The Old Rope House is a Victorian town house in the centre of Southwold and within walking distance from the town's amenities. The house is spacious, light and airy.

It is available for weekly or weekend lets and we also offer reduced rates for smaller parties.

• Sleeps up to 8 people + 3 babies (2 cots and a cot bed)
• Two king size beds and two twin rooms
• Two bathrooms
• Stairgates, two high chairs, toy cupboards and books for children
• Parking for two cars
• Fully equipped kitchen with double oven, gas hob, dishwasher, fridge freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer

For full details: www.theoldropehouse.co.uk

This sophisticated penthouse apartment is an exceptional find. It has breathtaking panoramic views of the sea over Southwold’s South Green and Gun Hill from almost every room, and there’s a fabulous French-influenced interior mixing vintage and new contemporary pieces of furniture. This apartment will appeal to couples and small families who appreciate quality and luxury as well as those who simply love Southwold and the sea.

This first floor apartment has a large living area with tall floor to ceiling windows to take advantage of those panoramic sea and Southwold views, an original conservatory-style kitchen/dining room with further large windows and views, two bedrooms (1 double four poster, 1 twin), and a shower room, all in stylish French style.

With designers Vivienne Westwood and Ralph Lauren wallpapers, mini Ghost chairs and a Conran desk table, and breathtaking views of the Green and the sea - at any time of the year, this property is simply stunning!

For full details: www.bestofsuffolk.co.uk

 

This light and airy property is just a few minutes walk from Southwold’s delightful thriving pier and of course the famous sandy beach, lined with colourful beach huts. The owners, an English family living in Santa Fe, New Mexico, chose this house as their English home, loving Southwold as the perfect seaside town.

The house is the ideal setting from which to enjoy beach front activities, favorite walks, biking round town, local pubs and the many pleasures of the town. On the ground floor there’s a large open living/dining room with an open fire, a kitchen and a garden room. Upstairs are three bedrooms (1 king, 1 twin and 1 bunk bed room) and a bathroom.

There’s an enclosed garden to the rear with grass and mature shrubs and a patio with a table and chairs. A large beech tree at the bottom of the garden provides natural shade. There is a gate to the side of the house allowing access to the back patio and garden if you wish to bring bicycles and there is parking in front of the house for two cars and further free on-road parking on Pier Avenue.

For full details: www.bestofsuffolk.co.uk

With wonderful sea views over East Cliff, this very well specified and stylish apartment for two is fantastic for both weekends and longer stays.  It’s been renovated to a very high standard, with lots of little extra finishing touches.  It’s just moments away from Southwold’s excellent restaurants, pubs and shops – and of course the sandy beach and promenade, lined with colourful beach huts.

Inside you’ll find a large open plan living area with a bespoke kitchen, a bedroom with a king size bed, and a bathroom with a stylish sunken bath and shower over it.

The spacious living room has fabulous views over the green at East Cliff and the sea.  There’s a huge sofa to snuggle down into with a large glass coffee table in front, a 42” flat screen plasma TV with Freesat channels, a DVD player and an Ipod docking station.  The original Victorian fireplace has a real flame gas fire to relax in front of on winter’s nights.

For full details: www.bestofsuffolk.co.uk

This stylish and spacious house has a prime location on the picturesque village green in the seaside village of Walberswick, perhaps Suffolk’s most sought after village, just across the river from Southwold.  The village has a sandy beach (popular with swimmers!).  It has two good pubs, is surrounded by internationally recognised wildlife habitiats and is home to the National Crabbing Championships each summer.

Briar Cottage is situated in the much loved seaside village of Walberwick, just over the River Blyth from Southwold.  A footbridge connects the two places and in the summer months there is often a rowing boat ferry service across the river.  There are two pubs, The Anchor and The Bell.  The Anchor specialises in local and season foods and has a delicious menu.  There are also a number of small gift shops and two cafes. The village green has swings for children. Crabbing is a popular pastime for children along the riverside.

The property has a spacious open plan living/kitchen/dining room with big windows, two bedrooms (a king and a twin), an en-suite bathroom and a shower room. See website for more details

This contemporary, bright and airy apartment is an award winning design by Ash Sakula architects and is tucked away just off Southwold’s lovely High Street, ideally close to the town’s shops and restaurants and of course it’s famous sandy beach.  It’s a lovely spot for people-watching with views towards the new Adnam’s Wine Shop and Cafe and their joyous outside seating area. 

