Sexton's Yard Cottage is lovely characterful and cosy cottage located on a private road in the quiet village of Docking, just a few miles from the coast and beautiful Brancaster beach. With vaulted ceilings, exposed brick fireplace and wooden beams, this is a relaxing and romantic couples retreat.
Sexton's Yard Cottage has a really lovely welcoming feel as soon as you step inside the front door. A stable door opens into the open-plan living area which has a beautiful exposed brick feature fireplace with multi-fuel stove, making it the perfect spot to hunker down on chillier evenings.With comfortable seating and dining space for four people, plus a Smart television with WiFi and radio, this room is great to snuggle up in with a glass of wine. The country kitchen is well-equipped and has been kitted out with modern appliances and solid oak work surfaces - perfect if you wish to cook. There is certainly plenty of delicious local Norfolk local produce to tempt you!
Upstairs you will find two stylish bedrooms. Offering a double bed, the master bedroom is a lovely room full of character with vaulted ceiling, exposed chimney breast and beams. Bedroom two also hosts a double bed and features a charming painted stone feature wall. These bedrooms are served by good-sized shower room.
Outside there is a sunny fully-enclosed shingle courtyard garden with garden furniture so you can soak up the rays and dine alfresco or enjoy the homemade cake the owner bakes for you on arrival! Sexton's Yard Cottage benefits from an allocated parking space for one car.
Additional Information: One well-behaved small dog welcome (small additional charge). The owner of this property does not allow puppies or large breed dogs. Duvets and pillows are feather. (Hypoallergenic bedding is available, please request this when booking).
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About the area
King's Lynn
Located in King's Lynn, this cottage is by the sea. Sandringham House and Bircham Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Coast and RSPB Titchwell Marsh. Courtyard Farm and Norfolk Lavender are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Brancaster Activity Centre - 12 min drive - 14.0 km
Courtyard Farm - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Kings Lynn Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Socius - 8 min drive
The Old Store - 9 min drive
Ostrich Inn - 10 min drive
The Rose And Crown - 9 min drive
The Ship Hotel - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk?
As of 23 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk on 15 Oct 2026 start from £1,295, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sexton's Yard Cottage, Docking, Norfolk located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Norfolk Coast, Courtyard Farm and Bircham Windmill. RSPB Titchwell Marsh and Norfolk Lavender are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Norfolk Hideaways
What makes this property unique
Ground Floor: Open-plan living area A stable door leads into the lovely open-plan sitting room/dining area which features painted beams, exposed brick chimney breast with wood burning stove. There is a comfy sofa, wing chair and coffee table with lamp. A window looks out to the front of this charming cottage which has bespoke shutters fitted to the windows. Due to the age and character of the cottage there is restricted head height in the sitting room which measures 1.73m (68"). There is a dining table with four chairs and a wall mounted Smart television with radio and internet. Open-tread stairs lead to the first floor bedrooms. Kitchen A well-equipped galley-style kitchen with shaker style units with oak work surfaces and ceramic sink with mixer tap. Appliances include integrated washer/dryer, slimline dishwasher, fridge with ice box and electric oven and hob with matching cooker hood. There is a microwave and wall-mounted heated towel rail. A window looks onto the front courtyard garden area.
First Floor: Master bedroom Vaulted ceiling, exposed chimney breast and beams. Double bed with crisp white bed linen, wall lighting and double wardrobe with drawer space, chest of drawers with lamp, mirror. Bedroom two 4' double bed with storage under and crisp white bed linen with cosy throw. Shower room With an electric shower, wash basin and WC with mirror over and storage, electric heated towel rail.
Outside: There is a shingle fully-enclosed courtyard area to the front of the cottage, with table and chairs, seating four people making this a great place to enjoy breakfast or al fresco dining. There is a one parking space to the side of Playson Cottage just opposite Sexton's Yard.