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Drift Cottage - Walberswick

Walberswick, near Southwold, Suffolk
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Refurbished throughout for 2025, and styled with the assistance of an influential interior designer.
  • Fire up the BBQ and relax in the secluded garden
  • Pour some drinks and enjoy celebratory meals in the light-flooded dining area
  • Cosy up in front of the crackling wood burner
Property code: OC-DRIFT

"Drift Cottage was a perfect location down a quiet lane but close enough to all the amenities. Great coastal and country walks. The accommodation worked well for 7 people and I would highly recommend it to future holiday makers". - Sian Dorrington

This is a delightful 1920s semi-detached period cottage, sitting on the edge of the common on a quiet lane. Drift Cottage sleeps eight in four or five bedrooms, has private parking, and enjoys open views from the front aspect. It has a charming and good sized south-facing garden that is fully enclosed, the main village shop, the main street, and the beach beyond are also within easy walking distance along with Southwold harbour. This property is a much loved family home, and is well-equipped making it an excellent choice for summer family holidays or cosy winter breaks. Shop: 200 yards Pub: 700 yards.

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting Room: Smart TV, DVD, open fire.
Kitchen/Dining Room: Cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, table and chairs, French doors leading out to garden.
Laundry Cupboard: Washing machine, tumble dryer.
Snug Room: Smart TV, sofa bed.
Bedroom 1: Double bed.
Bathroom: Bath, overbath shower, washbasin and wc. Please note when getting in the bath there is restricted head room due to ceiling shape. 

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 2:
Twin beds.
Bedroom 3: King size bed.
Bedroom 4: Bunk beds, travel cot.
Shower Room: Shower, washbasin and wc.

Garden: South facing rear garden with furniture and barbecue.
Parking: Private for two cars.
Heating: Central heating.
Pets: One well-behaved pet welcome.
Notes: Wi-fi and towels provided.

Walberswick has over a thousand acres of open access heath and marshland, protected as an Area of Outstanding National Beauty. The RSPB Bird Reserve at Minsmere is a short drive away and the seaside town of Southwold is within strolling distance along one of the many beautiful walks in and around Walberswick or the foot ferry that runs during the summer months. Within Walberswick there are tearooms, restaurants, two public houses, an art gallery, original crafts and gift shops.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin, 1 bunk bed
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC. Please note when getting in the bath there is restricted head room due to ceiling shape. 
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher
  • Utility cupboard with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot available on request
  • Open fire (first basket of logs included)
  • TV, DVD
  • Enclosed lawned garden with patio area and BBQ
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 200 metres
  • Pub and beach 0.5 miles
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Darren Williams

This property is personally managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 4 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Caspar 25th September 2025

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An absolutely brilliant house, completed to a beautiful standard. Matching the aesthetic of the sylvan surroundings and the wider beauty of Walberswick. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed by Andrea 16th September 2025

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Drift Cottage is a wonderful place to stay in Walberswick - in a quiet location with just a short walk to the local supermarket, deli, pubs and beaches. The cottage has been renovated with fun and cosy interiors and was fully equipped. We really appreciated the enclosed, large rear garden for our dogs and also the charging point for our electric caRead morer. The welcome gift is one of the best we've had. Hide

Reviewed by Teresa 3rd August 2025

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Beautifully decorated cottage, great walks from the door. Lots of places to visit in the vicinity. Would definitely like to come again.

Reviewed by Ian 2nd July 2024

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A very comfortable house in an excellent location. The family all agreed that we would enjoy staying there on another occasion

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Location

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.