St James House
ID: S602605
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16 reviews
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1 pet welcome
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2 Bathrooms
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WiFi
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Children welcome
Guests say
St James House in Southwold is a well-appointed, spacious property with a beautiful garden, offering sea views and a variety of rooms for different activities. Its superb location is close to the beach and town centre, making it ideal for families and groups. The property is praised for its cleanliness, ample space, and thoughtful touches, although some minor maintenance issues are noted.
Cleanliness
The property is consistently described as clean, with one review specifically mentioning it as 'beautiful, clean, well appointed'. No negative comments about cleanliness were found.
Location
The location is highly praised for being close to the sea, the high street, and local amenities, making it an ideal spot for a holiday stay.
Comfort
Guests find the beds comfortable and the property spacious. However, some noted the lack of carpets and rugs made it noisy, and the lounge seats and main bedroom mattress may need updating.
Facilities
The house is well-equipped with a games room, laundry room, and a large garden. Some maintenance issues are mentioned, such as a stuck plug and ageing furniture, suggesting room for improvement.
Thoughtfulness
Guests appreciated the welcome gifts and flowers, indicating a level of thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated on a peaceful green close to the heart of the cheerful seaside town of Southwold, this bright and stylish property makes a fantastic holiday home for families, couples and friends looking for a beautiful retreat close to a gorgeous beach. Offering light and spacious accommodation for up to seven guests, the delightfully furnished, sympathetically updated and tastefully decorated house is perfect for keen walkers, beach lovers, nature spotters and history buffs discovering the breathtaking countryside and stunning coastline of a wonderful part of Suffolk.
Three steps lead up into the house, with an impressive hallway and stairs leading down to the lower ground floor which has a charming snug where you can relax with a good book. On the upper ground floor, there’s a stylish main lounge with a Smart TV and plenty of seating, and a delightful study with a choice of books and a piano. The elegant kitchen and the sociable dining room are upstairs, with French doors from the dining room leading through to a light-filled sun room overlooking the garden. Also upstairs, you will find a refreshing bathroom and four beautiful bedrooms: a cheery single, and three rooms with king-size and super-king-size beds, one with its own en-suite bathroom and views towards the lighthouse and the sea. From the ground-floor snug, French doors lead out into the sweet garden which has a lovely lawn, established shrubbery and a sheltered patio with outdoor furniture, making a delightful spot for dining alfresco on a warm summer’s afternoon.
The property is just 100 metres from the beach, with the pier, lighthouse and model boat pond all nearby. Southwold is also home to the Electric Picture Palace and Southwold Maize Maze, with other nearby attractions including Benacre National Nature Reserve, Leiston Abbey and rspb Minsmere, all within 13 miles.
Accommodation
Fees
A fully refundable security deposit may apply to this property to cover potential damages.
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