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Lighthouse View Cottage

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A coastal town with a wooden pier, a lighthouse, and colorful buildings along the shore.
A bedroom with two single beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a small wall-mounted shelf.
A living room with a white sofa, red cushions, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a television.
A kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, and washing machine.
A wooden dining table set with plates, cups, and cutlery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Southwold Beach
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Garden
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Southwold, ENG
  • Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southwold Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southwold Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lighthouse View Cottage

Lighthouse View in Southwold is a comfortable and welcoming holiday cottage sleeping four people in two bedrooms. This early-Victorian cottage is by St.James' Green in the very heart of this attractive coastal town. From the front door it is just yards to the promenade and sea.

Not only does Lighthouse View offer an excellent holiday location but Southwold's landmark lighthouse stands just over the wall of the cottage's rear courtyard. The fully-operational lighthouse is accessed from nearby Stradbroke Road and is open on certain dates for visitors to climb up to the top to enjoy the wonderful views. Children (and perhaps adults) will be captivated by the gentle rotation of the lights from the lighthouse in the evening.

Car parking is freely available in the immediate area. Indeed you may park your car on arrival and not use it again throughout your stay.

Owners Russ and Sue are happy to share their delightful cottage with holidaymakers who would love to experience this wonderful location in the charming town of Southwold. Children over 4 years are welcome as is one well-behaved dog.

For the young and the young at heart this super seaside cottage has so much to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Minimum age 4 years.
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Events

No events allowed
No stag / hen parties etc accepted.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
X1 pet allowed. Must not be left unattended.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1) No dogs to be left unattended in the cottage. 2) Dogs not permitted on furniture 3) 'Doggy poo' in the courtyard must be removed prior to departure

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8151322
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No stag / hen parties etc accepted.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Reydon

Located in Southwold, this cottage is near the beach. Southwold Museum and Halesworth Airfield Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Southwold Maize Maze and Henstead Exotic Gardens. Africa Alive! and The Cut Arts Centre are also worth visiting.
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Southwold, ENG

What's nearby

  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Southwold Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Southwold Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Edmund's Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Southwold Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Darsham Station - 17 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Randolph - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Adnams Cellar & Kitchen Store - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lighthouse View Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse View Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse View Cottage?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Lighthouse View Cottage located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Southwold Beach, St Edmund's Church and Southwold Museum. Southwold Pier and Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding property, wonderful host in the perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2026
Hi Tom, Thank you for leaving a review. I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope we can entice you back in future. Best wishes, Russ.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was absolutely perfect, we have been visiting southwold for years and it was so lovely to be so close to the beach and shops.We felt the cottage was slightly dated, it could benift from new sofas, one in particular wasn't very comfortable. Bed sheets, towels and bathroom was very clean but we felt the rest of the house needed a bit of an extra clean, there was a thick layer of dust on the bed frame, skirting boards and under the beds, also a build up of dirt on top of the washing machine, had there been a little more attention to detail with the cleaning it would have made it a perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Hi Diane, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, it is appreciated. We take all guests comments seriously and I am so sorry you found the cottage a little dated. We have deliberately tried to retain its original character whilst adding modern touches such as the electric fire and stand in shower unit. We have also incurred significant expense in the last year or so ensuring that it meets all the latest fire risk regulations. It was also painted on the outside just prior to your arrival. We have to date nearly always received positive comments for the cleanliness of the cottage so I was surprised to receive your feedback here, but will address this. We do replace our sofa’s periodically and they are due a further refresh in the next 12–24 months. We also take steps to try and improve the cottage as each year passes. I do hope we can entice you back in future and thank you once again for choosing to stay at Lighthouse View. All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing week

Lovely place would recommend 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Hi Roger, Thank you for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is appreciated. I am so pleased you had an enjoyable stay and hope we can entice you back to Lighthouse view in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cosy cottage in excellent location.