The property has a spacious open plan living/kitchen/dining room with big windows, two bedrooms (a king and a twin), an en-suite bathroom and a shower room. 

There is a pretty walk through the harbour and over a footbridge to the picture-postcard village of Walberswick, home to two good pubs (The Anchor and The Bell) and a long sandy beach. Fresh fish can be bought from the fish huts along the harbour. Southwold is home to the Adnams Brewery and the town’s excellent pubs include The Lord Nelson where you can try a range of Adnams bitters. 

For full details: www.bestofsuffolk.co.uk

Bunting is a cosy cottage in the heart of Southwold, opposite a lovely park with children’s swings. Five minutes walk to the beach.

• Bright sitting room with wood burning stove, TV, DVD and iPod dock
• Large, bright master bedroom with king size bed
• Two further bedrooms
• Sleeps 5
• Fully equipped kitchen/diner with cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine
• New bathroom
• 75’ garden
• On street parking easily available outside

No smoking or pets.

This well equipped and comfortable modern house is located just a few minutes walk from Southwold’s lovely sandy beach, famous pier and historic town centre.   It’s ideal for families and couples wishing to be near the sea and the excellent local pubs and restaurants.

On the ground floor there’s a good sized kitchen/dining room and a large living room.  Upstairs are three bedrooms (one king, two twin), an en-suite shower room and a family bathroom.  Outside there’s an enclosed garden and a front garden with outdoor furniture.

This semi-detached house is located on Pier Avenue, around a five minute walk from Southwold’s popular High Street, the sandy beach and the Pier itself.

For full details: www.bestofsuffolk.co.uk

Ship Cottage is truly an historic house – it has been remarkably untouched over the centuries – and it has a relaxed quirky period character.  On the ground floor there’s a large open kitchen/dining room, the living room, bathroom and a study.  Upstairs are the three bedrooms (2 double and 1 children’s single bedroom) and a cloakroom with a sink and w.c. Outside there’s a large back garden to the rear that backs onto the Dingle Marshes, a pretty cottage garden with herbs to the front, and off road parking for at least two vehicles.

This period cottage is quite simply idyllic and has a magical setting in the historic village Dunwich on the Suffolk coast.  The house backs onto Dunwich’s dramatic open marshland and the beach beyond, and is close not only to the beach, but to some of the favourite walks in Suffolk, towards Walberswick and Southwold.

The large back garden backs onto the Dunwich Dingle Marshes with lovely views towards Walberswick and Southwold.  It’s a large lawned space with a table and chairs on a patio by the back door, a swing seat half way down the garden and a further table and chairs at the bottom of the garden. 

Superb seaside self-catering holiday home. Comfortable, well equipped family base for six in one of Southwold's prime residential roads. Beach and pier are around the corner, lighthouse and Sole Bay Inn (Adnams) at the end of the road, shops just a few minutes' stroll away. Children welcome but no smokers or pets.

• Spacious family kitchen/dining room
• Cosy sitting room with open fire
• Big, bright double bedroom. Two further bedrooms with twin beds
• Modern bathroom/separate toilet

For full details: www.southwoldholidays.co.uk

Grove Farm House & The Milking Parlour are situated in a beautiful secluded rural setting within 6 miles of the sought after Heritage coast and close to the attractions of Southwold, Walberswick, Minsmere wildlife sanctuary and Aldeburgh.

This beautiful 16th century farm house and converted Milking Parlour both restored to a high standard by their owners can provide accommodation for up to 17 people.

Grove Farm house will sleep 13 people in 6 bedrooms and The Milking Parlour sleeps 4 people in 2 bedrooms.

Sutton Hoo is one of the most important Anglo-Saxon burial sites in Europe and the treasure found there is amongst the richest to have survived from that era. At the heart of the estate stands Tranmer House, an imposing property on high ground above the River Deben.

The largest of two apartments on the second floor of Tranmer House. It has a terrific feeling of space with a large sitting room and spacious bedrooms, together with views over the Sutton Hoo estate. 

 

This ground floor flat has been equipped for use by disabled visitors, although it is recommended that an able bodied person accompany them; a chairlift is available to the first floor information room and look-out.

