Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom)
Bedroom 1 has a double bed, bedroom 2 has two single beds. Both rooms are comfortable, with ample spare duvets/bedding. The boiler is located on the stairs, there is full gas central heating. There is a hair dryer available. 1 downstairs bathroom, with bath, wc and excellent micra shower over bath. Fully fitted kitchen/diner with a washing machine/electric hob/double oven/microwave/toaster/undercounter fridge with icebox. There is seating for four(and some spare chairs), and a stable door which leads to the outside yard. Door from kitchen giving access to upstairs. Entering via the front door, the lounge has 2 x settees, 1 comfy chair/a bookcase/nest of tables/ games/ 43 ins flat screen tv (Freeview)/dvd player. There is an attractive fireplace, with a mirror above. Leads to the hallway. Great dvd and book collection(in both cottages). Small hallway area with an area for hanging coats and an under stairs cupboard containing hoover etc. WiFi available not guaranteed in the event of breakdown ( although this has never happened).
FREE WiFi. Loom (no 6) and Weavers (no 5) are both lovely character cottages, pre dating 1840. There is a garage for Loom, and parking availability for Weavers, they are situated in a private road just off Southwold Common.They can be booked individually or as a pair (great for extended family breaks allowing privacy yet close proximity at the same time). Weavers and Loom Cottage are located in central Southwold, off the High Street and Southwold Common.Accessed from The High Street, past the Blythe Hotel (after crossing Mights Bridge), then turning right at John Bennett's Architect's shop straight into Spinners Lane. At the end of Spinners Lane, lies 'Rope Walk' where rope and fishing net twine was made in the mid 19th century.There are 2 semi detached white-washed cottages (can be booked as a pair or on their own) on the right as you enter the Lane, and Loom Cottage is the furthest cottage, Weavers is the cottage closest to you in the photos, both are compact and comfortable, with a real 'home to home' feel. There is an outside area to the front of each property, where it is perfect to sit and watch the world go by, there is a bench at the front of Loom, table and chairs at the front of Weavers. There are many homely additions indoors, including a really good book and an impressive dvd collection featuring up to date releases. We welcome dogs (we can allow 2-please discuss prior to stay), on the proviso they stay downstairs! The property is very old, but it has been sympathetically updated, with comfy furnishings. Spinners Lane has only 7 other properties, and the garage is just 15 metres down the Lane. There is a small back yard, with table and chairs, just outside Loom kitchen. No 5 (Weavers) has a smaller back yard and access across the rear of the Loom. In reality this is usually only applicable to take the bins round to the front. Both back yards are enclosed. The pubs, shops and beach are all within 10 mins walk away, fish & chip shop 2 mins walk! The cottages can be booked individually or as a pair, and throughout the year/short breaks/ weekends etc (although these would be mainly out of season). Weavers Cottage (nearest to you in the picture) is very similar (see pictures) and it's hard to choose between the two! The garage for Loom is clearly marked, and in the lane and there is parking in the lane (subject to availability) for Weavers occupants and additional Loom residents. We always manage to park in the lane! It is always possible to load and unload right outside the cottages, which is very convenient. There is additional free parking on the common, just 2 mins walk away! There is a comfy roll up double mattress we can supply on request for Weavers and Loom has a sofa bed in situ downstairs, so the cottage can sleep 5 adults at a push (discuss first, 4 adults would be more comfortable) . We can also provide a travel cot, safety gate and high chair on request. Staircase in Loom is enclosed, with a handrail, not very steep at all (not like some cottage stairs we have seen which can be scary). Just 10 stairs in Loom, 9 in Weavers. We do welcome children and pooches, we allow 2 (fees apply) but we must know the breed/s. We are very flexible out of season offering stays from 1 night minimum.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom) pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom)?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom) on 3 June 2025 start from AU$274, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom)?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom)?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Weavers Cottage, Central Southwold, Pet Friendly & Parking (Sleeps 4, 2 Bedroom) located?
This family-friendly Southwold cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Southwold Museum and St Edmund's Church. Southwold Beach and Southwold Pier are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely property in an ideal location, it had everything we needed!
