Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the spacious, well-presented apartment with its central location close to shops, cafes, and the beach. The provision of parking and underfloor heating adds to the comfort, while welcome gifts are a pleasant touch. Some guests noted maintenance issues and suggested updates, particularly for outdoor spaces and bathroom fixtures.
The property is consistently described as clean and beautifully presented, with only minor suggestions for tidying the outdoor space. The high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to the guests' experiences.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to local amenities, the beach, and the inclusion of a parking space. The central Southwold location is a standout feature, although one guest noted the proximity to a playground as a concern.
Guests find the beds comfortable and appreciate the cosy underfloor heating. However, some guests mentioned issues with heavy kitchenware and difficulties with bathroom fixtures, which slightly detract from the overall comfort.
While the apartment is well-appointed, several reviews mention maintenance issues such as tricky doors, broken lights, and a need for updates in the bathrooms. These points suggest room for improvement in the facilities and maintenance category.
The welcome gifts of Prosecco and biscuits are mentioned positively, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are subject to change and not guaranteed, they should be considered a bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
Resting in a sought-after location in the heart of Southwold in Suffolk, The Hive is perfect for families and guests of all ages. There is a playground close by which is great for the children and the single-storey, ground-floor nature of the accommodation makes it perfect for older guests too. The open-plan living space is light and airy with an ample seating area positioned alongside the patio door which leads outside, helping to create a really warm and inviting ambience. The well-fitted kitchen comes equipped with everything needed to prepare delicious food for the whole family and when ready, meals can be served up at the extendable wooden table, where you can imagine spending many a happy hour eating, drinking and enjoying each other’s company. The outside patio area offers a great alfresco space to step outside and admire the views overlooking Tibby’s Green. When it is time for bed, the master bedroom is particularly welcoming with a sumptuous king-size bed and a patio door opening to the outside; great for throwing open in the morning and enjoying a morning coffee while overlooking the adjoining greenery. The twin bedroom is just as attractive and comes with plenty of storage space. No queues for the bathroom at The Hive with the master bedroom having an en-suite and there is an additional shower room which completes the accommodation. The Hive is a great base from which to explore the delights of Suffolk with Southwold on the doorstep where you will find a good selection of amenities as well as Southwold Pier which is famous for its brightly coloured beach huts. The chocolate-box village of Walberswick is within walking distance and a short drive away are attractions such as RSPB Minsmere, Snape Maltings where the Aldeburgh Music Festival is held, Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, Framlingham Castle and Halesworth Museum. For a holiday with a real buzz, take a trip to The Hive.
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
Ground-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Utility
Underfloor heating.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Allocated parking for 1 car.
Patio area with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop miles, pub 0.1 0.2 miles.
Note: There will be a welcome gift of wine and biscuits on arrival.
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers please
Reviews (15)
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Tracy
Itâs one of our favourite holiday homes. Great location, warm and clean. However a few things a looking a bit tired..the seating in the lounge could do with a shampoo, as could the rugs in the bedrooms. A spare key would be a great help, especially as there were 4 adults staying this time, coming and going at different times..and only having one key was a little restricting. But overall we had a great stay..and will definitely look at booking again. Thanks for the Prosecco and biscuits, and great to have some tea bags etc too to start off our holiday. Thank you âºï¸
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Jennifer
Slight noise from the upstairs flat.
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Carol
Rugs need fastening down with grippers as one of our party slipped and fell. Squeaky door on twin bedroom and bathroom. Cold draught coming through twin bedroom window (part not double glazed) Clothes maiden fastener broken/loose on top