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Durdans, Walberswick

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ID: S535692

Bedrooms 4
・Sleeps 8
・Pets 2
  • Floorplan

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

Durdans in Walberswick is a beautiful house with a wonderful location, ideal for Southwold and dog walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, extensive grounds, and the generous welcome pack. While some guests have concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, others have had great stays, enjoying the social space and the property's proximity to local attractions.

Cleanliness

Reviews are mixed regarding cleanliness. Some guests found the property clean and had no issues, while others reported unclean fridges, freezers, and soft furnishings, as well as dog hairs and a musty smell.

Location

The location is highly praised for being quiet, relaxing, and close to Southwold and local pubs, with guests enjoying the ability to walk everywhere and not needing to drive.

Comfort

Comfort receives mixed feedback. The kitchen is a highlight for socialising, but several guests suggest that the lounge seating needs upgrading due to wear and a musty smell.

Facilities

Facilities are well-received for social spaces and the supply of games and books. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as broken fridge shelves, non-functioning blinds, and blocked drains.

Thoughtfulness

Guests were delighted with a generous welcome pack, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

Set within nearly an acre of beautiful grounds and just minutes from the beach, Durdans near Walberswick is close to Southwold in Suffolk. Ideal for a family holiday or gathering of friends and family, the accommodation is bright and spacious and has plenty of room for people to gather together as well as alternative spaces if you want to get away from it all. The sitting room has ample seating, French doors leading outside and a woodburning stove, making it the perfect room for coming together and socialising with each other. The games room is ideal for the kids to take themselves off and chill out together with games, DVDs and books to enjoy, as well as a snug where you can curl up in front of the open fire. When tummies are rumbling, the kitchen is ideally located for the chef to whip up wholesome food for the whole family and food can be served around the large, rustic dining table which has been designed with long, lingering meals in mind. At bedtime, guests can choose from four superbly presented bedrooms; all are bright and airy and offer a relaxing oasis after a hard day of holidaying. The gardens are a particular feature of the property with lawns, an orchard, shrubberies and a number of paved and decking areas giving guests plenty of choice of where to spend their time alfresco. Walberswick is just a short walk from Durdans and it is a picture postcard pretty village with a beautiful beach and a harbour and a footbridge leading you to Southwold which is also well worth a visit. Other towns worth visiting include Thorpeness and Aldeburgh with attractions to check out ranging from stately homes such as Framlingham Castle, Melford Hall and Somerleyton Hall to animal venues such as Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, Oasis Camel Park, Suffolk Owl Sanctuary and Easton Farm Park. For a spacious and well-presented home-from-home, Durdans offers the perfect family holiday destination.

A delightful coastal village set at the mouth of the River Blyth in the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve. This place is perfect for a chilled break by the sea. It offers a small range of delightful shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés to choose from. The nearest town is Southwold just a short trip over the River Blyth, it offers a good selection of amenities as well as a museum and a light house. The city of Norwich is also accessible and is well worth a visit. Walberswick is one of the few places in the UK with very little light pollution.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x single and 1 x pull-out truckle bed, 1 x twin, 1 x king-size.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Ground-floor wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Utility.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Snug with open fire

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and grill, induction hob, microwave, 2 x fridges, 2 x freezers, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.

Flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

A travel cot and highchair are available on request at time of booking.

Off-road parking for at least 2 cars.

Gardens, lawns, decked patio, terrace, patio furniture.

One well-behaved dog welcome downstairs.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.6 miles.

Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers.

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