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Skimming Stones

Southwold, Suffolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 1
4
star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Beautifully renovated four-bedroom four bathroom property
  • Open plan living/dining room with wood burner 
  • Within easy walking distance of the Pier and the town centre
Property code: OC-HSKIMM

With its stylish interior, designer garden and tranquil views, this stunning holiday cottage makes a delightful base for families and groups of friends looking to explore Southwold and the Suffolk coast. Located in the north of the town with views over Buss Creek, Southwold Pier and beach with its colourful beach huts is just 500 metres away, while the high street with its independent shops, pubs and restaurants and iconic lighthouse is just a short walk away. Part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the entire region is much loved by walkers and birdwatchers with nearby reserves including RSPB Minsmere (11 miles). Hop on the ferry (or drive 8 miles) to the quaint town of Walberswick, renowned for its crabbing culture, sandy beach and nature reserve, or visit the artistic town of Aldeburgh (18 miles).

This four bedroom, four bathroom contemporary cottage has been extended and renovated, and offers beautiful styling and fantastic attention to detail throughout. A garden path leads to the front door on the side of the property and into an entrance hall with a utility cupboard and door to the downstairs bedroom. The main living space is open plan, featuring a combined lounge, kitchen and diner with bi-fold doors leading out to the garden. This is a light and spacious room with a fitted kitchen running along the outer wall, a cosy living space with a selection of seating arranged around the TV and wood burner, and a large dining table. The ground-floor bedroom with zip link twin/king bed has views over the creek with a shower room next door. There are three spacious bedrooms on the first floor, each with an en-suite. The master has a king-size bed, an en-suite shower room and views over Buss Creek. There’s another king-size room with an en-suite shower room and garden views, and a twin bedroom with a roll-top bath in the en-suite and views over the creek.

Outside, there’s a delightful coastal garden. Bi-fold doors lead from the house to a patio area with an outdoor table and chairs, then three steps lead up to the main garden where shrubs and small trees border the path to the open-sided garden room, which features a covered patio table.

  • 4 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 twin, 1 twin (which can be made into a king-size bed on request)
  • 4 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WC, and 1 en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath and WC
  • Electric oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher
  • Utility cupboard with washer/dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided for visits between November and March)
  • Underfloor heating
  • Smart TV
  • Enclosed garden featuring decking with outdoor furniture, and an open-sided garden room up some steps with a covered picnic table
  • Ample on-road parking directly outside property
  • Shop, pub and beach 200 metres
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Heidi Brackenbury

This property joined our collection in the last 12 months and is managed by Heidi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Deborah, 9th April 2025

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Reviewed by Hilary, 20th March 2025

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Reviewed by Kevin, 26th February 2025

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This is a lovely house with great facilities in a lovely location. There are a number of great touches, including the welcome pack, which make this a great place to stay.

Reviewed by Tim, 18th February 2025

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Reviewed by Lisa, 10th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jill, 2nd July 2024

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A deceptively spacious house with a large sociable space for relaxing and dining. The location is ideal for walking to the town and seafront yet it is in a quiet road with good views over the marshes from the front bedroom.

Reviewed by Samantha, 26th June 2024

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Reviewed by Jo, 15th June 2024

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A lovely house with lots of room to spread out. A nice walk into Southwold with a lovely outlook to the front of the house. A really private, enclosed garden. The kitchen is incredibly well equipped with a great sized dining table to accommodate everyone.

Reviewed by Ian, 9th April 2024

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An excellent, stylish and comfortable property for a larger family with a great seating area for family evenings together and a well-equipped a kitchen with a large table. Great for the dogs who could pop outside safely in the fenced garden. Very well-placed for walking to the beach the town and to Walberswicke so we hardly used the car.

Reviewed by Lesley, 19th March 2024

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The house was warm, comfortable and very roomy. It was also very well equipped.

Reviewed by Kate, 19th February 2024

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Reviewed by Caroline, 30th November 2023

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Reviewed by David, 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by Deborah, 13th September 2023

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Reviewed by Jane, 31st August 2023

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Reviewed by Vicki, 12th August 2023

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This property was lovely! It was very comfortable and clean, and it was perfect for the age range of people in our party (17-80). It was especially suitable for one of our party who has very limited mobility which made the week very straightforward from the point of view of accessing all the downstairs rooms and facilities. We had a wonderful week.Read more Thank you, we would definitely return! Hide

Reviewed by Duncan, 29th July 2023

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Great cottage for 8 people, (2 families) with lovely, tastefully designed bedrooms and big communal area. Well situated. Great for a holiday

Reviewed by Lisa, 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Jane, 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Selina, 30th April 2023

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