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The Cornerstone

Southwold, Suffolk
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A centrally located pretty Victorian cottage close to Southwold’s Grade I-listed St Edmund’s Church
  • Cosy up next to either the wood burner in the sitting room or dining area
  • Unwind in a pretty courtyard or wander to the beach – it’s just at the end of the road!
Property code: OC-AATHCO

This beautiful Victorian cottage has been lovingly refurbished to provide all that you could need for a wonderful holiday in the heart of Southwold, The Cornerstone still retains some of its’ original features, making it both homely yet stylish. It really should be at the top of your list when it comes to deciding upon your next holiday on the Suffolk coast. With the benefit of two reception rooms, the cottage is ideal for families. Whilst children play a game in the open plan living area, parents can look on happily whilst cooking up a culinary storm. Grandparents may prefer to retreat to the sitting room at the front of the property, complete with its’ own woodburning stove. Wonderful views from Bedroom 1 look out over towards Bartholomew Green and St Edmunds Church, highlighting your well positioned location within this popular Suffolk coastal town. You really can enjoy everything on foot; an amble to the seafront, a stroll along the high street or even sail in a rowboat on the town’s very own boating lake!

With so much to explore from the doorstep, you really should consider The Cornerstone as your next family getaway. Pub: 150 yards, Shop: 150 yards.

Why we love this property: The Cornerstone is so utterly perfect – it has everything a 21st century holidaymaker could desire!

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting Room: Comfortable seating with 2 sofas, TV, DVD player and woodburning stove.
Open Plan Room with Kitchen area: Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher, Dining area: Table and chairs for 4, Sitting area: Sofa and woodburning stove.
Shower Room: Double width shower, w.c. and basin.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: Twin beds and a single sofa bed. Views out towards Bartholomew Green and St Edmunds Church.
Bedroom 2: Double bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom: Bath with overhead shower, bidet, w.c. and basin.

Outside: Enclosed courtyard with furniture.
Parking: On-street.
Heating: Gas central heating
Pets: 1 well behaved dog welcome.
Notes: Wifi, bed linen and bedding provided for main beds only and NOT for the single sofa bed, and towels provided.

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 greengrocer 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!

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath, bidet and WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Wood burner in each reception room
  • TV, DVD
  • Please bring your own beach towels and linen and bedding for single sofa bed
  • Enclosed courtyard, outdoor furniture
  • On-street parking
  • Shop, pub 150 metres, beach 500 metres
  • Sleeps 4
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog 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 36 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lester 6th May 2025

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Cornerstone cottage is ideally placed in Southwold, short walk to beach,Southwold common and high street shops & restaurants , Admans shop/restaurant is only 100 yrds away

Reviewed by Brian 14th April 2025

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Really beautiful and excellently located cottage. Wed have happily stayed another week. We loved the morning light in the main bedroom and Id recommend to anyone.

Reviewed by Tina 8th February 2025

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Lovely cottage, beautifully decorated and very well equipped. The property was very clean and the selection of biscuits etc on arrival was a lovely touch. Great location to walk to the town and beach.

Reviewed by Lesley 1st February 2025

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Reviewed by Stephen 20th January 2025

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We had an excellent week. The cottage has everything you need and is very close to the shops, beach and Harbour. All the kitchen equipment is very good and the cottage is very tastefully furnished. We would definitely use this cottage again if it is available on our next day in Southwold.

Reviewed by Louise 3rd January 2025

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Lovely comfortable cottage in a brilliant location.

Reviewed by Helen 8th December 2024

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Excellent property , very well equipped , spotlessly clean . Perfect location . We would definitely recommend

Reviewed by Des 30th November 2024

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Very high end equipment, like home from home.

Reviewed by Jean 2nd October 2024

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Thank you to the hosts of Cornerstone cottage who were lovely and, who provided a wonderful, warm, comfortable and cosy cottage. Plenty of space and immaculately clean. Great central location. We would definitely like to return.

