Dog Friendly Cottages in Suffolk Coastal District

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Judith - Verified booking

  The property was just as it looked in all the photos.

  It was easy to find and in a great place for exploring Orford itself, taking the boat over to Orford Ness (which I had booked in advance online to ensure we could go) and coastal walks. We didn't use our car for the first two days! The garden was a pleasant place to sit in the afternoon sunshine with a view of the Keep. The property itself was well laid out, contemporary in design, extremely well equipped especially in the kitchen area. The bed was very comfortable as well as the sofa. The TV was only able to show bbciplayer, prime and netflix as there is currently an issue with the freeview. We did also have only lukewarm water for the shower but the owner was helpful when I phoned her on the first day. The bath was fine, nice and long and relaxing. We had the best welcome pack we have ever had in a holiday cottage, thank you. We had breakfast at the bakery, a lunch at the Jolly Sailor (a bit chaotic garden table service!), an evening 'pub' food meal at the Kings Arms and a drink in the garden at the Crown and Castle. Would recommend the village stores too and we loved the honesty box newspaper hut near the village hall! A great choice all within walking distance. The property is set behind The Dunns which is owned by the same family. Would highly recommend staying at the Curious Oyster, you will not be disappointed.

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• Ralph - Verified booking

  The accommodation is clean, modern and 'Scandi' influenced.

  The main living area is well appointed with good quality fittings and welcome items provided. The Oyster's location is excellent, adjacent to the castle, next stop the Crown & Castle, then the newspapers in the foyer of the Town Hall, the General Store (great bread and selection of cheeses, etc.), King's Head and the Jolly Sailor - three recommended dog-friendly hostelries and venues. Some other places are not dog friendly but we did use the tearooms on the riverside and the smoke house shop. Maintenance - the enclosed garden's grass had not been cut for some time so clearing up was made a little harder (perhaps its being re-wilded?) and the conifer type hedge up the driveway was also unkempt to the extent it brushes the car as you use the drive when you get as close as you can to the on-site bungalow. The Curious Oyster sign at the end of the drive is also unkempt as its partially covered in ivy so look out for The Dunns sign and you're there, it's the same driveway. Would we go back - certainly, good accommodation, well sited, clean and the people we met seemed friendly.

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• Kate - Verified booking

  We had a great time at The Hollies.

  It was well equipped and the kids loved table tennis. The benches at the dining table were a little precarious for the kids (aged 9, 10 and 12) when they tried to pull them closer to the table. One in particular would rock forwards if not careful. A couple of normal chairs would be helpful for ease of use for those of us who are quite arthritic. The round handles on the doors were really tricky to grip and turn for my arthritis - not a complaint, just if we stay there again, I will take some sort of arthritis aid for opening such doors. I would love to see some extra drawer storage in the main bedroom as there were only 3 small drawers and then just hanging space in the wardrobes. Also, the beds are quite high, which is fine, except for the shorties amongst us, it’s a bit of an issue to sit and get socks on, so a chair in each bedroom would be really helpful. The location was great and peaceful. Lovely beaches nearby. Really enjoyed our stay and would consider returning in the future.

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• Nikki - Verified booking

  Absolute gorgeous bolt hole, with lovely Scandi styling.

  The welcome gifts were much appreciated and got our holiday off to a great start. We loved it. We did leave a note as the taps in the kitchen and bathroom sinks did drip significantly and loudly (probably noticed more because of the silence!) and the hoover performance was a bit patchy but those are niggles really and easily fixed. It’s such a fabulous spot and we loved it. Pinneys seafood, Pump Bakery bread and cakes, great pub food in The Kings Head, coffee and cakes in the cafes, fine dining at the dog-friendly table in the Crown and Castle, river trips round the Ness - we did it all. Also day trips to Aldeburgh and Sutton Hoo plus a look round Orford Castle which is literally on the doorstep. The grounds were great for walking the dog - he loved all the new smells! Appreciated that so many places were dog- friendly, including the Curious Oyster. We’ll be back!

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• David - Verified booking

  The charming and peaceful location is lovely but could not quite compensate for the fact that this pleasant house has seen too many visitors and now needs to upgrade some tired and rather grubby (it has to be said) floor coverings and soft furniture.

  Obviously, your publicity photos were taken a long time ago ! The patio furniture was comfortable but crammed onto a poor space which could do with a pressure wash and some attention to encroaching vegetation. The front large patio, ideal for al fresco dining, was devoid of any furniture at all which was a pity and equally needs a good scrub. Hot water was ‘on demand’ but our demands were often ignored, particularly at the bathroom wash basin and the shower controls were aging and rather ‘cranky’ . You’ll love the location but perhaps conclude, as we did, that it’s time some money was spent to upgrade the facilities as this cottage does not currently justify the premium price bracket that it’s in . Our hosts were friendly and approachable and in spite of the criticisms we enjoyed our stay not least because of the glorious September weather.

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