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Tinkers Cottage

Saxmundham, Suffolk
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
3 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A characterful cottage with scenic walks and a beach on the doorstep
  • Dine alfresco in the well-manicured garden
  • Indulge yourself with beauty treatments for an ultra-relaxing stay

Overview
Property code: OC-TNK

Tinker's Cottage is a cosy grade ll listed cottage in the centre of Dunwich, only 300 yards from the beach, 100 yards fork the pub and has excellent walks from the doorstep. Stunning views from the front windows across Walberswick Bay to Southwold. Perfect for your relaxing family break on the Suffolk coast

Shop: 2 miles Pub: 100 yards.

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting/Dining Room: TV, DVD, CD, large inglenook feature fireplace, table and chairs.
Kitchen: Electric cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine, door to garden.
Bathroom: Bath, over bath shower, washbasin and wc.

Steep and winding cottage stairs to
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King size bed, which leads to
Bedroom 2: Single bed and also stair access to

Very steep and winding cottage stairs to
SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 3: Twin beds, exposed roof timbers (may be unsuitable for very young children due to the design of the stairs).

Garden: Fully enclosed rear garden with furniture.
Parking: Roadside.
Heating: Central heating.
Pets: One well-behaved pet welcome.
Notes: Wi-fi, towels, travel cot, high chair and bike storage provided.  Mobile manicures, pedicures and massage can be arranged by the owners during your stay - please ask for details.

Dunwich is an unspoilt coastal village with a mainly shingle beach. The Ship Inn serves good meals as does the Beach Cafe which is well known for its fish and chips - enjoyed best on the beach. Dunwich adjoins Dingle Marshes Nature Reserve, Dunwich Heath (cliff top is National Trust owned) and Minsmere RSPB is only three miles by foot. Southwold and Aldeburgh are both ten miles away. Trains and buses can be found four miles away at Darsham.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 single, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath, shower and WC
  • Cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • TV, DVD player and CD player
  • Fully enclosed garden with outdoor furniture
  • Roadside parking
  • Bike storage
  • Shop 2 miles, pub and beach less than 0.5 miles
  • Twin room may be unsuitable for very young children due to the cottage-style stairs
  • Mobile manicures, pedicures and massages can be arranged by the owners during your stay
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog 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 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andrew 20th May 2025

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Very good for our needs as late middle-aged couple plus dog. May have limitations for other party combinations owing to linked bedrooms, only one bathroom/toilet and steep staircases.

Reviewed by Katy 22nd April 2025

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This cottage has lovely views from upstairs but is in need of renovation and repair. Guests need to be aware that the only bathroom is downstairs off the kitchen so anyone staying in the loft must descend two flights of stairs. There is no dishwasher, all the upstairs rooms are accessed via the main bedroom, the curtains and blinds upstairs are inaRead moredequate/broken, the stairs are not suitable for anyone remotely unsteady (not just under 2s as suggested), there is no pavement outside so be aware with pets, young children that you are straight into the road. Would not recommend staying here until some upgrades and improvements have taken place. Hide

Reviewed by Henny 4th January 2025

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Reviewed by Barbara 8th December 2024

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Nice and warm quirky cottage in great spot.

Reviewed by Peter 5th October 2024

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Good location, good for a small family and a pet dog, not recommended for young children due to steep steps.

Reviewed by Diana 29th September 2024

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Good to have the little garden for the dog. A nice place to sit in the sun.

Reviewed by Peter 14th September 2024

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Lovely location for this property the nights especially were enjoyable didnt realise there were so many stars.

Reviewed by Simon 13th July 2024

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Reviewed by Robert 27th June 2024

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Delightful, delightful, delight...great accommodation, great location, fantastic time being so close to the coast!

Reviewed by Carol 15th June 2024

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Just spent a lovely week at Tinkers cottage. Very well equipped kitchen, good bathroom, comfortable furnishings. Be aware of steep stairs and access to further bedrooms. It was perfect for two, but would also suit a family with not too younger children. Positioned in Main Street, easy walk to beach, pub nearby serving food, also beach cafe for gRead morereat full english or lunch. Lovely walks from doorstep . Lots to discover. , Hide

Reviewed by Claire 16th April 2024

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Fantastic location. Quaint cottage.

Reviewed by Hannah 6th April 2024

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Reviewed by David 31st March 2024

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Reviewed by Shirley 19th March 2024

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Reviewed by Karen 2nd March 2024

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Reviewed by Caroline 15th January 2024

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This a nice cottage, comfortable sofas, the main bed was also good, the main bedroom is superb. Totally dog safe in the back garden. Lovely views and peaceful. To access the top room and single room it is necessary to walk through the main bedroom, which is not made clear in the information. Tons of hot water to bath or shower. The top room is vRead moreery cold (we were there in January). We wouldn't recommend staying in winter, but other times, especially for families would be wonderful. You can hear the sea. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 26th November 2023

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We've stayed at Tinkers Cottage twice and hope to return. The cottage is quiet, cosy and well equipped. The beach and Greyfriars monastery are close by as are lots of footpaths. We found new ones this time! Southwold is 20 minutes drive away, or a walk via Walberswick. The excellent Ship Inn is just up the road. The food was very good and serRead moreved by friendly staff. We had a relaxing time and didn't want to leave! Hide

Reviewed by John 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Lynn 23rd September 2023

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Homely, comfortable cottage in the heart of Dunwich just a very short walk to the pub and chippy/cafe. A good location for exploring the area by bicycle or on foot. Heaths, coast and nature reserves all nearby. We park the car and dont use it until its time to go home.

Reviewed by Fe 17th September 2023

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Reviewed by Keith 5th August 2023

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Reviewed by Philip 25th June 2023

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