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Southwold holiday rentals start at £126 per night before taxes and fees

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160 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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170 of Southwold holiday rentals include wifi access

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Southwold stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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Nina's Cottage - Southwold
Nina's Cottage is a recently renovated holiday home, perfect for up to 4 people (and furry friends). I've lovingly furnished and decorated it to a high standard to make it the perfect base to explore Southwold and the surrounding areas. The house features a cosy lounge with a log burner, a very spacious kitchen and living space, large master bedroom and king size double bed, a twin bed 2nd bedroom, as well as a fully enclosed garden. Ideally placed only a short walk to the high street and beach.

3 St James Green, Southwold
Cosy cottage in an excellent location, a minute from the beach, within crawling distance of the Sole Bay Inn, with the lighthouse a mere beam away. Three bedrooms: front bedroom has twin beds & views of the lighthouse, two back bedrooms - one with a single bed leading into second room with a queen-sized double. Number of guests is limited to 4. Due to the configuration of the stairs/access to the bathroom, the cottage is not suitable for those with limited mobility/possibly young children.

The Dairy at Bortons Farm
The Dairy at Bortons Farm is a self-contained annexe attached to the rear of the farmhouse. 15 minutes drive from Southwold, it offers a peaceful rural location but near to the beautiful beaches of Southwold and the busy market town of Beccles. We have 2 bedrooms, a shower room, two toilets and a fully fitted kitchen plus washing machine. Wifi throughout. Enclosed, secure garden. The living area has TV with Amazon Fire TV stick. EV charging point (charges apply), please bring your own cable.

Weavers Cottage/Parking availability/Southwold
Weavers Cottage is comfy and cosy-with lots of character! Idyllic spot-secluded -yet just off Southwold High Street- located in a quiet private road. Parking /subject to availability/central to all of Southwold's amenities and direct access to Southwold Common. Pet friendly-perfect for walking and exploring! WIFI (not guaranteed in the event of a breakdown). 8 mins walk to beach, 5 mins walk to pubs/shops! Dunwich, Thorpeness, Aldeburgh, Minsmere and 'Africa Alive' nearby.* Downstairs bathroom*

Birdhaven - Large Cottage 6.5 miles from Southwold
Birdhaven is a delightful cottage situated on a quiet lane in the pretty village of Wenhaston, just a few miles from Southwold and the Suffolk Coast & Heaths. This charming self-catering cottage offers cosy accommodation with plenty of natural wonders and attractions nearby. It features lovely views of the surrounding picturesque meadows which offer wonderful sunsets. The cottage has a large garden and driveway offering private parking and the woodburner makes it an ideal cosy winter escape.

Cosy Cottage-charming village-3 miles to Southwold
Bright and airy cottage with modern interior in peaceful village just 3 miles from Southwold. Situated off the A12 for easy access to RSPB Minsmere, Dunwich and the Norfolk Broads and only 1 mile from Latitude music festival. Our popular "gastropub" local is only 100m from your door, and a well-stocked village shop with Suffolk-sourced produce and all the essentials is just opposite. There's a farmshop and nursery in the village, plus a children's play area over the road. Enquire for bike hire.

Betsey Trotwood. Historic stylish 2-bed cottage.
Betsey Trotwood is a beautifully renovated stable at The Rookery, Blundeston home of David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. Combining contemporary luxury with period features it provides quirky pet-friendly self-catering accommodation with private courtyard and easy parking. Rural but not remote on the edge of an idyllic village between Lowestoft and Gorleston, it is close to pubs, sandy beaches, the Broads, Suffolk Heritage Coast and North Norfolk. Ideal for families, couples or work.

Daisy Cottage … discover Suffolk
Spend a little time savouring the delights of Suffolk in this little gem of a cottage so close to the beaches of Walberswick and Southwold. Come back to the wood burner in the autumn and winter and a lovely meal cooked for you at the Queens Head just 10 minutes walk away. Our Cottage is pet friendly for one dog, please add this when you make your booking. Due to the authentic nature of the cottage it is not suitable for infants or the infirm with its Suffolk brick flooring.

