Garden Cottage, Southwold
ID: S535912
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 5
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Garden Cottage in Southwold receives positive remarks for its cosy atmosphere, efficient heating, and ideal location close to the beach. Guests appreciate the quality furnishings and the welcoming touches, such as a bottle of wine. The garden area, while appreciated, has been noted to require some attention. Some concerns about cleanliness and maintenance have been raised, but overall, guests have enjoyed their stays and many plan to return.
The property generally receives praise for cleanliness, though some guests have noted areas that could be improved, including a mention of mould and a need for a more thorough cleaning in certain spots.
The location is highly praised for being quiet, ideally situated, and close to the beach, making it a perfect spot for guests looking to enjoy Southwold.
Guests find the cottage comfortable and warm, with efficient central heating and a homely feel. However, there are comments about the property being smaller than expected and seating not accommodating all guests.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with good quality cutlery and crockery. However, there are remarks about the garden furniture and overgrown garden, as well as some maintenance issues like a freezer needing defrosting.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful welcome gifts, such as wine and essentials. While these gifts are warmly received, it should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Tucked away in a secluded location but just a stone’s throw from the beach, Garden Cottage in Southwold, Suffolk is the perfect destination for a family holiday. The cottage is surprisingly spacious inside and the open-plan layout is great for families with a space for everyone. The whole room is beautifully light and airy with large windows overlooking the delightful gardens. The ample seating area offers a suitably sociable space but with the addition of the TV and DVD player, equally it can be an area where you just chill out and relax. The attractive kitchen is fully fitted with everything needed to create healthy food for the whole family and there are bar stools conveniently positioned so you can sit down, pour yourself a drink and keep the chef company. From the kitchen, you can step into the elegant dining area where there is a rustic dining table all set up ready for the whole family to gather, enjoy long, lazy meals together and catch up on all the holiday news. If the sun is shining, then there are gorgeous gardens to the rear of the property with lawns and a patio area and furniture all set up ready for you to enjoy some time drinking, dining and relaxing alfresco. At bedtime, guests can choose from two king-sizes or a single; all are beautifully presented and the beds are simply asking you to sink into them after a tiring day out and about holidaying. After a quick coffee and a refreshing shower in the morning, you’re good to go and ready to hit the beach. Southwold beach is just a few minutes away and a great place to while away time, so why not pack a picnic and make a day of it? Other towns nearby worth visiting include Aldeburgh, Orford, Saxmundham and Walberswick or jump in the car and head out further afield to attractions such as Halesworth Museum, Snape Maltings concert hall, Framlingham Castle, Go Ape Thetford and Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens. If you fancy a walk rewarded with some captivating views along the way, then pay a visit to Suffolk Coast and Heaths which has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but make sure you take your camera! Offering a delightful bolthole in the heart of the popular seaside village of Southwold, Garden Cottage offers an immaculately-presented holiday haven.
Southwold is a seaside town situated along the East Suffolk coast within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and resting between Lowestoft and Ipswich. Southwold is known as the home of Adnams Brewery which was established in the town in 1872 and it also has its own lighthouse, a museum and a picturesque pier which has a selection of colourful beach huts and which plays host to the regular Southwold Model Yacht regatta. The town boasts a number of excellent restaurants and eateries with a particular nod to its seaside location so there is always plenty of seafood and fish on the menu. Southwold has some fantastic independent shops, boutiques, galleries and pubs which are great for a browse and to stock up on essentials for your holiday. Just outside Southwold there are a number of great attractions for the whole family including Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, rspb Minsmere and Dunwich Museum as well as scenic towns such as Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, Leiston and Lowestoft to visit.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x single.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Central heating.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Flat-screen TV with DVD player, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
A travel cot and Highchair is available on request at time of booking.
Unallocated roadside parking.
Gardens, terrace, patio furniture.
One well behaved dog welcome, a second dog may be accepted at the owners discretion.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: If you wish the king-size to be made up as a twin please request at time of booking.
Note: If you wish a travel cot and highchair to be available please request at time of booking.
Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers please.
Note: If you wish to bring a dog please inform us at time of booking.
Note: If you wish the king-size to be made up as a twin please let us know
Nearby points of interest
- Dunwich Beach
- East Anglia Transport Museum
- Pleasurewood Hills
Reviews (13)
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Hilary
These include the dampness of the property, the black mould on the walls, the freezer in desperate need of a defrost and clean, the dirty fridge and wallpaper bubbling off the wall due to damp. The cottage advertised as sleeping 5 did but there was only seating for 4 and the dining table was pushed up against the wall making it unusable for 5. Fortunately we were able to visit another property to celebrate Christmas with extended family. As you can see from my concerns I was extremely unhappy with this property and would recommend Sykes review it as soon as possible.
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Kathryn
Homely feel. Perfect location. Accessible for a walking frame being all on on level. There was so much we loved about the property and would highly recommend.
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Janie
Had a wonderful stay in Garden cottage. Itâs our favourite place to stay being so close to the beach.The driveway approaching the cottage looked nice and clean and trimmed. The grass in the garden had been cut that looked lovely. The cottage seemed to have an extra sparkle we thought! Very lucky with the weather we were down on the beach every day and having breakfast watching the waves and brave swimmers,surfers!