well placed for exploring North Norfolk. I cannot fault this place, I am sure we will be back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mar 20, 2020
Lovely weekend at Plumbtrees.
We were very comfortable at Plumtrees, we are regular visitors to Thornham and our preferred location is the green with its views and rural tranquility. Very well planned spacious accommodation works well for people. Fortunately we 'crate" our small well behaved dog...otherwise the open plan nature could be challenging with a dog!
Kitchen is well equipped and the living area very comfortable. Rather a lot of labels/instructions everywhere would be my only criticism.
It was a lovely place to unite as a family possibly for a long time now with the pall of Corona Virus ahead.... who knows when we can all be together and as happy as that again.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Martin M.
Feb 25, 2020
We love Plumtrees!
Our 3rd family stay at Plumtrees in the lovely village of Thornham. Plumtrees is perfectly located with easy access to the marsh for walks and birdwatching and of course to the 3 pubs/restaurants/hotels and Thornham Deli. The house is comfortable and spacious with a really quirky master bedroom that offers great views across to RSPB Titchwell. Its open plan nature and associated summer room give lots of space for 2 families to spread out!
We would hope to return in the near future.
Note for Norfolk Hideaways - Only 1 toilet roll in the house on arrival? Not what we would expect.
Martin M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ian t.
Jan 8, 2020
a wonderful place to stay
a wonderful place to stay, this was our third time staying here at plumtrees and hope to come back soon.
well located as a base for the wildlife in north Norfolk
ian t.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Dec 9, 2019
Beautiful house in stunning location
No starter kit of tea/coffee/milk/logs. Crockery/utensils/cutlery really dirty (spatula looked used and put away with a lot of food on it). Dusty/dirty open shelves in kitchen. But, beautiful house and views, comfortable beds
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pam G.
Nov 29, 2019
Lovely area
Lovely views, comfortable cottage.Not able to use DVD player as not connected but otherwise very well equipped.
Pam G.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Nov 29, 2019
A lovely stay
Our 2nd time here. Thank you for the wine! Lovely property, great location. Ps Kitchen roll would be helpful!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Nov 12, 2019
Back to Plumtrees
The house is perfect for us especially the view from the bedroom across the marsh. It was warm, comfortable and stylish. We will be back soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edward G.
Jun 22, 2019
Plumtrees Cottage, Thornham
Our third visit. Love the house, location, facitities. We spend a lot of time in North Norfolk and Plumtrees is first class in every regard.
Edward G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sep 21, 2018
Plumtrees Thornham
A beautiful house with the 'wow' factor. Fantastic views from the main bedroom, you can even see the sea! A great stay for a family or group of friends: open plan living room and kitchen allowed everyone to socialise. A fantastic garden room to enjoy too, full of light and sunshine. Great long walks to the beach and marshes from the house.
On the edge of the village but backing onto the road, however not very busy with traffic. Not recommended for pets and small children as the garden is not secure and the pond at the bottom of the garden would be a concern.
We will hopefully be back as we had an amazing week.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Aug 15, 2018
Value for money ?..........Mmmmm
Enjoyable holiday with family , assisted greatly by tremendous weather .
Plumtrees is a lovely extended Norfolk cottage in a prime position overlooking ‘ The Green ‘ , situation is rural and peaceful .
The cottage has an open plan layout to the ground floor and therefore feels quite spacious , the bedrooms are more than adequate . As a family of six we felt comfortable within the house .
There are obvious signs of this being a popular and well used let , couple of ‘ stains’ here and there on sofas, marks on carpets etc. a bath with a nonfunctional plug & a very temperamental power shower in the onsuite , but overall the house is standing up to the rigours of holiday families quite well .
Please bear in mind , the let is ‘ dog friendly ‘ , as long as you are able to prevent the animal from running up the stairs where there is a ‘ No dogs allowed ‘ sign . The garden also proved difficult , our dog was able to gain access to both the pond and the adjoining road so we had no choice but to keep him on a lead .
As the name of the property suggests there are plumtrees in the garden , this time of year they are a haven for wasps who have gorged themselves on the fruit . Venture anywhere in close proximity to said trees and the little blighters were only too keen to strike . Shame , as there was a lovely spot in the garden for BBQs , we attempted 2 but were driven inside by said wasps wanting a share of whatever was available . Oh the joys of an English Summer !
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Aug 1, 2018
Location of house excellent with Sea View
We loved the position of the house and the views from it. Close to the Coastal Path.
It would have been nice to have had outside dining table & chairs provided in the lovely weather.
Kitchen was well equipped but all the bakeware needs changing.
Thoroughly recommend this holiday home.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jul 11, 2018
Great find
Excellent property in ideal location.
A short hose on the o/s tap would have helped when cleaning dog.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
May 16, 2018
8/10
Good location for visiting places. Cottages a mood room clean and tidy place, very poor wfi none most of the time. A m just to visit the deli excellent food good service and friendly staff.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
May 13, 2018
Brilliant Property
The property had everything we needed for our trip and was very well finished inside. It had everything we needed and more and the location was very peaceful whilst being within a very short driving distance to Hunstanton and other places.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edward G.
May 12, 2018
Plumtree Cottage
The second time we have stayed at Plumtree and again it was fantastic. We will return some time soon.