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1 Queen Street

Southwold, Suffolk
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A traditional, characterful and elegant holiday home in the heart of beautiful Southwold
  • A table tennis table for some competitive family fun
  • Make the most of the beach from the included traditional beach hut
Overview
Property code: OC-1QS

1 Queen Street is the former home of the celebrated detective novelist P.D. James in which she wrote a number of her most famous works. This period property is in the heart of Southwold. Sleeping six guests and two furry companions, the townhouse is ideal for family gatherings and getaways with friends. You’ll be perfectly positioned to explore the town’s top attractions, such as the Pier and Lighthouse (both within 0.5 miles), as well as Suffolk’s finest woof-friendly beaches. In the evenings, enjoy quality time with loved ones, playing table tennis or dining under the stars.

The elegant Grade II-listed townhouse is decorated in calming tones and is dotted with original features. Hang up the dog leads in the entrance hall and stop off for a game of table tennis, before heading upstairs to the lounge. This bright and airy space has sumptuous sofas to sink into after a dog walk, and characterful beams on the ceiling. The large kitchen/diner has ample space for the dog beds, and a round table for enjoying mealtimes together. There is a double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom on this floor. There is a third bathroom on the second floor with bath. Two further bedrooms and a shower room are located on the ground floor. The shared courtyard is a lovely spot for the hounds to doze in the sunshine, whilst you sip a wine or tuck into an al fresco meal.

The delightful beach hut, 'Roaring Buoys' is a wonderful addition to this property.  Situated on The Parade in Southwold just down the steps from the Reading Rooms and near to the popular Lord Nelson. This prime position is perfect for enjoying the beach and includes plenty of equipment for an enjoyable day by the seaside such as windbreaks, buckets and spades, table and chairs and other seating. Picture the sun beaming down, building sandcastles and paddling in the sea and returning to your own beach hut for a warming drink - the perfect day by the seaside! Roaring Boys is located next to Suzie's cafe therefore beverages for all the family are right on your doorstop - you'll struggle to resist the aroma of Suzie's bacon rolls each morning! 

Southwold is a quintessentially British seaside town, with beach huts lining the promenade and a traditional pier, which woofers on leads are welcome to visit. The town’s main beach has a seasonal restriction, but along the coast is a shingle beach that welcomes pups all year (0.5 miles). Alternatively, along the coast, is the stunning Covehithe Beach (5 miles), which is also paw friendly all year. Reached via a footpath, the quiet, sandy beach is the perfect place to switch off and relax.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 1 twin
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC and further bathroom with bath, WC and washbasin
  • Electric oven and hob, Aga-style oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher
  • Washing machine and tumble dryer in hallway
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • TV, table tennis table
  • Shared courtyard with garden furniture (shared with adjoining property)
  • Free car park at the end of the road
  • Pub and shop 100 metres
  • Beach 250 metres
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the second floor
  • Please note that the fire doors are heavily sprung please take care
  • 'Roaring Buoys' beach hut.  Please note that there is no cooker or running water.
  • This property can be booked alongside another property that sleeps a further 2 guests. Please contact us for details
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Hunt

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 30th December 2025

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Reviewed by Sally 1st November 2025

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Atmospheric periodic property but has damp issues in the double ground floor bedroom, which we couldnt use due to being asthmatic Beach hut was a bonus

Reviewed by Claire 12th September 2025

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Reviewed by Shelagh 17th August 2025

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Reviewed by Helen 29th June 2025

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Reviewed by Melanie 3rd January 2025

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This is a very interesting and historic property in the high street of Southwold. We stayed here as a family for Christmas. The living space is really great, comfortable sofas and plenty of space to lounge around. A big kitchen (though I didn't really get the hang of the Aga!) and a very large dining table. Plenty of crockery and cutlery for a largRead moree family. The beach hut that came with this was a bonus - we spent a little while hanging out there on Boxing day. Being next to the cafe meant plenty of hot drinks! Hide

Reviewed by Mike 10th November 2024

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We have stayed here several times and enjoyed its old world comfort. However some of the defects are mounting which offset the charm of this older property. Since staying in 2023 fire doors have been fitted which are very hard to open. In particular the ones fitted to the narrow doors leading to the twin bedded room on the ground floor are nearly iRead morempossible and would be a hazard if the room was used by children. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 27th September 2024

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This was the worst holiday cottage we have ever rented in 30 years. The house is dirty, from the cobweb and resident spider on the right as you enter the rear door, to the cobwebs and dust in bedrooms and a spider suspended from the ceiling in one of the bedrooms. The windows and surrounds have not been cleaned in years and the front door and whiRead morete surrounds makes the building look as it has been abandoned. The internal doors are highly sprung and it was not possible to keep them open. A sure health and safety hazard if small hands were to be trapped. I myself have returned home with bruises on both arms when the doors have closed heavily on me after opening, and then springing shut. The doors into the twin bed room are almost impossible to open, they are so tightly sprung. The whole house smelt damp and musty and this was compounded by the inability to open any of the widows. They all appear to be locked, and when you pull down the secondary glazing panes the cobwebs and dust behind have been there for a very long period. Having scented plugs in some sockets does not help and in the downstairs bedroom there is a dehumidifier that was left running indicating some sort of problem with damp/mould but no note to indicate what. Hide

Reviewed by Gary 27th August 2024

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A bit quirky but certainly a good place for a holiday excellently located for the town and beach. The beach hut was a real bonus.

Reviewed by Heather A Clare 10th August 2024

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The 17th century listed property was charming and quirky on three floors. The drawing room was full of character and very comfortable with a huge telly, the spacious kitchen was well equipped with a large table, the table tennis table on the ground floor was much fun where many a competitive match was held. Having said that, we have fed back to theRead more owners several areas that need improvement and subject to that we might consider staying there again or recommending the property to friends and family. Hide

Reviewed by Kerry Anne 9th July 2024

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Reviewed by Jennifer 30th June 2024

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.