Dreamers Cottage, Pinkneys Lane, Southwold
Dreamers Cottage is perfectly located, right in the heart of Southwold. Short breaks throughout the year, with a minimum stay of just 2 nights even in high season. The cottage is just steps from the beach, with its traditional colourful beach huts, and so central to Southwold's fantastic cafés, deli's, restaurants, famous pubs & independent shops. Despite all this, the cottage is quiet and not overlooked. Absolutely no pets ever - so allergies are safe.

Charming Cottage on the village green
Fuchsia Cottage is a delightful, detached early Victorian cottage set on the village green in picturesque Middleton, just opposite the friendly local pub and next to the church. Recently renovated from top to bottom, it blends period charm with modern comforts. With cosy interiors, traditional furnishings, and thoughtful touches throughout, it's the perfect retreat for couples, friends, or small families looking to explore the stunning Suffolk Coast.

Country Retreat with Hot tub, Sauna & EV Charger
Loads of space. Great for families and groups. Rural. Undisturbed. Big hot tub! 3 TVs with Sky Stream and Sky Sports. Delightful country cottage tucked away in its own 2 acres, 500 yards from the road, in farmland, and no other house within 1/4 mile. Just the place to unwind and enjoy the outstanding beauty of the Broads National Park. A peaceful retreat next to nature. All photos were taken on the site and farm in same ownership

Owl Cottage, Victoria Street, Southwold
Owl Cottage is a delightful Georgian cottage located on Victoria Street just behind the Swan hotel. Only a 2 minute walk to Southwold High Street and 2 minutes to Southwold beach. You’ll love the ambiance, the simply stylish interior, the comfortable furniture and beds, the Courtyard garden and the fact that it’s a good base for exploring the suffolk countryside and seaside.
Popular amenities for cottage rentals in Southwold
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Charming Romantic Cottage + Hot Tub

Leather Bottle Hill Cottage - Relaxation for all.

Wood Farm Dairy - Sleeps 2

Briars Cottage • Options: 2 extra guests, Hot Tub

Rural Norfolk Escape | Hot Tub & Dog Friendly

Manor Farm Lodge 4 bedroom sleeps 8/9

Hare

Detached cottage 4 bedrooms
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Brookside Cottage, Kelsale, Suffolk Coast

Thyme Cottage

Fisherman's Cottage

Horseshoes Barn

The Granary, contemporary cottage in The Broads

Cosy coastal cottage for 2 in Kessingland, Suffolk

Bolthole by the Sea - Character seaside home.

Rookery Farm Cottage - Countryside, Coast & Cycle
Private cottage rentals

Wenhaston cottage - country walks/pubs

Boutique Cottage in Kessingland nr Southwold

Peaceful cottage in coastal Suffolk village

Beccles by the river: the perfect location

Stylish Living in a Medieval Cottage

Beautiful Grade II Listed 1400c Suffolk Cottage

Charming Cottage by the sea with private garden

Trinity Cottage a Calm, Creative, Seaside Retreat
When is the best time to visit Southwold?
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- The Broads
- Aldeburgh Beach
- The Broads
- RSPB Minsmere
- Cromer Beach
- Sheringham Beach
- Kelling Heath Holiday Park
- BeWILDerwood
- The Beach
- Snape Maltings
- Earlham Park
- Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park
- Mundesley Beach
- Snetterton Circuit
- University of East Anglia
- Pleasurewood Hills
- Walberswick Beach
- Go Ape Thetford (Treetop Challenge, Segways, Zip Lines, High Ropes)
- Norwich Cathedral
- Felbrigg Hall
- University of Essex
- West Mersea Beach
- Colchester Zoo
- Framlingham Castle