Nearby National Trust properties include Bridge Cottage at Flatford, immortalised in John Constable's paintings, Orford Ness and Sutton Hoo.

This is an ideal location for fishing.

17th century listed farmhouse recently refurbished to provide 21st century comforts. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Beams, bread oven, woodburning stove. Close to Southwold and Walberswick and Minsmere, all 10 minutes drive away.

The cottage itself is tucked away down a farm track, which joins a footpath leading down to the coast, one and a half miles away, and Minsmere is also within walking distance. You might hear the bitterns boom, and see marsh harriers, geese, barn owls and more from your own doorstep!

The cottage is very well equipped throughout and all linen and heating is included. Sleeps 4 with 2 double bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Drift End Cottage, newly refurbished with style and to a high standard, is a quiet, very comfortable semi-detached period property on the edge of the small village of Eastbridge in Suffolk, and close to Minsmere RSPB Bird Reserve, with stunning, uninterrupted views over meadows and marshes towards the sea.

Enjoy peace and quiet in enclosed garden, or walk around Blackheath Wenhaston and Church Farm nature reserve from Leman Cottage.

Ideal for children. Baby sitting available.

Good local pubs and farm shop nearby. Special rates through winter for short breaks.

Owned and managed by knowledgeable local guide. More peaceful cottages available nearby under same management ideal for groups of friends/family reunions/birthday get-togethers and/or those wishing to stay close by.

Grace Cottage is the quintessential Southwold Cottage, positioned in one of the town's most painted and photographed corners beneath the famous lighthouse and just yards from its beach, shops and restaurants.

Beautiful walks and fantastic bird watching are within easy reach or just enjoy peace and quiet in its pretty courtyard.

It is a ideal holiday retreat for up to four people.

Open all year-round, Friday - Friday bookings, no smoking and a small well-behaved dog is welcome by prior arrangement.

 

Sutton Hoo is one of the most important Anglo-Saxon burial sites in Europe and the treasure found there is amongst the richest to have survived from that era. At the heart of the estate stands Tranmer House, an imposing property on high ground above the River Deben.

One of two apartments on the second floor of Tranmer House with good views over the estate and down to the River Deben. It has a large kitchen/dining/sitting room with interesting original panelled walls.

 

Four star rated. Rural location in converted barn. Sleeps 4. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washer/dryer. Central heating. Towels and bed linen included. Enclosed south facing garden.

Ideally situated for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk. Within easy reach of Norwich, Beccles, Norfolk Broads National Park, The Suffolk Heritage Coast and the Suffolk Coast Path.

Good cycling, walking and bird watching (Minsmere 10 miles) and not far from Snape Maltings - international centre of excellence for music and the arts.

Located in the heart of Southwold, this 1820's fisherman's cottage has been refurbished in an attractive contemporary style. Its 2 bedrooms sleep 4-5 people.

The cottage has TV, HiFi and DVD, a newly fitted kitchen, washing machine and dishwasher. With sea views, the cottage is minutes from the the beach, and a short-walk to the High Street with its delightful shops, pubs and restaurants. Weekly and short breaks are available.

Southwold is ideally situated for family holidays, bird watching breaks or walking tours.

 

 

Seaford House is a very spacious, tastefully decorated and comfortable three-bedroom detached house. It is a ‘stone throw’ away for the sandy beaches, with an on shore breeze; you can lie in bed at night and hear the tumbling of the waves. With its setting so close to the beach the sea views all round are breath taking, along with the views over looking Southwold Town, Pier, Lighthouse, Church, the famous Adnams Brewery, Boating lake and Reydon Marsh and all its wildlife.

Seaford House is an ideal retreat from the bustle of Southwold Town Centre, which is still only a ten-minute walk away. Seaford House will undoubtedly provide countless happy holiday memories. Parking: ample amount of parking to front of property, up to four cars. Heating: full oil fired central heating. Pets: well behaved dogs and cats are welcome. No Smoking policy.

Manor Farm, a handsome red-brick house at Uggeshall near Southwold, Suffolk offers self catering holiday accommodation in two stylishly converted barns, one with 4 bedrooms, the other with 3. Available for short breaks as well as weeks with discounts for smaller groups.

Just 4 miles from Southwold, Manor Farm is home to grazing horses and a well stocked fishing lake. Here you can see nesting barn owls for example and just enjoy the benefits of relaxing in a rural area which is still within travelling distance of the coast.

