Drifters

4.9

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets: Yes

Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

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39 Customer Reviews

"Amazing property, high quality furnishings and spacious, the view was fantastic, ..."

Amazing property, high quality furnishings and spacious, the view was fantastic, exceptionally clean and would love to stay there again

Reviewed by Lorraine Gillian5.0★Mar 2025
"Drifters is a beautiful house we all fell in love with it we spent many an hour sitting in the conservatory looking out to sea the only niggle we all had was the seating is very low with no neck support this is no criticism on the owner only all our ages being over 65 we struggled to get up, the house and facilities are first class the garden was enclosed and full of spring flowers, we had lovely weather it was cold but dry we didn’t mind that, I hope we can revisit soon we just completely loved it it’s a very beautiful house and garden definitely the best we’ve stayed in."

Reviewed by David4.7★Mar 2025
"Fantastic property - super comfortable and plenty of space - we would highly recommend."

Reviewed by Steve5.0★Feb 2025
"Fantastic location!"

We enjoyed a family Christmas at this lovely house. It had everything we needed, including festive decs. The location is great for walking the dog, running along the dunes or exploring this part of Norfolk, including seeing the seals.

Reviewed by Lara5.0★Dec 2024
"Great location to get to the lovely stretch of beach."

The property is very comfortable and well provided. We had a lovely time.

Reviewed by Kewal3.8★Nov 2024
"Excellent accommodation"

Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Sep 2024
"The house was everything we wanted it to be, there was space, we had views and facilities that suited us all."

We celebrated our Golden Wedding Anniversary with Friends but this house would suit most peoples needs be it spending time with family or friends. We also had the added advantage of good weather! All in all a lovely weekend break.

Reviewed by C3.8★Sep 2024
"Great house in a great location."

The house had everything you need for a relaxing break and is perfect for access to the dunes and beach with the village close by with fish and chips and a pub. Perfect place to get away from it all.

Reviewed by Duncan5.0★Aug 2024
"What an amazing house very roomy lots of space with a fantastic view form the conservatory and many other rooms and was the perfect place to stay everything was thought of to make the stay perfect From the little welcome pack to board games in the lounge to plenty of plates cups glasses."

Cleaning items and dish washer tablets were all provided and the little extra touches that made this place stand out The location is amazing a short walk to the beach local pub fish and chip shop and various other places of interest garden was immaculate and very private Would highly recommend this accommodation for a relaxing break away

Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Jun 2024
"Drifters is just wonderful."

Such a relaxing house, with immense sea views from the garden and the Conservatory. The hot tub was a bonus, and added to the holiday as a little luxury every evening to relax and watch the seascape and the numerous ships going past. Bedrooms and bathrooms a plenty and so much space for everyone. We would highly recommend this property for anyone wanting a quiet relaxing break. Winterton-o-sea is such a pretty village with a good post office, shop and pub.

Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Jun 2024
"Absolutely fabulous , can’t fault it ."

a great family holiday cottage with great views and amazing walks from the doorstep . The beach is fantastic great for little ones . Plenty of space and everything you need . The photos don’t do it justice . Would love to visit again .

Reviewed by Lorna5.0★Jun 2024
"We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Drifters, a wonderful comfortable and very well equipped house, in an outstanding location with fabulous views to the sea."

Reviewed by Tim5.0★May 2024
"Beautiful house, everything top notch."

Location great.

Reviewed by Susan5.0★Apr 2024
"Fabulous property."

Location is super for the beach and lovely walks. Walking towards Winterton and beyond is lovely. House is well appointed and comfortable. Loads of space. We would like to return in the summer because the patio hot tub and conservatory room are all great. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Theresa5.0★Feb 2024
"Lovely house ,fantastic location very comfortable could not fault"

Reviewed by Teresa5.0★Jan 2024
"We had an amazing time at Drifters."

The house was beautiful, immaculately clean and very well equipped. It is very spacious, for a house that sleeps 8, this was perfect as we did not feel like we were on top of each other. Bedrooms were lovely and had really comfy beds. Excellent communication from the owner, I had a query prior to arriving and he responded very quickly and was really helpful. Finally, the location was AMAZING! The view from the house was unreal and no picture will do it justice. A walk down some steps and you are on a huge stretch of dunes, and beach access. We were so lucky that we got to see 100’s of seals and pups, an amazing experience. The local pub is around 10 minute walk, the chippy just a little bit longer and a co-op 5 minute drive away. Took around 25 mins to drive to Great Yarmouth. Overall, an excellent stay that we would absolutely consider booking again.