Claire M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your small but perfectly formed review, much appreciated ! 'Excellent' is one of my favourite words! What a wonderful pair of guests you were! So pleased you had everything you needed, and thank you for leaving a message in the Visitors Book. We hope you will join us again!
The cottage, location and facilities were top notch, making every aspect really comfortable and an absolute home from home!
David R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2023
Thank you so much! You were all fantastic guests (including pooch) and we are so very happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to see you again sometime! So pleased you loved the location-that's why we fell in love with the cottage!
The cottage was ideally located and had all the things needed for a wonderful stay. Kerry provided lots of useful information and we thoroughly enjoyed our time in Southwold.
Brenda H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thanks so much Brenda-you were lovely guests and it was our pleasure having you to stay! We are so pleased you thoroughly enjoyed your time in our cottage and Southwold.
Lovely characterful cottage exceptionally clean and really well equipped with everything you could need. Shower efficient, bed and pillows comfy everything we needed to make a lovely stay. Great communication from Kerry and early checkin compared to other stays made a huge difference and we’d love to visit again. Cottage ideally located close to everything.
Frances B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2023
Thank you so much Frances-you and Neil were great guests! This is a very comprehensive review and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at 'Weavers Cottage'. In our view, comfort is everything so it's great you made comments relating to this and that you mentioned the cleanliness too. We do try hard to enable early check-in as we like to provide value for money-especially if it's a short stay. We like to give guests the longest stay possible! We would love to see you return-and thanks again for finding the time to write this review. Much appreciated!
A lovely little place in a perfect location for exploring Southwold
A cosy little place perfect for our group of 3 adults. The cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped. It was the perfect location for us (just a short stroll and you are in the main high street). We loved the cafes, restaurants, shop and the beach. Kerry could not have been more helpful from beginning to end. We would definitely stay here again
Joanna W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2023
Thank you so much Joanna-we are so pleased you found much to love in Southwold and that you enjoyed your stay with us too! We would love to see you again and thanks for choosing us!
A great little hide away in Southwold, ideally situated in the centre of the town.
We were very impressed with the cottage easy access to the common ideal for dog walks, the beach was five minutes away, the harbour with its wealth of places to eat fresh fish was a twenty minute walk away, harbour Inn great for food and lots of history of the fishing industry of Southwold.
Several pubs in the Town mostly dog friendly with good food.
Kerry the property propiertor was super helpful and kept us updated with all relevant info, all in all a great stay hope to return thank you.
David W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
This is a wonderful review-thank you David and Julia! It was our pleasure having you to stay-you were lovely guests. So pleased you loved Southwold and enjoyed Weavers Cottage too. Southwold is a great place to stay all year round-whatever the weather-and you have highlighted this-thank you! We certainly would love to see you again..
If you want somewhere near the centre and the beach this is the place for you - absolutely wonderful and such a beautiful cottage - communication with the host was excellent - A perfect Southwold cottage and plenty of room - bedding towels cleanliness all brilliant
Natalie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2023
Well-what a brilliant review-this is wonderful-thank you so much Natalie. We work hard to keep everything as clean as we possibly can and we love to make our guests comfortable so we really appreciate your comments. It's lovely to be appreciated! We can't thank you enough-and thankyou for being great guests too-we certainly hope to see you again!
We had a short stay at Weaver's cottage, and had a great time. The cottage is such a great location in Southwold, so close to the shops. It is very well equipped, and so nice to have things like tea, coffee, sugar, washing up liquid and much more provided. Great communication from the host, with lots of useful information about the local area and places to eat.
Jennifer R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2023
Hiya Jennifer-apologies-I've only just seen this wonderful review-thank you so much! You were lovely guests and we are so pleased you found so much to like! So glad you loved the location too! Hope to see you again sometime-Best Wishes-Kerry and Steve
As we opened the door there was a sense of freshness with a charming style. It was comfortable, very clean and well equipped. The rooms are small and the cottage staircase possibly awkward for some people but the space was uncluttered and suited the two of us fine. The location in Southwold was the excellent, close to beach, shops and best of all the common.
