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Tinkers Cottage

Dunwich, near Saxmundham, Suffolk
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
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 dishwasher
  • 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
  • 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 15 guest ratings

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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Penelope 24th February 2026

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Reviewed by Martin 11th October 2025

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Lovely cottage stayed here 15 years ago and the new owners have done a lovely job doing it up .

Reviewed by Peter 16th September 2025

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Another great week in Suffolk our favourite place to go

Reviewed by Amanda 8th September 2025

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We returned to Tinkers cottage with 3 generational family after first visiting some 12 years ago. Fantastic location so close to the dog friendly beach. The cottage is very well equiped for self catering and very very comfortable for chilling out. Located between Southwold and Aldeburgh there was plenty of opportunities to buy fish and eat icecrRead moreeam ! close by is the fabulous Emmerdale farm shop which stocks everything that maybe needed. We will be back ! Hide

Reviewed by Peter 12th July 2025

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Our second time in this wonderful location walks from the door for us and Eddie our jack russell and plenty to do if you want to explore. Dunwich heath and Thorpeness a particular highlight also Sutton Hoo was a good day out and the Monastery up the road a favourite for Eddie. We shall be back in September fingers crossed.

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

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