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Jack's Shack

Jack's Shack

5.0
out of 5
Ratings from 25 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.9
Customer
Service
5.0

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  • Sleeps 4 in upstairs kingsize bedroom + double bedroom
  • Downstairs bathroom with walk in shower
  • 3-4 dogs welcome free of charge
  • Mid terrace two storey cottage
  • Wood burner
  • Off road parking for two cars
  • Read our independent guest reviews *HERE*

The perfect place to take a breath & chill

Review submitted on Mon, 18 Nov 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have had a fantastic week staying at Jacks Shack which was in the perfect location for exploring the Norfolk coast. The cottage was clean, well presented & every comfort gad be thought of by the owner. This is the best holiday home we have stayed in.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Loved our stay by the dunes!

Review submitted on Sat, 28 Sep 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed for four nights at a lovely little cottage (Jack’s Shack) which is right behind the dunes at Winterton on sea.
Gorgeous beach, lovely little village, really cosy little cottage with literally everything you might ever need!
I loved how incredibly hound-friendly this holiday was - the owner clearly really loves dogs and my dog felt so welcome!
The communication before, during and after my stay (from the owner and from the East Ruston team),was exceptional, and I will definitely consider having a holiday stay with East Ruston cottages another time.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Certainly will consider it.



Stay At Jack's Shack

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have been stopping in cottages for many years but this was by far the best, loved the little perks & genuine personal contact. Fair play to Corraline.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Another great experience with East Ruston Cottages

Review submitted on Sat, 21 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An amazingly well equipped and comfortable cottage. A great location right on the sand dunes in Winterton on Sea. Open the back door and you can walk for miles with the dog running free. The owner has provided everything you could possibly need both for humans and dogs! She made contact before our stay which made arriving very smooth. A relaxing week from the start.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





A well equipped cottage in a wonderful location

Review submitted on Sat, 24 Aug 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was our first visit to the Norfolk coast and was chosen for its proximity to the sand dunes and sea. We were also holidaying with our son and his Labrador so it made perfect sense to choose a place that welcomes dogs so that we could all relax and enjoy ourselves.
We loved the quiet location, the old fashioned atmosphere of the village but were impressed that everything was available within a five minute walk. We could have left our car at home if there had been a station nearby.
We were blessed with wonderful weather and my son was delighted to find a seal bobbing alongside him while he was swimming.
There was always space on the sandy beach for humans and energetic dogs.
We had very helpful contact with Caroline the owner and would like to thank her for sharing her beautiful cottage with us.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Lovely holiday location, beautiful property.

Review submitted on Tue, 02 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really enjoyed our stay, the host had thought of everything and the home was packed full of useful surprises. Suitable for children and most dogs.

Our dogs did struggle a little with the proximity of the neighbours and neigbouring doggy noises. That was more of an oversight of mine as opposed to the hosts however. The host had thought of everything for dogs inside of the property however and the dogs did mostly enjoy their stay. 10 minute walk to the beach, 1 minute to the Dunes. Lovely little village with a nice little pub, very good fish and chip shop and cafe. Will definitely visit Winterton again.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Certainly will consider it.



A great stay at Jack’s Shack!

Review submitted on Mon, 03 Jun 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely week staying at Jack’s Shack with our 2 young children and Labrador. Caroline was great right from the moment we booked - providing lots of information and answering my questions promptly. She has provided everything you could possibly need for your dog in house, including crates, leads, bowls, poo bags, beds - literally everything! There was also lots provided for the humans too - all the stuff you normally have to take with you like washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, tea-towels, hand soap. There was also a lovely welcome basket filled with delicious goodies and bottle or Prosecco in the fridge. The proximity to Winterton-on-sea beach was brilliant - just a short walk over the sand dunes. The house was spotless and very comfortable. It felt like a home away from home! Unfortunately, weather was not on our side for the time we were there but we did have a lovely stay anyway. Recommend the local chippy and also Poppys cafe does the most amazing breakfast.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Certainly will consider it.



A fantastic place to stay!

