SWANTON COTTAGE

The north coast of Norfolk attracts the wellheeled, drawn by its beautiful beaches and great accommodation. Swanton Cottage is near the gorgeous Georgian town of Holt as well as some of the area’s best swathes of sand. The house sleeps 12 so is ideal for extended families or a gaggle of friends. Highlights include the big, sociable kitchen/diner and, outside, an old glasshouse with table for dining on summer evenings. A tennis court, five acres of woodland and a play room will keep kids occupied.

* Swanton Cottage can be booked through Barefoot Retreats, who specialise in laidback luxury in the north of Norfolk. Their concierge service supplies not just the usual restaurant bookings and babysitting but also cool things like hiring a luxury bell tent for kids in the garden, a hot tub for the weekend, or in-house cocktail making classes.