Secret Cottage, Southwold

We had a lovely little break here.

We loved this cosy cottage with all its facilities in such a fantastic location. We would love to come back here again!

Definitely bijou,and stairs fairly steep, but overall a comfortable holiday base.

Beds very comfortable and plenty of towels!

The cottage is in a great location for exploring Southwold.

It's comfortable and mostly has everything you need. The kitchen area is not really designed for those who want to self cater as there is no storage cupboard for food shopping. The property was clean and tidy on arrival. We found the lack of outdoor space difficult as we had beach things to dry and although there is a washing line which the listing said you can use there were no pegs for using this in the property. There were several lightbulbs that need replacing too and none in the cupboard to replace them with. We also found one neighbor to be quite intrusive, he knocked on our door several times while we were staying for various reasons. Overall it was a good base for our break.

Shower door needs sorting.

Didn’t look as if behind the tele had been cleaned for a while. ☹️ Apart from that the cottage was lovely and the facilities were just right. Location suited us very well and would recommend to anybody.

As a solo traveller, who basically just needs a base, and doesn't spend much time there, other than for sleeping, I like the Secret Cottage.

But I think it could do with a bit of a spruce up. I would also like the option of a lighter duvet available, if that were possible. Like almost everywhere I stay, the tog ratings for duvet are >10 (even in winter I have a 7.5) and I struggle to sleep well, even with no heating on. But, as I say, I like the Secret Cottage, so I'll be back! Cheers

The property was very comfortable and had most everything we needed.

The neighbours were very friendly and knowledgeable. The wifi worked very well. Some of the kitchen cutlery/crockery wasn't too clean. There is nowhere to store food. An extra cupboard in the kitchen would be a good addition. The shower door doesn't close properly. Some spare lightbulbs would have been appreciated. (Bulbs blown in livingroom and one bedside lamp.) These are just minor quibbles, and didn't spoil our holiday. The property is in a good location: near to the beach, shops, pub, and easy access to places of interest. There is no DVD player (even though one is included in the listing.) This was a big minus for us, as we specifically checked for this facility before booking.

A lovely cottage in such a good position close to the sea and town.

Easy access to beach, shops and harbour. Very peaceful, apart from seagulls ! Previous feedback criticised seating and beds. I found both acceptable. The cottage was clean and tidy but decor could do with refresh ready for the main season.

Dull drab and dreary sitting area.

Uncomfortable sofa. Dirty shower, mould and filth in corners. Shoddy exterior paint work. When using hoover to clean the thing just stinks the property out. Filthy waste bin. Ridiculous small wash basins. Stupid overhead light bulbs, dangerous. Upstairs pretty well OK. Otherwise just dull,dull,dull. no where outside to sit. Although opposed to other peoples thoughts the neighbor was most pleasant. We saw no pride in the property and thus no respect for clients. Position of property fine for town etc. All very sad really, would be reluctant to use Sykes again.

We stayed at Secret Cottage for Christmas week.

Previous reviews highlighted uncomfortable bed and sofa, but my husband and I did not find this to be the case and we were perfectly happy. The cottage was warm and comfortable. Despite being so close to a pub, there was no noise at all, and a lovely hot shower. We hope to be back next year!

A very pleasant little cottage in a very convenient central location but marred by the incredibly uncomfortable settee which had hardly any back support and made sitting on in the evenings a rather unpleasant experience.

Also the mattresses on the beds were rather lumpy although not as uncomfortable as the settee.

The property was superbly situated, clean and very well equipped.

Our main issue was that the beds and seating were most uncomfortable and as we had a few days of downpours it made this very apparent. A couple of small things to add 1. Towels - these were very off white - almost grey and dingy - I would recommend changing asap. 2. A neighbour left their very strong bright courtyard light on all night that made the thin roller blinds in the bedrooms ineffective. The solution could be to have a word with the neighbour or to invest in either black-out blinds or the addition of some lined curtains. 3. Toilet rolls - its a good job we brought some tissues! Leaving just enough for one visit to the loo in both toilets was not a positive and yes we left plenty. Other little bits:- Air freshener in toilet was empty. Blind cords kept breaking. We cleaned, hoovered and left the property as we found it.

