A deceptively large cottage looking out towards the Church of St. Peter & St. Paul at Wangford, 3 miles from the centre of Southwold. With its spacious living areas, inviting bedrooms and a stunning courtyard garden, this dog-friendly cottage offers families or groups of friends a comfortable base from which to explore Suffolk Heritage Coast.
Thought to date back to the 1600s, this detached cottage showcases contemporary furnishings alongside original features including timber beams, an inglenook fireplace and exposed brick walls on its ground floor. A small entrance hall leads to five living areas: a comfortable lounge overlooking the church through stylish plantation shutters; a family room that is perfect for youngsters; a dining room whose table is bordered by original church pews; a kitchen with garden views and almost every gadget passionate foodies could wish for; and a garden room whose bi-fold doors should be thrown open on warm days. A handy shower room also stands on the ground floor. A steep timber staircase leads up to the first floor, home to a family bathroom, a spacious king-size bedroom, a double bedroom with a wrought iron bed and a twin bedroom at the back of the cottage. The courtyard garden is covered in mature plants and climbers, the perfect place for alfresco brunches and BBQ suppers.
Wangford is a pretty village with shops, pubs and even a play area for youngsters. Southwold (3 miles) is a characterful town renowned for its sand and shingle beach and the array of family- and dog-friendly amenities within its town centre. The Suffolk Heritage Coast is peppered with pretty villages including Walberswick and nature reserves at Minsmere (both within 11 miles).