Reviewed by Dannielle4.7★Dec 2023
"Property was spacious and exceeded out expectations, with lovely furnishings ."

Everybody said how comfortable the beds were with lots of room in the bedrooms , a very large lounge and tv , fantastic conservatory with lovely views of the sea . We all loved our stay and would love to come back again .

Reviewed by Julian5.0★Dec 2023
"Nice house however would not rebook , as price I feel for next year is way over the top to be honest"

Reviewed by Ian3.4★Sep 2023
"We had a lovely relaxing week celebrating my husband's 60th Birthday."

My two sons, their partners and our baby grandaughter all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The two dogs loved the walks. We will really miss the tranquility and views. Will definitely be back. Just Amazing!

Reviewed by Diane5.0★Sep 2023
"Drifters has an outstanding position with a great sea view and is a beautifully appointed and equipped house."

We could have spent the entire time there without going out, enjoying the views from the garden and conservatory as well as the hot tub. We expect to be back soon.

Reviewed by Phil5.0★Aug 2023
"We loved this property - so much so that we are about to book it again for next year."

There was one minor thing missing when we arrived, but Tom the owner responded immediately to my WhatsApp query and arranged an Amazon Prime drop-off the next day. Full marks!

Reviewed by David5.0★Aug 2023
"Great for 3 related families covering 3 generations."

Great location for access to beach, dog walks and strolls to the pretty village of Winterton. The property has been thoughtfully appointed, has a wow factor hallway, and really works well for large groups. Many thanks

Reviewed by Trevor5.0★Jul 2023
"We had a fantastic stay at Drifters."

The house was absolutely beautiful, lots of attention to detail, the decor was gorgeous. It was clean and comfortable. The view was amazing too. We would highly recommend and would indeed go back ourselves too.

Reviewed by Lorraine5.0★Jul 2023
"We loved our stay at Drifters."

The house is stunning, the sea view from the garden is stunning. The house is very spacious, ideal for a family holiday. Loved sitting in the conservatory, eating around the table, looking at the sea. The area is nice and peaceful, would love to come back here. The beach is just over the dunes at the back of the property, the beach is quiet, you can walk either way. We loved everything about our stay.

Reviewed by Gemma5.0★May 2023
"We were a part of 6 adults and the accommodation was ideal for us."

Plenty of room and a wonderful view of the sea

Reviewed by David5.0★May 2023
"Beautiful and well thought-out property in a superb location."

Thank you

Reviewed by Carry5.0★May 2023
"We’ve been going to Winterton for over 20 years and this is by far the best place we’ve stayed."

The house was spacious, clean and really well equipped with amazing sea views. The hot tub was a welcome addition to a very enjoyable family holiday. Thank you

Reviewed by Simon5.0★May 2023
"What a hidden gem in a property."

Really really enjoyed our stay in your beautiful house,so much so that we have booked for next year already. We found everything clean and tidy and well presented throughout. Thank you very much for letting us share your home

Reviewed by Angela5.0★Apr 2023
"A superb property in a fantastic location we had a great family holiday in the perfect holiday home."

We will return in the future and miss the views and walks along the beach.

Reviewed by Will5.0★Apr 2023
"Fantastic property, the accommodation was amazing and the views and beach/sand dunes access was amazing."

We would love to come back and my pet dog Ringo the beagle had the time of his life, he still misses Drifters every day.

Reviewed by David5.0★Mar 2023
"Enjoyable stay."

Great walks and views.Five star property.

Reviewed by Edward5.0★Mar 2023
"An excellent property in a fantastic location."

We would no hesitate to return

Reviewed by Phil5.0★Feb 2023
"The cottage was beautiful; lovely large rooms and immaculately clean."

Fantastic location with the dunes (an AONB) right outside the garden gate leading to the beautiful beach. We went to see the seals at Horsey Gap and hired a boat for the day on the Broads. It's just a short trip to Great Yarmouth too. We would definitely go back.

Reviewed by Mandy5.0★Feb 2023
"The only reason I didn't give big smile on 1 of the ratings was because of the steep steps going down to the sand dunes."

It was only because I had read previous reviews after we had booked it that I realised but the pictures and description were a bit misleading. It wasn't much of an issue for myself and my dog but think it would be only fair to let people know before they book. Anyway apart from that the house was amazing, couldn't fault the cleanliness and would definitely like to return again one day. The beach was magnificent and it was so lovely to see the seals

SueNov 2022
"We had a wonderful stay at Drifters, we were lucky with the weather."

Being able to walk the dogs on to the dunes from the garden was fantastic. The house was very comfortable and we had a very relaxing week.