Maggie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thank you Maggie-it's so good to hear you liked the style and cleanliness of the cottage and that you found everything comfortable and well-equipped. Just to respond ref. the size of the rooms-and for reasons of clarification for potential guests-we do have many returning groups (of 4)-and ample comfortable seating in the living room (see pics)-and 2 very reasonably sized bedrooms. We thought (on purchase) the rooms compared very well with other small cottages we saw-some were very narrow (so difficult to comfortably furnish)-with only a shower room- and small bedrooms. The kitchen may be on the small side but it is fully equipped and the stairs (just10 and enclosed) are not overly steep- especially compared with some of the scary ones we saw! However-we welcome feedback and obviously guests should always consider their own comfort and physical capabilities-a downstairs bathroom isn't suitable for everybody for example! Thanks again Maggie for taking the time to say some lovely things-we are so pleased you enjoyed yoursleves!
Beautiful clean cottage in the centre of Southwold
Amazing communication with Kerry the owner , spotlessly clean and a perfect location for exploring Southwold and surrounding area. A lovely break away with our dog.
Jane K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2020
Thank you Jane-this is a lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we certainly hope to see you again-and hopefully when things are back to some sort of normality! Thanks for your useful and kind comments. All best wishes-Kerry and Steve
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10/10 Excellent
Patricia W.
18 Mar 2018
Great break in a delightful cottage which is our third time.
Weavers is a cosy cottage with an impressive selection of DVDs for cosy nights in . Facilities for self catering are excellent. Location is brilliant,just down the lane from the Common and 5 minutes to the shops, 2 minutes to Adnams for a bacon breakfast treat! We wouldn't stay anywhere else in Southwold.
Patricia W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Patricia! You are a star! Glad you like the DVD collection, they are constantly updated so all the top new releases are there for our guests to enjoy!
We think it's a good idea for cosy nights in, especially out of seaason!
We think the location is fab, we're so glad you like it and find everything convenient for your stay! You are great guests and we're just glad you keep coming back. We're changing the lounge furniture soon, so there'll be something different for you to see next time!
You are 5 star guests!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Annie B.
14 Apr 2017
Excellent in EVERY way.
Communication from owner excellent from the moment of booking. Warm, comfortable cottage with everything needed to have a relaxing and enjoyable break. Ideally situated, great for dog walks, the town and the beach. Kerry goes the extra mile to make sure your stay is everything you want it to be.
Annie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Well, I am speechless (which doesn't happen often)! This is really, really nice, thank you Annie! You have said some lovely things, and they are so appreciated. We do try really hard to pay attention to detail, and we do want our guests to get the max out of their holiday, as relaxation time is so important. It's great that you noticed our efforts!
I LOVE the title and I LOVE the 5 stars!
Thank you again, and we hope you come back so we can give you another warm welcome!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Patricia W.
28 Mar 2017
Cosy ,cute cottage with everything you need for a perfect holiday.
This is our second visit to the cottage. I decided to celebrate my 60th birthday in Southwold this year. The cottage is in a perfect location,quiet yet within easy walking distance of shops common,beach and all manner of places to eat. It is brilliant!
Patricia W.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Patricia.
This is a lovely review, and it was great to see you back for a second visit.
Your friends in Loom (also staying with us) said that they really enjoyed the Birthday Party on The Pier on Saturday night, it sounded great fun!
Just so pleased you like Weavers Cottage and that you had a memorable 60th!
Here's to the next party!
We love the 5 stars, thank you so much...
Kerry and Steve.
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10/10 Excellent
Gloria R.
25 Feb 2017
A 'special place'.
A well appointed, comfortable 'home from home' containing everything needed to make my first 'cottage holiday' such a pleasant experience. The welcome gift from Kerry and Steve came as a complete surprise and made us feel really 'special'. The information pack was comprehensive, helping us find places to enjoy coffees and excellent evening meals. The proximity to the Common and Beach proved popular with Smudge a Cocker Spaniel who enjoyed the sand and sea! We look forward with anticipation to our next visit.
Gloria R.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Well, thank you so much, what a lovely review! It was an absolute pleasure to have you all to stay. As for Smudge, top marks, you wouldn't even know he'd visited!
There are some lovely people in this world, and Gloria I'm sure you're one of them!
You, Sheila and Smudge are all welcome back!
I am very pleased you found all the information useful, I find it's always helpful to have a few personal recommendations. Southwold really has some great eateries, we are lucky!
