The Pump House

Couples after a quiet retreat will find The Pump House works well as a self-contained base. The converted wing sits on its own within the owner's grounds, accessed via a rough track through open countryside. A kingsize bed, shower room and living space across three floors make efficient use of the space, and essentials like wi-fi, heating and linen are covered. The patio and lawned garden provide somewhere to sit outside, and there's parking for two cars.

The location pitches you between activity and stillness: Hunstanton's beaches are less than a mile away, drawing walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers. Wells-next-the-Sea, with its narrow gauge railway and independent shops, lies within easy reach. Kings Lynn and Norwich offer more substantial days out if you want them. But the real draw is probably just stepping outside to find open countryside, quietness, and a chance to properly disconnect. A shop, pub and restaurant are 500 yards away. The property does not permit smoking.