Cartshed Cottages, Boutique North Norfolk Holiday Cottages

Cartshed Cottages, Sharrington, near Holt, North Norfolk - Explore & Book

"Our stay at Cartshed Cottages coincided with a brief flurry of snow, and we soon found ourselves wishing for a blizzard to prevent us from leaving. Set just a few miles from the North Norfolk coast in the grounds of Jacobean manor Sharrington Hall, these 5 self-catering hideaways, all with 1 or 2 bedrooms and wonderfully evocative names like Seal, Samphire, Salt. Shell and Sky, are very relaxing, very stylish - and very spoiling. Owner Katie is an interior designer who, along with husband Steve, spent years lovingly renovating this row of traditional flint cartsheds. Inside, her expert eye is evident wherever you look. The beautiful Farrow & Ball’d rooms come in a soothing palette of soft greys, blues, greens and lilacs that reflect the shifting shades of the vast landscapes outside, and the décor is a sophisticated blend of rustic and designer. There are wood-burning stoves for lazy afternoons, roll-top tubs for indulgent soaks, and four-poster beds with excellent mattresses for blissful slumbers. Come summer, the lavender-scented terraces make perfect spots for alfresco meals. Bring your partner or a couple of friends and lounge around with a bottle of wine, or head out to explore the bird-filled marshes, windswept sands and pretty harbour towns that make up this spectacular corner of England. Highs A tranquil setting in the tiny hamlet of Sharringon, yet there are gastro-pubs, beaches and boutiques within a short drive Envy-inducing design in every cottage. Sleek Starck chairs sit by driftwood lanterns, reindeer skins adorn oak floors, and pebbles cover the walls of the huge walk-in showers Bespoke kitchens with everything you need to whip up feasts from Norfolk's fantastic produce and tasty seafood Plenty of pampering touches - hot-water bottles, scented candles, Ren toiletries, wine waiting on arrival, even brand-new towels for every guest Steve and Katie live at neighbouring Sharrington Hall and are on hand for anything you need. They also provide a handy list of local insider secrets, covering everything from oyster shacks to their favourite walks Lows No children under 10 are accepted - the cottages are better suited to romantic breaks, small groups of friends or families with older kids You’ll need a car to get here, and to drive out for dinner if you don’t fancy cooking Sky's bedrooms have open-plan ensuites, and the loo in one isn't enclosed Mobile phone coverage is patchy There’s a 3-night minimum stay, with a 7-night minimum in the cottages over Christmas and New Year, and changeovers are on Fridays and Mondays only. There's also a strict payment and cancellation policy" - Abi Dare