THE COUNTING HOUSE (Blakeney)

Entry categories: Holiday Cottages - Norfolk Self-Catering

Tile and flint period barn beautifully remodelled to an exceptional standard. All rooms have stunning views of the Blakeney coastline. Situated on Mariner's Hill, overlooking the quay and wildfowl areas, our guests are so close to everything Blakeney has to offer. Coastal walks really do begin on our doorstep and the house is perfectly situated for a short stroll to the well stocked supermarket, deli, shops, pubs and restaurants.

The Counting House, a special place offering a warm welcome together with:

* panoramic quay, seascape and salt marsh views
* two valuable private parking spaces for boat or car
* spacious open plan living and dining areas with amazing views
* woodburning stove - starter logs provided in winter months
* widescreen tv connected to Sky Family, dvd, video and cd player
* telescope for boat and wildlife watching
* great selection of cd's and dvd's with books and games for nights in!
* bed linen and towels of the highest quality
* central heating throughout and cosy underfloor heating in the main bedroom
* an ensuite shower room, full bathroom and further shower room with w.c.
* all bathshower rooms with the luxury of heated towel rails
* water softener serving all bathrooms
* two hairdyers for your convenience
* useful folders containing local and tourist information
* plenty space for coats, jackets, boots, pushchairs in entrance porch, hall or boathouse
* telephone for incoming calls
* travel cot, portable high chair and stairgate upon request, free of charge

Note: Fully booked from April to 30th August 08. Please email for availability Sept to Dec or to secure your holiday for next year!

Our guests enjoy the extremely well equipped kitchen with:
* Neff eye level oven, extractor, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, iron and 4 slice toaster!
* breakfast bar and a dining area
* plenty of utensils, good quality white crockery and an abundance of wine glasses
* great coastline views towards Cley over the salt marshes

The spacious ensuite bedroom with king bed has a wardrobe, dressing table, remote controlled television and views across the wildfowl ponds to the dinghy park and beyond. Both our lovely twin rooms have wardrobes, further storage and more great views. Rooms have a mixture of jute, tiled and wooden flooring.

In the adjoining boathouse you will find:
* a very useful second fridge, the freezer and a washerdryer
* extra garden furniture, a BBQ, parasols and cushions for the terrace furniture
* lanterns to use in the garden on summer evenings
* plenty of space to store cycles, canoes or pushchairs during your stay
* the very important crabbing buckets, nets and lines!

The adjacent sun trap garden has been replanted and the terrace extended for dining and relaxation. You will find table and chairs for six and a breakfast table for two. The terrace has lighting for evening BBQs and there is a further tiny terrace to the front of the house.

A wonderful view is provided from the sitting room with tide in and sails up as captured in the above picture, one young guest wrote, you can watch ducks, boats and birds every day! Here's what other recent guests have to say:

'SPLENDID ! ! !' Most of your guests don't want to leave and we were no exception.
A super week once again. House was up to its usual excellent standard, tree and hamper were great!
The wonderful welcome, and house itself and its location, has been excellent. You have thought of everything,
Wonderful holiday - Counting House is set in the most perfect location - great views,
We have stayed at lots of self catering accommodation over the years and this one is right at the top,
A beautiful house. Very relaxing, views wonderful.
Thank you for making us so welcome, you have thought of everything - a place to return to!,
A lovely break in your beautiful house. We have had a fantastic few days exploring the north coast, found some great places, but nothing that could compare with the Counting House.
Blakeney is always our favourite destination, made more special by The Counting House,
Counting House has been the most perfect place for our honeymoon - can't wait to return for an anniversary or birthday, any excuse!,
Fantastic property, views stunning and brilliant location,
What a fantastic house and everything you need, didn't realise it was possible to relax with a ten month old in tow! Many thanks for a truly relaxing holiday,
Our second time, can't wait for visit number three!

Note: Please bring your own beach towels if required and supply bedding and linen if using the travel cot. Smoking is not permitted and unfortunately, due to the nature of stairs, the Counting House is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.