If you're one of the 2.5 million people wanting to visit Norfolk during 2015, to make the most of 'Big Sky Country' and its unspoilt coastline, gentle countryside, sprawling forests and heathlands, Norfolk Hideways has some of the most gorgeous self-catering properties on the market.

Want to stay in a holiday property voted a top 20 UK beach house? Head to Heacham! Do you prefer getting away from it all? Surround yourself with 9 acres of grounds near Norfolk's 'prettiest village', Great Massingham, or relax in a converted Grade II listed Water Mill in Burnham Overy Staithe. From multi-generational breaks with adjoining properties, pet friendly holiday homes or easy access contemporary living to traditional, flint and brick cottages, Norfolk Hideaways has something for everyone.

Norfolk Hideaways, North Norfolk's premier holiday cottage letting agency, specialises in the area around the beautiful heritage coast from Heacham to Mundesley and five miles inland.For the full list of nearly 280 one to eight bedroom properties, click on norfolkhideaways.co.uk

Below are what Norfolk Hideaways thinks are its best holiday properties for families this Easter.

Best for sea views and sunsets

The Heacham House, Heacham

Sleeps 6 plus 2 in 3 bedrooms

Price: £985 for a 7 night break Friday April 3rd - Friday April 10th

USP's: Beach house affording amazing sea views, pet friendly, glass balcony, decked outside area, telescope for bird watching or star gazing.

If you want front row seats for the most incredible Wash sunsets you cannot get any better than The Heacham House. Situated down an unmade track that runs adjacent to the beach and promenade you are as close to the beach as you can be.  The house itself is beautifully appointed with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The kitchen is downstairs with an open plan dining and seating area with access to the decked veranda and BBQ.  Upstairs you really get the wow factor when you open the door and see The Wash right in front of you.  A glass sided walkway lead to French doors and another balcony.  Just perfect for a sundowner.   Outside you have your own private steps onto the promenade and beach. Birdwatchers will have a unique view of the mud flats at low tide and the waders and geese migration in the autumn months all from the comfort of your armchair.  A very special house indeed. 

Best for affordable luxury

The Chapel, Thornham

Sleeps 6

Price: £795 for a 7 night stay Friday 3rd April - Friday 10th April

USP's Gold Award property, woodburning stove, underfloor heating, TV's in all bedrooms, a funky family retreat by the beach

Affordable yet luxurious, this funky family retreat by the beach is a beautifully presented conversion of an original chapel building in the heart of the very popular village of Thornham. The well thought out interior, offering open plan living is packed with character - part traditional, part 1970s funk, part chapel. Upstairs, each private bedroom comes with its own TV, whilst the Gallery area with original panelling means you can sit on the chaise longue and enjoy views of the church as the sun sets. Downstairs, the large living lounge, with its 5 seater sofa and 4 seater sofa bed affords optimum comfort. Enjoy Easter Sunday lunch sat at the oak dining table with chapel chairs and pews seating 9. 

Best for celebrity spotting

Easter Cottage, Burnham Market

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms

Price: £660 for a 7 night stay Saturday 4th April - Saturday 11th April

USP's: Gold Award, pet friendly (2 dogs welcome), off road parking for 4 cars, woodburning stove

A favourite hang-out for the well-connected and those escaping the hectic pace of London, Burnham Market is THE place to be spotted. Boasting some of North Norfolk's best eateries (including The Hoste), boutiques, deli's, cafe's and gift shops and yet only a few miles drive to the coast, Burnham Market is more than just a fabulous location with Georgian architecture. Nearby, Easter Cottage is an immaculately presented, 3 bed country cottage in a peaceful rural location, enjoying wonderful open countryside views. Light, airy and well equipped, the recently extended and refurbished property is surrounded by attractive gardens with two seating areas for optimum sunshine. Beyond that, there's open fields and woodlands.

Best for easy access and contemporary living

Levante, Old Hunstanton

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms

Price: 950 for a 7 night stay Friday 3rd April - Friday 10th April

USP's: 4 star property, one level for easy access, state-of-the-art kitchen, two outside sitting areas for maximum sunshine, close to Blue Flag beach, private beach hut to hire on request

Levante is a stunning contemporary designed single storey detached house quietly tucked away down a secluded lane. Ideally located within a two minute walk to Old Hunstanton's beautiful sandy beach and the championship links Golf Course. Enjoy stylish modern open plan living, with large bi-fold doors that open onto a spacious decking area ideal for outside entertaining. Just a stroll away, are two excellent pubs – The Ancient Mariners and The Lodge Hotel and for a special occasion the much acclaimed Michelin starred Neptune Restaurant. Outside, two sitting areas allow you to catch the sun at different times of day.

