Guests say
Riverside House offers a superb riverside location with direct access to the water, making it ideal for fishing, boating, and relaxing by the river. Guests consistently praise the peaceful setting, spacious rooms, and proximity to Beccles town centre. However, several reviews mention that the property would benefit from a refresh, with some concerns about cleanliness and maintenance. Despite these issues, many guests enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return, especially for the unique riverside experience.
Several guests noted issues with cleanliness, including dusty surfaces, cobwebs, unclean kitchen areas, and outdoor furniture needing attention. Some guests had to clean on arrival, which detracted from their experience.
The riverside setting is highly praised, with easy access to the water and beautiful views. The property is also within walking distance of the town centre, making it convenient for guests.
Guests appreciated the spacious rooms and peaceful atmosphere. However, some found the property hot in the afternoons, with a lack of fans and blackout blinds, and mentioned that some furniture and beds were dated.
The property offers good amenities such as a rowing boat, secure garden, and well-equipped kitchen, but some guests noted maintenance issues, outdated décor, and a need for more comfortable outdoor seating.
Some guests were disappointed by the absence of a welcome pack, despite it being mentioned in booking information. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
A beautiful riverside setting and selection of inns nearby make this lovingly cared-for home a wonderful retreat.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" Smart TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Xbox 360, Open Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for open fire included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Large enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Grounds with patio, terrace and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. Large private mooring and small boat slip-way. No smoking. Please note: The property has a river frontage.. Riverside location. Commanding an imposing waterside position, Riverside House stands on the banks of the River Waveney, the gateway to the southern Broads, a short walk from the market square in the pretty town of Beccles on the Norfolk-Suffolk border. It is set in a street of mostly medieval and Georgian houses, each with their own architectural charm, and has a private, riverside terrace which overlooks the 16th-century church and bell tower where Lord Horatio Nelson’s parents were wed. A house for all seasons, you can sit round the roaring log fire in winter, or enjoy the west-facing private terrace and gardens in summer, watching magnificent sunsets over the fields. Fishermen will delight in fishing from the holiday property’s large pretty riverside garden and patio – a rowing dinghy and two buoyancy lifejackets are even provided for river trips or picnics. Walk to the centre of the charming market square to enjoy a drink at one of the many local inns and traditional country pubs or savour a leisurely meal at one of the restaurants. A range of independent delicatessens sell epicurean speciality local produce and there is even a Victorian sporting shop. Explore all the attractions that Norfolk and Suffolk have to offer including Southwold, 15 miles, with its seafront, pier and summer theatre, or Dunwich Heath and beach. There is also rspb Minsmere to visit, Aldeburgh with its fishing boats and local seafood, and Snape Maltings with its concert hall. Pleasurewood Hills theme park and Africa Alive are not to be missed, and children will love the treetop experience at Bewilderwood adventure park. Shops, pubs and restaurants 300 yards.
Please be aware customers must take glass and cans to the Tesco or Morrison supermarkets' recycling areas. Please see the Welcome Pack in the property for further information.
Gardener may visit midweek during your stay, you do not need to stay in the property whilst the gardener is in.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (10)
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Confirmed Guest
Enjoyed our holiday, The house is looking very tired and needs some TLC.No Welcome Pack as noted in the booking information. Plenty to do and see and a lovely very quiet position.
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Confirmed Guest
Could not fault the view and closeness to river, but sadly the overall cleanliness let it down as well as lack off up-to-date maintenance,stair carpets had Sharpe pieces sticking out and my son cut his foot on it I took caught my feet a number off times , TV and dvd player in bedroom didn't work and most things were covered in so much dust we had to clean them first ... Not what u want when on holiday ... Gengrel upkeep poor outside cottage furniture covered in bird poo all needed cleaning before we could use it , no spare cupboard for our food had to rearrange one just so we could put food away ,freezer draws were filthy with old food deposits we came home after 5 days as got fed up with cleaning and catching our feet on stairs IV been to many many cottages always perfect and clean this one let us down badly for what we paid not a great start to my 60th birthday celebrations. We had to go out and buy tea towels as not even one was provided shame as all it needs is good paint and good proper clean and things working as that should .
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Confirmed Guest
2nd visit , every bit as good as first.For us it ticks all the boxes.