Lovely cosy cottage just steps away from the beach and close to a nice pub and the Adnams brewery. The bath in the main bedroom is a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2024
Hi Neil, #Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, it is appreciated. I am so pleased you had an enjoyable stay at Lighthouse View and I do hope we can entice you back in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southward

Very comfortable property. Ideal for the beach and town centre. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2024
Hi Dorothy, Thank you for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is appreciated. We do hope we can entice you back in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a lovely few days in lighthouse view very comfortable had everything we needed thankyou

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Sue, Many thanks for your feedback, it is appreciated. I do hope we can tempt you back to Lighthouse View in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Perfect location , spotlessly clean and great communication from owners
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2025
Thank you for your feedback and for choosing to stay at Lighthouse view! We do hope we can welcome you back in future! All the very best, Russ and Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cottage and location

Alot of love has gone into this cottage and it is a home from home .Great location in the centre of Southwold right in front of the lighthouse. Its quaint with a modern shower and bath .Great beds and towells .Spotlessly clean and well equipped with a lovely small courtyard which was great for our dog .We would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2023
Hi Lisa, Thank you for the time you have taken to provide feedback, it is greatly appreciated. I’m so pleased you had an enjoyable stay at lighthouse view and hope we can entice you back in future! All the very best, Russ.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely lighthouse view cottage

Everything and more we could have wished for. Marvellous hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb 2023
Hi Ian, Just a brief note to thank you for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is appreciated. I do hope we can entice you back to Lighthouse View in future! All the very best, Russ.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful cottage close yo the beach

The cottage was very comfortable. The decor was recent but kept sympathetic to the period. Immaculate throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback Linda, it is appreciated. I do hope we can entice you back to Lighthouse View in future. All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in a fab location

Comfortable and cosy cottage in the heart of Southwold. A few steps away from great pubs, Adnams brewery and excellent independent food shops. Lots of great walking from the doorstep and further afield along the coast. Great communication from the host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2025
Hi Amanda, Thank you for your feedback it is appreciated. I am so pleased you had an enjoyable time and I do hope we can welcome you back in future. Alll the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we wanted

Perfect little cottage in the middle of Southwold. Everything on our doorstep so easy to nip in and out as we wished. Our dog loved it too, short stroll to the beach for zoomies 😄. Would definitely consider staying here again for a relaxing break.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2024
Hi Dawn, Thank you for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is appreciated. I am so pleased you had an enjoyable stay and hope we can entice you back in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Great as usual
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2022
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback Rex it is appreciated. I am so pleased you had another enjoyable stay. All the very best, Russ
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice village

Rather small for 4 adults, unusual wardrobe arrangements
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
Hi Susan, Many thanks for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is appreciated. The house may be a little small for four adults and perhaps it is better suited to 3 adults or two adults and two children. I’m not sure what we can do about the wardrobe arrangement so as there is a reasonable amount of space for clothes for a holiday in our view. I do hope we can entice you back in future! Kind regards, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Great location and lovely for dog walking on beach (September- April). V small house but warm. Stairs v narrow & bathroom small, but everything you need. Good communication with Russell.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2021
Hi Judy, Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave feedback, it is greatly appreciated. I do hope we can entice you back to Lighthouse view in future! In the meantime, I wish you and yours very happy New Year! Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

Most enjoable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Gary, Thank you for your feedback, it is appreciated. I’m so pleased you’ve had an enjoyable stay at Lighthouse view, and I do hope we can tempt you back in future! All the very best, Russ.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay at Lighthouse View

We really enjoyed our time at Lighthouse View. Russ was fantastic to deal with and very responsive. The lovely cottage was exactly as appears in the photos. The location was perfect - Sole Bay Inn 15 steps away with the sea view as you step out the door and a very close walk. Central location to all the interesting things to see and do. Be mindful of the steep stairs to the bed and bath if you have mobility issues. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely long weekend

We really enjoyed our long weekend in Lighthouse View cottage in Southwold. The cottage is perfectly situated for the town and for the beach. The cottage has everything you would need. We would not hesitate to book it again for future visits to our favourite corner of England. We did a tour of the Adnams Brewery which is only a two minute walk away. We also visited Snape and went to a performance at the Maltings.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2020
Hi Ian, Many thanks for your feedback it is appreciated. We do hope we can entice you back before too long! With warmest regards, Russ & Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Bolthole!!