Best for the 'Wow' Factor

Mayes Cottage, Brancaster

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms

Price: £960 for a 7 night stay Friday 3rd April to Friday 10th April

USP's: Gold Award property, woodburning stove, private enclosed courtyard with sheltered loggia

Mayes Cottage is a traditional brick and flint Norfolk Cottage in central Brancaster.  It has just been completely refurbished including the addition of a stunning new kitchen and dining room extension with vaulted ceiling.  The rooms are all tastefully decorated with new floorings and furnishings throughout. Many of the original features have been retained including the old front door! The décor is restful and stylish.  The kitchen is bespoke with deep granite tops and new appliances. The accommodation really has the 'Wow' factor and will provide a fabulous and comfortable base from which to explore the North Norfolk beaches!

Best for multi-generational breaks

The Dairy, Great Massingham

Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms (plus 2 in adjoining Cart Lodge)

Price for 7 night stay Saturday 4th April - Saturday 11th April . £725 (Hire of the adjoining annexe £200 per week.)

USP's: Multigenerational living - with option of adjoining annexe sleeping 2, or the Cart Lodge, sleeping 4 across the courtyard, woodburning stove, 9 acres of grounds (with Alpacas!), enclosed paddock for exercising dogs, option of adjoining accommodation for multi-generational breaks, one of Norfolk's prettiest villages, located on Peddar's Way

If peace and tranquility is what you're looking for, this stunning conversion of a traditional Norfolk barn dating back to the 1850's is it. Positioned right on Peddar's Way the famous Roman Road that goes right down to the coast, the barn is a perfect place to get away from it all. The conversion is of the highest quality and furnished to a very high standard.  Walk into Great Massingham (approx three quarters of a mile) and you will find one of Norfolk's prettiest villages with two large central ponds and the Dabbling Duck pub.  Dogs are very welcome at The Dairy and the owner helps at dog agility courses held at the farm weekly, so guests will have access to the fully enclosed paddock for exercising their pets. Walking from the barn is peaceful and traffic free.  The whole farm is set in its own grounds of 9 acres complete with resident Alpacas! The accommodation is extremely flexible in that although the barn sleeps 4 plus 2 on a sofa bed, guests will have the option to book the adjoining suite for an extra cost or The Cart Lodge which is across the courtyard and sleeps 4, making it perfect for groups of couples, multiple families or multi generational holidays.

Best for birdwatching and coastal walks

West End Water Mill, Burnham Overy Staithe

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms

Price for a 7 night stay during Easter

USP's: £1005.  Any day entry, woodburning stove, galley kitchen, mezzanine level with river views, birdwatching from comfort of own balcony, countryside surrounds

West End Watermill is a superb conversion of a Grade II listed water mill house. The house has stunning views over the mill pond, River Burn and the surrounding water meadows.  Marsh Harriers and many different species of birds and wildlife can be viewed from the comfort of your own balcony.  The accommodation, which includes a mezzanine level with vaulted ceilings and open beams, is first rate with great attention to detail and many home from home comforts including quality linen & fluffy towels.  Walking is superb with the coast path right on your doorstep.  

Best for wildlife

4, Harbour View, Brancaster Staithe

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms

Price: £785.00 for a 7 night Easter break, Sat 4th April - Sat 11th April

USP's: stunning views of marshes, original features, direct access to coastal path from garden, comfortable and stylish

Chilvers, (named after the fisherman who used to live there) is a newly refurbished Victorian terraced house.  It has the most stunning views to the marshes and the sea beyond.  There is direct access to the coast path from the garden.  The property is newly furnished and completely overhauled with new kitchen and bathroom.  The property retains lots of original features including stripped wooden floorboards and latched doors.  Chilvers offers a highly comfortable and stylish base for a great family holiday right on the doorstep of the salt marshes.

For more holiday cottage information visit www.norfolkhideaways.co.uk. Follow on Twitter

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Note to Editors

Norfolk Hideaways has nearly 280 one to eight bedroom properties along the spectacular North Norfolk coast and up to 5 miles inland. With a portfolio stretching from Old Hunstanton in the east to Cromer in the west, it specialises in self-catering holiday cottages between Heacham and Mundesley.  Norfolk Hideaways was founded in 2009 by Hetti Simpson.