Guests say
Elkhorn is a well-received holiday cottage in Southwold, Suffolk, praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and comfort. It is well-equipped for large groups and ideally situated for local exploration. The property boasts comfortable beds, lovely linen, and multiple lounges to cater to different guest needs. While some minor suggestions for improvements are noted, guests have enjoyed their stays and would consider rebooking, indicating a positive overall experience.
Guests have highlighted the property as 'lovely and clean', suggesting a high standard of cleanliness throughout the cottage.
While the property is described as 'ideally situated', there are no specific details on the location's attributes, such as proximity to attractions or amenities, to accurately score this category.
The property is consistently described as comfortable, with special mentions of 'comfortable beds', 'lovely bed linen', and 'warm' living spaces, indicating a high level of comfort for guests.
The house is noted as 'well equipped' and 'very well equipped', but there are minor quibbles about the shower room needing updating and the cooker's suitability for a full house, suggesting room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
There are no mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so it is not possible to score this category. However, guests should note that while such gestures are appreciated, they are not guaranteed.
About this property
Occupying a superb setting near the center of the bustling town of Southwold in Suffolk, Elkhorn is the perfect destination for a family get-together or a gathering of family and friends. The house boasts a wealth of beautiful features and has been tastefully furnished to create a truly inspiring holiday home. There is so much space here that there is always somewhere to get away from it all. The open-plan kitchen/diner is stunning with a stylish fully fitted kitchen forming the heart of the home together with a separate extensive dining room. Choose from a relaxing ground floor snug or the sociable first-floor sitting room. Both have ample seating and offer a welcoming space to either get together and socialise or to get away from each other and chill out. The enclosed courtyard provides a much-needed outside space to enjoy the Suffolk sunshine and indulge in some drinking and dining alfresco. When bedtime calls, there is a bedroom to suit everyone, with a king size, two double-sizes, a twin and a bunk room; all are beautifully presented and especially inviting. There is nowhere nicer to lay your weary head at night or to wake up in the morning feeling refreshed and raring to go. The location of Elkhorn is just perfect being close to the beach and amenities of the town of Southwold. Spend awhile in Southwold checking out the beach, the pier and the lighthouse or go beach hut spotting and enjoy a tour of the famous Adnams Brewery. A little further afield find attractions such as Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens, Halesworth Museum, Framlingham Castle and RSPB Minsmere. Meander along the coast to seaside towns such as Thorpeness, Walberswick and Aldeburgh, which all offer a delightful outing and sample the best fish and chips anywhere! Get at one with nature with a visit to Orford Ness Nature Reserve and take a stroll anywhere within Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For the ultimate holiday destination in the heart of Southwold, book a trip to Elkhorn.
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.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with bath with over-head shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double with jack and jill shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 double, 1 twin and 1 bunk room, 1 shower room.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Two sitting rooms
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
2 x TVs, Bluetooth speaker, Dam/FM radio, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Unallocated roadside parking.
Patio, patio furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: This property is unable to accept arrivals on a Sunday.
Note: This property only accepts bookings at a minimum of 3 nights
Reviews (6)
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Ken
Disabled access at the front door would be helpful. I found it very difficult getting my mobility scooter into the front hallway to charge its battery and keep it safe and out of the rain.
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Sue
Comfortable beds and lovely bed linen. Great choice and Iâm sure we will be back.
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Barry
Perfect for families. The two lounges were brilliant for separating the football fans watching tv from the more cerebral / sedentary crew.