Secret Cottage was just perfect and had everything that I needed.

The location was perfect too as just a few minutes walk from anything. A perfect bolthole :)

Absolutely lovely, only spoiled by the petty mindiness of the courtyard owner.

Secret Cottage is perfectly located for the beach and exploring the shops and delights of Southwold.

Lovely cottage, well equipped and comfortable, we had a great stay. We are used to having a little welcome pack or at a minimum milk in the fridge on arrival, which was not included. The shop was only a short walk away however. This would be a welcome touch next time/ for future guests.

The cottage is beautiful and very comfy.

The location could not be better with the beach just steps from the door. The cottage had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay. We would love to come back.

Great location for the town centre.

The cottage was immaculately clean and well equipped. Thank you so much for the complimentary wine and chocolates. Milk in the fridge was particularly appreciated. A lovely short break.

The cottage was lovely and so nice it's tucked away from the main streets.

Brilliant facilities and the showers was great. Well equipped kitchen and the L shape sofa give plenty of room when relaxing, We will definitely be back and have recommended to our family as well.

Property is in an ideal location, three minute walk to sea front, 5 minute walk to High Street shops, restaurants and cafes.

We had no problem parking on street outside of the property. The Secret Cottage was quiet, clean, warm and well equipped. Fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, vacuum cleaner, iron, microwave and modern multi oven. Can’t really fault it, other than the beds are firm, which if you like a firm bed is great. The light house is across the road, the pier is an eight minute walk away along the sea front. In mid May Southwold is peaceful, with lots of things to do, and great walks to Walberswick. The Secret Cottage is good value for money, and won’t disappoint. This was our first booking with Sykes Cottages, so a bit apprehensive, but now we are confident to book future getaways with them.

We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay at Secret Cottage.

The location of the cottage is perfect ….. close to the lovely golden beach and also to Southwold’s charming shops and restaurants. The cottage is appointed to a very high standard and is warm, welcoming and comfortable . This was our first visit to Southwold and did not disappoint. We would highly recommend Secret Cottage and hope to visit again soon . Thank you for a lovely stay.

The Secret Cottage was perfect for our needs.

Conviently close to the shops, restaurants and pubs of Southwold and a short stroll to the pier, beach and promenade. The property is cosy, well equipped and tastefully decorated throughout.

A lovely cottage in a great setting right next to the lighthouse.

All the little extras were very welcome after a long drive, including the wine! We will definitely be back!!

Really enjoyable stay for 4 nights at Secret Cottage.

Adequate acommodation for 2 people. Beds very comfortable. Very little cupboard space. Neighbours seem to be using the dustbin. They came over twice during my visit. Have left a note for owners. Best feature of the property is its proximity to the sea front. Also very near high street.

We’ve had a great holiday in Southwold and already booked for the end of July in a different property and the following comments are nitpicking really.

The property location is very good for the beach and all amenities, good pub a few yards away. We were lucky to find a solitary parking spot a short walk to the property ( don’t look for the black gate as a reference point the door is permanently open so can’t really be spotted from your car), but I can imagine that parking would be difficult in high season. The courtyard is strictly off limits other than to go to the bin or peg washing out which is a bit disappointing and felt a bit like you were trespassing as soon as you stepped out of the door. The property itself was ‘compact’

The property was advertised that the courtyard which it was in was not part of the cottage and could only be used for access.

Not clear as to whether or not you could use the courtyard to leave belongings outside and dry items of clothing during your stay. There was a lack of cereal bowls available and also the flooring in the kitchen area beneath a rug seemed to spring under foot like the floor joist beneath had rotten. If the floorboards do give way at some point whoever is using it at the time will have a nasty accident. The handrail on the stairs only had a top handrail and no mid rail this would be a potential issue to young children falling through the banister into the kitchen / lounge below.

We had a lovely stay at the secret cottage.

Perfect location. Really comfortable and clean. We would love to come back.

