Title: The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33596744&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk ## Photo gallery for The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk ![Outdoor dining - The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (Holme-next-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33596800/33596744/a924a659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (Holme-next-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33596800/33596744/12a24929.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (Holme-next-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33596800/33596744/605629ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets - The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (Holme-next-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33596800/33596744/bdd5885f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (Holme-next-the-Sea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33596800/33596744/cb3166d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Old Smithy, a romantic barn conversion in the peaceful coastal village of Holme-next-the-Sea. With its authentic character, modern touches and calming décor, this hideaway offers a sunny front terrace, wildlife garden and stunning views across to Holme from the first floor bedroom with vaulted ceiling. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 211 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk Romance and rustic, The Old Smithy is a charming detached self-catering barn conversion in the popular and quiet coastal village of Holme-next-the-Sea, located right on the coast in North Norfolk. Formerly the village blacksmiths, this hideaway has been sensitively converted into a cosy couples' retreat. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, bird and wildlife lovers, it is a fabulous base for exploring the whole of the North Norfolk coast. Set in peaceful Holme-next-the-Sea, with its stunning sandy beach and village pub, The Old Smithy retains its authentic character, but has plenty of modern touches too. With its flint walls, cosy nooks, original features and peaceful setting, The Old Smithy offers a sunny front terrace and wildlife garden, yet comes with unexpected touches too, such as the stunning glass floor in the spacious bedroom. Draw the big wooden barn door across at night and you'll feel totally tucked away from the outside world! Hunker down together in front of the wood burning stove and large flat screen television with BT Vision and Blu-Ray DVD player, or turn on the fabulous Sonos® music system and simply immerse yourselves in this pretty little abode. With a calming décor and stunning first floor bedroom with vaulted ceiling, king-size bed and dressing area, you'll enjoy views across to Holme. The glass ceiling panel in the centre of the room also provides a wonderful focal point. The open-plan hand-built kitchen is well-equipped and comes with a sit-up bar with stools and a separate dining area. The sitting room has two comfortable chairs and a squashy leather sofa, perfect for snuggling down in front of the fire. Outside, the side garden backs onto the marshes with uninterrupted views of the NWT Holme Nature Reserve. With a sunken patio area and lawn the garden offers the opportunity to relax and enjoy the seclusion and location of The Old Smithy, whilst also enjoying the bird and wildlife that surrounds it. But if you do need to keep in touch with the outside world, there is good WiFi and an EE signal booster in the property. This gorgeous barn is just perfect as a honeymoon retreat. Additional Information This property has a non-standard arrival time of 5:00pm, and a departure time of 9:00am. Two well behaved dogs welcome (additional charge). Please bring your own pods for the Tassimo coffee machine. Travel cot available on request. Please bring your own linen. Logs and charcoal are not provided. There is external CCTV via Ring Doorbell at this property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121390000/121382200/121382124/f039e721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hunstanton, Norfolk. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 521386 ## About the area Located in Hunstanton, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Coast and RSPB Titchwell Marsh, while Hunstanton Heritage Centre and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights. Paint Me Ceramics and Rainbow Park are also worth visiting. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling and hiking/biking trails in the area. [Visit our Hunstanton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hunstanton.dx181025) [View more Vacation homes in Hunstanton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hunstanton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d181025-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.96044%2C0.54211&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jwXjpLCblmg9iBBSj2KCyS53grs=) Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk ### What's nearby - ![Great place for walking, birdwatching and photography.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181025/b17a64b2-1af6-4b5c-93ee-deb84e6781dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Norfolk Coast 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Hunstanton Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087533/30583270-6233-4131-a9b4-d5acf771dba2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hunstanton Beach 4 min drive \- 4.5 km - ![The country residence of the Queen of England. Open house and beautiful gardens when she is not at home, well worth a visit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087531/6919d503-2e19-482a-b46f-364eb735ac38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sandringham House 19 min drive \- 23.2 km - Princess Theatre 5 min drive \- 5.5 km - West Sands 15 min drive \- 3.3 km ### Getting around - Kings Lynn Station 27 min drive - Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) 70 min drive ### Restaurants - The Waterside 6 min drive - Northgate Indian 5 min drive - Salad Bowl Cafe & Ice Cream Parlour 6 min drive - The Ancient Mariner Inn 3 min drive - Golden Lion Hotel 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk? ### What time is check-out at The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk? ### Where is The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old Smithy, Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANDREA J. Aug 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous cottage A beautiful little cottage in a quaint village. Lovely enclosed garden for dogs. Walking distance to a great pub. 10 mins drive to old Hunstanton beach where we had hired a beach hut with the property. What an amazing holiday! ##### ANDREA J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 14, 2020 #### Enjoyed our winter weekend Holme-next-the-Sea is a brilliant base for excellent places to eat and lovely walks to be done near-by, probably made more beautiful in winter with not too many other people about! