Guests say
St James House in Southwold is a well-appointed, spacious property with a beautiful garden, offering sea views and a prime location close to the high street. Guests appreciate the ample space, comfortable beds, and the house's suitability for family holidays. The property's charm and the thoughtful touches, such as fresh flowers, contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.
The property is consistently described as clean and well-presented, with guests feeling welcomed upon arrival. The presence of fresh flowers in several rooms suggests a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for being close to the sea and minutes away from the high street, making it an ideal spot for exploring Southwold and enjoying the seaside.
Comfort is generally rated highly, with comfortable beds and ample space for various activities. However, some guests noted that the property could be noisy without carpets and that some furniture is showing signs of age.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a games room, laundry room, and on-demand hot water. Some maintenance issues are mentioned, such as a stuck plug and the need for a new mattress, suggesting room for improvement.
While guests have mentioned the presence of fresh flowers and the helpfulness of staff, there is no explicit mention of gifts. Therefore, it cannot be confirmed if gifts are a regular offering, and the score is set to null.
About this property
Situated on a peaceful green close to the heart of the cheerful seaside town of Southwold, this bright and stylish property makes a fantastic holiday home for families, couples and friends looking for a beautiful retreat close to a gorgeous beach. Offering light and spacious accommodation for up to seven guests, the delightfully furnished, sympathetically updated and tastefully decorated house is perfect for keen walkers, beach lovers, nature spotters and history buffs discovering the breathtaking countryside and stunning coastline of a wonderful part of Suffolk.
Three steps lead up into the house, with an impressive hallway and stairs leading down to the lower ground floor which has a charming snug where you can relax with a good book. On the upper ground floor, there’s a stylish main lounge with a Smart TV and plenty of seating, and a delightful study with a choice of books and a piano. The elegant kitchen and the sociable dining room are upstairs, with French doors from the dining room leading through to a light-filled sun room overlooking the garden. Also upstairs, you will find a refreshing bathroom and four beautiful bedrooms: a cheery single, and three rooms with king-size and super-king-size beds, one with its own en-suite bathroom and views towards the lighthouse and the sea. From the ground-floor snug, French doors lead out into the sweet garden which has a lovely lawn, established shrubbery and a sheltered patio with outdoor furniture, making a delightful spot for dining alfresco on a warm summer’s afternoon.
The property is just 100 metres from the beach, with the pier, lighthouse and model boat pond all nearby. Southwold is also home to the Electric Picture Palace and Southwold Maize Maze, with other nearby attractions including Benacre National Nature Reserve, Leiston Abbey and rspb Minsmere, all within 13 miles.
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Nearby points of interest
- Dunwich Beach
- East Anglia Transport Museum
- Pleasurewood Hills
Reviews (14)
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Mrs Jacques
My partner and I had a fabulous week here. The house is amazing and is located a two minute walk from the heart of Southwold. The house has been very tastefully decorated and the nicest master bedroom we have ever had from a holiday home. Everything had been well thought through. The garden was perfect for our dog, completely enclosed and secure. It is ideal for families or groups of friends. We will definitely visit again
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Mrs Palmer
Lovely!
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Mrs Curran
Fantastic house in a fantastic location with a glorious garden ( an extra delight in Southwold) Cannot fault it. Worked perfectly for us. Extra reception rooms meant there were no clashes over TV/ Board games etc. We loved the room behind the dining room. It was a perfect games room in the evening whilst my husband watched TV downstairs. Bedrooms good sizes and the laundry room was a fantastic bonus. The warmth from the hot water system meant we could wash and dry clothes easily. We are a 3 generational group with the oldest 64 and youngest 11. It really worked for us. Harder I imagine with very young children , or very old. Lots of stairs and the fire doors(I understand are essential) but the are 'sharp' to close. Special mention to the gardener who left beautiful flowers in 3 rooms and also David who sorts bits and bobs including the bins and was a fountain of knowledge.