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Barefoot Retreats A hand-picked collection of luxury holiday cottages and coastal self-catering retreats in North Norfolk
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Welcome to Barefoot Retreats, a luxury holiday home rental business situated along the beautiful North Norfolk coast. Director Emma Mason is passionate about marketing properties that are individual and unique and located in some amazing locations. After many years spent letting her own homes and working in the luxury hospitality sector, Emma will provide a unique and special home-from-home boutique hotel experience. Our distinct laid-back luxury style will ensure that our guests feel at home from the moment they arrive until they leave. With extensive local insight and knowledge we will provide both our guests and home owners with a dedicated and personal concierge service.

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween from the North Norfolk coast 👻

Wander the hauntingly beautiful coastline, floating past windswept beaches, quiet lanes and eerie woodlands under those big Norfolk skies. Whether you’re stirring up spirits in a cosy pub or just floating around your favourite Barefoot Retreat, we hope you have a spook-tacular day!

30/10/2026

There’s nowhere quite like Sandringham for an autumnal wander 🍂 Exploring ancient tree-lined trails and woodlands, where dappled sunlight dances through the leaves, magnificent Redwoods tower over carpets of golden needles, and squirrels scurry across the woodland floor, their autumn harvest in tow.

Then back to the courtyard, where afternoons invite a coffee in the café, people watching from picnic benches, and of course, browsing treasures from the Sandringham Shop - artisan goodies, Christmas confectionary, preserves and chutneys, gins and beers, many proudly made using ingredients from the estate.

Whether you’re here for a dose of history, a breath of fresh air, or just the excuse to slow down, Sandringham is a place to linger this autumn.

📌 Sandringham Estate, Norfolk

Sitting close enough to the sea you can hear the waves tickle the sandy shores of Brancaster, yet tucked so far out of s...
29/10/2026

Sitting close enough to the sea you can hear the waves tickle the sandy shores of Brancaster, yet tucked so far out of sight that only the swallows will know you’re there, The Orangery might just be one of the most desirable beach getaways in all of Norfolk. Think sunrise strolls along still waters, dogs dancing around the dunes, lunch in one of the bustling pubs along the coast road, paddle boarding as the sun sets and hours spent relaxing in the secluded garden with your favourite people ❤️

Sleeps 6 | Brancaster | Dog friendly

- A beautiful retreat in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Just a short walk to one of Norfolk’s prettiest beaches
- Stroll just over the road to The Ship pub for long lunches and perfect pints
- Within 5 miles of Burnham Market, Thornham and Brancaster Staithe

Available from £26pppn. Comment ‘Orangery’ and we’ll send you the link 🔗

28/10/2026

There’s really nothing like the festive season in Norfolk ✨ It’s that enchanting time of year when independent shop windows get a magical makeover, when fire-side s’mores help soften the blow of polar wind chill, and when sipping on mulled w**e in a festive pub becomes the most wonderful way to spend an afternoon.

Looking for the perfect North Norfolk retreat to celebrate Christmas with your favourite people? Comment ‘Christmas’ and we’ll send you our carefully-curated luxury collection 🔗

27/10/2026

Hiding on the grounds a historic estate, amongst distant woodlands and rolling wilderness, Cranmer Hall Orangery is a luxury escape where charm and charisma are found in abundance. Framed in oak with views that celebrate the pristine gardens, rural views and big skies, this is the perfect autumn retreat for family adventures 🍂

Sleeps 4 (or 10 with adjoining barn) | Cranmer | Dog friendly

- Set within the sweeping farmlands of a country estate
- Grand rooms, cosy snugs and roaring fires
- Peaceful south facing garden
- Within 4 miles of Norfolk Padel, Sculthorpe Mill and Barsham Brewery
- Within 8 miles of Wells-next-the-Sea, Holkham, Burnham Market and Creake Abbey

Available from £29pppn for sleeps 4 or £23pppn for sleeps 10. Comment ‘Cranmer Orangery’ and we’ll send you the link 🔗

Tucked away just a few miles from the coast in the tranquil village of Docking, there’s a whole world for you to discove...
26/10/2026

Tucked away just a few miles from the coast in the tranquil village of Docking, there’s a whole world for you to discover right on your doorstep at 5 Courtyard Barns ✨ From sandy beaches to muddy saltmarshes, grand manor houses to quaint coffee shops - and you get to do it all from this charming, quirky and oh-so-lovely bolthole. With immaculate attention to detail, a garden that you’ll never want to leave and an unbeatable location to explore the best bits of Norfolk, this beautiful retreat is a memory-maker.

Sleeps 6 | Docking | Pet free

- Less than 5 miles to Brancaster’s endless golden sands
- 7.2 miles to one of Norfolk’s best farmers markets at Creake Abbey
- Within 12 miles of Wells-next-the-Sea, Holkham Estate and Sandringham Estate

Available from £22pppn. Comment ‘Courtyard Barn’ and we’ll send you the link 🔗

The scent of mulled w**e drifting through the kitchen, mince pies enjoyed by the fire, board games that last long into t...
25/10/2026

The scent of mulled w**e drifting through the kitchen, mince pies enjoyed by the fire, board games that last long into the night. Christmas is just around the corner - now’s the perfect time to plan your festive getaway with the family 🎁

Tucked away on the Norfolk coast, each of our stays brings a unique setting for your festive memories - fire-lit evenings, coastal walks, pub lunches, and everything that makes Christmas, Christmas.

The best memories start with a little planning, and a place that already feels like home. Scroll and discover our collection of Christmas cottages sleeping 2-6 guests.

Comment ‘Christmas’ and we’ll send you the full collection 🔗

24/10/2026

There’s nothing quite like returning to a roaring log-burner, pouring a generous glass of red, and curling up under a blanket with your favourite book after a crisp autumn day on the Norfolk coast 🍂

📌 Burr Cottage, Burnham Market

Between the autumnal beach strolls, delicious pub lunches, spiced apple ciders, and blanket-wrapped evenings cooking s’m...
23/10/2026

Between the autumnal beach strolls, delicious pub lunches, spiced apple ciders, and blanket-wrapped evenings cooking s’mores by the fire pit, there’s no better time to escape to Norfolk.

And with so many Halloween-inspired attractions to fill your scrapbook with, here are some of our favourite spookiest spots to visit this October half-term 🎃🍂

22/10/2026

Welcome to Watatunga Wildlife Reserve  🦬

Set in 170 acres of breathtaking West Norfolk countryside, Watatunga is an award-winning nature reserve dedicated to the conservation of endangered deer, antelope and birds, all free to roam as they please across its beautiful landscapes. 

Hop aboard one of their fully-accessible self-drive buggies for a one-of-a-kind tour of the reserve. Spot critically endangered Eastern Mountain Bongos grazing in the grasslands, water-buffalos wallowing by the lakeside, or a diversity of deer camouflaging themselves amongst the woodlands.

At the heart of Watatunga is a dedication to meaningful conservation, helping to protect and breed endangered species for future generations. Every visit supports this vital work, making your day out even more rewarding. 

This is an unforgettable experience for all the family, bringing your closer to nature whilst making a real difference to wildlife conservation 🍃

Address

3 Emma's Court, 74 Market Place
Burnham Market
PE318HD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441485512245

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