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The Old Gymnasium

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ID: S778767

Bedrooms 4
・Sleeps 10
・Pets No

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

The Old Gymnasium in Southwold is a well-regarded property, praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and modern amenities. Its proximity to the High Street and beach makes it an ideal location. Guests appreciate the warm, cosy atmosphere and the bonus of a garage. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly positive.

Cleanliness

Guests consistently describe the property as exceptionally clean and well-maintained, with multiple reviews affirming its sparkling condition.

Location

The property's location is frequently commended for being quiet yet conveniently close to the High Street and beach, making it an attractive spot for visitors.

Comfort

The property is described as warm, cosy, and comfortable, with quality furnishings. However, some guests mentioned issues with heating balance and hot water, slightly affecting the comfort score.

Facilities

Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen. Points are deducted for reported maintenance issues such as problematic showers, WC refill times, and air conditioning not working in the games room.

Thoughtfulness

Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.

About this property

Boasting spacious and well-presented accommodation, The Old Gymnasium, Suffolk, is the perfect destination for a large family get-together. The property is ideally located close to the amenities and attractions of Southwold. The minute you walk into the spacious and airy entrance hall, the tone is set for the style and grandeur of the rest of the property, with it's industrial style stairs curving against the exposed brick wall. There are three separate sitting areas, one located on each floor, this allows space for all of the party to enjoy. The large kitchen located on the first floor is fully fitted with all that is needed to be able to create wholesome food for the whole family with a dining space to enjoy long, lazy meals together. On the top floor there is a balcony accessed from the sitting room, a real sun trap for alfresco drinking and dining. The four bedrooms are all of a good size and offer a restful place to lay your weary head after a long day of walking and exploring, each with it's own en-suite. The beautifully presented bathrooms make showering and bathing a pleasure so make sure you find time for a soak in the bath. Refreshed and raring to go, you’re ready to explore the delights of Southwold which has a great selection of shops and amenities as well as a sandy beach, a pier and a lighthouse. Attractions nearby worth visiting include RSPB Minsmere, Somerleyton Hall, Framlingham Castle, Adnams Brewery and Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens. There are so many scenic walks and hikes here, it can be hard to choose where to begin but anywhere within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths will be rewarded with some fantastic views and forms part of a designated Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty. Other beaches worth a visit in the area include Thorpeness, Walberswick, Orford, Aldeburgh and Dunwich. The Old Gymnasium provides the perfect holiday destination for the whole family.

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

Four bedrooms: 2 x king size bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms with shower, wash basin, towel rail and WC.

1 x twin with en-suite bathroom with bath with overhead shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC.

1 x twin with en-suite shower room with shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC.

first floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Utility.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Second floor sitting room.

Sitting Room with games area.

Utility Room.

Balcony

Central heating.

Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, 2 x fridges, washing machine, tumber dryer, dishwasher.

2 x TVs, WiFi.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Allocated parking space for 1 car.

Balcony with furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers.

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