Guests say
Harriet's Cottage in Southwold is a well-regarded property, praised for its comfortable furnishings, charming patio, and excellent location close to the seafront and town. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere, clean and tidy spaces, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. Some issues with maintenance and cleanliness have been noted, but overall, the cottage offers a pleasant stay.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, but there were concerns about cleanliness and a rodent issue mentioned by one reviewer. This suggests that while generally satisfactory, there is room for improvement in this area.
The location is consistently praised for being ideal, with easy access to the seafront and town. It is described as a quiet and perfect setting, contributing to a positive experience.
The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, with a quality mattress and bedding. However, the bunk beds may not be suitable for older children, indicating that while comfort is high, it may not cater to all family sizes.
Facilities are generally appreciated, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and power shower. However, there are reports of issues with the dishwasher, taps, and shower drainage, indicating that maintenance could be better.
While guests have mentioned a welcome pack, which indicates thoughtfulness, there is not enough information to fully assess this category across all reviews. It should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and not guaranteed.
About this property
Enjoying a superb position close to the beach in Southwold, Suffolk, Harriet’s Cottage is a great destination for a family holiday. The open-plan living space offers a really inviting area which is perfect for the family to gather together and enjoy each other’s company with the small but perfectly formed kitchen the ideal space for rustling up wholesome food for the whole family and the adjoining separate dining area allows the family to enjoy meals together. Should the weather allow it, then there is a pretty courtyard garden complete with patio furniture which is ideal for drinking, dining and hanging out alfresco. Within a short walk of the cottage is the delightful seaside town of Southwold which has a beach, a great range of shops and amenities and a selection of iconic brightly coloured beach huts, so is well worth a day out. Close by are the delightful towns of Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and Walberswick which are all picture postcard attractive and should definitely be on the must-visit list. Family attractions to pay a visit to include Framlingham Castle, Sutton Hoo, RSPB Minsmere, Somerleyton Hall and Africa Alive Zoological Reserve. If you like a tipple then take a tour of places such as Adnams Brewery, Shawsgate Vineyard and the English Whiskey Company or head out for a hike or cycle ride anywhere in the Suffolk Coast and Heaths which has been designated as an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty, so will be rewarded with some great photo opportunities on the way. Harriet’s Cottage offers a delightful holiday cottage for the whole family to enjoy.
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 double, 1 x children’s bunk beds.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Central heating.
Electric oven, grill and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
TV with FreeSat, iPod docking station, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available on request.
Unallocated roadside parking.
Courtyard garden, patio furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers.
Note: The second bedroom is only suitable for children.
Note: In-keeping with the age of the cottage the stairs are steep so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: This property can be booked with neighbouring 28 South Green (Ref 1116915), together sleeping 12 guests.
Reviews (9)
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Steve
Loved all the furniture too. Where does it come from Iâd love to know? The crisps and drinks on arrival were very welcome Shower was excellent Would love to come back next year for the Latitude weekend July 24 to 27th Are you booked yet? If not please could we have a quote?
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Penelope
It was fabulous fantastic setting we have been coming to southwold for years and have walked past that road many times a secret escape thank u so much I ment to say one glass was cracked in cupboard we left it on side , hope that ok thank u
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Ian
Pretty little sun trap of a garden. Close to beach - could hear the waves lapping. We would defo rebook