Newgate Boathouse, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
Cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
A cool and contemporary conversion of an old boathouse with a pretty courtyard garden and parking, just a short walk from Wells quay and the centre of this bustling little seaside town. This stylish hideaway, a favourite with our guests, is set down a narrow side street yet is only a short walk to all the pubs, restaurants and shops.
Although small in size, this 'cute as a button' property delivers in bucket loads. With quality fixtures and fittings throughout and a stylish vibe, this little gem is a great place to stay all-year round. With most of the accommodation on the first floor, you have the added benefit of a parking space for a medium sized vehicle in the garage beneath the living area - a rarity in Wells!
This bijou detached property allows couples to enjoy plenty of privacy too, with a pretty sheltered courtyard garden to the rear, which is ideal for enjoying a morning coffee and reading the newspaper or dining alfresco on warmer days.
Additional Information
Sorry no pets.
Sorry, no children.
Although there is a garage, it is only possible to park a medium-size family car (or bicycles!) inside the garage due to the narrow road. Larger/estate cars will have difficulty accessing due to the lack of turning space.
Please note that the access walkway to the side of the property is narrow.
This property is located in the heart of Wells, so there are sometimes business deliveries nearby, including early mornings.
Please note, there is no starter pack (which includes tea, coffee, sugar and milk) or welcome hamper provided at this property.
Although small in size, this 'cute as a button' property delivers in bucket loads. With quality fixtures and fittings throughout and a stylish vibe, this little gem is a great place to stay all-year round. With most of the accommodation on the first floor, you have the added benefit of a parking space for a medium sized vehicle in the garage beneath the living area - a rarity in Wells!
This bijou detached property allows couples to enjoy plenty of privacy too, with a pretty sheltered courtyard garden to the rear, which is ideal for enjoying a morning coffee and reading the newspaper or dining alfresco on warmer days.
Additional Information
Sorry no pets.
Sorry, no children.
Although there is a garage, it is only possible to park a medium-size family car (or bicycles!) inside the garage due to the narrow road. Larger/estate cars will have difficulty accessing due to the lack of turning space.
Please note that the access walkway to the side of the property is narrow.
This property is located in the heart of Wells, so there are sometimes business deliveries nearby, including early mornings.
Please note, there is no starter pack (which includes tea, coffee, sugar and milk) or welcome hamper provided at this property.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
Garden
Map of Wells-next-the-Sea
££££
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Positive
It was great to have parking in a small seaside town. You have to remember the roads were not built for cars. Great location in the centre of Wells and the town centre has really improved with lots of independent shops and cafes. Only downside is not having a separate bedroom but even that was a bit of a reminder of days gone by in rented flats 😊.
Would definitely recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Cosy with great location
Warm and cosy even in the wildest of weathers. Great location - car stayed in the garage most days. Clean and bright decor with lovely local artwork. Cleverly designed to make use of limited space. Pretty little courtyard is a nice peaceful space to enjoy a coffee and a book. Seriously the best shower we've ever had in a holiday rental.
10.0 / 10.0
Delightful ...
Delightful property - very comfortable and excellent location. Would happily stay here again ... thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Stay
Lovely little place for couples. Close to all amenities and short walk to harbour. Nice longer walk to beach and pinewoods. Lovely pubs and restaurants too!
8.0 / 10.0
Christmas 2019
Great location in walking distance of all main parts of town and beach. Well maintained. Useful to have car parking in such a central location but very tight and wouldn't be any good for large car or Suv.
Kitchen had all basics, only 2 ring hob and no dishwasher with limited work tops, sufficient for needs on days we weren't eating out.
8.0 / 10.0
Comment
We did think that there would be basic provisions there on arrival.. tea coffee milk so as not to have to go out for shopping after a long journey.
Otherwise it worked well for us.. cosy , convenient and comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
It was our first winter holiday in Norfolk
We could have not found a better place to stay everything had been provide that you would need even the weather was kind to us.the boathouse had been done up to a high standard we holiday in Norfolk twice a year at least we will be back.
10.0 / 10.0
The Boathouse
Studio type apartment just right for two people. Ideal location for both quay and restaurants. Clean and comfortable. Welcoming bottle of wine much appreciated.
8.0 / 10.0
Great location and wonderfully presented
The location is one of the best things about this property. The boathouse is clean, modern and has everything you would need. The added garage is a great addition to the property. Overall would highly recommend.
8.0 / 10.0
Lovely Boathouse
We loved the simplicity,style and location of the boathouse.
