Spinks Nest Cottage

31/08/2026

Who is ready for autumn ? Cozy moments at Spinks Nest

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07/08/2026

14/06/2026

I had a visitor last week, can you spot her?

If you fancy a stay we still have a handful of summer availability
July 3-10 - stay 3, 4 or 7 nights
July 17-20
August 14-21 - stay 3, 4 or 7 nights
August 24-28






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09/06/2026

The best gifts are the ones that become part of everyday life.

For Father’s Day, we’ve gathered a collection of thoughtful pieces from independent makers and craftspeople whose work reflects the values we hold close at Spinks Nest: natural materials, slow living and lasting craftsmanship.

From handmade ceramics and locally made garden aprons to exclusive incense holders and one-of-a-kind bird boxes, each piece has been chosen with care.

Whether you’re shopping for a gardener, a coffee lover, a traveller or someone who simply appreciates beautiful things, we hope you’ll find something special in our Father’s Day Gift Edit.

Available online and in-store.

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24/05/2026

5 North Norfolk food stops to save for your next coastal day out 🦀🍔🌊

From lobster in the gardens to crab by the harbour, proper burgers in Fakenham and drinks overlooking the marshes — this is your little route for eating your way along the coast.

🍔 1. Fat Cow Burgers, Fakenham: Stack. Sizzle. Sauce.
A big-flavour burger stop for when you’re craving something hearty between coast-road adventures. Messy, satisfying and absolutely worth the detour - .burgers

🦀 2. The Crab Hut, Brancaster: Pick. Dip. Devour.
Salty fingers, fresh crab and simple seaside goodness. The kind of stop that feels exactly like what a coastal day out should taste like -

🌅 3. The Marshside Bar at The White Horse, Brancaster: Sip. Shellfish. Sunset.
The best kind of Brancaster evening. Cold drinks, coastal plates and front-row views across the wild salt marshes -

⚓ 4. By The Quayside, Blakeney: Sit. Snack. Watch.
A waterside pause in one of North Norfolk’s prettiest spots. Grab something delicious, watch the boats drift by and let the quay do its thing -

🦞 5. Randy’s Seafood at Wiveton Hall: Crack. Butter. Bliss.
Fresh seafood, garden-table energy and the kind of laid-back lunch that makes you want to stay all afternoon. Think crab, lobster and proper North Norfolk indulgence - x

Save this for your next North Norfolk weekend — and send it to the person who always says “where shall we eat?”

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26/04/2026

3 Hidden Gems in North Norfolk 💎✨

There’s a specific kind of magic that happens on the Norfolk coast when you stop rushing and start wandering. Whether you’re staying at the boutique Spinks Nest for a cosy, vintage-inspired reset or gathered at Riverbank by the tranquil chalk stream, these three spots are a must for your itinerary:

🍹 1. Marshside Bar: Sip. Shellfish. Sunset.
The best seat in Brancaster Staithe. Fresh local oysters and a cold pint with front-row views across the wild salt marshes.

🐚 2. Glandford Shell Museum: Seek. Shells. Stories.
A world of wonders tucked away in a tiny flint room. It’s Norfolk’s oldest purpose-built museum and a total Victorian-era hidden gem.

🔥 3. Sheringham Sauna: Sit. Sweat. Sea.
The ultimate coastal reset. A wood-fired sauna right on the beach—perfect for a heat session followed by a bracing dip in the North Sea.

North Norfolk, you have our hearts. 🤎

✨ OFFER: Ready to explore? Book your stay at Riverbank for May or June and get 20% OFF! Click the link in our bio to secure your spring getaway. 🛶

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22/03/2026

✨ We’re Back at Country House Flowers, Holt! ✨🌿

We’re delighted to be returning for a spring pop-up at Country House Flowers on Friday 3 & Saturday 4 April. After such a lovely response last time, we’re bringing an even more beautiful collection inspired by the charm of a gardener’s cottage — and what better setting than an English country flower shop in full seasonal bloom?

Country House Flowers is a Holt-based floral studio known for its natural, garden-led style. Working with British-grown flowers and local growers, they create romantic, seasonal arrangements inspired by English country houses and the landscapes around them.

Spinks Nest began as a lovingly restored boutique cottage in North Norfolk, designed with warmth, craft and character at its heart. The Store at Spinks Nest grew from that same ethos — offering a curated collection of homewares, cottage-inspired pieces and thoughtful objects that celebrate comfort, nature and slow living.

✨ Highlights from the pop-up collection include:
• Floral bowls and floral discs perfect for spring stems or as beautiful decorative pieces 🌷
• Garden-inspired candles that capture the scent of fresh blooms and green spaces 🌿
• “Places to Stay” — our much-loved book celebrating unique and soulful escapes ✨
• Pelegrims hand wash, crafted in Kent using grape extracts from a British vineyard 🍇
• Artisan gardenalia, vintage finds and cottage-style homewares that embody the Spinks Nest aesthetic

Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful gift or something special for your own home and garden, we’d love to welcome you.

📍 Country House Flowers, Holt
📅 3–4 April

Pop in, say hello, and enjoy a spring celebration of gardens, makers and beautiful things. 🌼

08/03/2026

Wake up here!

Still some spring availability- link to book in bio

Sleep 2 plus babies in arms
Dog friendly

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01/03/2026

R I V E R B A N K - A bath with a view

Yes… the house was designed around this bath. 🛁✨

A reclaimed cast-iron tub, sandblasted and left to rust naturally, sits beside a wide window overlooking the River Glaven and woodland beyond.

You can soak while:
🌲 watching trees move in the wind
🐦 listening to birdsong
🌊 hearing the water flow past

It’s private. It’s peaceful. And it might be the most photographed bath in North Norfolk.

This is what we mean when we say every detail tells a story.

28/02/2026

R I V E R B A N K - The kitchen (the heart of the house).

This kitchen was designed as a place to really live. 🍞🍷

Split between a working scullery and a main kitchen, it features:
🪵 a handmade freestanding iroko cooking station
🧼 a huge reclaimed laboratory sink (for hiding messy dishes)
🌿 seasonal displays picked straight from the garden
🟦 bespoke blue tiles and vintage Delft treasures

It’s where mornings begin and evenings end — with long dinners, good bread, and very full glasses.

Favourite room? Always the pantry.

Because true luxury = space, craft and a little bit of beautiful chaos.

And because it is the most asked question always on my posts - blue paint is Rendezvous Bay by

Sleeps 4 adultes and 3 children
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