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Laylands

Sleeps up to 10
Bathrooms: 5

Laylands is a five-bedroom Grade II listed cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk. This 15th-century former inn sleeps 10 guests across multiple floors. The property features four bathrooms and several living spaces perfect for groups. Off-street parking for four cars makes arrival easy. The house overlooks a conservation area and offers front and rear gardens.

Wells-next-the-Sea sits on Norfolk's north coast. The harbour is walkable. Pine woods lead to the beach in 15 minutes on foot. Local shops and gastro pubs line the streets near The Buttlands.

The ground floor holds a barn-style kitchen with range cooker and farmhouse table seating 10. A mezzanine family room has a large television. Two sitting rooms include wood burning stoves.

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About Laylands

Laylands is a five-bedroom Grade II listed cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk. This 15th-century former inn sleeps 10 guests across multiple floors. The property features four bathrooms and several living spaces perfect for groups. Off-street parking for four cars makes arrival easy. The house overlooks a conservation area and offers front and rear gardens.

Wells-next-the-Sea sits on Norfolk's north coast. The harbour is walkable. Pine woods lead to the beach in 15 minutes on foot. Local shops and gastro pubs line the streets near The Buttlands.

The ground floor holds a barn-style kitchen with range cooker and farmhouse table seating 10. A mezzanine family room has a large television. Two sitting rooms include wood burning stoves. Bedroom one has a king-size sleigh bed with Victorian bath en-suite. Bedrooms two and three offer super-king beds with en-suites. The second floor has two twin rooms sharing a shower room.

Wells harbour sits five minutes away for crabbing. Holkham Hall and beach (3 miles, 8 minutes) offer estate walks. Blakeney Point (8 miles, 15 minutes) provides seal watching. Sandringham Estate (18 miles, 30 minutes) features royal history.

This historic property suits multi-generational families and friend groups wanting coastal access. Book with Laylands for spacious period accommodation near Norfolk's best beaches.

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Need To Know

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Laylands

Spacious Multi-Level Layout

Five bedrooms across three floors give everyone their own space whilst maintaining brilliant communal areas for gathering together throughout the day.

Prime Wells Location

Just five minutes walk to the harbour and 15 minutes through pine woods to the beach means less driving and more exploring.

Generous Parking Space

Off-street parking for four vehicles removes the stress of finding spaces when travelling with multiple families or larger groups.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The barn-style kitchen with range cooker and farmhouse table seating 10 makes group catering and dining together genuinely enjoyable and practical.

Multiple Living Areas

Two sitting rooms plus mezzanine family room and snug mean groups can split up or come together as suits the mood.

Historic Character Property

This beautifully renovated 15th-century former inn combines period features with modern comforts for a memorable stay in Wells-next-the-Sea.

Getting To Laylands

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Laylands by car, follow the A149 coast road to Wells-next-the-Sea. The property is located in the town centre with convenient off-road parking for four cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Sheringham, approximately 14 miles away. From there, the Coasthopper bus service or a taxi will bring you to Wells-next-the-Sea.

Off-road parking for four cars
Sheringham station (14 miles)
Town centre location in Wells-next-the-Sea

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Holkham Hall & Beach
Distance: 3 miles
NR23 1AB
Blakeney Point Seal Trips
Distance: 8 miles
NR25 7NZ
Pensthorpe Natural Park
Distance: 16 miles
NR21 0LN
Wells Beach & Pine Woods
Distance: 0.8 miles
NR23 1DR
Norfolk Coast Path
Distance: 0.2 miles
NR23 1EX
Holkham National Nature Reserve
Distance: 3 miles
NR23 1RG
Wells-next-the-Sea Town Centre
Distance: 0.3 miles
NR23 1BA
Burnham Market
Distance: 5 miles
PE31 8HE
Holt Town Centre
Distance: 10 miles
NR25 6BW
Coasthopper Bus Service
Distance: 0.2 miles
NR23 1EX
Wells Harbour
Distance: 0.3 miles
NR23 1AT
The Buttlands
Distance: 0.2 miles
NR23 1EX
Holkham Hall & Beach
Distance: 3 miles
NR23 1AB
Blakeney Point Seal Trips
Distance: 8 miles
NR25 7NZ
Pensthorpe Natural Park
Distance: 16 miles
NR21 0LN
Wells Beach & Pine Woods
Distance: 0.8 miles
NR23 1DR
Norfolk Coast Path
Distance: 0.2 miles
NR23 1EX
Holkham National Nature Reserve
Distance: 3 miles
NR23 1RG
Wells-next-the-Sea Town Centre
Distance: 0.3 miles
NR23 1BA
Burnham Market
Distance: 5 miles
PE31 8HE
Holt Town Centre
Distance: 10 miles
NR25 6BW
Coasthopper Bus Service
Distance: 0.2 miles
NR23 1EX
Wells Harbour
Distance: 0.3 miles
NR23 1AT
The Buttlands
Distance: 0.2 miles
NR23 1EX

Is Laylands Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Wells harbour offers crabbing just five minutes walk away. The beach reaches through pine woods in 15 minutes on foot. The property has a ground floor wet room for easy access. Multiple living areas mean children can play whilst adults relax. The south-facing garden provides lawned space and mature fruit trees. Nearby Pensthorpe Natural Park (16 miles) has adventure playgrounds and wildlife. Holkham beach offers rock pools and vast sandy stretches for building sandcastles.
Groups Will Love...
The barn-style kitchen at Laylands truly excels for group catering. A range cooker handles multiple dishes simultaneously whilst the American fridge freezer stores provisions for 10 guests. The farmhouse dining table seats everyone together for proper family meals. A dishwasher tackles the washing up. The Nespresso machine keeps coffee flowing. This setup removes the usual stress of feeding larger groups. Adjacent utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer adds practical support for longer stays.
Pet Friendly
Laylands operates a strict no-pets policy. Dogs and other animals cannot stay at this property. The historic nature of the building and its period features mean pets are not permitted. Guests with assistance dogs should contact Rural Retreats directly to discuss requirements. Wells-next-the-Sea has several alternative properties that welcome pets. The surrounding Norfolk coast offers numerous dog-friendly beaches and walks. Consider booking a different property if travelling with animals.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Laylands

The Crown Hotel

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR23 1EX

Wells Crab House

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR23 1AT

The Globe Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NR23 1EU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Laylands

Is Laylands pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Laylands. The property operates a strict no-pets policy to maintain standards for all guests.
How many people does Laylands sleep?
Laylands sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms. The layout includes one king-size, two super-king beds, one super-king zip-and-link and two twin rooms that convert to super-kings.
What parking is available at the property?
Off-street parking for four cars is provided at Laylands. This makes it particularly suitable for groups arriving in multiple vehicles.
How far is Laylands from Wells beach?
The beach is a 15-minute walk through pine woods from the property. Alternatively, you can drive or catch the local beach bus service.
What kitchen facilities are provided?
The barn-style kitchen includes a range cooker, American fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave and Nespresso machine. A farmhouse table seats all 10 guests comfortably for meals together.
Are there multiple bathrooms?
Laylands has four bathrooms in total. Two bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, plus a ground floor wet room and second-floor shower room shared between the twin bedrooms.
What living spaces does the property have?
The property features two sitting rooms with wood burning stoves, a mezzanine family room with television and a separate snug. This gives groups plenty of options for relaxing separately or together.
Is the property suitable for young children?
The property welcomes children and includes a ground floor wet room. However, bedroom three accessed via the mezzanine has no door, making it better suited for older children or adults.

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