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Nelson House

Southwold, Suffolk
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Charming, relaxing, and homely, this property is perfect for your next UK holiday
  • Spend quality time with friends and family in delightful Southwold
  • Enjoy al fresco dining on the private patio and relish in the peace of the countryside
Property code: OC-AANELS

A wonderful holiday home in the very heart of much-loved Southwold, Nelson House really should be your next break by the sea. With comfortable reception rooms and relaxing bedrooms, Nelson House is truly welcoming as soon as you enter the front door. There is truly something homely about Nelson House - there’s a certain magic here that will keep you coming back for more. Ideal for families, friends or couples, this is a house that will certainly feel like home. Ideally located for exploring all that Southwold has to offer, you too can satisfy your dreams of a traditional self-catering holiday by the sea; bucket and spade in one hand and an ice cream in the other. Stroll down the sandy shore, admire the impressive lighthouse or satisfy your shopping urge with a visit to the High Street. All within a stone’s throw of Nelson House.

To be in the centre of it all, but to feel as cosy as can be, book your stay at Nelson House today. Pub: 150 yards, Shop: 150 yards. Beach: literally just around the corner

Why we love this property: Utterly charming, welcoming and relaxing all rolled into one… get set for your next stay at Nelson House.

GROUND FLOOR
Dining Room: Table and chairs for 8.
Sitting Room: Comfortable seating, woodburner, TV, DVD player, Bose Soundtouch 200 wireless system.
Kitchen: Table and chairs for 4, electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Cloakroom: W.c. and basin.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: Twin beds.
Bedroom 2: King bed.
Bedroom 3: King bed with En-suite Shower Room: Shower and heated towel rail. (There is a small step up into the en-suite) a W.C. and wash basin in the cloakroom just outside this bedroom door. 

Family Bathroom: Bath, walk in shower, w.c., basin and heated towel rail. 

Outside: Courtyard garden with furniture.

Parking: Off-street for one small car. Please see important notes below.
Heating: Gas central heating, woodburner in the lounge
Notes: Wifi, bed linen and towels provided.

Important notes: No smoking. Parking: The parking area shares a right of way with the Nelson Pub, and is used for deliveries and by staff. It is not open to the public. However, due to this access right, any car parked at Nelson House must park tight up to the wall to allow clear access. This makes the parking space unsuitable for larger vehicles. Vehicles which block the way will be liable to complaints, asked to move and could be damaged by delivery trolleys as a result. 

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!

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with a bath, shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher
  • TV, DVD, and Bose Soundtouch 200 wireless system
  • Woodburner (wood firelighters provided)
  • Electric Vehicle Charging is not permitted  
  • Enclosed courtyard garden with garden furniture
  • Private parking for 1 small car only ensuring that right of way to the left is kept clear at all times
  • Shop, pub and beach 0.5 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Sarah Hunt

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Caroline 6th May 2026

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Nelson house is in a fantastic location for all to explore Southwold. The doggie beach was a firm favourite of my springador and enjoyed having a play with other doggies on the beach. The house is spacious and we found it had everything we needed. The pub garden that is close did have some noise but nothing that kept me awake at night.

Reviewed by David 22nd March 2026

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Great cottage, ideally located and furnished well. Warm and welcoming. Always a pleasure to stay in. Thank you.

Reviewed by David 14th December 2025

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Great cottage in readiness for Christmas. Christmas tree and lights a fantastic touch. Thank you.

Reviewed by Lynn 4th December 2025

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Excellent position Lovely & warm Beds comfortable Kitchen equipment good Overall cleanliness good Useful to have the parking space

Reviewed by Jean 2nd November 2025

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Really good cottage to rent. Bigger than we thought. Beds really comfortable. Duvets really warm. Best of all. An abundance of really hot water. Small 2nd shower flagged up as some problems. But did not bother us because we used large bathroom/shower. 3 toilets really useful for families. Small courtyard garden which we used in October! TV really Read morelarge with all channels. Pub was next door (which we worried about). But did not need to worry. No noise. Overall really excellent. Hide

Reviewed by John 16th October 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Nelson House.

Reviewed by Peter 31st August 2025

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We have been renting holiday properties in Southwold for most years since 1983 and it was generally thought to be the best of the lot in terms of comfort, convenience and facilities. Terrific! Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Dorothy 25th August 2025

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Response from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your review. Well investigate this right away to make sure everythings in place for the next guest.

Reviewed by Lynne 17th August 2025

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Response from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your review. Well investigate this right away to make sure everythings in place for the next guest.

Reviewed by Allyson 10th May 2025

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Lots of comfortable accommodation very well equipped, in a good location for all Southwold offers. The pub garden maybe an issue for people who like to go bed early, but the noise dissipates around 11.15. Not a problem for us.

Reviewed by Margaret 3rd May 2025

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A fabulous location and a very comfortable base. The cottage was very well equipped and very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay

Reviewed by Georgie 13th April 2025

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We've stayed at Nelson House twice now and love it. The location is ideal for both town and beach, and the cottage is both spacious and comfortable, and very well equipped.

Reviewed by Martin 17th March 2025

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Reviewed by David 2nd March 2025

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Great layout with plenty of room upstairs and downstairs for everyone.

Reviewed by Neil 27th October 2024

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Reviewed by Sarah 31st August 2024

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It would be helpful to mention that 1 room backs onto the pub garden and during the summer you will have noise every night till after 11pm.

Reviewed by Anthony 19th August 2024

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positive: very good location for beach, shops, pubs and cafes (3 mins walk to all), comfortable and roomy for family of 5 (2 parents, 2 grandparents and 4 yr old), handy off-street parking for 1 car negative: noise from the Nelson pub in the evenings, wifi patchy

Reviewed by Alison 3rd July 2024

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Great location, very close to pub and shops and beach. Comfortable, large and well equipped.

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