The Patch is a comfortable chalet bungalow on the edge of The Wash on the North West coast of Norfolk, a few minutes walk along rough footpaths from a quiet, undeveloped beach.
Uniquely, it has been created around a Victorian railway carriage - an attraction in itself. This was the original 'building' on the site, and the rest of the house has grown up around it. Two of the four bedrooms and the shower room/loo are in the carriage, which is worth knowing for those with slight mobility problems.
The Patch overlooks a small lake. It’s well away from traffic and street lights, and is set in its own large private garden with offroad parking. There is a gate which can be secured, for the safety of children and dogs.
The house sleeps up to eight people, and there is also room for a travel cot, which can be provided – as can stair gates, for those with small children (or a dog!)
It’s available all year round, and there’s a big wood burner in the large lounge/diner, and electric heaters in all other rooms. The house has been renovated extensively in the last few years, when the two upstairs rooms were added.
The back garden is very private, and there’s a barbecue and plenty of garden furniture. There are several bikes in the garage for exploring the local area.
We accept one or two well-behaved dogs, for up to a week at a time.
Snettisham is a great base for exploring North West Norfolk, with many places of interest and beauty within a few miles. For some the internationally renowned RSPB bird reserve will be a draw, especially in the winter when great flocks of geese home in on the vast mudflats of The Wash.
You can find out about other attractions and features as you explore the website.
