Perfect for a party of four and their canine plus-one, this former fisherman’s cottage – close to both the beach and bustling town centre – has a secluded courtyard for tranquil down-time.
Enjoy a coastal catch-up with nearest and dearest at this attractive terraced cottage. Like the town itself, the property is both cheerful and welcoming; step into its cosy living room and you’re greeted by an ornamental fireplace and choice of comfortable seating. Move through to the compact kitchen and you’ll find a dining table and all the essentials for effortless self-catering, plus a door into the courtyard garden. Like most similar period properties, the bathroom is on the ground floor here, while a cottage-style flight of stairs leads to two bedrooms: a fresh and airy double with hints of a coastal theme and its own sink, and a pretty twin bedroom. The seafront promenade is less than 100m from your doorstep, but you can enjoy the sea air and sound of seagulls from the private courtyard garden at the rear of the property. Fully fenced, furnished and south-facing, it gets the sun for much of the day – a lovely spot for morning coffee, afternoon tea and sundowners!
Easily explored on foot, family- and pet-friendly Southwold has something for everyone: a sand and shingle beach edged by colourful huts, a busy working harbour, an iconic pier and bustling streets lined with fashionable boutiques, bars, restaurants and galleries. Walberswick, on the opposite bank of the River Blyth, brims with character – it’s an 8-mile cross-country drive but just a few minutes via the historic foot ferry from the Blackshore. Alternatively, discover the gateway to the Broads National Park with a trip to Oulton Broad (16 miles); nearby Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve (13.5 miles) is dog friendly and has a fabulous café and children’s play area.