Really quaint cottage,very cosy,very well equipped....Could not fault it.....Just idyllic for us.Location to Seafront & beach ...mins away,shops&cafes nearby.....Ease of booking and communication from hosts was very professional...I guess yes the stairs are steep so good to be aware if limited mobility or issues of this nature,otherwise just 'Perfect'.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2023
Hi Bea, Thank you for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is appreciated. I do hope we can entice you back in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Super in every repect. Stayed here for several years now. Always one word of warning for the elderly and infirm, the we stairs are very steep. Care is needed. Other than that, superb. I think I'll be going for a few years yet, hopefull. Always take some warm clothing !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We had a day in Southwold a couple of years previous and wanted to come back for longer. This cottage was perfect! only a short walk from the beach and the town centre. We really couldnt ask for any more. Only negative (If any) is the fight for a parking spot. But worst case, there's always parking available on the front withour restrictions. So its a case of park there and wait for the opportunity to move your car closer later on. But all in all, one of the most relaxing holidays we've ever had. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Hi Bill, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back in future. Best wishes, Russ & Sue
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Wonderful little cottage BUT be warned.....exceedingly steep stairs. We are ok with these at present although there will come a time when we can not manage them! Incredible state of the art tech. such as TV. Shower. Internet. heating systems etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2021
Hi Rex, Many thanks for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback it is appreciated. I am sorry you struggled with the stairs. We do reference the steep stairs in our particulars but it is difficult to convey this without experiencing them. Nonetheless, I am glad you all had a wonderful stay and hope we can entice you back in future! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escapeism

Easy straight- forward procedure. Fantastic cottage in wonderful Southwold. One observation directed at not so "firm" folk. The stairs, as to be expected, are steep and a bit tricky. Another well placed grab rail would help. Having said that, despite having had THREE knee replacements, I managed fine! Highly recommend this sympathetically renovated quintisencial Southwold delight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Rex, Many thanks for taking the time and trouble to provide feedback, it is greatly appreciated. With regards to your comment re: the stair, this is a fair one and we do appreciate your helpful suggestion, although a grab rail would make the stairway a little narrower. We will reflect on your observation. Most importantly, we are delighted you had an enjoyable stay and sincerely hope we can entice you back in future! In the meantime, we thank you for choosing to stay at Lighthouse View! All the very best, Russ & Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage, very nice host.

All was good with the cottage and our host. Our break was badly let down with communication with VBRO. We contacted them 3 times regarding an issue with the TVand received replies saying ‘sorry something went wrong at our end’ . This is not good enough and makes me reluctant to use VBRO in the future. Kath
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2024
Hi Kath, Many thanks for your feedback. I am so sorry that you had an issue with the TV. Please could you enlighten me as the problem? If you had contacted me on the VRBO e-mail thread I would have done my best to try and resolve the issue. I do hope we can entice you back in future and thank you once again to choosing to stay at Lighthouse View - we know you have a choice! All the very best, Russ
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, great location for the town and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2026
Thank you provide for providing feedback Natalie, it is appreciated. I do hope we can entice you and yours back to Lighthouse view in future! In the meantime, thank you once again for choosing to stay at our cottage! All the very best, Russ

About the host

Hosted by Russell Hall

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Owners Russ and Sue are pleased to share their delightful cottage with holidaymakers who would love to experience this wonderful location in the charming town of Southwold. Children over 4 years are welcome as is one well-behaved dog.

Why they chose this property

After much dreaming of owning a holiday home by the sea we finally made our dream a reality when we bought Lighthouse View in October 2013!

Our whole family fell in love with the property as soon as we set foot in it - it just felt right! Our children were also mesmerised by the views of the iconic lighthouse from the rear bedroom which they have claimed!





What makes this property unique

Lighthouse View is ideally located close to the beach with it's famous coloured beach huts being a stones throw away, our favourite pub - The Sole Bay Inn being a few doors away and the town being a mere two to three minute walk away.

Not only does Lighthouse View offer an excellent holiday location but Southwold's landmark lighthouse stands just over the wall of the cottage's rear courtyard. The fully-operational lighthouse is accessed from nearby Stradbroke Road and is open on certain dates for visitors to climb up to the top to enjoy the wonderful views. Children (and the young at heart) will be captivated by the gentle rotation of the lights from the lighthouse in the evening.

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