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Japonica Cottage

Wenhaston, near Halesworth, Suffolk
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Towels included
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Pretty, quaint cottage in a sleepy village is the perfect couple’s hideaway
  • Bright and welcoming dog-friendly home from home with plenty of space
  • Garden with a lawn and patio is ideal for enjoying the sunshine
Property code: OC-JAP

Whisk your loved one away for a delightful weekend at this cosy Suffolk cottage and take your beloved four-legged friend as well. Nestled within the tranquil village of Whenhaston, the inviting one-bedroom retreat makes a charming and romantic base right on the edge of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a lawned garden for your pet to race about in, while you relax in the sunshine, the cottage is 5.5 miles from the charming seaside village of Walberswick and 7 miles from colourful Southwold.

Let yourselves into the cottage, which has underfloor heating downstairs, and wander through to the kitchen/diner to unpack the fresh Suffolk provisions you have stocked up on at farm shops and rustle up a candle-lit dinner to enjoy together at the table. Afterwards, take a bottle of wine through to the lounge, where you can choose a book, play a game or find a good film on TV. There is also a WC downstairs. When you are ready to turn in for the night, climb the stairs up to the first floor to lay your heads in the king-size bedroom. There is also a family bathroom up here. Enjoy the garden to your hearts’ content. Dine out here on warm days and sip a glass of wine as the sun goes down. The garden has an access point and laundry room which is shared with a neighbouring cottage. Parking is on the street, subject to availability.

Follow riverside, marsh and heathland walks through the area of outstanding natural beauty. Shop and dine out in Southwold. The wonderful outdoor Theatre and restaurant Husk with its supper clubs are less than two miles away in nearby Thorington. The fabulous Next Loaf Baking School is on the doorstep in Wenhaston. Spend time in Dunwich, 5 miles away, and also on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. This quiet village, which was once a bustling medieval port that disappeared beneath the waves, has a lovely beach and picturesque heath.

  • 1 bedroom – 1 king-size
  • 1 bathroom – 1 with shower over the bath and WC, 1 WC
  • Electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, fridge with ice box
  • Underfloor electric heating on ground floor, electric storage heater in bedroom
  • TV with access to streaming services
  • Garden laid to grass with small patio area and bistro table and chairs
  • Unallocated on-street parking
  • Mobile signal is good
  • Shop 1 mile, pub 0.5 miles, beach 5 miles
  • Please note that the garden has a shared access point across the garden with the neighbouring property, and that a washing machine and tumble dryer are provided in a laundry room in the outbuilding in the garden of the next-door property
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Hannah Keeble

This property is personally managed by Hannah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kevin 26th April 2026

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Reviewed by Anne 29th March 2026

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Lovely cottage in good location to visit the surrounding areas. Enclosed garden for our dog was great. Well equipped and the bed was very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Jay 2nd March 2026

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If you are looking for a quiet base, I am sure this is an ideal getaway. So long as you are 6ft or less (Ceiling height downstairs is minimal) as well as challenging getting into and out of the shower. A lack of glass recycling is a problem for those who prefer to recycle where possible - you have to take your glass away with you.

Reviewed by Glenda 23rd February 2026

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This was a nice attractive cottage, but did not feel cosy. The lounge seating was more suited to a waiting room. Parking was a pain as there is not enough room outside as on a very busy farm lane.

Reviewed by Cja 30th January 2026

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Reviewed by Marion 7th December 2025

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Delightful place to stay

Reviewed by Lynne 27th October 2025

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Reviewed by Moira 21st September 2025

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Very comfortable cottage in a quiet and very friendly village. The secure garden was very helpful for our dog and there are many walks to do from the cottage. Great location for the beautiful Suffolk coast .

Reviewed by David 15th September 2025

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Thank you for the welcome pack, it is much appreciated. We enjoyed staying at the cottage and our dog enjoy the well kept garden. The cottage is well situated to all the places we wanted to visit, such as Southwold, Dunwich Heath and Jimmys farm & wildlife park. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you .

Reviewed by David 5th September 2025

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A very well presented property, every thing was spotlessly clean and of good quality. The welcome pack was gratefully received - the apple drink was lovely, Thank you

Reviewed by Steve 25th August 2025

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We had a super experience - cottage was perfect for us and our two dogs. Modern and functional inside and couldnt fault it. We would certainly look to return in the future.

Reviewed by H 7th July 2025

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The cottage is itself was fine. Shame about the gardens.

Reviewed by Kevin 29th June 2025

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Reviewed by Peter 22nd June 2025

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A very high standard of cleanliness is maintained.

Reviewed by Cynthia 27th May 2025

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A nice cottage. There are some steps to negotiate and a particularly deep one out of the bedroom. My husband and I are in our eighties and had to be quite careful.

Reviewed by Marion 2nd May 2025

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Delightful place to stay, garden needed attention.

Reviewed by Suzie 14th April 2025

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Cottage is excellently and thoughtfully modernised

Reviewed by Christopher 8th February 2025

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Good position for exploring the surrounding area with a good welcoming pub nearby

Reviewed by Gary 4th December 2024

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Thank you for the goodies left for us ,it is really nice to be able to come in and be able to have a hot drink and something to eat when you 1st arrive , much appreciated. Cottage was lovely and a nice location for visiting local places like Dunwich , Walberswick etc . The large garden will be good in the warmer lighter days in the year . Lovely stRead moreay , Thank you. :) Hide

Reviewed by Helena 17th November 2024

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Excellent cottage perfectly located to explore Suffolk. Lovely village with plenty if walks from tbe doorstep.

Reviewed by Joanne 5th November 2024

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Lovely stay in a nice village handy for coast , clean and practical for a couple and four legged friend , plenty of nice walks , trips out and local pub the star was a warm friendly welcome

Reviewed by Graham 16th October 2024

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The cottage is finished to a very high standard and has everything you need. The garden was perfect for our dog and a nice patio to sit on. This is our second visit.

Reviewed by Keith 16th September 2024

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A fabulously clean, comfortable and well appointed cottage. The bed is extremely comfortable and a good power shower. All the sheets, towels and soaps are excellent quality. Definitely the cleanest dog friendly cottage weve stayed in. The large garden is extremely secure with discreet wire fencing surrounding the whole of it. A great base for exploRead morering the Suffolk coast. There is also a pub at each end of the road, easily walkable, but will need a torch at night. We favoured The Queens Head, Blyford 0.7 miles. Great food and fantastic staff. The Star Inn didnt have a chef when we went, so no food. Parking is the only issue here. There is space for one car outside, but you will need to tuck it tight against the wall. However, there is a parking bay 25 meters further down the road. If you get a chance go to the Queens Head Inn at Bramfield. A 2.5 mile drive, but amazing. We will definitely book here again. Thankyou. Hide

Reviewed by Christine 12th September 2024

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Very pleased with the cottage. It was very clean and well equipped. Even had a welcome pack.

Reviewed by Dean 17th July 2024

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A quant lovely cottage really comfortable and homely, only a short walk to the local pub, the Star Inn also very pleasant.

Reviewed by Ian 1st July 2024

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This was our second stay at Japonica cottage and we shall certainly return - again and again.

Reviewed by K 18th June 2024

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We were very happy with the cottage overall and have booked again for next year. The actual cottage was excellent and the garden perfect for our two dogs to use, being very large and fully enclosed. In fact it was the best garden that they have ever had in a cottage. The location was perfect, with lots of very nice walks directly from the cottage, Read moreor within a short drive. Hide

Reviewed by Lynda 8th June 2024

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Reviewed by Brian 5th June 2024

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Lovely cottage on a quiet road in a village location with easy access to the coast.

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