Dolphin Cottage, Southwold

4.3★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Bev
September 2023

“Lovely layout of the cottage, well thought out, lots of character.”

Great fold out doors onto the sunny courtyard garden. Situated right in the centre of town, straight out of the door and a stone's throw away from the beach. Only 30 minutes parking outside, but enough to load/unload and then free parking for the week was not far away. Dog loved it too!

Great fold out doors onto the sunny courtyard garden. Situated right in the centre of town, straight out of the door and a stone's throw away from the beach. Only 30 minutes parking outside, but enough to load/unload and then free parking for the week was not far away. Dog loved it too!

- Bev, September 2023
Becky September 2023

“Lovely cottage and location.”

Perfect for a short stay. The cottage felt very homely and the kitchen was well equipped. Others had left behind washing up liquid and soap in the bathrooms, but we took our own anyway. The only issue was with parking, we had to park half a mile away and getting everything to the cottage was hard work and when we went out of Southwold finding a space when we got back took time. Southwold beach is beautiful and the sunrise was worth the early start!

- Becky, September 2023
Phil July 2023

“Another wonderful week at Dolphin.”

The cottage has had some great updates in the kitchen and bathroom which gave it a fresh feel. The garden was lovely - it’s the first time we have been in the summer and hadn’t realised the garden got sun all day. We loved the fact there were bird feeders and food provided - it was lovely to top them up each day then sit and watch the birds. The kitchen is really well equipped and comes with a generous supply of cleaning products as well as a lovely welcoming bottle of wine and cookies! A great cottage in a wonderful location.

- Phil, July 2023
Andrea June 2023

“Lovely cottage had a great week Very petty I know but having spent £1000 on rental you provide 1 toilet roll for the week !”

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- Andrea, June 2023

We are very happy to hear that you loved you holiday at Dolphin Cottage, and thank you for rating it so highly for comfort! We will flag the toilet rolls with the housekeeper to ensure more are left for our guests. Best of Suffolk are always on hand to help during your stay should you need anything, and Dolphin Cottage is a few steps away from Southwolds main shops if you require any extras. Property Owner
Judith June 2023

“Dolphin Cottage was well maintained, very clean, and in a great location 60yds from beach, 40 yds from pub.”

It had everything we required and a bit more. The only criticism was the bunk beds were very hard and really unsuitable for an adult. However would definitely recommend

- Judith, June 2023

We appreciate you taking the time to leave this kind feedback, and it is always good to know how much our guests have loved their holidays at Dolphin Cottage. Alot of care has gone into ensuring the property is well maintained, as well as being in the perfect location to enjoy Southwold and the sandy beaches, and hope we are welcoming you back again soon! Property Owner
Luke May 2023

“Nice welcoming pack, generously equipped and carefully furnished.”

Would have liked a guide to help with how things worked but we are resourceful (eg wi-fi password found on back of router). Position of bins is a bit of a nightmare. Fortunately, I have a reputation for being incredibly skinny. Thanks to the accommodation we had a fantastic reunion with our children and grandchildren, who also rented houses in the area.

- Luke, May 2023

Thank you for this lovely review. It is wonderful to hear how much you and your family enjoyed both staying at Dolphin Cottage and having a family reunion in Southwold! We hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner
Derek February 2023

“Enjoyed are short stay.”

But the shower head in the ground floor bathroom is leaking along with the kitchen tap.

- Derek, February 2023

We appreciate your feedback and very pleased to know that you enjoyed your short break by the sea at Dolphin Cottage! We have since had a plumber attend and the shower head and kitchen tap have been repaired. Thank you for raising this so we could get it sorted. Property Owner
Trevor Jan 2023

“Another great week in Southwold with lots of friends.”

Fab house with all we needed and right next to the beach - perfect.

- Trevor, Jan 2023
Harold Jan 2023

“I can't say how fab this place is.”

I always absolutely love my stay here, a complete reset! Highly recommend a dip in the sea.

- Harold, Jan 2023
Gary November 2022

“Well equipped property, very clean and tidy.”

We did have a minor issue with the dishwasher on the last evening, as the quick wash didn’t seem to run the programme.

