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Ruby Gem by East Ruston Cottages, Winterton

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Winterton On Sea, Norfolk
  • Norfolk Broads
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Horsey Windpump
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Ruby Gem by East Ruston Cottages, Winterton

ALL ABOUT THE INSIDE:

Entrance
Entrance through the front door with a single step up into the hallway, where there are coat hooks on the wall and a tray for sandy shoes underneath. From the hall you can access the kitchen, bathroom and the rest of cottage.

Kitchen
The kitchen is very well equipped with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washing machine, undercounter fridge and freezer. On the work tops you will find bread bin, toaster, kettle percolator and microwave. In the cupboards are plenty of pans, pizza trays, roasting tins and of course all the cutlery and crockery.

Bathroom
In our fully refurbished bathroom you can choose to relax in the bath or if you prefer have a shower, and naturally there is the usual handbasin and toilet.

Open plan living/dining area
The corner sofa unit fits very comfortably in this bright and airy room. 42" Smart to enjoy and wood burner for cooler nights. The seaside theme continues through here with lots of lovely and homely touches. The dining table seats 4 comfortably and the floor is tiled all the way through. All restful colours and lots of light. Perfect to come home to after a day on the beach! The open plan stairs are a real feature of this room, have a hand rail on the wall side and lead up to the bedrooms. A stair gate is attached to the bottom of the stairs.

Double bedroom
King size bed in this lovely light room with plenty of storage space, full length mirror and a wooden floor. A blackout blind and curtains will keep out the early morning sun if you want to have a lie in.

Twin bedroom
Two single beds with memory foam mattresses, a wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables make this a cosy and comfortable room. There are also a blackout blind and curtains will keep out the early morning sun for those who like a lie in.

ALL ABOUT THE OUTSIDE:

There is off road parking for two cars in front of the cottage. A slightly sloping path leads down to the gate and then through to the garden and front door. The fully enclosed garden has plenty of space, with a range of garden furniture. The garden itself is surrounded by 5ft high solid fences to the sides and back, overlooking the back of the friendly Fishermans Return. The large ‘Dog House' shed contains nearly all the extras to make a holiday go with a swing. Windbreak, beach chairs, BBQ, charcoal, kites, buckets and spades. Plus for the dogs a chucka, dog beds, throws and towels and a large dog crate.

Property manager

Sue Allen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Great Yarmouth

Great Yarmouth is home to this apartment. Britannia Pier Theatre and The David Howkins Museum of Memories are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Oasis Amusements and Lost World Adventure Golf. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and Joyland are also worth visiting.
Map
Winterton On Sea, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Horsey Windpump - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • BeWILDerwood - 20 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Great Yarmouth Beach - 25 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Great Yarmouth Station - 20 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪King's Arms Public House, Martham - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishermans Return - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Winterton Fish Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bermuda Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruby Gem by East Ruston Cottages, Winterton pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ruby Gem by East Ruston Cottages, Winterton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruby Gem by East Ruston Cottages, Winterton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ruby Gem by East Ruston Cottages, Winterton located?

Situated in Great Yarmouth, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Norfolk Broads, Lost World Adventure Golf and Norfolk Coast. Oasis Amusements is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ruby Gem

Lovely cottage in a super village,all the shops ,po,cafe,provided everything needed. Cottage near the beach and dunes ,easy for dog walks,and the cafe on the beach is lovely. Only used the car once,as didn't need to go anywhere else. A really restful holiday Have booked for October, in HiddenGem,also in Winterton, as RubyGemwasnt free then.
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10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Ruby Gem Stay 28th Feb - 3rd March 2025

We were so lucky with blue skies every day. The cottage is so convenient for dog walks on the beach and the dunes which go on for miles. Winterton on Sea is so dog friendly as is Ruby Gem. Penny is so welcoming and left some wonderful treats for us and the dogs! Penny seems to think of everything for you and your dogs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

Weekend winter stay

Great cottage cosy and warm in the bitter cold of early February. Village has lots of facilities and the dog loved the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Happy holiday

We arrived to a very warm, welcoming cottage with everything you could want. A lovely welcoming pack was included. The cottage is close to all amenities and for our dog it was heaven.
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10/10 Excellent

Irene G.