JaneNov 2022
"Drifters proved to be a very comfortable holiday stay."

Being within easy travel of a variety of venues meant there was no rush to leave in the morning. Beach lovers had a maximum of 10mins to reach the sand and sea, with direct access from the garden. The property and amenities were clean and well maintained. As a group of 4 we had plenty of room!!

DianeOct 2022
"What a beautiful house in a beautiful setting, it was perfectly clean with welcome gifts on our arrival, such a nice touch."

We LOVED our stay and would definitely recommend to family and friends. Being right on the beach as well as a hot tub was just perfect.

DeniseOct 2022
"Overall our stay was absolutely lovely."

One thing that we were disappointed with and only because I took my elderly parents with me was that there were step stairs down to the beach area, this made it impossible for them to reach the beach from the house. The pictures of the back garden looking out to sea are very mis-leading. May be some tv’s in the bedrooms would be nice to.

DeniseSep 2022
""Wow!" everyone in our group exclaimed when they arrived at Drifters, and the house matched up to our first impressions: it was spacious, comfortable, clean and well equipped."

The close proximity of the property to the sand dunes and beautiful beach made the location very special. We were all constantly absorbed by the sea views - especially from the swing seat at the end of the garden - and it was so easy just to pop out for a quick swim in the sea. Seeing a curious seal swimming alongside us was awesome. We would highly recommend Drifters, but do have just one qualification: there were several glass internal doors that we did not think were glazed with safety glass. The space makes the house a wonderful place for children to have a holiday, but we were concerned about the dangers of a small child running into one of the glass panes and having a serious accident. The owners were very helpful concerning a broken TV, so we feel sure that they would like to be made aware of this possible issue.

Thanks for the feedback, Ruth. It's great to hear you enjoyed your stay at Drifters. To avoid any confusion, all of the glass used in the glazed internal doors at Drifters is safety glass, and each pane is marked with the stamp "Unituff BS6206A", which means it complies with the relevant standard. I hope that reassures you. Thanks again. Property Owner

RuthJul 2022
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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x ground-floor bunk room, bunk beds are suitable for adults
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Sitting room
First-floor snug
Conservatory
Oil central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
Smart TV with Sky package, Wi-Fi, selection of books
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Driveway parking for three cars
Garden with lawn, patio, hot tub and furniture (table and chairs) with sea views
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach 0.2 miles
Note: This property only accepts one infant
Note: Check in time 5pm, check out time 10am.

The property

Offering incredible, far-reaching views of the sand dunes and sea at Winterton Beach, Drifters provides stunning accommodation for a family or group wanting to escape to this relaxing coastal Norfolk Village.

Drifters is a spacious, detached property on a private road in Winterton-on-Sea with a driveway offering parking for up to three vehicles and a small lawned area at the front of the property.

A key box code is required to get inside the property, where you will be met with a grand entrance hall with lovely wooden flooring, leading through to a spacious sitting room which has two sofas and an arm chair, each positioned around the Smart TV with Sky package, perfect for unwinding at the end of the day, there are two sets of French doors that provide lots of light and lead into the huge conservatory, which spans the length of the back of the house.

This is one of the highlights of the property, offering uninterrupted sea views, as well as a sofa from which to admire them and a dining table and chairs where you can enjoy home-cooked meals together and take in the incredible scenery.

The generously-sized kitchen has lovely white cupboards with dark work tops and provides plenty of space for preparing meals, or perhaps a picnic to take to the beach, there's even a dishwasher so you don't have to give the washing up a second thought.

The ground floor features two bedrooms, a king-size double and a bunk room, both overlooking the front of the property, both are very spacious and offer plenty of storage space for your belongings.

A shower room with nautical-style decor of white tiled floor and blue wood panelling provides a walk-in shower and means there will be no fighting with people upstairs to use the bathroom!

Heading up the carpeted staircase, there are a further two bedrooms on the first floor; the master king-size overlooks the sea and has an en-suite shower room for added convenience, while a twin bedroom with ample storage and more incredible sea views completes the line up.

A charming snug can be found sandwiched between the two bedrooms, with a feature window that looks out to sea and a bookcase filled with books, it's the perfect spot for a quiet moment to sit back and enjoy a book, or simply to just admire your coastal setting.

The family bathroom completes the layout and has a bath with shower over, so you can choose how you wish to get ready for each day.

You can access the rear garden through the conservatory's French doors, where you'll be met with a patio area with table and chairs, ideal for alfresco dining whilst listening to the waves and enjoying the fresh sea breeze, there is also a large lawn and concrete steps that lead to a gate and down a path that takes you through the sand dunes and straight onto the sandy beach in less than five minutes.