The Cottage was lovely and cosy.

On arrival it was very clean and warm. It was in a great location the beach and shops were both within a few minutes walk. A great place to stay.

We enjoyed our stay, it wasn’t that clear on the website about the count yard and I constantly worried about the dog making a mess and upsetting the neighbours.

Very beautiful town and the cottage was lovely and very central

We stayed at the property in January 2023.

It was cold outside but the cottage was lovely and cosy. For 2 adults and our small dog the property was ideal and had everything we needed. And its in a nice quiet location close to the Sole Bay pub, beach and lighthouse. We had a lovely stay.

The Secret Cottage.

... wow, what a hidden gem of a place to stay in Southwold. This cosy, comfortable, well-equipped cottage can be found in a courtyard off a road just off the seafront. It is just 200m from the pretty promenade and a superb sandy beach and just a short stroll to Southwold's award-winning pier. It is also just 20m from a popular well-run pub and an easy walk to the many attractions (plenty of coffee shops to choose from) on Southwold's main high street. The cottage's kitchen is well everything you might need to cook rather than go out to eat. The two bedrooms, a double and a single, are on the second floor accessed via a fairly steep staircase, which may be a consideration for some guests. We had a superb stay in February and loved Southwold being so quiet. We will be back.

Great cottage, peaceful and close to the beach.

Loved your theatre, twice in one week!! Fell in love with Southwold.

Cosy cottage, great location, close to the beach.

We call Southwold our 'happy place'.

Thank you!

Lovely comfortable and well equipped cottage.

Lovely time by the Sea.

We enjoyed Secret Cottage immensely! Great location and as always - perfect New Years celebration! Thank you for sharing your cottage!

A lovely 'getaway' cottage to celebrate 30 years of marriage.

. A lovely welcome pack & a warm cottage on a chilly day!

We have had a wonderful stay at Secret Cottage.

The perfect base to explore Southwold and the surrounding areas. Thank you for sharing your beautiful, well appointed cottage. We would love to visit again.

A lovely cottage that is well located and well equipped.

We have had a lovely stay here.

A lovely weekend in Secret Cottage.

Everything we needed, couldn't have asked for more. Beautiful, spotlessly clean, perfect! Thank you to everyone involved in making our stay possible.

What a lovely cottage!

Everything we needed for a great stay. Many thanks.

Great little Cottage in a fab location.

Just what we needed for a few days by the sea.. with great beer so close too!

Perfect Secret Cottage for all of us.

. thank you.. lost count of number of visits to Southwold.. but something new & great everytime.. this time the lighthouse tour!

Southwold never disappoints and the Secret Cottage is perfect for our needs.

Close to the sea and shops and pubs. Well equipped to eat in when we wanted to. Warm, with excellent internet/Wi-Fi connections. Will be back again soon!

Charming little cottage in a perfect location for all amenities, and very close to the sea.

Very comfortable, absolutely love the decor, very Southwold.

We have visited Southwold many times, it is definitely our place.

A wonderful weekend stay for mum & son in our favorite seaside town.

Lovely little cottage, with everything we needed, great location too. We have enjoyed meals at The Sail Loft & Coasters, always worth a visit.

Clean, comfortable, well equipped.

Slept like a baby! First time in Southwold - won't be the last! Will return to Southwold and Secret Cottage.

Lovely cottage, great location.

Need sleep mask & ear plugs! Haha. Would definitely come back. Thank you for the welcome gift.

What a lovely cottage!

Everything we needed for a great stay. Many thanks.

A lovely weekend in Secret Cottage.

Everything we needed, couldn't gave asked for more. Beautiful, spotlessly cleaned, perfect! Thank you to everyone involved in making our stay possible.

Lovely, central cottage, so quiet apart from seagulls!

Gorgeous weather so lots of walking- and shopping. Had everything I needed.

Our first holiday in Southwold- a great base for lovely walks and places to eat.

The weather was perfect- Result!

A beautiful 2 night stay!

lovely cottage in a great location. Had everything we needed. Thank you x