The Reef

Customer rating

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

5 Customer Review(s)

Jackie
June 2026

“Loved it here, one of the nicest holiday rentals we have stayed in.”

Clean, comfortable and what a fabulous kitchen. Will definitely be booking again next year. Loved the area, fantastic beach 5 minutes away…. great for dogs

Clean, comfortable and what a fabulous kitchen. Will definitely be booking again next year. Loved the area, fantastic beach 5 minutes away…. great for dogs

- Jackie, June 2026
David May 2026

“The apartment was spotlessly clean & perfect for a stay, one of the best we’ve visited.”

Impressed by the games room & the hot tub facilities although we didn’t use them. The only slight issue was as the sun is up early now (& this is the sunrise coast), the blinds in the front bedroom don’t give a lot of shade.

- David, May 2026
Emma October 2025

“Lovely stay at the Reef .”

Beautiful place to stay would highly recommend

- Emma, October 2025
Barbara October 2025

“We couldn't fault Reef cottage, everything was beautifully clean, the bed comfortable, the kitchen was amazing.”

Only a short walk to the sea, tho there was quite a trek over grassland to reach the beach. As I am now disabled, the cottage being on one floor level was perfect, therefore appealing to people with disabilities. A suggestion to help with this would be to add grab rails in the shower/ bathroom & maybe next to the two steps down to the bedrooms & lounge. Not a complaint, but a suggestion. We had a lovely holiday, thank you. Barbara Dawes.

- Barbara, October 2025
Gary May 2025

“Overall the holiday apartment was 9/10.”

We had a lovely week & would not hesitate to return. Ross was really helpful when contacted.

- Gary, May 2025

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Summary

Ground-floor apartment
Two bedrooms with Smart TVs: 1 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Kitchen/diner with Smart TV
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Shared external games room
Gas central heating
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
5 x Smart TVs with Freeview, WiFi, pool table
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Shared garden with barbecue area
Two communal Hot Tubs shared between 5 properties
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.1 miles
Note: A few steps in the hallway, please take care
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals

The property

The Reef is a charming ground-floor apartment perched in the historic village of Kessingland in Suffolk. Offering a hot tub, woodburning stove, and a warm welcome for two furry friends, this base is perfect for couples or small families looking to explore the stunning Suffolk coastline. The kitchen/diner is a welcoming space, complete with a Smart TV, breakfast seating, and a dining table where you can enjoy scrumptious foods together. Curl up on the large corner sofa in the sitting room, where a crackling woodburning stove creates a relaxing atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Suffolk. The two well-appointed bedrooms, one double and one twin (zip/link), both feature Smart TVs for your entertainment and provide ample space to drift off into a refreshing night's embrace. The wonderfully-presented bathroom boasts a bath and a separate large walk-in shower, allowing you to rinse away the day's adventures in style. Outside, guests can enjoy a shared external games room with a Smart TV and pool table, perfect for some friendly competition. The garden is a perfect retreat, featuring a hot tub and barbecue area where you can unwind and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings. Whatever the weather, choose to stay at The Reef. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1171873, 1171883, 1171884, and 1171888, sleeping together up to 20 guests.

Kessingland Coastal Retreats

Kessingland Coastal Retreats are a wonderful group of seaside cottages resting in the historic village of Kessingland in Suffolk. Each retreat boasts a Smart TV, hot tubs, and a warm welcome for two furry friends, making them the perfect haven for families and large groups of friends. Being well-positioned only a short walk to a beach, these are an ideal base for exploring the beautiful coasts of Suffolk. Discover a variety of attractions right on your doorstep, from a local fish and chip shop for a quintessential seaside meal, to a pub and restaurant for a relaxing evening out, as well as a convenience store for all your essentials. For a day of family fun, head to Africa Alive and meet a range of fascinating wildlife, or venture into Lowestoft, where you can enjoy entertainment at the Marina Theatre, shop at North Quay Retail Park, and have a thrilling day at Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park. Nature enthusiasts will love Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, while BeWILDerwood Norfolk offers an exciting adventure of woodlands, treetop ropes, and zip lines for all ages. Discover the historic sights of Norwich with its vibrant culture and architecture, or explore the scenic beauty of Benacre National Nature Reserve and the Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape. Don't forget to visit the fun-filled Southwold Maize Maze for a unique challenge. Kessingland Coastal Retreats - a charming collection of coastal holiday homes, where sea breezes, sandy shores, and unforgettable escapes await.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

KESSINGLAND

Lowestoft 6 miles; Southwold 8.5 miles.

The quiet Suffolk coastal village of Kessingland is nestled between Southwold and Lowestoft, on the 'Sunrise Coast' a region of Suffolk enjoying 27 miles of award-winning beaches and part of the Suffolk Heritage Coastline, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering unspoilt beaches, beautiful heath lands and a wealth of nature reserves, including NT Dunwich Heath and RSPB Minsmere, along with pretty southern Broadland market towns. Kessingland enjoys good beach fishing and local amenities include pubs, restaurants, shops, a tea room, children's park and the award-winning attraction Africa Alive. Nearby Lowestoft has two piers, an active harbour with a marina and berthing for larger ships, a golden sandy beach with attractions which include scuba diving, snorkelling, kite surfing and jet skiing, and a cinema and a theatre. Yarmouth offers lots of family fun with traditional seaside entertainments. The local surrounding area has a great wealth of places to visit with something to please every family member on a beach-side holiday.

Note: Two communal Hot Tubs shared between 5 properties
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals

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Kessingland, Suffolk (Ref. 1171881)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Loved it here, one of the nicest holiday rentals we have stayed in.”

“The apartment was spotlessly clean & perfect for a stay, one of the best we’ve visited.”

“Lovely stay at the Reef .”

“We couldn't fault Reef cottage, everything was beautifully clean, the bed comfortable, the kitchen was amazing.”