- Gary, November 2022

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at Dolphin Cottage, and that everything was very clean and comfortable for you. We appreciate you flagging the issue with the dishwasher with us, and can assure you that we have had an engineer attend and the dishwasher is back up running and fully functional. We hope to welcome you back to Dolphin Cottage again soon. Property Owner

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x bunk with mezzanine to snug
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and low suite WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room
Snug
Gas heating
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge with freezer box, washing machine, dishwasher
TV, DVD player, Sony Multi Media player, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot available on request
Non-allocated on-road parking, subject to availability
Enclosed courtyard garden with furniture
Two well behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Note: Guests use fixed ladder to mezzanine at own risk
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals

The property

Dolphin Cottage is a quintessential family seaside holiday home in the heart of Southwold, and a just a stones throw from the gorgeous sandy beaches and the vibrant high street. This pet-friendly property has two comfortable sized bedrooms with a secret hide-away mezzanine in the childrens bunk room, a sitting room, galley kitchen, two bathrooms and a dining area that overlooks the idyllic courtyard garden with large bi-fold doors. Perfect for alfresco dining or enjoying your morning coffee while listening to the sea. Sitting Room Entering off East Street into this beautifully light, south-facing room with two 2 seater sofas, coffee table, rug, and flat-screen Panasonic TV with DVD Player. A door opens to narrow and steep stairs which leads to the first floor. The wooden floor leads you through to the galley kitchen and dining room, with natural light flooding in through the large bi-fold doors. Kitchen This warm galley kitchen has a range of painted wall and base units, providing plenty of storage with traditional woodwork surfaces. It is well equipped with appliances including a 4 ring electric hob/single oven with overhead extractor hood, dishwasher, washing machine, and under-counter fridge with freezer box. There is also a Nespresso coffee machine as well as a kettle, microwave and toaster. In an open-plan setting nestled between the living room and dining room, it the perfect place to prepare your meals and drinks, while still being able to be a part of any fun family activities. Dining Room A beautiful space overlooking the idyllic courtyard garden and features a dining table with 4 chairs, 2 comfortable armchairs, and Sony Multi-Media Player with Bluetooth connectivity. Bring outside inside with the stunning large bi-fold floors opening up to the private enclosed garden. Family Bathroom Boasting a panel bath with shower head attachment, low suite W.C, pedestal wash basin with tiled splashbacks, heated towel rail, and tiled flooring. First Floor Steep carpeted stairs take you up to the first floor, with a small landing area leading off to the king bedroom and en-suite, and bunk bedroom with mezzanine level. Bedroom One This comfortable master bedroom is positioned towards the back of the house and features a window and window seat overlooking the rear garden, a king-sized bed with side tables and lamps and a fitted wardrobe cupboard. En-suite Shower Room A convenient upstairs en-suite with a shower cubicle with overhead shower, low suite W.C, washbasin with mixer taps, and heated towel rail. Bedroom Two This is a comfortable sized bunk bedroom, with a chest of drawers for storage. A steep ladder leads you up the hidden mezzanine level, ideal to escape to with a good book, or the perfect spot during a game of hide and seek. Outside - Dolphin Cottages large bi-fold doors lead directly to a landscaped courtyard garden at the rear of the property. With steps leading up to a raised sun terrace with garden furniture and BBQ. The rest of the garden is interspersed with a variety of attractive flower and shrub borders, creating a beautifully calming space to relax. A gate at the foot of the garden provides guest access back on to East Street.

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

SOUTHWOLD

Lowestoft 13.4 miles; Ipswich 35.1 miles

Southwold is a seaside town situated along the East Suffolk coast within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and resting between Lowestoft and Ipswich. Southwold is known as the home of Adnams Brewery which was established in the town in 1872 and it also has its own lighthouse, a museum and a picturesque pier which has a selection of colourful beach huts and which plays host to the regular Southwold Model Yacht regatta. The town boasts a number of excellent restaurants and eateries with a particular nod to its seaside location so there is always plenty of seafood and fish on the menu. Southwold has some fantastic independent shops, boutiques, galleries and pubs which are great for a browse and to stock up on essentials for your holiday. Just outside Southwold there are a number of great attractions for the whole family including Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich Museum as well as scenic towns such as Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, Leiston and Lowestoft to visit.

Note: If you wish to bring a dog it must be mentioned at the time of booking.
Note: Guests use fixed ladder to mezzanine at own risk.
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers permitted at the property.
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely layout of the cottage, well thought out, lots of character.”

“Lovely cottage and location.”

“Another wonderful week at Dolphin.”

“Lovely cottage had a great week Very petty I know but having spent £1000 on rental you provide 1 toilet roll for the week !”

“Dolphin Cottage was well maintained, very clean, and in a great location 60yds from beach, 40 yds from pub.”

“Nice welcoming pack, generously equipped and carefully furnished.”

“Enjoyed are short stay.”

“Another great week in Southwold with lots of friends.”