Sand Drift

  • Dogs: 4 (flexible) dogs welcome

  • Sleeps Max: 5

  • Bedrooms: 3

  • Bathrooms: 1

Seaside sanctuary with secure dog friendly garden

Nestled in the charming and tranquil seaside hamlet of Eccles on Sea, Sand Drift offers the perfect getaway for those seeking peace, quiet, and coastal charm. Located on a picturesque unmade road, far from the hustle and bustle of daily life, our holiday home is the ideal spot to relax, recharge, and enjoy nature.

Sand Drift sleeps up to five guests and warmly welcomes up to five dogs for free, making it the perfect retreat for families and furry friends alike. Just a short stroll from the property, you’ll find Cart Gap and the delightful dog-friendly café, Smallsticks – a perfect stop for a coffee or snack.

Take a mile-long walk along the sandy beaches or follow the quiet track behind the dunes to Sea Palling, where you’ll discover a fantastic dog-friendly pub, local shop, fish and chip shop, and cafés. Don’t miss our personal favourite, Beach Rock Bistro, for a memorable meal with sea views.

Whether you enjoy walking, swimming, paddleboarding, or kayaking, the coast here is brimming with opportunities for adventure. Keep an eye out for the playful seals who often appear to accompany you on your seaside strolls.

  • An inland walk will take you easily to the Lessingham Star (dog friendly pub) along quiet lanes.  (see here for the route)
  • Sunsets from the decking across the fields, towards the Happisburgh lighthouse, are stunning
  • The night sky here is very unpolluted and star watching is a real treat.
  • Want friends or family to stay nearby? Dormy and Sea Urchin are on the same road!

For the dogs:

  • Throws for the sofas
  • Spare leads
  • Towels
  • Doggy first aid kit
  • Additional freezer for raw food
  • Ball thrower and tennis ball supply!
  • Outside tap
  • 12L Mud Daddy
  • XL, Large, Medium and Small crates (further sizes available on request)
  • ‘On Holiday’ dog tags
  • Pet Gear dog buggy (for medium breed)
  • Pawhut dog buggy (for large breed)
  • 2x cooling mats

For the humans:

  • All linen and towels
  • Unlimited super fast fibre wifi
  • Hair dryer
  • Fan
  • Dulce Gusto coffee machine
  • Air fryer
  • Beach chairs
  • Buckets and spades
  • Mud kitchen for little ones
  • Cricket set
  • EV Charger
  • Welcome pack (including tea, coffee and milk.)
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Hello! We are Lesley and Jim, welcome to Sand Drift!

Jim and I have been together for 60 years, married for 55 years. Holidayed at Eccles regularly, and always wanted to own a holiday let there. Luckily we were able to buy Sand Drift and renovate it in 2022- 23. Really enjoy having it and sharing it with our lovely guests.

About the property

All about the inside:

Lobby:  A really welcoming area with hanging space for coats and boots. There is a large fridge/freezer here and the dog cupboard filled with towels, spare bowls and throws. There is access from here to both the front and back gardens and the rest of the house can be closed off making it an ideal area for drying off the dogs or for chilling out after a nice play.

Open plan kitchen/living/dining area
Step through to the open plan living space. The kitchen has a further undercounter fridge, electric oven with hob and washing machine. There is also an air fryer, Dulce Gusto coffee machine, kettle, toaster and microwave.

The lounge area is spread over two parts, separate by one step. There are two 2-seater sofas and a 3-seater too. There is a dining table with comfortable seating for six. There is a cupboard full of games for evening entertainment, as well as a Smart TV and DVD player. The wood burner is a lovely addition for cosy evenings.

Go through the hallway door to…

Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed with bedside tables. There is hanging space for clothes and a chest of drawers. Carpeted floor.

Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 has twin 2’6″ single beds which can be pushed together to make a king size double. There is a chest of drawers and hanging space. This bedroom looks over the garden. Carpeted floor.

Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3 has one 3′ single bed. There is a chest of drawers and hanging space. Carpeted floor.

Family shower room
The bathroom has a walk-in shower, WC and basin.

The property has electric heaters throughout which can be independently operated.

All about the outside:

Front garden
The front of the property has a shingle parking area for up to four cars. There is a lawned garden at the front which is fully enclosed with 3′ fencing and gate. There is a lovely veranda to sit and catch the evening sun with swing seat, coffee table and chairs. There is a type 2 EV charger for guest use. Usage is charged at the end of your stay via the security deposit (contact us for more information).

Back garden
The back of the property has a further lawned garden, fully enclosed with 6′ solid fencing all the way around. You can sit and listen to the sound of sea as it’s just over the back fence! There is a patio with seating and table. The shed has lots of games and toys and beach chairs all for guests to use.

The garage has a further undercounted freezer (95 ltr) which can be used for raw food/fishing bait.

Will this property suit my dogs?

The back garden at Sand Drift is fully enclosed with 6ft solid fencing so suitable for jumpers. If your dogs love the beach then this is certainly the place for them!  The easy access beach is moments from the property and is usually very quiet as there is no public parking in Eccles and out of the main holiday season only about 50% of the properties are occupied.

The front garden is fully enclosed, but slightly lower fencing, still a lovely space to run around in.

Please note:

  • Check in is from 4pm, check out by 10am.
  • Dogs are welcome to join you on the beds – please bring your own linen.
  • The property is not suitable for/insured for XL bullys.
  • Sand Drift is a non-smoking property.
  • Cost for the EV charge is deducted from your security deposit on departure from your stay.
  • Electric bike charging is NOT allowed.
  • Electric scooter charging is permitted in the separate garage area BUT please do read our accessibility section to see if this would be suitable for you.
  • All major supermarkets deliver here, please make sure you are here to accept deliveries.

Accessibility

Parking is right outside and the accommodation is all on one level.  The kitchen, dining and lounge area are all open plan so plenty of space for moving around. Please note that there is a step in the lounge area to get to the dining table. There are a couple of steps to get into the property but otherwise it is all easy to get around.

Access to the beach is along a short, unmade track and then up a short concrete ramp.  This is not suitable for wheelchairs as it is gated and whilst you can get round the side on foot easily enough, it wouldn’t be enough room for a wheelchair.  The property does not cater specifically for mobility, audibly or visually impaired guests but please do contact us if you would like to know more – hello@eastrustoncottages.co.uk.

Location

Location

Sand Drift, Bush Drive, Bush Estate, Eccles-on-Sea, NR12 0SF
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