The property has everything we needed for a weeks stay in Wells including somewhere for the car!
The only downside is that it is located next door to the delivery yard of the fruit and veg shop.This made it very noisy from 6am nearly everyday we were there.There was no consideration for anyone shown by the delivery people-no attempts to minimise the noise.
Be aware before booking and it won’t be a surprise or a disappointment.
8.0 / 10.0
En-Suite Garage.
The garage was definitely a bonus. The Boathouse lovely and ideal for us, very close to all the amenities, 2/3 minutes walk to the quay and Staithes Street and nearby hostelries and restaurants. The weather could of been kinder.
6.0 / 10.0
good but with some shortcomings
nice for 2.
4 minutes from quay
all basic Ikea furniture. Bed hard.
only 1 bath towel provided for 2 people
considering it is self-catering - no cooking dishes for the oven. Limited cooking equipment
Wife concerned about frying anything as smoke alarm in top of roof and impossible to switch off if activated so we didn't fry anything.
white work surfaces easily stained but no mats provided.
noisy industrial fridge next door running 24hrs.
garage a very tight fit - no near free 24 hr parking
price would have been Ok if no issues but consider £100 over-priced
10.0 / 10.0
had a great holiday love the appartment had everything we needed
Hope to come again next year all being welli have allways enjoyed holidaying in wells-next-to-the-sea have done so for the last twenty years
8.0 / 10.0
Great stay
A great stay for two people, right in the centre of town. The design of the boat house is excellent use of space and the garage parking is a bonus.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location for local amenities.
Very well equipped. The property was small but beautifully presented. An ideal property for 2 people and would certainly consider a return stay.
10.0 / 10.0
A Hidden Gem
We had a lovely week in this boathouse made for two! It was clean, warm and very tastefully decorated and had everything we needed. It was well positioned midway between the Harbour & The Green so handy for walking either end to the pubs and shops. I was proud to have put the car in the garage every day - the garage is roomy but the lane is narrow!! We would definitely stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
A wonderful stay, even in the cold and thick fog!
A really pleasant and comfortable accommodation. It was very cosy and warm. It was of a very high standard and had everything we needed. Would certainly stay again and recommend to friends and family. I would also like to commend the staff of Norfolk Hideaways who managed to replace the kettle that had died within an hour. This was done out of office hours and we were most grateful.
8.0 / 10.0
A decent place for a short stay
Lovely building and location. Lots to do in the near vicinity and the house was lovely and warm despite the weather outside.
Garage was very useful but as described will be tight for bigger vehicles. We got our Nissan qashai in just about but anything bigger would not fit.
Kitchen well outfitted with all crockery etc required.
Only issues we had was it was very cold when first arriving as heating hadn’t been turned on and there was a bloodstain on the duvet sheets which was very off-putting - we were surprised it was still there despite it being noted in the previous review.
Overall would love to stay again and would recommend to friends.
10.0 / 10.0
Enjoyable break.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The Boathouse was clean and well equipped, providing everything we needed for our short break. The position is good for travel to different parts of the coast and further in land.
8.0 / 10.0
Well designed property in good location. Shame about the cleanliness
The property had not been cleaned/serviced since the previous occupants had left when we arrived at 4pm ( we had already wandered around Wells since lunchtime killing time until we could get in at 4pm). we had to phone Norfolk Hideaways to find out what was happening.We finally got into the property at 5.30 after the cleaner had been.
The quilt cover had blood stains on. The Mattress and pillow protectors were badly stained and cannot have been laundered for sometime. The hall and stairs needed a deep clean.
The side passage was illuminated but not the back of the property and I fell down the steep step in the dark.
There was a dishwasher advertised on the website but no dishwasher there. This was one of the reasons why we chose the property.
Norfolk Hideaways compensated me with a small refund for the lack of dishwasher and the fact the property was not ready
The property was well laid out and in a good location. It was very warm and cosy. The integral garage was useful as it was easy to unpack the car. There was a lovely welcome bottle of wine. Great for 2 people.
If the cleaning were better I would recommend this property
10.0 / 10.0
A comfortable haven
Ideally situated for visiting the RSPB reserves and other sites in the area to view overwintering birds. Beautifully clean and comfortable and a lovely warm haven after a chilly day. Everything we needed in the way of cooking equipment etc.
Advisable to book if you want to eat out.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Wells-next-the-Sea?
The average price for a rental in Wells-next-the-Sea is £121 per night. This rental is £30 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Newgate Boathouse, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Newgate Boathouse, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Newgate Boathouse, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and tv.
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