The award of 5 stars has made me and Mr.P very happy people.
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10/10 Excellent
john d.
3 Feb 2017
SUPERB
A PERFECT COSY COTTAGE IN AN IDEAL LOCATION. WE FELT AT HOME FROM THE FIRST MINUTE . WILL DEFINETELY COME BACK .
john d.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Well, this is definitely one of my all time favourite reviews! Thank you for taking the time and trouble to relay your comments to us and thank you for leaving everything so clean and tidy, and for the 5 stars! Hoorah!
The heading is absolutely perfect, and we love it! What can I say, except SUPERB is just the best heading we could wish for! You have both given us something to smile about!
Come back and see us sometime!
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8/10 Good
Jane B.
27 Oct 2016
Clean, cosy and convenient
We spent 5 days at Weavers Cottage and found it a perfect base for our stay in lovely Southwold. Only a few minutes walk from all the attractions of the town, the cottage has the added bonus of access down the lane straight on to the common and into the countryside. It's well-equipped and warm with comfy beds, and although the wifi is a bit ropey, we enjoyed the range of DVDs on offer. Kerry the owner was very friendly and helpful at all stages of the booking. Highly recommended, as it is also great value for money.
Jane B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you Jane for taking the time to write this review. Not quite top marks ( I love my 5 stars I'm afraid! ) but lots of positive comments, which is great!
It may be that the internet was playing up that week as we
have never had any negative feedback before.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Debbie B.
7 Jan 2015
Wonderful Stay
This is the first time that I had been to Southwold and also the first time I had been away for Christmas in the UK with my Mum and our two small dogs. The cottage is as described, very cosy and we felt at home straight away. Its location is fantastic with being at the beginning of the High Street and so close to the Common with a lovely stroll through the High Street to the Beach. A nice touch was the Christmas Hamper that we were left with some yummy contents which was so unexpected. A special thanks also for all my questions being answered so promptly by Kerry prior to our stay. We will definitely be returning again, hopefully in the not too distant future!
Debbie B.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
It's so good to hear that you and your mum had a great time in Weavers Cottage! I'm also glad it was fun for the doggies! I love all the preparations, choosing all the hamper goodies etc so it's great to see it was appreciated. We would love to see you again, and thanks so much for taking the trouble to write this review. Have a fantastic 2015!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
5 Nov 2014
Delivers on all levels
For many years we have taken a weeks holiday in Scotland - same resort same accommodation. We tend to judge all uk holidays by the high standards we enjoy in Scotland, so I was a little unsure what Southwold would bring. This our first visit to suffolk, town and weavers cottage chosen at random. What a revelation, a lovely restful spot with good shops, restaurants and walks. Weavers cottage is in a perfect spot, and delivered everything promised. This truly is a home from home and Kerry we thank you for giving us the opportunity of taking such a delightful weeks holiday. If the cottage remains available we will make every effort to return again and again.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Dennis, thank you so much for this comprehensive review. I am so glad you and the family enjoyed your 'random' holiday! I enjoyed hearing about your culinary delights (you needed a walk to work off such treats no doubt), and it's great to hear that you may return! It would be lovely to welcome you and Sheena back sometime! Thank you so much for your custom, and 'hoorah' for the 5 stars!!!
We love Southwold and I want all my guests to feel the same way.....
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10/10 Excellent
Catherine H.
8 Sept 2014
Magical Week
My husband and I along with our Jack Russell have just returned from a magical week at Weavers. We could not believe our luck with the location of the cottage, a stones throw from the common and the Adnams shop what heaven. The cottage is very well equipped with a fantastic dvd selection. Southwold is a wonderful friendly place and if you are a golfer the course on the common is friendly and fun to play. Kerry was extremely helpful with useful information and very nice and easy to deal with. To crown it all we had fantastic weather. I cannot recommend this lovely cottage and Southwold enough.
