Guests say
Victoria House in Southwold offers a stylish and spacious stay with super-sized rooms and a lovely garden area. Its prime location is perfect for beach access and town centre visits, with stunning walks and a great pub nearby. While some guests have highlighted areas for improvement, the property's potential and desirable setting have been well-received.
The property's cleanliness has been brought into question due to reports of musty bed linen and mould around the kitchen area. However, the bed linen was noted as clean in appearance.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, town centre, and local attractions, making it an ideal spot for holidaymakers.
Guests have found the beds hard and uncomfortable, but the spaciousness of the rooms and the tasteful decoration have been appreciated.
The facilities have received mixed reviews, with some guests facing issues with the kitchen equipment and water pressure. However, the potential for a great holiday home is acknowledged if improvements are made.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Settled into a fantastic location within Southwold, Suffolk, Victoria House is a stunning Victorian townhouse close to local amenities and perfect for a family or group of adults looking to explore the coast. Boasting original features and steeped in history, this property combines Victorian architecture with contemporary design throughout, beginning with a sitting room where you can relax beside the wood-burning stove and bay windows which allows in seas of natural light. The kitchen is amply fitted with everything you will need to cook up a storm, with the whole party coming together to enjoy a social meal at the dining table. Soak the sand from your hair in one of the family bathrooms before snuggling up for the night in one of the five bedrooms, a super-king size with an en-suite and ornamental fireplace, a double, two twins and a single, each with their own individual character and stunning views. Outside, enjoy breakfast in the sunshine in the sitting area. Southwold is a stunning seaside town with so much on offer for guests, beginning with the bustling high street, just a short walk from the property, and here you can explore local independent shops and enjoy a meal at one of the many tasty eateries available. The beach is ideal for those looking to feel the sea breeze on their skin and here you can enjoy a walk along the shoreline, picnics with a view or even try out wild swimming and watersports. Make a family holiday to remember with a stay at the wonderful Victoria House.
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
Five bedrooms: 1 x super-king with en-suite walk in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 2 x twin (with two additional pull-out beds), 1 x single.
Two bathrooms both with bath and over head shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan kitchen dining area, sitting area with wood-burning stove.
Utility with wash basin and WC.
Snug with wood-burning stove.
Central heating.
rayburn, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available on request.
Courtyard, patio furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
1 dog welcome.
Nearby points of interest
- Dunwich Beach
- East Anglia Transport Museum
- Pleasurewood Hills
Reviews (5)
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Notts Family
A lovely stay, perfect for the beach and the town center. We had an amazing time, thank you!
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Bjorn
Thank you!
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Howard And Moore Families
This is by far the best as the rooms are super sized and the garden area is perfect.