Norfolk Vacation Rentals

1. Norwich

Spend your time wandering around medieval streets such as the famous Elm Hill, a pretty cobbled lane with buildings dating back to the Tudor period. Just a short walk away are the Norwich Lanes, a network of narrow streets which are home to independent shops, cafes and restaurants. If you’re visiting with the family, a trip to Norwich Castle is a great day out as there’s something for everyone.

2. Great Yarmouth

Just a quick half-hour drive east of Norwich is the wonderful resort of Great Yarmouth. When you’re not playing on the huge expanse of golden sand, explore all the delights that the Britannia Pier has to offer, whether that’s enjoying a superb live show, a delicious seafood meal, amusements, rides, or simply taking in the sea air. For more amusements, be sure to visit the Pleasure Beach, a historic fairground which first opened to the public over 100 years ago.

3. Cromer

For more seaside fun, pack your buckets and spades, as you’ll want to spend most of your time on Cromer’s sandy beach. This town on Norfolk’s north coast boasts plenty of opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, watersports and sandcastle building. Snorkel out to sea a little, and you’ll come across Cromer Shoals Chalk Bed, which was formed when dinosaurs still roamed. At 20 miles long, this is the world’s longest chalk bed and is nicknamed ‘Britain’s Great Barrier Reef’.

4. King's Lynn

Located on the banks of the River Great Ouse, the seaport and market town of King’s Lynn is a charming place rich in local history and culture. A good place to start is the Stories of Lynn museum which showcases 800 years of Kings Lynn through immersive exhibitions. At The Treasury, get up close and personal with some of the town’s most treasured artefacts, like the ornate 14th-century King John Cup. Fancy yourself as a royal? Head to Castle Rising, one of the most famous medieval castles in England. Climb up to the gatehouse or swan around the lavishly decorated Great Hall. The castle hosts tons of exciting events throughout the year, such as historical reenactments, medieval swordsmanship displays and archery.

Take a trip to Sandringham Estate One of the more opulent things to do in Norfolk, Sandringham Estate is the Queen’s country bolthole (and if Norfolk is good enough for Liz, it's good enough for us). Spend an afternoon exploring this royal residency for its 24 acres of gardens (we defy you to find even one leaf out of place) and the Windsor family portraits. Fancy getting the royal treatment during your stay in the region? Book yourself into one of Plum's stately homes, such as The Keeper's Key, dating back to 1745.

Head out to Wells-next-the-Sea As things to do in Norfolk go, Wells-next-the-Sea is a classic and certainly one of the best places to visit it Norfolk. The historic harbour town was one of the great ports of the east of England back in Tudor times. There are still plenty of sailboats to gaze out at, but these days, it’s more about the fish and chips and the vibrantly painted, so-photogenic-it’s-obscene stilted beach huts lined up on the golden sandy beach.

Spot the seals at Blakeney Point There are few things more adorable than a seal pup - and at the Blakeney Point seal colony you might find 2,500 of them, making this the largest colony of seals in England. They’ll be found basking on the beach or frolicking in the waters at Blakeney Point. November to January and June to August are the best times for pups, and they’re best viewed by boat.

Our cancellation policies are unrivalled. In the very rare event that your host cancels 48 hours after your booking, we will do all we can to find you a Plum home up to 20% more expensive than the original. Within 5 days of check-in, it’s up to 50%.

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