Catherine H.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you! This is a lovely review, and I am so lucky to have such fantastic guests! I really appreciate your comments, and the best thing is that you had a great holiday in 'Weavers Cottage' as that's what it's all about! Yes, I know we 'bang on' about it but I would challenge anybody to find a better location in Southwold, it has such a 'holiday feel' about it, and I'm so pleased doggie had fun as well (I love Jack Russells).We've been so lucky with the weather, and that makes two great Summers in a row! I'm also glad that the golf course got a mention, (especially as it's so near the cottage), I'm not a golfer myself (luckily for the passing public!) but I hear it's a nice course. Hoorah!!!!! I love the 5 stars, and thank you my lovely guests for making my day! You will always be welcome!!!!!!!!!
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10/10 Excellent
27 Apr 2014
Weavers a little gem
Myself, husband, sister in law and brother in law had a great 4 nights in Southwold. The cottage was lovely and cosy and tucked away. We chatted and laughed with the people who rented Loom and they kindly let us put our bikes in the garage. We shall definately book again with Kerry who was very helpful with information. Thankyou from all of us.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Hi Margaret & Barry,
Well, I'm so glad you all enjoyed your stay! I must say I got the distinct impression that you guys know how to have fun! It's also really nice to know that you had a good time with the guests next door, and I'm most impressed you all went biking, how energetic of you!
It would be really lovely to have you back in either cottage, and thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you and thank you again for the precious five stars! (Five thank you's to match!!!!!)
Hoorah!
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10/10 Excellent
Katherine Taylor
26 Feb 2014
Little Gem
Excellent property, very clean with lovely clean fresh bedding and accurately described. Very good contact with the owner who answered every email, no matter how trivial. Very easy to access beach and Main Street, car not needed if you want to stay in Southwold. We didn't eat out and the kitchen provided all the things we needed to cook meals for 4. This is a small house but we were comfortable with 2 teenagers. Very reasonably priced compared to other properties in Southwold.
Katherine Taylor
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Perfect! This is a lovely review, and I'm glad you found Weavers Cottage good value for money! I really like the header 'little gem' as I think it does sum up the property, and it's certainly very well placed (as mentioned) for all amenities in Southwold. I am really happy you all enjoyed yourselves and it would be a pleasure to see you again sometime! I must say that I am so lucky to have so many really lovely visitors to both cottages, I do appreciate it! I'll be paying a visit soon and I'm looking forward to a slap up meal in 'The Crown' and also some Marks' Fish & Chips..what fun!
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10/10 Excellent
Sheila McGuinness
3 Jan 2014
Lovely cottage
We stayed at Weavers cottage for a weekend after Christmas and we loved it. The cottage is in a great location, is fully equipped and spotlessly clean, making it feel very homely. Our children declared it the best place ever and really didn't want to leave. It was very cosy and we really enjoyed staying there. Thank you!
Sheila McGuinness
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Hooray!!! This is great!!! I am so pleased you all had fun!!! I'm so happy the children loved it, and hopefully we'll see you again..
Thank you so much.
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10/10 Excellent
Neil F.
11 Sept 2013
Weekend break
Perfect location in Southwold, parked the car nearby and never used it again. The cottage is perfect for a weekend getaway, has all the mod cons you'd need, comfortable and very clean. Kerry is diligent with emails and information, would love to stay there again.
Neil F.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for this review for Weavers Cottage. The 5 stars are very welcome, and the comments about my efficiency (returning emails etc) are very welcome, and form an important part of the whole visitor experience.It's often the case that we don't use the car at all when visiting either cottage!
Can't wait to see you both (and doggie) again!!!!!!!!!!
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10/10 Excellent
22 Aug 2013
Summer 2013
We had a lovely time at Weaver's Cottage in Southwold. The cottage itself is lovely. Big enough yet still cosy and spotlessly clean. Neighbours in Spinners Lane are delightful and very helpful, letting us know the best places to eat, visit and park and even lending us their drive on occasion!
Very close to the town centre and beach for shopping, dining and sunbathing (we had glorious weather).
You will not be disappointed with your stay at Weaver's Cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Yes! Yes! 5 Stars! Thank you so much! It's absolutely great you obviously had a great time..
I'm so glad the neighbours were so helpful ( they usually are!). However, there is a comprehensive guide in each property listing local eateries/ opinions on the food/ value etc. This couldn't be a nicer review, thanks again for the comments and observations! I know your family made best use of the outside space/sitting area in the evenings, because I heard you struck up a friendship with the holidaymakers next door! Maybe we'll see all of you again next year..hope so! Glad the sun was shining too!
