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Postcard From Southwold

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

  • 2 bathrooms

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This Georgian cottage brings all the genteel charm to match its picturesque Suffolk setting. Nestled in the seaside town of Southwold, you’re just moments from its sandy beach and bustling high street. Dating back to 1740, exposed timbers, cast iron fireplaces, and an original winder staircase show the bones of its past. Whilst chic all-white interiors, clean uncluttered spaces, and beautifully modernised bathrooms keep things fresh and current. A home to enjoy whatever the season – there’s a cosy lounge and open fire for winter months, and a pretty and secluded courtyard garden complete with a barbecue for making the most of sunnier days. With everything on your doorstep, you’ll find there’s no need for a car. Grab your bucket and shades and take a stroll down to Southwold Beach with its beach-lined promenade and pier, all just five minutes on foot – stopping off at the local bakery for picnic supplies first. And when tummies start to rumble, there’s fish and chips aplenty and many a local pub all within walking distance on the high street. With sands, sea and glorious surroundings, this is the British seaside at its best.


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What to expect


Highlights

Make sun-kissed memories on the beach of Southwold, just a five-minute walk away

Make sun-kissed memories on the beach of Southwold, just a five-minute walk away

Soak up the charm of this period home dating back to 1740

Soak up the charm of this period home dating back to 1740

Fire up the Weber barbeque and enjoy dinner alfresco

Fire up the Weber barbeque and enjoy dinner alfresco

 Hit reset with a peaceful night's sleep in the serene bedrooms

Hit reset with a peaceful night's sleep in the serene bedrooms

Come together around a crackling fire in winter months

Come together around a crackling fire in winter months

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Home truths

    Off-street parking for one car is available in a courtyard to the rear of the house - there is also unrestricted parking on nearby streets

    Bath towels are provided together with towels for the beach to save on your packing

    You’ll check yourself into the home with a door code

    Due to the age of the home, the ceilings in some of the bedrooms are low and sloped

    There is a washing machine but no tumble dryer, though there is a clothesline outside

    Security cameras are in operation outside this home

    Although there is an old winder staircase there is also a conventional staircase to get upstairs

    This home does not have a freezer

About this stay


Amenities

Desk / workplace

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Parking available

Washing machine

Garden

Bedrooms & bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 4 beds

2 bathrooms

Extras


VIP services

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Luggage storage

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Southwold

Visiting Southwold as a child is an experience you’ll never forget, and you’re unlikely to as an adult either. The pier, with its traditional pavilion, might look like any other late-Victorian pier from the outside, but it’s a must-visit in this seaside town. What makes Southwold Pier different is its arcade of humorous, quirky, coin-operated machines. Created by the inventor Tim Hunkin, they feature a range of eccentric – and...

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Explore Southwold Pier

Explore Southwold Pier

A delightful and quaintly British pier offering a mix of local food, quirky fun, and stunning coastal views. Enjoy ice-cream parlours, gift shops, and a dog-friendly atmosphere. A must-visit for a charming seaside experience in Southwold.

11 min

Get around

Airport

Norwich

1 hr 4 min

London Stansted

2 hr 20 min

London Southend

2 hr 8 min

Train station

Brampton

19 min

Bus stop

Lowestoft Road

8 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

10 min

Cafe

3 min

Pharmacy

7 min

Points of interest

Beach

beachhutsouthwold.co.uk

2 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi speed: 7Mbps

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

    Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Nick

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nick is always ready to offer local recommendations and ensure you have a seamless break. He loves sharing tips with guests so expect a guide to the area awaiting you on arrival.

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