The farm is located by the A145 2 miles north of Blythburgh and 3 miles from the sea. The village of Wangford is just a mile away with a village stores and 2 pubs. Suffolk Wildlife Park, Dunwich Heath, RSBP Minsmere and boat hire on the Broads are all within 10 miles.

A well established family business offering high quality self-catering accommodation and personal service.

The Mallards and The Granary are situated at Priory Farm, Darsham, near the Suffolk coast. Our traditional farm buildings consisting of a granary, cart lodges and stables have been sympathetically converted so each self catering property retains its own individual character and unique architectural charm.

Both self catering properties have a Tourist Board Visit Britain grading of 4 stars so you are assured of high quality accommodation. Parking is adjacent to the properties and secure cycle storage is available.

Cravens Manor blends the charm and character you'd expect of a house over 400 years old with all the modern facilities you want in your holiday accommodation. Let its special atmosphere welcome you and make you feel at home.

Sleeping 12, it offers spacious accommodation and extensive grounds.

The large farmhouse kitchen, superb dining room and two sitting rooms let you enjoy every day you and your family and friends spend together. In the grounds, you can relax, play tennis or, during the summer, swim in your own private pool.

Newly refurbished, small and cosy, convenient location for both town and beach, with use of shared garden.

Accommodation

Living Room -Beamed, bright with dining table and chairs, plus double sofa bed.
Galley kitchen -small well equipped with Aga.
(Steep staircase with handrail).
Bedroom - bright with full size double bed, duvet and pillows, free-standing radiator.
Bathroom - Bath with shower, WC, washbasin, heated towel rail and shaver / light.

Cook by Gas Aga ~ Mini conventional oven, Microwave ~ Immersion water heater ~ Fridge with Freezer compartment ~ Washing machine, TV & DVD ~ CD/Radio and Games, Books.

Charming period cottage with secluded courtyard (rear access). Excellent location by Southwold Lighthouse, pebble's throw from beach, overlooking St James Green, near to shop and Sole Bay Inn.

Perfect holiday base in area of outstanding beauty, wonderful for families, walkers, birdwatchers, cyclists, fishing, golf. Cosy, comfortable and well-equipped with downstair kitchen, bathroom, open plan dining/sitting. Upstair sleeps 4 (1 Double/1 Twin).

Central heating; all year availability; ideal for winter short-break. Small well-behaved dog welcome by arrangement. On street, unrestricted parking. No smoking.

Angel Cottage, an early Victorian terraced cottage in the pretty village of Wenhaston close to the Suffolk Heritage Coast, has views over fields towards Blythburgh and the 'cathedral of the marshes'.

It is within easy reach of Southwold, the National Trust's Dunwich Heath and the RSPB Minsmere Bird Reserve. The village has two pubs both serving food and Woottens, the specialist plant nursery, is also within easy walking distance.

The cottage has recently been completely refurbished to a high standard to provide light, attractive and very comfortable accommodation in Suffolk for two or three people.

 

 

Olde Banke House is a unique listed property boasting a prime position in Southwold, located at the desirable market end of the High Street. Sleeps six people.

Available throughout the year, including Christmas and New Year.

Outstanding quality accommodation is provided in this first floor and second floor apartment which had recently been decorated and furnished to a high standard.

Approved by the English Tourist Board-4 Star Rating.

Seaview House, Southwold (pictured right, large white house)
Situated in probably the best position in Southwold with sea views from every room and a stone's throw from the beach. Sleeps eight.

Seaview Cottage, Southwold (ajoins Seaview House above)
Cosy cottage ajoining Seaview House above. Can be rented separately or combined with Seaview House. Sleeps four.

Sea House, Walberswick
A few minutes walk from a lovely sandy beach and in the heart of the picturesque village of Walberswick, Sea House is recently renovated and furnished to a high standard. Sleeps eight.

Two beautiful well-appointed 4 star barn conversion in spectacular peaceful location overlooking the Blyth estuary.

In two acres of land with stunning views all around, they are ideal for families, walkers and birdwatchers.

Southwold and Walberswock sandy beaches are within 4 miles. Wood burning stoves and under floor heating. Sleeps 5/6 and 8/9 but can be joined for parties of up to 13. Reductions for couples.

Spacious playbarn and baby sitting service available.

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