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Briar Patch

Southwold, Suffolk
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Stylishly furnished, recently renovated property a short walk from the beach and promenade
  • Cleverly designed, light-filled accommodation with plenty of room for socialising and relaxing
  • Family and pet-friendly property with stylish furniture and fittings and a large, enclosed garden

Overview
Property code: OC-AABRIA

Sumptuously stylish and beautifully light, Briar Patch should be at the top of your list when it comes to deciding on your next self-catering holiday to the Suffolk coast. Thanks to a clever layout, Briar Patch is utterly perfect for a group of 8 looking to re-charge their batteries in a contemporary yet welcoming holiday home. The hub of the home is the semi-open plan living area; clever zoning defines each area making them cosy yet practical in their own right. The dining area sits in the small conservatory-style extension, flooding the room with natural light and providing wonderful views of the enclosed rear garden beyond. The lovely woodburning stove is a welcome treat come winter, whilst the outside patio is a fantastic place for al-fresco dining. With the benefit of two ground floor bedrooms, Briar Patch naturally lends itself to multi-generational parties who wish to make holiday memories together. With the benefit of off-street parking, Briar Patch is a property that truly keeps on giving.

You can enjoy all of this, yet still be within walking distance of the sea and all local amenities, perfect. Pub: 500 yards, Shop: 700 yards.

Why we love this property: Super stylish and tucked away, we couldn’t think of a better place to enjoy a holiday in Southwold in.

GROUND FLOOR
Open Plan Room with Sitting area: Comfortable seating, Smart TV, and woodburning stove, Dining area: Table and chairs for 8, Kitchen area: Electric oven and induction hob, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee maker.
Bedroom 1: King bed with Ensuite Shower Room: Shower cubicle, double basin and w.c.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds.
Family Bathroom: Bath with overhead shower, basin and w.c.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 3: King bed.
Bedroom 4: Twin beds, TV
Family Bathroom: Bath with handheld shower, basin and w.c.

Outside: Enclosed rear garden with furniture.
Parking: Off-street parking for up to 2 cars.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Pets: 1 well behaved dog welcome.
Notes: Wifi, bed linen and towels provided. Welcome pack.

Southwold Central - The properties located in central Southwold are all within minutes of the market place, with the elegant Swan Hotel, an excellent range of small shops including a greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The upper promenade is ideal for a peaceful stroll at any time of the year and provides quick access to the beach and of course, the lighthouse in the town is a good landmark. There is also easy access to the common and a nearby footpath takes you down to the harbour with the foot ferry to Walberswick (summer only). Don't forget that the beach is never very far away!

  • 4 bedrooms - 2 king-size (1 en-suite), 2 twins
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath, shower-over-bath and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, handheld shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with walk-in shower and WC
  • Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee maker.
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner
  • 2 TVs - 1 Smart TV in sitting room,  2nd in the twin, iPod dock.
  • Enclosed garden with patio and furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Beach, pub and shop 0.2 miles
  • Welcome pack
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tracy Marriott

This property is personally managed by Tracy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

Overall cleanliness
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Overall equipment
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Overall comfort
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Reviewed by Margaret 15th June 2026

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Lovely house everything we needed, second time we have been there will definitely go back if we stay in Southwold again. Thank you.

Reviewed by Martin 31st May 2026

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Lovely holiday, perfect location for the beach and town, peaceful garden and plenty of room for 03 children, elderly aunt (easy flat access was very important) and wife and I. The cafe round the corner (a minutes walk) was also extremely convenient for fussy eaters!

Reviewed by Chris 10th May 2026

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Exceptionally well equipped, delightfully furnished and comfortable cottage, ideal for a family to enjoy a traditional seaside holiday in this beautiful place.

Reviewed by Joanne 3rd January 2026

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Reviewed by Lynda 25th October 2025

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Great location, super spacious house ideal for family get together

Reviewed by Alison 18th October 2025

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The property is very comfortable and in a fantastic location with ample parking. This was our second visit and we will probably return again. The property adequately accommodates 8 people. We did have a small issue with the heating but the owners were great and very prompt yo resolve the problem. I would definitely recommend the property.

Reviewed by Emma 27th July 2025

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Reviewed by Martin 30th June 2025

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Wonderful property in a very convenient location. Spotlessly clean on arrival. We had a fantastic week in Southwold and Suffolk, and would certainly book again. Thank you!

Reviewed by Steph 20th May 2025

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We loved the house, the open plan. Had everything we needed. Multiple bathrooms and sleeping. The garden was great. Ideally situated and would stay again.

Reviewed by Joanne 5th May 2025

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What a beautiful place! elegant yet comfy too, a perfect home from home. The garden was just wonderful for our four legged friends, a joy to sit in and relax at the end of the day of beach walks for us too. The location is perfect, near everything (beach, pier, shops and pubs) but quiet and peaceful too. On practicalities; Spotlessly clean, Read morewell equipped, parking space available and parking on the road easily available too (guess that may be different in summer), heating etc instructions clear, easy to use. So impressed will be booking again! Hide

Reviewed by Julia 9th April 2025

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The cottage was comfortable and there was plenty of space for the 5 of us and a dog, who particularly loved the garden. It is ideally located for the high street, beach and pier.

Reviewed by Megan 4th February 2025

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We had a great stay at Briar Patch, it was a real home from home for 3 generations of our family plus the dog. It managed to be at once cosy and spacious, and had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Helem 29th December 2024

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Fantastic location, great for parking, easy walk to pier, beach, shops and restaurants. A very spacious house especially considering we had two families including teenagers! My second time at Briars Patch and we will be back!

Reviewed by Susan 5th November 2024

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Excellent location, spacious and easy parking. Our family group of mixed ages enjoyed their stay at Briar Patch.

Reviewed by Alison 24th October 2024

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Lovely cottage and in a great location. It's a great size for 8 people and has a really nice flow to it. The quality of the furniture and kitchen items was excellent. There are a couple of issues we have flagged to the owner ie the dishwasher really needs replacing and all the sinks, taps etc need the limescale removing. Simple things to fixRead more. Having said that we loved it and have booked again for next year. Hide

Reviewed by Gill 30th September 2024

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Very comfortable stay. Accomodation was perfect for elderly Dad who needs a wheeled frame to get about.

Reviewed by Diana 25th September 2024

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Reviewed by Anna 11th August 2024

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Lovely property. Great location, 5 mins from beach and the pier and not much more to the town centre. 3 generations fit well into the house.1 big and 1 small car can fit on the drive infront of the garage. The bedrooms were all lovely and easily fit 8 which included 2 twin rooms. Would definitely stay again. Southwold is a lovely place and has a grRead moreeat beach. Plenty of places around for eating. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 28th July 2024

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Great location, lovely house, fabulous garden another great week for us in Southwold

Reviewed by Sylvia 15th July 2024

Guest rating 3.6 starsGuest rating 3.6 starsGuest rating 3.6 starsGuest rating 3.6 starsGuest rating 3.6 stars

The cottage is in a perfect location for the beach and high street.

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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.