Reviews for Sea Edge Cottage, Happisburgh

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Good weather chilly wind but sunny. We've had a Fab few days. House perfect +homely Everything you need.
Sun room marvellous. We must have spent hours in there.
We have seen seals, also sand martins in the Sandy cliffs toward Happisburgh. Look out for the two Dunnoch in the back garden + Goldfinch. Coastal path (turn right out of the drive) it looks really overgrown from this end but doesn't last long. It's really beautiful beach is perfect for walking. Dog paradise!
Arctic Terns 50 min walk toward Eccles, Nesting so keep dogs on leads, well worth the walk and
around the corner more amazing views of white sand and bays. The RNLI shop is great, gifts, coffee, ice cream loos, very friendly and such a good cause. Hope you have as much fun as we have.
Oh! Try and catch the sunrise, it's worth getting up for. We were here for solstice!
June '24 17th- 21st Mar/Fri    Ange Rob + Amber (Jackchi) Essex.

Mrs Helen Ellam5Beautiful and peaceful place, there was not one thing we could ask for other than an oven glove :) its truly a little gem of a place and I just did not want to leave. the views out to sea, the farm view from the other side, wildlife all around and not a sound other than the odd dog walking on the beach, and the rolling of the waves. Don't change a thing as its just perfect the way it is! loved the Croquet game we played on the lawns were well enjoyed too :) Thankyou so much we loved your little place. Helen & Family. Mrs Helen Ellam

Absolutely loved Sea Edge, felt at home as soon as we opened the door .. had everything we needed… the views are outstanding… even with the bad weather we spent hours in the sun lounge watching the lightning and rain out at sea ….. easy transaction and instructions. Thankyou for the welcome pack , it all went down a treat …. We shall certainly be back again as it was a pleasure to spend time there. Mrs Tina Hillyard 1st - 8th July 2024

Such a lovely cozy place by the sea just what is needed to escape from the rat race. So pleased to find this gem thank you Tim for our attention to detail very much appreciated. Mrs Lynn McCarlie

A perfect peaceful break. Couldn't be any closer to the beach and the sound of the waves. House was clean and has everything you need. Make sure you do your shopping before your stay as no shops in Happisburgh. We saw seals everday, so many birds and were lucky to enjoy the summer solstice sunrise over the sea. Very dog friendly, miles of sandy beach. Would definitely go back. We miss it already.  Mrs Angela Thick  June 2024

This place defies you to be anything other than peaceful from the moment you enter the gate :) its a cottage filled with everything you need to enjoy your stay, don't want to say too much as you will want to visit and I want to keep it secret! but its just way too good to not share, its cosy, got great views, the hedges and surrounding areas are left wild, the rabbits, birds, butterflies, bats and dragon flies love it this way, don't change a thing, as its magical the way it is. We will be back for another visit. great for dogs too and oh the stars they are like a blanket over the property. Helen & Family
Response from the owner a minute ago
Helen thank you for your review. Hearing people tell me how they enjoy staying and appreciate Sea Edges location and it's wildlife. Hope to see you again soon.

Helen P

Stayed a few weeks ago , had to return … a holiday that ticks every box for us … peaceful , beach at hand and the accommodation has everything you need , comfortable and clean.

Such a lovely experience. The property was everything that we had wanted. Two of us and our dog had a very peaceful stay, the beach seems to go on forever, but with few people using it! We saw horses, seals and the northern lights.

Louie Marshall

Response from the owner .....     Thank you for leaving your review. I am pleased that you enjoyed your weekend. Tim

Perfect quiet break. You couldn't be closer to the beach. Very dog friendly. House is clean and has everything you need. Make sure you visit the RNLI shop and cafe. We saw so many birds and we saw seals everyday. Definitely stay again.

Angela daniel

Angela, thank you for posting. It makes me happy that you enjoyed your stay and found time to enjoy the wildlife and walks around the property.
Just a set of stairs from the beach!! The bungalow was far larger and had far more amenities than expected, especially for the price. Will definitely return in the future!   William Clarke
Absolutely loved our little weekend away here, The weather was perfect so lots of walks on the beach and chilled evenings. The place was perfect for what we wanted.  Lisa Hills

We had a wonderful stay at Sea Edge. The location was beautiful and perfectly private. The view was stunning and the sound of the sea wonderfully calming. The house itself is quirky, spacious and really comfortable. We felt at home and Marie left us lots of little treats to welcome us settle in. There is lots of space outside for the children to play and ample parking. The viewing room outside was our favourite little spot to eat dinner and watch the sea. We spotted a number of seals too. The steps from the back garden lead directly down to the beach, which was never busy. We had a great time and hope to return again soon.       Lorna       Aug 23

Location is superb. Morning coffee to the slap of waves, ships floating on the false horizon above the garden gate and a rabbit having a stretch. Walk to Happisburgh along the cliff top. Van Gogh painted the fields and the sky. The access road from the lifeboat station is agricultural. But once you have parked up, leave the car and walk the beach. North or south; south or north. Shops are rare in the locality so don't arrive empty handed. The local shop in Happisburgh has a lovely black Labrador but limited opening hours. There is also a shop in the caravan park. The interior of the property has character and is practical for walkers. There is an idiosyncratic selection of books. We ran Netflix on the TV. Beds fine. A vague rumour of wind and waves. Sweet dreams.     July 23

We have checked out of Sea Edge.
Honestly we had the most amazing time. It was my fiancé's birthday yesterday and he loved spending it at sea edge and paddleboarding on the beach all day so much so that he wants to book sea edge again in June next year as soon as it goes up on Airbnb!
It really is a lovely property, we loved the rustic vibe it felt very homely and peaceful.
It's the best UK holiday we have ever had so well done to yourself and Jason for creating such a fabulous spot!
Will it be going up on Airbnb soon so we can book? Please let me know in due course.
Thank you so much for getting it ready and letting is stay even though your home on sea Palling ended up being available, we really appreciated every moment!
Thank you   Hayley & Alan :)       June 23

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Negative points mentioned by previous guests.

The track leading to Sea Edge from the lifeboat station is unsurfaced.

In the winter the sea can get very rough,

Happisburgh has two 'local' food shops, By car 1.5 & 4 Km away, Walking along the cliffs 2Km. So it is a good idea to arrive with the basic things you may need. Tescos supermarket is in Stalham, and Waitrose and Sainsbury are at North Walsham.

The beach access is through the garden gate and down several concrete steps. These lead to the top of the sea defense wall. Here you either have to use a ladder to get onto the beach ( chained in position during June-Sept) 

or walk along the wall to the steps which are 35m away (see photo).

Possibly in autumn/spring and winter, some high tides reach up to the sea wall and then for a few hours, there is no beach.

The sea defense wall was built after the storm surge of 1953. If it had not been built Sea Edge would probably be in the sea. We have storms most winters.


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