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Thinking of Holiday Cottages near Holt?

Holt is a great example of a thriving market town and has long been a popular choice for visitors. Holt holiday cottages have everything on their doorstep, yet are still close to the coast. Blakeney Point, Cley Next The Sea and Weybourne are all just a short drive away.

The villages near to Holt are popular too, Leatheringsett and High Kelling are close enough to walk into town. Others are just a short drive away.

The thriving market town has so much to offer. Just a few miles inland but with easy access to the glorious coastline.

The Georgian architecture is much admired, and there are several courtyards and alleyways to explore. Perfect for visitors seeking out tea rooms, boutiques, antiques shops and more.

The bustling High Street mixes up independent stores and household favourites like Joules and, pride of place, is Bakers and Larners, often referred to as the Fortnum and Mason of East Anglia because of its stunning food hall.

The department store has been going strong for more than 250 years and sells everything from lingerie to books, kitchenalia and beauty products.

Alongside Bakers & Larners the town is renowned for it’s galleries and antique shops. Plus a healthy smattering of charming shops selling everything from Norfolk Coastal fragrances to dog coats.

In addition to the towns art scene, Gresham’s School, a private co-ed, has the Auden Theatre which stages regular events.

Holt Festival, held in July, hosts an eclectic array of bands, musicians, poets and dance acts.

Holt Rugby Club is a big part of the town, and the 100-acre Holt Country Park is a great spot for waymarked walks, with good views over the heathlands to the sea.

North Norfolk Railway, with its vintage steam and diesel trains, runs from Holt to Sheringham, with stops in Weybourne and Kelling.

Foodies are well catered for with many lovely restaurants: Meadowsweet is the latest fine dining option with a Michelin star. While Byfords, right in the town centre, is great for all day dining and has quirky bedrooms, too.

Star Plain Stores is a smart deli which seeks out unusual goodies, especially cheese. Eric’s Fish and Chips is a favourite with all ages and Two Magpies Bakery has a great selection of breads – try their rye loaves.

Just outside Holt are the attractive villages of Letheringsett and Edgefield.

Edgefield, with its pretty pond, is best known for the hugely popular pub, The Pigs. Offering its own spa and is very family-friendly.

While Letheringsett has a 19th century watermill which is still working and produces a range of flours which are used across the county to create delicious loaves. a great pub, The King’s Head with a fab beer garden.

Back to the Garden is a thriving farm shop, one of the region’s best known, which also has a delicious cafe serving its own organic meats.

Take a look at our cottages in this area….

Fairstead Cottage

Holt

Holt & Surrounding area

Three-bedroom FAMILY COTTAGE in the centre of Holt with a GENEROUS GARDEN and outside eating area.

Thinking of Holiday Cottages near Holt?

Take a look at our cottages in this area….

Dragonfly Cottage

4 Church Cottages

Number 27

Fairstead Cottage

Samphire House

Annie's Cottage

Truwell

The Middle House

Monarc House

Monarc House (sleeps 2)

Holt and Surrounding Area

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Thinking of Holiday Cottages near Holt?

Take a look at our cottages in this area….

Dragonfly Cottage

4 Church Cottages

Number 27

Fairstead Cottage

Samphire House

Annie's Cottage

Truwell

The Middle House

Monarc House

Monarc House (sleeps 2)