Just what was needed

Our 2nd time, everything about Ruby Gem is perfect for us all days spent on beach a cozy evenings. X
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10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

A truly wonderful dog friendly stay

We loved our stay at Ruby gem with our 2 German Shepherds, this is a genuinely beautifully comfortable home that felt instantly relaxing the moment we arrived. The added thoughtful touches from the owners such as home made cakes and honey alongside a welcome pack on arrival made this even more special. Our dogs were welcomed everywhere we went in the area, and visiting in the winter months allowed us to have the beach to ourselves also. We will definitely be returning.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovley homlley

Perfect little cottage with the dunes on the doorstep we walked for hours most days the dogs were home from home they settled straight away. The owners of the cottage were amazing and lovely with it too. Any question was no problem. I have even booked to go again in September. Can’t wait.
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10/10 Excellent

welcoming owners

This was our second stay here (and not our last) which speaks volumes. The owners ensure your holiday starts off in the best way possible with a lovely welcome pack - for humans and hounds. Lots of thought goes into ensuring guests and their dogs are made to feel welcome from the get-go. The cottage is always spotless and the garden is ideal for anyone with dogs who can simply be let out without any anxiety. The property is ideally located for easy access to everything - beach, pub, chippy, shop and the lovely village of Winterton. The furthest we travelled was 30 mins, so quick, simple access to a whole host of other attractions if you feel the need to venture out of Winterton.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Fantastic home from home

We had a fantastic week at Ruby Gem. It is a pleasure to stay in a cottage which has everything that we and our dog needs! Ruby Gem is truly dog friendly! From the lovely welcome basket with cakes and preserves for the humans to dog biscuits and bowls for our four legged friends it has everything. The cottage is comfortable, well equipped, quiet and perfect for a peaceful break in Winterton. The garden is secure and we could confidently let our dog out unsupervised. The beach is a short walk away and is a perfect place to exercise dogs.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Perfect holiday cottage

Ruby Gem is a lovely cottage in a perfect location. It is a couple of minutes walk from the stunning Winterton on Sea beach and sand dunes and miles of off lead walking for dogs. It is also next door but one to the Fisherman’s Return traditional village pub which is fabulously dog friendly with good food. The owners of Ruby Gem could not do more to provide humans and dogs with everything they need. The only thing we took with us for our 3 dogs was food. Fantastic welcome pack in the cottage of delicious homemade cakes, treats, bread, butter and freshly laid eggs - even homemade dog biscuits! We enjoyed every moment of our week and could not recommend Ruby Gem and East Rushton Cottages more. They truly welcome dogs and make everything easy and enjoyable for dogs and their owners. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

The best holiday home for dogs

This was my second time staying at Ruby Gem and it is our favourite holiday home from home. It's in a perfect location for the beach and winterton amenities. In the house itself, I love the accommodations they make for dogs, including plenty of blankets to cover the furniture if your furry friend likes to sit with you. I also came away slightly heavier due to thee home made treats left for us. We will definitely be returning.
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10/10 Excellent

liz H.

Wonderful winter break

Ruby Gem is in a brilliant location, next door to a very nice pub and a couple of minutes from the beach. It had everything we needed for a great weekend, both for us and our dog. It was so nice not having to pack a dog crate or other dog bits and bobs. This is a real dog friendly cottage, not just dog tolerant, and having stayed in places which allow dogs but then turn out to have gardens that are not escape proof or do not allow dogs on sofas, this makes a huge difference.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a fabulous location

We made a relatively late booking and found both East Ruston Cottages and the owners of Ruby Gem to be brilliant communicators, giving us everything we needed before, during and after our stay (the app is fabulous!). We all enjoyed our stay, the dogs loved the cottage and are now trying to catch up on their rest after 6 days of beach walking :) We recommend Ruby Gem.. and I've not mentioned the welcome pack including cakes and sweets and jam and honey and dog treats which we loved!
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic C.

First time in Winterton

Had a lovely stay, exploring a new area . The cottage was lovely and quiet, close to all amenities. Very well equipped.
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10/10 Excellent

A Revelation!