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8/10 Good
18 Aug 2013
everything you need
We had one weeks stay in July at weavers cottage just me & my mother, we wanted somewhere to relax where we felt at home but also on holiday where we could go for nice walks along the beach with the dogs, sit & eat fish & chips & watch world go by at a slow pace & this place was the perfect place, the cottage was very well equipt & nicely decorated you had everything you could possibly need we could not find fault, southwold common was just at the end of the drive which was perfect in the mornings for the dogs to have a good run & again in the evenings I would sit on the bench while the dogs run around and watch the sun go down oh & the weather was perfect the only negative i can say about southwold is the prices of items in the local shops ie bakers one single cake was ?2.80 so if you dont like cake you will be fine.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks so much for these comments, I love the header. In response to the price of cakes, well, the bakery mentioned is an artisan Bakery, and certainly some of the cakes are delicious, so yes, they are a little expensive, and a tad small portion wise. However, there is a more standard type bakers opposite where the prices are lower.
However, sometimes you do get what you pay for, for example; The Black Olive Deli sells quite pricey pies, but I have to say that since actually forcing myself to fork out and buy one (chicken and shiitake mushroom) I have to say it was so tasty, it was worth every penny!
I'm just really pleased that Weavers Cottage delivered on all counts and could not be faulted, and I'm so glad the location proved so convenient (we think the position couldn't be bettered because it's so central and yet so secluded) and it would be lovely to see you again! Thank you for coming to Weavers Cottage, and I'm so glad your mum enjoyed it!
Writing this has made me hungry...I'm already looking forward to my next visit to Marks' for some yummy cod and chips...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
About the host
Hosted by Kerry Pace
I come from Potters Bar in Hertfordshire-and as children- the only holidays we ever had were in Southwold. My grandmother moved to Walberswick when I reached my teens so gradually I became more and more familiar with the area. My husband came from Croydon ( we settled in Warlingham, Surry nearby) and I certainly would never have guessed we would end up living here permanently-but it happened! Weavers came up for sale so (after much shuffling of finances) we bought it (enjoying family holidays ourselves) and managed any lettings from afar. When Loom came on the market (although not a practical or sensible purchase at the time) 9 years later we went for it! In 2015 we realised life is short (and special) so (almost on a whim) we sold up, moved to St George's Square and decided to manage the cottages ourselves full-time. We still love London (so we're always on the road) and all it has to offer but we can now offer a personal service to our guests which would have been impossible otherwise. Southwold is truly a unique place-the shopkeepers are so friendly-the air is clear (see the stars)-food is really good-our guests are lovely-it is relaxed-what's not to like? The season is now all year round-January is one of our busiest times-it's amazing! New Year is absolutely rammed to the rafters-and Feb Half Term and October Half Term are the same! We have a flexible approach-we offer one night stays occasionally( out of season and on other occasions too) plus frequently offer 2 nightly stays-this is unusual plus we are competitive price wise too!
Why they chose this property
The location is simply perfect-private-in a private lane-with parking availability too. Located just off Southwold Common with access through the stile at the end of the lane. The golf course and numerous walks (including to Walberswick) on your doorstep-and yet-you're just off the High Street too! Seven minutes walk to the beach-2 minutes to the nearest fish and chip shop-5 minutes to eateries and pubs. Hoorah! We thought we knew Southwold well-but until Weavers came up for sale we didn't even know Spinners Lane existed! It's so 'tucked away'-like a special secret! Also, we couldn't afford a bigger place so it was important that we chose a place that was practical and comfortable-we had to make the most of our budget. Many properties we saw were not practical-stairs were too steep-the price was too high- the front door opened right onto the street-there was no parking-the front room was just too small to fit decent furniture etc. Weavers is not large but the proportions are good (it's not pokey)-it ticked the boxes- luckily-we liked it and so do our customers! It has a real holiday feel-and you can sit out the front watching the world go by without a care in the world!
What makes this property unique
Location, location, location! Parking Availability. Mention your special occasion and we'll provide a treat for your loved one! Southwold Common on your doorstep-shops round the corner!