Harriet's Cottage, Southwold
ID: S535752
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Harriet's Cottage in Southwold is a well-regarded holiday rental, praised for its comfortable furnishings, charming patio, and excellent location close to the beach and town. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere, quality mattresses, and thoughtful welcome pack. Some issues with cleanliness and maintenance were noted, but overall, guests enjoyed their stay and would recommend the property.
While most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, there were concerns raised about cleanliness and a rodent issue by one guest. However, this does not seem to be a widespread problem as it was not mentioned by other reviewers.
The location is consistently praised for being close to the seafront and town, making it an ideal spot for guests. The ease of access to local amenities and the sound of waves lapping nearby contribute to a positive experience.
Guests have found the cottage cosy and the beds comfortable, particularly noting the quality of the mattress and bedding. The size may be more suitable for smaller groups, as the bunk beds are noted to be better for younger children.
The cottage is well-equipped, but there have been some issues with the dishwasher and shower drainage. These concerns have been reported and are expected to be addressed. The presence of takeaway menus and a power shower were positively noted.
Guests have mentioned a welcome pack, which indicates thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not consistently referenced across the reviews, it is not possible to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such amenities are a pleasant addition but not guaranteed.
About this property
Enjoying a superb position close to the beach in Southwold, Suffolk, Harriet’s Cottage is a great destination for a family holiday. The open-plan living space offers a really inviting area which is perfect for the family to gather together and enjoy each other’s company with the small but perfectly formed kitchen the ideal space for rustling up wholesome food for the whole family and the adjoining separate dining area allows the family to enjoy meals together. Should the weather allow it, then there is a pretty courtyard garden complete with patio furniture which is ideal for drinking, dining and hanging out alfresco. Within a short walk of the cottage is the delightful seaside town of Southwold which has a beach, a great range of shops and amenities and a selection of iconic brightly coloured beach huts, so is well worth a day out. Close by are the delightful towns of Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and Walberswick which are all picture postcard attractive and should definitely be on the must-visit list. Family attractions to pay a visit to include Framlingham Castle, Sutton Hoo, RSPB Minsmere, Somerleyton Hall and Africa Alive Zoological Reserve. If you like a tipple then take a tour of places such as Adnams Brewery, Shawsgate Vineyard and the English Whiskey Company or head out for a hike or cycle ride anywhere in the Suffolk Coast and Heaths which has been designated as an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty, so will be rewarded with some great photo opportunities on the way. Harriet’s Cottage offers a delightful holiday cottage for the whole family to enjoy.
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
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x children’s bunk beds.
Ground-floor 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, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
TV with FreeSat, iPod docking station, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available on request.
Unallocated roadside parking.
Courtyard garden, patio furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers.
Note: The second bedroom is only suitable for children.
Note: In-keeping with the age of the cottage the stairs are steep so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: This property can be booked with neighbouring 28 South Green (Ref 1116915), together sleeping 12 guests.
Nearby points of interest
- Dunwich Beach
- East Anglia Transport Museum
- Pleasurewood Hills
Reviews (10)
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Natalie
Great house
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Steve
Loved all the furniture too. Where does it come from Iâd love to know? The crisps and drinks on arrival were very welcome Shower was excellent Would love to come back next year for the Latitude weekend July 24 to 27th Are you booked yet? If not please could we have a quote?
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Penelope
It was fabulous fantastic setting we have been coming to southwold for years and have walked past that road many times a secret escape thank u so much I ment to say one glass was cracked in cupboard we left it on side , hope that ok thank u