Review submitted on Sun, 26 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We've just come back from an amazing stay in Jack's Shack! It's such a lovely cottage - it backs onto the dunes, and is just a few minutes walk from a beautiful beach. No roads to cross to get to the sea!! The Cottage has absolutely everything you need - nothing has been overlooked - and it's so dog-friendly which made our stay very relaxing! It's very comfortable, with a nautical theme throughout, and it has a lovely little sun room from which to enjoy the gorgeous, fully enclosed garden (which is prettily lit-up on a night). On arrival, we were greeted with a very nice welcome pack, and there was even one for our pup too! The Cottage is down a quiet lane, so no passing traffic, and it's very peaceful and tranquil. Use of the garage for the car was an added bonus.
An extremely well-equipped, dog-friendly cottage. We would highly recommend, and we'd love to return!! Caroline was a very helpful and responsive host.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



The best stay we've ever had anywhere !

Review submitted on Sat, 04 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have used East Ruston Cottages previously and we're so impressed with their dog friendly approach. We decided to try somewhere new this time, a new accomodation called Jacks Shack.

The location is absolutely fantastic super close to the beach and local amenities. The cottage itself is perfect spacious, clean and has literally everything we needed for our dog and baby.

What really made a difference to me was the host. Caroline almost feels like a friend to me now. Shes so warm, helpful and understanding. Her welcome goodies and things she had for us to use was the best we have ever seen. We are looking already to book again for next year.

Thank you for allowing us to make so many fun memories on our first trip with the new baby too!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Sue, East Ruston Cottages replied 182 days ago
Thank you so much for your fantastic review of Jack's Shack! It sounds like you were made very welcome by the owners & we look forward to welcoming you back. Sue

The owners thought if everything

Review submitted on Sat, 20 Apr 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Beautiful cottage, location and village. Owners thought of everything and thoughtful extras. Village is so quiet was so easy to relax. Going back in the summer to enjoy the longer dsys and warmer weather,

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Already booked!





Sue, East Ruston Cottages replied 182 days ago
Thank you so much for a great review of Jack's Shack! I'm glad you had everything you needed & we look forward to welcoming you back. Sue

Exactly as promised

Review submitted on Sat, 06 Apr 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely welcome pack for humans snd dogs. As close to beach as promised and overall great beach break.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Sue, East Ruston Cottages replied 182 days ago
Thank you so much for your fantastic review of Jack's Shack! It sounds very much like you all had a great time & we look forward to welcoming you back. Sue

A week by the sea with our Four Dogs

Review submitted on Mon, 01 Apr 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Jacks Shack is a clean, comfortable well stocked home for the week. The cottage is fantastic for dog owners, but would be good for non dog people as well. …..straight out of the back door onto miles of walks along the dunes and the beach!
The village was quiet while we were there in late March, but it’s not too far if you need to drive for more supplies in case the village store doesn’t have what you need (although they stock all the essentials). Poppys cafe does one of the best cooked breakfasts we’ve ever had and Winterton fish and chip shop was also of a really high standard.
Just to mention the dog friendliness of the cottage again though, as we’ve been to quite a few in our time and never have they been stocked so well with doggie essentials……beds, bowls, throws, towels, welcome treats (for humans and canines), I could go on!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Sue, East Ruston Cottages replied 182 days ago
Wow! A fantastic 5* review for Jack's Shack! So glad you had everything you needed & the little extras do make all the difference! I'll pass on your thanks to the owners & look forward to welcoming you back. Sue

Great weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our first time at Jack’s Shack did not disappoint. It met all the gold standards that we have so far experienced when booking through East Ruston Cottages - very clean, very comfortable, welcoming, everything you need and more provided for both humans and dogs. Could easily have turned up with just a suitcase, ourselves and the dogs and nothing more.

