Milk Bottle Cottage
5 guests
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3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
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Once part of a working dairy, this Grade II-listed cottage is now the perfect jumping-off point for exploring Southwold and the Suffolk coast. Boasting original brick floors and 19th-century character, every inch of this home is as warm and cosy as you'd expect. Snuggle up for a film night in the living area, where squishy leather sofas and shelves brimming with well-thumbed books invite you to kick back and relax. The dining table, meanwhile, was made for big family dinners and the charming window seat is an excellent spot for afternoon tea. When the sun is shining, open the French doors and relax in the south-facing garden, which provides a grassy patch for lawn games, tables and chairs for alfresco dining and a barbecue for summer evenings. And, if you need to check in with the office, a separate snug is the ideal place to work from home. Nestled in the Southwold South Green area, you're only a three-minute walk from the sprawling beach, where dips in the North Sea and sunbathing on the shore are a given. After a stroll along the seafront promenade, pick up supplies from independent butchers, delis and bakeries on the high street – just a... short stroll away – followed by a tasting tour at Adnams Brewery, five minutes on foot.
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What to expect
Highlights

Wander over the sprawling beach, just three minutes on foot, and take a dip in the sea

Stay in a Grade II-listed former dairy right in the heart of Southwold

Curl up with an engrossing book in the charming window seat

While away summer evenings in the south-facing garden, the perfect spot for tipples as the sun goes down

Start the day with a hearty breakfast around the sun-drenched dining table

Set up your remote office in the separate snug and get down to business
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Home truths
A cot and high chair can be provided on request, but you'll need to bring your own cot linen
All the bedrooms are set on the first floor and there are various steps throughout, so this may not be a good option for those with limited mobility
The fireplace is purely decorative
There's an on-site shed for storing bikes if you're keen to cycle
You can get around Southwold pretty easily on foot, but we suggest bringing a car if you want to explore further afield – you can park for free on the street
About this stay
Amenities
Desk / workplace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Garden
Balcony
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
Local guide
About Southwold
Visiting Southwold as a child is an experience you’ll never forget, and you’re unlikely to as an adult either. The pier, with its traditional pavilion, might look like any other late-Victorian pier from the outside, but it’s a must-visit in this seaside town. What makes Southwold Pier different is its arcade of humorous, quirky, coin-operated machines. Created by the inventor Tim Hunkin, they feature a range of eccentric – and...
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Explore Southwold Pier
A delightful and quaintly British pier offering a mix of local food, quirky fun, and stunning coastal views. Enjoy ice-cream parlours, gift shops, and a dog-friendly atmosphere. A must-visit for a charming seaside experience in Southwold.
Get around
Airport
Norwich
1 hr 6 min
London Stansted
2 hr 22 min
London Southend
2 hr 11 min
Train station
Halesworth (HAS)
19 min
Bus stop
Kings Head
9 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
5 min
Cafe
7 min
Pharmacy
4 min
Points of interest
Beach
beachhutsouthwold.co.uk
4 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 9:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Anne-Marie
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Anne-Marie and her team look after an impressive collection of Suffolk holiday cottages and homes. They go to great lengths to ensure guests have a seamless stay in this picturesque corner of England.
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