Providing a garden, The Winchester offers accommodations in Great Yarmouth. This guest house provides free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi. This 4-star guest house offers private entrance. At the guest house, every unit has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. At the guest house, every unit includes a seating area. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a full English/Irish breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a snack bar and lounge. Great Yarmouth Pier Beach is a 4-minute walk from The Winchester, while Blickling Hall is 31 miles away. Norwich International Airport is 24 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Great Yarmouth, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Great Yarmouth

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent welcome.. Gregg and Sam, perfect hosts. Breakfast superb.
  • Francis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was great Breakfast was excellent and Greg and Sam were 1st class.
  • Shannon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hotel had a very homely feel to it, lovely clean rooms, staff were fantastic, truly the best part of the hotel is the wonderful staff
  • Hilary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely room, excellent hosts, excellent food - extremely clean throughout. very well managed and friendly hotel
  • Quinn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We really enjoy our stay here the couple that have got it were lovely could not do enough for you the breakfast was fabulous it was very clean and comfortable would stay here again. Mr and Mrs Quinn
  • Samkange
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The place is clean and the food is delicious.I loved every aspect of my stay.I loved going to the beach and visiting historical places.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    With slight variations breakfast was OJ cereal and full English tea and toast. I have a reasonably healthy appetite and found the quantity enough for me. The real plus was the quality, all too often I find cafes etc try to cut their costs by...
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We felt very welcomed, we were offered cake on arrival which was really sweet. The room we stayed in was so cozy.The location was amazing, near the shops, the beach, also not far from the train station. We enjoyed our breakfast immensely...
  • Luke
    Germany Germany
    This hotel is exceptional. Incredibly friendly and helpful hosts who take a genuine interest in their guests. It felt more like staying with friends than being in a hotel. The food is also fantastic and the location near the Britannia Pier is...
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Close location to the sea. Loved Sam's home-made scones and cake. Breakfast was excellent and served with a cheery smile from Gregg.

Managed by Gregg and Samantha

Company review score: 9.9Based on 72 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We bought The Winchester in 2004. After leaving school I completed a 2 year course in Business and Finance before starting work. I worked in industry as an accountant and production control manager. Whilst working I did a four year accountancy course. My wife, Sam, also worked in industry (we met at work) before becoming a full-time mother to our two sons, Gary and Tom. Later Sam worked in schools and was a teaching assistant before we moved to Great Yarmouth.

Property info

The Winchester was originally a private residence, built in 1882 by J.W. Cockrill, who was the towns leading designer. It was extended in 1898 when the main entrance was moved from the side to the front. The newer section is from the main entrance to the conservatory and incorporates the magnificent fireplace. Many of the original features still remain today. In 1948 started to trade as a guest house and in 1950 named the Winchester Private Hotel. In June 2013 a Blue Plaque was presented as recognition of the importance of J.W. Cockrill's work to the Borough of Great Yarmouth.

Neighborhood info

Great Yarmouth is a fascinating town. It is a traditional seaside resort but has a rich heritage, particularly, in fishing. It has strong maritime links; Lord Nelson moored off the coast and some of his crew came to shore. There is something to do for all ages, both by day and by night. Central beach is vast and sandy, ideal for a lazy family day. There are many different styles of cuisine and during the summer why not take in a show? It is also the gateway to the Broads; an extensive network of rivers and manmade lakes. Come and see what it has to offer!

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Winchester
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Fast free Wifi 53 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Winchester takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 5 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Winchester of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about The Winchester

    • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from The Winchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Winchester is 1,500 feet from the center of Great Yarmouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Winchester offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at The Winchester include:

        • Single
        • Double
        • Twin
      • The prices at The Winchester may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Guests staying at The Winchester can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Full English/Irish
        • Vegetarian
        • Vegan
        • Gluten-free
      • Check-in at The Winchester is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.