Winterton Beach is right on your doorstep; take advantage of walks along the sand, dip your toes in the cool waters or take your four-legged companion to stretch their legs as there are no dog restrictions.

Winterton-on-Sea is a quiet and charming village, a couple of miles north of Great Yarmouth, and hosts a selection of shops, pubs, restaurants, a post office, beach-side café and award-winning fish and chip shop.

The village is steeped in history, and dates back as far as the Doomsday book, while its Holy Trinity Church has elements that date back to the 13th century.

Animal lovers will relish in a visit to Winterton Dunes National Nature Reserve , home to a host of wildlife including seal colonies and Natterjack toads.

Head down the coast for a greater selection of beaches, such as Caister-on-Sea, while Great Yarmouth is just over eight miles away, famed for its glorious sandy beach and Time and Tide Museum.

And you can't come to Norfolk without spending time exploring the magnificent Broads, hop on a boat and discover more than 125 miles of waterways with some unique scenery providing the backdrop.

Drifters is an incredible holiday home to return to each day after exploring the best of Norfolk's coastline, it's somewhere you'll want to return to time and time again.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

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Where you’ll be staying

WINTERTON-ON-SEA

Great Yarmouth 8 miles.

The quaint village of Winterton-on-Sea lies on the picturesque Norfolk coast, just 8 miles from Great Yarmouth. Set apart from the more commercial seaside locations, Winterton-on-Sea has a vast and unspoilt sandy beach and a peaceful nature reserve that has attracted colonies of Terns and rare Natterjack toads. Boasting old fishermen's cottages, thatched roofs and a village church dating back to the 12th century, the village makes a perfect base for a relaxing holiday. The nearby popular seaside resort of Great Yarmouth offers a change of pace with many shops, one of Britain’s largest open air markets, numerous museums and the popular Pleasure Beach! A holiday location blending tranquillity and activity - there really is something for everyone!

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Reviews & Ratings

"Amazing property, high quality furnishings and spacious, the view was fantastic, ..."

"Fantastic property - super comfortable and plenty of space - we would highly recommend."

"Fantastic location!"

"Great location to get to the lovely stretch of beach."

"Excellent accommodation"

"The house was everything we wanted it to be, there was space, we had views and facilities that suited us all."

"Great house in a great location."

"What an amazing house very roomy lots of space with a fantastic view form the conservatory and many other rooms and was the perfect place to stay everything was thought of to make the stay perfect From the little welcome pack to board games in the lounge to plenty of plates cups glasses."

"Drifters is just wonderful."

"Absolutely fabulous , can’t fault it ."

"We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Drifters, a wonderful comfortable and very well equipped house, in an outstanding location with fabulous views to the sea."

"Beautiful house, everything top notch."

"Fabulous property."

"Lovely house ,fantastic location very comfortable could not fault"

"We had an amazing time at Drifters."

"Property was spacious and exceeded out expectations, with lovely furnishings ."

"Nice house however would not rebook , as price I feel for next year is way over the top to be honest"

"We had a lovely relaxing week celebrating my husband's 60th Birthday."

"Drifters has an outstanding position with a great sea view and is a beautifully appointed and equipped house."

"We loved this property - so much so that we are about to book it again for next year."

"Great for 3 related families covering 3 generations."

"We had a fantastic stay at Drifters."

"We loved our stay at Drifters."

"We were a part of 6 adults and the accommodation was ideal for us."

"Beautiful and well thought-out property in a superb location."

"We’ve been going to Winterton for over 20 years and this is by far the best place we’ve stayed."

"What a hidden gem in a property."

"A superb property in a fantastic location we had a great family holiday in the perfect holiday home."

"Fantastic property, the accommodation was amazing and the views and beach/sand dunes access was amazing."

"Enjoyable stay."

"An excellent property in a fantastic location."

"The cottage was beautiful; lovely large rooms and immaculately clean."

"The only reason I didn't give big smile on 1 of the ratings was because of the steep steps going down to the sand dunes."

"We had a wonderful stay at Drifters, we were lucky with the weather."

"Drifters proved to be a very comfortable holiday stay."

"What a beautiful house in a beautiful setting, it was perfectly clean with welcome gifts on our arrival, such a nice touch."

"Overall our stay was absolutely lovely."

""Wow!" everyone in our group exclaimed when they arrived at Drifters, and the house matched up to our first impressions: it was spacious, comfortable, clean and well equipped."

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The property

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Where you’ll be staying

WINTERTON-ON-SEA