For over three decades we have been holidaying in self-catering cottages. Post covid, we have witnessed prices going ever upwards and standards going rapidly downwards. This culminated in a stay in early 2023 (another company) where there was nothing in the cottage at all, not even a pint of milk. It was soulless, unwelcoming and disappointing. We began to reconsider going anywhere again with companies that have been taken over by large organisations. Fast forward now to our stay at the absolutely wonderful RubyGem booked through Sue at East Ruston Cottages. I can say with all honesty it is the most welcome we have ever felt in any cottage anywhere. The owner, Penny, had put up a Happy Birthday banner and balloons and made the most delicious birthday cake. She'd made the most outstanding millionaire's shortbread in the history of baking. She should be on Bake off! The welcome pack was absolutely amazing; everything you could possibly need, and that included the dogs too. There was so much stuff for them, from treats to poo bags and everything in-between. They were in doggy heaven and we felt they were truly welcomed too. They definitely did not want to leave and neither did we. Thank you so much Penny & Chris for letting is stay in your beautiful, cosy cottage by the sea.
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely brilliant!

I've never stayed in a better cottage. The welcome package was out of this world and so generous! Dogs and people want for nothing and the location is perfect. The area is friendly and welcoming and we met so many lovely people. Five minutes from the dunes and beach which was great for the dogs who could run around while their staff watched the seals. The cottage is so handy for the local dog friendly pub whose Boozy Beef Pie was terrific and also for National Trust properties to inject a bit of culture into your break.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay at delightful cottage

Absolutely amazing time at Rubygem. Fantastic lovely cottage very clean and well equipped. Dogs loved it too This is definitely worth a stay. Winterton is my home away from home
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Birthday Weekend

Another wonderful stay at Ruby Gem. The cottage is clean and comfortable and perfectly located for the beach, pub and local shops.
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10/10 Excellent

An excellent dog welcoming cottage.Great Location..Parking & Garden.

We loved our stay. A very last minute booking and we were so lucky! Extremely dog welcoming with everything provided for their comfort and ours! Lovely garden to play or relax in. Walk to the glorious beach. Seal spotting. We didn’t stray far it had everything we needed for a relaxing break. The owner’s attention to detail and welcome pack were the best we’ve ever had!
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10/10 Excellent

100

Lovely cottage and lovely comfy bed. Easy access to beach and village. Lovely garden and decking to relax in. Every thing you need for relaxing holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

perfect stay for dog owners

Fantastic welcome pack on arrival. Owners sent a nice message before, during and after our stay so we were made to feel welcome. Well kept accommodation and excellent guest book. Short walk to everything local in Winterton plus lots of other places visited locally. The furthest we drove was 25 mins away and still so much we have not seen. Will definitely return.
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10/10 Excellent

Our Rubygem stay

What a wonderful dog friendly cottage. There was everything you would need for a comfortable stay and more, like the home baked cake, jam, honey and pickle and lots more. The village was beautiful and the beaches were great. We will definitely be back
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10/10 Excellent

My happy place

Another amazing stay in Winterton and RubyGem cottage. It truly is a home from home with everything you could possibly need. The welcome pack is the best around with amazing homemade cakes (I need the recipes!) I can’t wait for my next visit….
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10/10 Excellent

Ruby Gem short break

We booked a last minute short break for over new year at Ruby Gem. The booking was all sorted quickly and easily, and we were delighted when we arrived. The cottage is clean and comfortable, with a small secure garden. The location is brilliant as you can get to the dunes and beach really quickly, so you don’t need to drive if you don’t want to. Penny had left a lovely welcome pack (our dog particularly loved the biscuits!) and was contactable should we need anything, which we didn’t as everything was so well prepared. The local chippy was great, Poppy’s in the village does excellent coffee and cakes. We would definitely recommend Ruby Gem and East Ruston Cottages!
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent

We had another wonderful week at Ruby Gem, Penny and Chris couldn’t have been more thoughtful and helpful. The cottage is very clean and well equipped with all anyone could want. The dogs were also very well catered for and loved the homemade biscuits left in a bag for each dog, also very thoughtful dog tags with the holiday address printed on them. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to any one.

About the host

Hosted by Sue Allen

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Languages:

English