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Dec 31, 2019 #### Great place for a break. Our second stay at the old smithy and it was as pleasant as the first. Great to have the wood burner on every evening real class. Our two dogs love it as much as we do. Great walks all around and within a short driving distance. The local pub is a very friendly cosy place that does great food and welcomes the dogs and it is one of the cheapest around the area. The kitchen has everything you need for self catering. We love the old smithy so much we booked for next year while we were staying there. One last thing the new stable door leading to the rear garden is an absolute bonus. Thanks for haning us.Bill Judy Charlie and Henry. We are all looking forward to next year. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Keith McGurk Nov 19, 2019 #### A week at the Smithy If you’re looking for something a little different, within walking distance of a beautiful beach and a welcoming pub you won’t be disappointed by the Smithy. ##### Keith McGurk This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 21, 2019 #### Old Smithy Great cottage in a great location. Well fitted out. Was a little on the expensive side, but very nice. The addition of the rear door to the garden was very useful and makes the garden easier to use. Very nice enclosed, secure and private garden - especially convenient for the dog. Would recommend and would revisit. Welcome pack appreciated. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Jul 24, 2019 #### Reasons for disappointment Enjoyed our stay BUT found the bed uncomfortable - the headboard is a shocker as it has a hard edge Which digs into your neck despite the pillows SO SITTING UP IN BED IS A NO NO. There is ALSO a steel roof beam 15 inches above your neck when lying in bed ON which you can bump your head quite painfully when getting into or out of bed. NOT SATISFACTORY. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 10, 2018 #### Holme away from home A lovely quirky little cottage for 2 plus a furry friend. A well appointed cottage with lots of little well thought out extras. The welcome box was great. Clean, well presented and cosy. No back door directly into the garden but I understand that this is being sorted out over the winter. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Sep 19, 2018 #### Lovely holiday cottage in peaceful location Our stay in this lovely cottage was enjoyable. The village location is peaceful with lovely walks from right outside the door. Great pub in the village with good food and beer. Brilliant spot to stay and convenient for the lovely North Norfolk surrounding area. Highly recommended. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 8, 2018 #### Superb Norfolk Stay We arrived after a long 12hr journey from Scotland with 2 young dogs during the most horrific thunderstorm the cottage down the lane was certainly a welcome sight. The small hamper waiting for us was very thoughtful especially the much needed bottle of wine after our long day on the road.The cottage was extremely comfortable had a rustic cosy and homely feel to it and although very compact it was well equipped with everything we needed for our week's stay and the dogs loved the sunny rear garden. The location was perfect for the local dog friendly pub and nearest beach both within walking distance, also great for exploring the quaint villages along the coast by car. We had a wonderful and unforgettable holiday in Norfolk and would hope to return one day in the future. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Marie B. Jul 18, 2018 #### Exploring Norfolk A lovely cosy little cottage that provided us with a good base for exploring the surrounding villages, coastal walks and beaches, will hopefully return again to do some more exploring in the future ##### Marie B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jul 4, 2018 #### Holiday at The Old Smithy Gorgeous little quirky cottage with so many home comforts and delightful extra touches. It was a fantastic base, with plenty of beautiful walks, pubs and beaches on the doorstep. We loved our weeks holiday here with our dog, would highly recommend staying here and hope that we will again soon! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent May 9, 2018 #### Very good. Lovely, but we are fairly old and could not understand how to work the TV or coffee maker, thwt probably our fault, wrong cubes. Luckily have come across an induxtin hon before...others might not have done! Oven rather hit and miss. But more up to date people would have no pronlems! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Mar 28, 2018 #### March break Really enjoyed our stay very comfortable accommodation and good location. All facilities were first class. . This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay Mar 12, 2018 #### Weather didn't help but coul We arrived two days late for our seven day stay due to the awful snow . Also , we did not travel east to places we had wanted to visit ( Brancaster , Wells , Burnham Market etc. ) as the main coast road was closed for repairs and the diversion down was poorly signed . None of this the owners fault of course . However , being largely confined to the cottage , it would have been nice to have had some magazines , books , games DVDs etc which we have always found at other properties . One pack of cards doesn't do it I'm afraid . Also found the bed a problem in that the sloping ceiling is about 18 inches from your nose so bumping your head is almost inevitable . Nothing to do in Holme as there is just one pub , which is average at best . Hunstanton is interesting for one visit and Sandringham has a very nice shop and restaurant but the house and church are closed in winter . All in all , we would not visit this property again and would say it is a bit overpriced for what you get . Might be a bit more enthusiastic is out a summer visit . This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Mar 5, 2018 #### A little Gem in North Norfolk A very pleasant stay. The welcome pack was a very nice touch. The cottage was very cosy, thank goodness for the wood burner as we encountered some extremely bad weather during our stay. One early evening on a particularly cold night a representative brought us a heater, this gesture was was very much appreciated and showed a high level of customer service, as did the fact we were able to gain access earlier on the day of arrival. Unfortunately, we decided to leave a day earlier due to the adverse weather conditions. A cosy, well equipped dog-friendly cottage in a very nice location. Thank you.