Guests say
Dolphin Cottage in Southwold is a well-maintained and charming property with a prime location close to the beach and local amenities. Guests have praised its cleanliness, thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack, and the well-equipped kitchen. The garden is a delightful suntrap with bird feeders, adding to the cottage's character. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, but overall, the cottage provides a comfortable and homely stay.
The property is generally described as very clean and tidy. One guest mentioned dust in a bedroom, suggesting room for improvement, but this seems to be an isolated comment amidst overall positive feedback on cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for being close to the beach and local pubs, with many guests appreciating the convenience. The only drawback mentioned is parking, which requires a short walk, but this does not significantly detract from the overall excellent location.
The cottage is generally found to be comfortable with a homely feel. However, some guests found the bunk beds hard and unsuitable for adults, and there were comments about limited space in the main bedroom, which suggests that while comfort is high, there is room for improvement.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and updates in the kitchen and bathroom. However, there are several mentions of minor maintenance issues such as a leaking shower head, problematic blinds, and a dishwasher issue, indicating that while facilities are good, maintenance could be better attended to.
Guests have mentioned a nice welcome pack and generous equipment, which indicates thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a courtesy and not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
Settled into the seaside town of Southwold, Dolphin Cottage is a wonderful family getaway to the Suffolk coast. Painted grey and nestled into a row of colourful terraced cottages, be welcomed into this property and make yourself at home in the sitting room, with a selection of sofas and an ornamental fireplace, rest your feet and plan the day ahead of you with a cup of coffee. The kitchen offers ample amenities in a contemporary set up, so why not rustle up a heart-warming meal and enjoy it at the dining table, with French windows opening up onto the garden, or there is the option of alfresco dining in the courtyard. Freshen up in the ground-floor bathroom before snugging up for the night in one of the two bedrooms, a tasteful king-size with a window seat and en-suite and a bunk room with a mezzanine area housing a snug, perfect for curling up with a good book. Southwold is a fantastic coastal resort, with a bustling high street full of independent shops and tasty eateries, you will be spoilt for choice of where to visit first! The Denes beach is extensive and sandy, ideal for walks with your four-legged friend, and you can visit the historic Southwold Lighthouse and pier. For more walks, head over to Dunwich Forest and RSPB Minsmere where you will be able to enjoy the scenery and wildlife on offer. Indulge in the seaside of Suffolk with a stay at Dolphin Cottage.
Southwold is a seaside town situated along the East Suffolk coast within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and resting between Lowestoft and Ipswich. Southwold is known as the home of Adnams Brewery which was established in the town in 1872 and it also has its own lighthouse, a museum and a picturesque pier which has a selection of colourful beach huts and which plays host to the regular Southwold Model Yacht regatta. The town boasts a number of excellent restaurants and eateries with a particular nod to its seaside location so there is always plenty of seafood and fish on the menu. Southwold has some fantastic independent shops, boutiques, galleries and pubs which are great for a browse and to stock up on essentials for your holiday. Just outside Southwold there are a number of great attractions for the whole family including Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, rspb Minsmere and Dunwich Museum as well as scenic towns such as Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, Leiston and Lowestoft to visit.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x bunk with mezzanine to snug.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and low suite WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug
Gas heating.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge with freezer box, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, DVD player, Sony Multi Media player, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available on request.
Non-allocated on-road parking, subject to availability.
Enclosed courtyard garden with furniture.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Guests use fixed ladder to mezzanine at own risk.
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals
Reviews (21)
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Peter
A lovely place to spend a week or two in!
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Dave
Found the stairs challenging but however that's the quirkiness of the cottage Rest of the Cottage Superb Great location
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Susan
Plus the weeds. This is a real shame and its letting the property down for the premium fee paid in the summer months.