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Apple Cottage

Southwold, Suffolk
Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Exquisite, 200-year-old, Suffolk cottage nestled close to the centre of Southwold
  • Swedish wood burner for basking beside on autumn and winter evenings
  • Pretty, lawned garden for soaking up the sunshine on fine days

Property code: OC-APCO

Found in the heart of Southwold, this romantic, cosy cottage offers the perfect place to stay in coastal Suffolk. Sleeping three guests in two restful bedrooms, this gorgeously renovated 200-year-old property boasts unique charm and individual style. It has everything you could possibly need to relax and unwind, including a crackling wood burner, an indulgent roll-top bath, and a tranquil and tucked away south-facing walled garden filled with flowers and perfect to escape and relax.

Open the door to an open-plan living space with comfortable seating arranged around a Swedish wood burner, creating a cosy atmosphere on chillier days. The kitchen area has everything you need to comfortably prepare home-cooked meals with ease, which you can serve up at the dining table. There is also a family shower room on the ground floor. Upstairs, are two bedrooms; a king-size, and a double with an en-suite bathroom offering a stunning roll-top bath. Step outside and cross the shared courtyard to find your own private walled garden, surrounded by nature and drenched in the warm Suffolk sunshine – the perfect spot for al fresco dining.

Stroll along Southwold's main street boasting plenty of individual shops and eateries. Within half a mile is a beautiful, sandy beach, backed by a row of pastel-coloured beach huts. The iconic pier is the same distance, with a range of restaurants and traditional attractions. Explore further and take a journey to the quay where you can sample freshly caught seafood and try your hand at crabbing, or venture to Walberswick on the rowing boat ferry.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 double
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 downstairs family shower room with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom upstairs with roll-top bath and WC
  • Oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge freezer,  dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner - Logs and kindling provided - Oct - April only
  • Smart TV with freeview and DAB radio
  • South West secluded walled garden with lawn and garden furniture
  • On-street parking
  • Property is decorated for Christmas 
  • Shop and pub 350 metres, beach 0.5 miles
  • Please note: Not suitable for people with mobility issues due to steep stairs.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tracy Marriott

This property is personally managed by Tracy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Gill 23rd October 2025

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A very disappointing cottage. On arrival the key pad did not work. It took sometime to obtain a key and 2 days to obtain a second key (from agency). Locks on front and back doors stiff. No on street parking outside cottage. Available parking space in adjacent road was some distance away. Cottage has a very unpleasant smell of drains. We found AppleRead more Cottage small and cramped. Upstairs bathroom only accessible through 2nd bedroom. We found downstairs furniture shabby, uncomfortable and cramped. We found the sofas, cushions and rush matting grubby. The matting arrangement provided trip hazards. Log burner had been turned into a decorative feature. No logs or firelighters. Central heating was controlled remotely as were towel rails, which did not work. TV relatively small with only freeview. The bed in the second bedroom was pushed against the wall and access to the wardrobe was narrow. We would never choose to stay at Apple Cottage again. Response from Holiday Cottages - thank you for your feedback however it clearly states there is no private parking on the website and the description states it is a very small cottage for only 3 people. The log burner is useable and the furniture and equipment is of very good quality. Hide

Reviewed by Annette 1st October 2025

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Would not recommend if you are elderly or disabled in any way. The cottage was very cramped with oversized and uncomfortable furniture. Lots of trip hazards as uneven flooring with multiple rugs and a very musty smell. The stairs are steep and twisty. The TV was 22 with basic freeview programmes. The garden was remote from the house with 3 steps upRead more to it. Garden chairs were uncomfortable and needed attention as did the garden. The shower downstairs was good and the front bedroom had a comfortable bed. No detail which was specific to the property was available. No one told us the entry code had changed and the owner wasnt available to talk to. Luckily the agent was still open at 6pm when we arrived after a very long journey from Scotland by rail then car. Response from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your review. The description clearly states it is a 200 year old cottage that is small but perfectly formed. The cottage is not suitable for those with mobility issues due to steep stairs. Hide

Reviewed by Frances 23rd August 2025

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A lovely cottage really comfy great location

Reviewed by Clare 25th July 2025

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The cottage is beautiful. Very well provided for and beautifully clean. It is not an easy property for anyone with any disability as the sitting room seating is all low and the sides of the bath very high. This is not being critical but these things would be difficult for anyone with mild disability to navigate.

Reviewed by Nyree 23rd July 2025

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Comfortable.& clean..Nicely decorated & furnished. Convenient location for town centre & promenade.Enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

Reviewed by Penny 6th July 2025

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Charming cottage fantastic location . Nice to be able to walk to the beach without taking the car

Reviewed by Rhian 27th June 2025

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Reviewed by Caroline 29th April 2025

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Great location for the town centre and beach, property is quite snug even for two reasonably small adults.

Reviewed by Kevin 3rd August 2024

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Reviewed by J N 16th July 2024

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Reviewed by Stephen 2nd July 2024

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Apple Cottage is a lovely base for a stay in Southwold. The cottage is clean, tidy and well appointed and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We certainly recommend it.

Reviewed by Joseph 26th June 2024

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Clean and comfortable

Reviewed by Jane 29th May 2024

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Suffolk Secrets 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.