Excellent location for village amenities and beach walks. Is definitely on our return list. Blown away by the provision of so many doggy items that we never knew we needed!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Sue, East Ruston Cottages replied 182 days ago
Wow! Another fantastic 5* review for Jack's Shack! So glad you had everything you needed & the little extras do make all the difference! I'll pass on your thanks to the owners & look forward to welcoming you back. Sue

Wonderful to be back at Jack's Shack

Review submitted on Fri, 15 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Wonderful to be back at Jack's Shack! A lovely, cosy cottage in a great location (right on the dunes) with everything humans and dogs might need for short or long breaks in this beautiful part of the Norfolk coast. The welcome basket has some tasty treats to get the holiday off to a great start and there are plenty of dog beds, bowls, toys and treats to please four-legged guests too. It is undoubtedly the best provisioned holiday cottage we've stayed in.

Winterton has a great Fish & Chip shop and Poppy's Tea Room and the Seal View Cafe (right on the dunes) are perfect stops for coffee and lunch.

We hope to be back very soon.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Sue, East Ruston Cottages replied 182 days ago
Thank you so much for your fantastic review of Jack's Shack & we look forward to welcoming you back. Sue

Jacks shack

Review submitted on Tue, 20 Feb 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at jacks shack and was more than happy. We was welcomed with lots of treats, wine cheese crisps etc.
There was also every toiletry you could need.
The house was beautiful with a log burner which was lovely as we went in February so was used every night.
There is a lovely dog friendly pub within walking distance and the most beautiful beach on the doorstep.
I would definitely go again, thank you x

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Caroline replied 277 days ago
Hi Louise - thank you so much for the truly fabulous review ! So happy you enjoyed your stay :) You are always welcome back and all Jacks Shack returning guests will automatically get 15% discount. Love Caroline & baby Jack xxx

Will go back

Review submitted on Sun, 03 Dec 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have never been to a cottage so well equipped not only with utensils but food as well !! A perfect location for the beach, lots of dog friendly cafes and pubs nearby. Would definetley stay there again

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Ok for dogs.

How likely are you to return?
Certainly will consider it.





Caroline Speed replied 355 days ago
Hi Grahame, Thank you so much for your lovely review of Jack's Shack. We really appreciate it and are so very glad that you all had a lovely time. Please remember your ERC returning customer discount if you ever wanted to book again :-) Kindest wishes Caroline

Perfect Short break

Review submitted on Sat, 18 Nov 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A Welcoming cosy w,ell equipped cottage . Secure garden and easy access to the dunes for dog walking . Very generous hampers for dogs and humans too . .Well furnished and very comfortable . Enjoyed our stay

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Certainly will consider it.





A lovely little cottage on the dunes

Review submitted on Tue, 31 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We booked Jack's Shack as a 'last minute' break and we certainly weren't disappointed. It's a lovely little cottage only footsteps (literally) away from the dunes at Winterton, so a perfect location for both humans and dogs. The cottage it one of the best appointed and provisioned holiday cottages we've stayed in. The owners have thought of everything two-legged and four-legged guests could need including a lovely welcome basket of goodies. We would definitely recommend it and look forward to returning there one day.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Lovely stay in Jack's Shack

Review submitted on Mon, 23 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Such a comfortable cosy stay at Jack's Shack. Every detail is so thoughtful, and Caroline the owner is so helpful. There is everything you need to make your stay perfect, and for your dogs. Everything has been thought of. Being on the edge of the dunes it is a very short walk to the beach, and there are miles of walks both on the dunes and on the beach. It would be easy to self cater, everything that you need is provided, but there are plenty of options to eat out too. We ate at the Fisherman's Return and walked to Hemsby for a cooked breakfast. Both dog friendly. The cafe on the beach, Seal View has plenty of choice too. Our stay was a short one, but we would like to return, with or without a four legged friend.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Fantastic dog friendly cottage in a very dog friendly village

Review submitted on Tue, 17 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed for a long weekend with our dog and had a great time.

Jack’s Shack is great for humans and dogs alike with lots of thoughtful touches including dog blankets, towels, beds, bowls, ‘holiday’ tags and a nice welcome pack for us.

Very spacious bedroom, well appointed kitchen, good sized dining room and a lovely suntrap sunroom.

One of the highlights is that the back garden is essentially the start of the dunes.

