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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*

Southwold Snug, a cosy 1 bed self contained annex
Welcome to “Southwold Snug” This cosy self-contained studio style apartment has its own private access and free on street parking. It is annexed to the main family house and the beach is a short 5 minute stroll away. There’s a combined bedroom/lounge/diner with a luxurious superking bed, a separate kitchen & shower room. Suitable for a couple. A pebbled path leads to a small, courtyard garden with herbs for cooking & cocktails! This sunny space has bistro table & chairs for Guests exclusive use

Perfectly located seaside house
*Ask about discounts for single & couple bookings using 1 bed* East Cliff House is a beautiful Victorian cottage with glorious sea views within easy reach of both the beach and high street. Southwold's beach and famous beach huts are just a few off-road steps away and the high street with its independent shops, pubs and eateries are just round the corner. I genuinely love hosting and I prepare the house myself making sure that each guest is carefully catered for and has a very special stay.

Secluded Glamping in Suffolk, bell tent Willow
Welcome to our cosy glamorous bell tent set in a truly magical location where the woods meet the reeds. Enjoy the wonderful combination of riverside wilderness, farm animals and comfortable outdoors accommodation which is only ten minutes walk to Woodbridge with all the buzz of a lively Suffolk market town. We have another bell tent and a shepherds hut, both sleeping four. Also our new addition, a tree tent which sleeps two. Click on my profile pic and scroll down, you’ll find them all there.

Sea View Cottage - Near the beach + EV charger
Sea View Cottage is a modern open-plan, comfortable, dog-friendly cottage in the heart of the beautiful coastal town of Southwold, just a few minutes’ walk from the sandy beach and Southwold’s independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. Delightful enclosed gardens, off road parking and spacious, comfortable, private accommodation, families of all ages can enjoy a terrific seaside holiday. We also uniquely have an EV charger for use free of charge, Type 2 (22kw) on our private drive.

Superb location modern apartment parking sun patio
Perfect all year round with private access, parking and south facing sun terrace. Centrally-located but secluded, a few steps from sandy beach, shops, pubs, restaurants, pier and historic sites. Fully refurbed ground floor. Super-fast WiFi. Bright sitting room + smart TV & BluRay player. Quality kitchen appliances, breakfast bar, m/wave, dishwasher, freezer. Large double bedroom with 2 fitted wardrobes, smartTV. Bathroom with WC, bath & shower over + walk-in drencher shower. 2nd WC.

The Old Lamp Room. Self contained annexe
The Old Lamp Room used to store the lamps for the lighthouse until it became automatic. It is now an annexe to the old Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage, which is our family home. Guests have their own front door and are free to use the small front courtyard garden which has a bistro table and chairs. Situated up a small path, behind the lighthouse and moments from the beach. The high street with its shops, restaurants and pubs is a 5 minute stroll away. An ideal cosy bolt hole.

Suffolk cottage in Southwold with private parking
Suffolk Cottage is a delightful self catering holiday cottage in the heart of Southwold, just a few minutes walk to the beach. Packed with period features, the property has been refurbished to provide stylish holiday living with quality fixtures and furnishings. No pets. Owners are allergic to dogs. Nearest beach: Less than 0.05 miles . Nearest amenities: Less than 5 minutes the family will be close to everything when you stay here. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 100 yards.

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.

Southwold coast apartment, private parking
Large open plan Southwold apartment with private parking, courtyard garden, two bathrooms and two bedrooms. 1 minute to the sea and a 5 minute walk to the High Street. Spend the day walking along the Heritage coastline and the evening listening to the roar of the waves on the courtyard patio. Close to The Sole Bay Inn, a quiet contemplation park and a brilliant children's play area, this apartment is located in one of Southwold's most popular roads.

Centrally Located House + Exclusive Beach Hut!
Charming and spacious two-bedroom house set across three levels, quietly situated behind Southwold Common. Just minutes from the high street, cafés, restaurants, and the beach. Includes exclusive access to your own private beach hut, perfectly positioned near Suzie’s Beach Café. Enjoy the private garden, comfortable furnishings, free on-street parking, and an ideal seaside retreat for families, couples, and dog-lovers alike.

Beautiful hideaway overlooking Southwold rooftops
Flat 2 (upper floor) ‘The Hideaway’ is in the heart of Southwold, only a few steps from the beach. Fitted to a high standard and attractively decorated - an open plan kitchen and living room, modern bathroom (bath/shower) and a bedroom leading to a sunny balcony overlooking the Southwold rooftops. Access via its own front door and staircase. Ideal for a couple wanting to enjoy some rest and relaxation in Southwold.
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4.7 Average rating
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