Reviewed by Andrew 27th September 2024

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An extremely clean, cared for and all the facilities that you might need on a short to even longer term stay. Highly commendable cottage.

Reviewed by Paul 30th August 2024

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Lovely cottage right near the sea front, though if you have a reactive dog to outside noise a bit too close to people and cars going past. Has everything you need to make your stay easy. We did find parking a problem, restricted parking across road 2 hours and no return within 4 hours. There is free parking further away but as it was bank holiday Read moreweekend it was rather busy. Lots of restaurants nearby but they mostly served a similar menu if you like Adnams beer battered cod your in luck. Southwold is a lovely place and there are lots of other villages around to visit Hide

Reviewed by Catherine 25th August 2024

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An absolutely beautiful cottage in the heart of Southwold. Fantastically equipped and ideally located for exploring all the town has to offer. The owner really has gone above and beyond to make this a perfect home from home. Spotlessly clean and with the added bonus of a much appreciated welcome hamper too. We would definitely recommend to others Read moreand plan to return ourselves too. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 19th August 2024

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Reviewed by Steve 11th August 2024

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A brilliant location and a very nice cottage for a family of 4. Welcome pack very appreciated. Our second stay there and am working on persuading my wife to go for the hat trick!

Reviewed by Ruth 14th July 2024

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Lovely cottage, perfect location, spotlessly clean and well equipped. The beds were all very low and not particularly comfortable. We live in a seaside town but the Southwold seagulls are relentless, noisy ALL night long making a peaceful sleep impossible!

Reviewed by Andrew 22nd June 2024

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Reviewed by Sarah 15th June 2024

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A lovely property, perfectly situated

Reviewed by Joan 19th May 2024

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Reviewed by Davina 16th May 2024

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Beautifully decorated and comfortable cottage in a great location for the beach and the centre of town. The property was very clean and well equipped. We had a wonderful stay and would be very happy to return.

Reviewed by Jennifer 12th April 2024

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Very comfortable and well appointed cottage in a very convenient location. This is our second visit to The Cornerstone and we would consider returning again in the future.

Reviewed by Lynda 3rd March 2024

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The cottage was beautifully clean and exceptionally well equipped. The location is amazing. I had to make a point of using the sitting room as the seating area in the kitchen is bright and comfortable. The heating was more than adequate although I did light a log fire a couple of evenings only for aesthetics and to get me into the sitting room! A fRead moreew steps from the back door and you are in the High Street and it's a short stroll to the sandy beach. More coffee shops than one person can manage in a week and likewise the Adnams pubs offer plenty of places to drink good wine & beers and a range of freshly cooked lunches/dinners. I have no hesitation recommending this cottage - a great week with my dog. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 25th February 2024

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We loved our stay in the Cornerstone. A well equipped ideally placed property. We will definitely book again.

Reviewed by L 30th January 2024

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Nice cottage on a great location close to everything. Good to have the two sitting areas and a small courtyard enclosed for the dog.

Reviewed by Nigel 14th December 2023

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Had a lovely short break at Cornerstone. Well equipped and perfect location.

Reviewed by Jackie 29th November 2023

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Reviewed by Wendy 8th November 2023

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Reviewed by Julia 4th November 2023

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Reviewed by Lucy 23rd October 2023

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Reviewed by Hans-Peter 25th September 2023

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A lovely, well-equipped holiday cottage, just a few minutes walk from the beach und High Street with some good shops. A really nice place to stay on holidays!

Reviewed by Rose 10th September 2023

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Reviewed by Nicola 3rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Mike 28th August 2023

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Reviewed by Nick 13th July 2023

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Reviewed by Laura 5th July 2023

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A nice cottage in a prime location. Staircase a bit too steep and mattresses a bit too soft, in my opinion. very thoughtful of the property to give a a few goodies as a welcome pack. Overall a positive experience.

Reviewed by Diane 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Jo 15th June 2023

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Beautifully decorated property - stylish and practical. Well equipped in all respects - kitchen, TV room with books and DVDs etc. We had the most wonderful stay and would be very happy to return.

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