Highly recommended.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Superb accommodation

Review submitted on Mon, 16 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Superb accommodation that is super dog friendly and the owners seem to have thought of everything.
Immediate access to the sand dunes and down to the shore from the property, so the car stays firmly parked the whole stay.
Everything you could wish for in a pet friendly accommodation. Fabulous!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Jacks Shack

Review submitted on Sat, 07 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Jack's Shack, Winterton-On-Sea.
We booked this for two people and two dogs quite last minute, just wanting a nice base with access to walking the dogs. We were not disappointed.On arrival there was a beautiful welcome pack for us and the dogs which was very much appreciated. Jack's Shack is a gorgeous two bed terraced cottage that backs directly onto the sand dunes. Good sized rooms, kitchen is extremely well equipped with every utensil, pot, pan, crockery, cutlery you'll need. If this kitchen doesn't have what you need then you don't really need it! More than enough crockery for us to not wash up all week and keep loading the dishwasher. Utility room well equipped for all your doggy needs, food/water bowls, dog mats/rugs, dog leads, etc. You could literally turn up with your fave dog without anything but food of choice. We have a 16 week old puppy with us, so East Ruston Cottages provided us with a dog crate and doggy pushchair, which was invaluable for the little ones' tired legs. There is a nice size dining room where 6 people can comfortably be seated for meals (We ate out, you're on holiday!!) A separate living room and a small sun room on the back leading to a gorgeous enclosed paved garden. Two large double bedrooms upstairs and a modern shower/toilet room off the kitchen downstairs. The location is fabulous, 20 paces from the back door, and you're lost in the miles of dunes running along the Norfolk coastal path. The cottage is, without doubt, the best equipped accommodation we have ever stayed in. The owner has tried to cover every possible holiday scenario. Board games, puzzle/colouring books for kids, bags for picnics, fold up chairs, kids surf boards and a kayak for those water lovers, torches for late night walks with dogs, blankets for people, throws for dogs, all manner of cleaning equipment. You honestly do not really need to bring anything apart from your pets and some comfy walking shoes. It has it all. We absolutely loved the cottage, the location, and surrounding areas. Lots of great places to eat, our fave was The Boathouse pub, B&B, and you must try The Dunes Cafe at Waxham, best cakes and coffee. Cannot wait to go back next year and will look out for last-minute weekender trips in the meantime. Thank you very much to the owner for being so pleasant and helpful, always available for any questions and for allowing us to stay. We will talk again.

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!



Beautiful setting

Review submitted on Tue, 03 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely accommodation. Could not have been better. Great location. Will definitely be returning . Great pub and cafe close by

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Great for dogs!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Beautiful place

Review submitted on Sat, 23 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
What can I say about this place. It was absolutely perfect. The cottage was beautiful, very comfortable and had everything you could wish for. The added extras and the welcome packs were amazing.
The location was wonderful, straight into the sand dunes and then onto beach in seconds. Cute village with all the amenities you could want.
The owners really helpful and lovely.
Couldn't of wished for more really. Thank you Jack's Shack we had an amazing holiday ❤️❤️

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!





Totally Perfect

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We were the first booking for Jack’s Shack through ERC and I can honestly say we had the very best time. The cottage was completely perfect for us, and so beautifully appointed. We were lucky to have amazing weather but we would have been happy either way. The owner went out of her way to make our stay so wonderful, with excellent comms and lovely welcome packs for us and the dogs. It’s spotlessly clean and very cleverly set up, as is the garden. Fully enclosed and designed so well for day or evening. The little sunroom was lovely for coffee and reading in the mornings. The end of the garden was a suntrap for a quiet spot of sunbathing. It’s also well enclosed for the dogs. But the best bit has to be the location - step outside and you are right on the dunes, then on to the beach. Incredibly special. I could hear the sea from the bedroom at night. The only down side was leaving at the end, but we will be back, as soon as we possibly can. We absolutely loved it!

How dog friendly was this property for you?
Never been anywhere so dog welcoming before!

How likely are you to return?
Would love to come back!