Holiday homes & rentals in Holt

The best of both coast and countryside is yours to explore when staying in some of the finest holiday cottage accommodation in Holt, Norfolk.

In and around the charming, bustling market town of Holt there is a wide range of self-catering holiday cottage options and properties that accommodate couples, families, or groups.

Things to Do Around Holt

With holiday cottage accommodation in Holt, you'll be spoilt for activities to do, things to see, and places to visit. Make your way to Sheringham on the Poppy Line, the steam or diesel railway that gets you to the seaside via Weybourne.

Around the countryside, you can take a guided tour of Letheringsett mill, or see the Muckleburgh collection of military vehicles and tanks.

The stunning National Trust estate of Felbrigg hall is also worth checking out, or you could head to historical places in Weybourne, Heacham, and Cromer.

Local Events and Festivities in Holt

Holt has its own Summer Festival that lasts for a week in July each year. There's something for everyone, from music, to fine art, dance, comedy, street theatre and more. There are a lot of free activities, and kids shows to keep the little ones entertained.

During the festive season, Holt is transformed into a winter wonderland. White fairy lights adorn every house and shop through its quaint cobbled streets. The town all gather for the switch on, with music and street fireworks.

There are events throughout the year in Holt, including the 1940s Weekend, Murder Mystery Evenings, and the kid-friendly Day out with Thomas the Tank Engine.

Holt, Norfolk; the Perfect Seaside Getaway

A Cosy Home-from-Home in Holt

You can stay in a striking flint or stone cottage in the peaceful countryside or on the coast with a view of the sea. Many holiday cottage rentals are surrounded by woods, marshy flats filled with birds, or coastal paths, perfect for hiking, biking, or walking the

To Be Beside the Seaside

For lazing on the sand and jumping through the waves, head to nearby Sheringham beach, around five miles from Holt. Another area of extraordinary beauty known as Blakeney Point is nearby too; this well-known mile-long stretch of sand and coast will make it easy to see why Holt is the perfect English seaside holiday getaway.

Stunning Wildlife in Holt

On the edge of Holt, there's the 200 acre Country Park, home to over 300 tree species plus a variety of captivating wildlife. Excellent bird watching is also offered at the Cley wildlife nature reserve, the oldest in Britain.

The Holt Owl Trail

Don't let the name fool you, the Holt Owl Trail is actually a tour of the historic town, showing some of Holt's hidden locations. There are 24 pavement plaques to find.

Explore Military History

Not far from your Holt holiday cottage you'll find the Langham Dome, a small museum inside a WWII anti-aircraft gunner training Dome. Learn about Jeff Rounce and his Distinguished Flying Cross, or try Morse code on the bomber radio.

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