The Old Gymnasium in Southwold | Stunning Suffolk Group Cottage

About The Old Gymnasium

The Old Gymnasium in Southwold, Suffolk, offers spacious three-floor accommodation for 10 guests with four en-suite bedrooms. This converted property makes an excellent base for large family gatherings. The ground floor features a massive entertainment space with three double sofas, a large-screen TV and a table tennis table. Street parking is available, plus there's a garage for one car.

Southwold sits on the Suffolk coast, just three minutes' walk from the beach. The town is known for its seafood restaurants, independent shops and the famous pier. The lighthouse stands as a local landmark.

Accommodation spreads across three floors. Two king-size bedrooms and two twin bedrooms all have en-suite facilities. The first floor hosts an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. The second floor includes a sitting room with games area and a large balcony terrace. The kitchen comes with two fridges, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.

Adnams Brewery sits nearby, along with Southwold Pier. Africa Alive Zoological Reserve (12 miles, 25 minutes) and Dunwich Museum (4 miles, 10 minutes) offer great days out. RSPB Minsmere (8 miles, 20 minutes) attracts birdwatchers. Framlingham Castle (18 miles, 35 minutes) provides historical interest.

The Old Gymnasium suits multi-generational families wanting separate social spaces across three floors. Book for the beach location and room to spread out.

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Need To Know

✓Central heating
✓Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, 2 x fridges, washing machine, tumber dryer, dishwasher
✓2 x tvs, wifi
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Allocated parking space for 1 car
✓Balcony with furniture
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
✓Note: sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Old Gymnasium

Three-Floor Layout

Separate social spaces on each floor give everyone room to relax. The ground floor entertainment area works brilliantly for teenagers and games.

Four En-Suite Bedrooms

Every bedroom has its own bathroom with shower facilities. No morning queues means a stress-free start for larger groups staying together.

Beach Walking Distance

Just three minutes on foot to the beach. Perfect for morning walks, evening strolls and spontaneous trips to the seafront throughout your stay.

Ground Floor Games Room

Massive entertainment space with table tennis table and three double sofas. The large-screen TV and separate kitchen make this ideal for group gatherings.

Second Floor Balcony

The very large balcony terrace on the top floor offers outdoor space for drinks and dining. Accessed from the sitting room with furniture provided.

Central Southwold Location

Walk to all local pubs, restaurants and shops within minutes. The lighthouse, pier and Adnams Brewery are all easily reached on foot.

Getting To The Old Gymnasium

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Old Gymnasium by car, head to Southwold in Suffolk using the A12. The property sits in a quiet part of town with a garage for one vehicle and unrestricted street parking nearby for additional cars.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Halesworth, approximately 10 miles away. From there, take a taxi or local bus service to Southwold, which takes around 20 minutes by road.

Garage for one car plus street parking

Halesworth station (10 miles)

Central Southwold location, 3 minutes to beach

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Southwold Pier

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6BN

Adnams Brewery

Distance: 0.2 miles

IP18 6JW

RSPB Minsmere

Distance: 8 miles

IP17 3BY

Southwold Beach

Distance: 0.2 miles

IP18 6HT

Dunwich Heath

Distance: 4 miles

IP17 3DJ

Walberswick Nature Reserve

Distance: 2 miles

IP18 6TT

Southwold High Street

Distance: 0.2 miles

IP18 6DN

Tesco Superstore

Distance: 0.4 miles

IP18 6EY

Southwold Market Place

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6EA

Halesworth Town

Distance: 10 miles

IP19 8AY

Beccles

Distance: 12 miles

NR34 9HA

Aldeburgh

Distance: 16 miles

IP15 5AB

Southwold Pier

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6BN

Adnams Brewery

Distance: 0.2 miles

IP18 6JW

RSPB Minsmere

Distance: 8 miles

IP17 3BY

Southwold Beach

Distance: 0.2 miles

IP18 6HT

Dunwich Heath

Distance: 4 miles

IP17 3DJ

Walberswick Nature Reserve

Distance: 2 miles

IP18 6TT

Southwold High Street

Distance: 0.2 miles

IP18 6DN

Tesco Superstore

Distance: 0.4 miles

IP18 6EY

Southwold Market Place

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6EA

Halesworth Town

Distance: 10 miles

IP19 8AY

Beccles

Distance: 12 miles

NR34 9HA

Aldeburgh

Distance: 16 miles

IP15 5AB

Is The Old Gymnasium Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The ground floor entertainment space works brilliantly for children and teenagers. The table tennis table provides hours of fun, whilst three double sofas and a large-screen TV create a perfect hangout zone. The separate small kitchen on this floor means kids can grab snacks independently. The beach sits just three minutes away for sandcastle building and paddling. Southwold Pier offers traditional seaside amusements.

Groups Will Love...

The ground floor entertainment space is exceptional for groups. This massive area features a table tennis table, three double sofas and a large-screen TV. There's even a small kitchen on this level for drinks and snacks. The space works perfectly as a games room where everyone can gather without disturbing those relaxing upstairs. The second floor adds another sitting room with games area, giving groups multiple social zones across the property's three floors.

Pet Friendly

The Old Gymnasium does not accept pets. Dogs and other animals cannot stay at this property, so you'll need to arrange alternative care for your pets during your holiday. This policy applies to all bookings regardless of group size or length of stay. The property maintains this restriction to ensure it remains suitable for guests with allergies and to protect the furnishings and facilities throughout the three-floor accommodation.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Old Gymnasium

The Crown

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP18 6DP

The Sole Bay Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP18 6EG

Coasters Café

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP18 6DN

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Old Gymnasium

Is The Old Gymnasium pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. You'll need to make alternative arrangements for your four-legged companions during your stay.

How many people does The Old Gymnasium sleep?

The property sleeps 10 guests across four bedrooms. Two king-size rooms and two twin rooms all feature en-suite bathroom facilities with showers.

What entertainment facilities are available for groups?

The ground floor has a huge entertainment space with table tennis, three double sofas and a large-screen TV. The second floor includes a games area and sitting room for additional social space.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, there's a garage for one car and unrestricted street parking available nearby. Most guests find they can park other vehicles close to the property without difficulty.

How far is the beach from The Old Gymnasium?

The beach is just three minutes' walk away. You can easily pop down for morning walks or evening strolls throughout your stay in Southwold.

What kitchen facilities are provided?

The fully-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, two fridges and a fridge/freezer. There's also a washing machine and tumble dryer in the utility area.

Are bed linen and towels provided?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in your rental. The property comes with four bathrooms, each fitted with heated towel rails for your comfort.

What's the layout of The Old Gymnasium?

The property spans three floors with different social spaces on each level. The ground floor has entertainment space, first floor features open-plan living and kitchen, whilst the second floor offers a sitting room with large balcony.

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The Old Gymnasium Reviews

Great house, lots of space, great location, very clean and well equipped.

Melanie

We loved our stay at The Old Gymnasium. It was so spacious for our group of 6 adults and 2 children. The kitchen was really well stocked and there was a lot for the kids to do. It was the perfect location, near to town, the beach and the common. A bit warm at night, but thankfully there were fans in each bedroom to keep us cool at night!

Shelley

The property was ideal for the family, plenty of room to spread around, pool table great fun. Would prefer the TV in the kitchen lounge to be a bit bigger and perhaps on the wall to aid viewing for all to watch. Few taps and shower heads require some descaling. Kitchen equipment was excellent new glasses needed and a few more to allow all to enjoy an Adnams Prosecco or beer at home. A second set of keys or access via the side door would have been extremely helpful as people often want to go their separate wayselderyunable to open the lock box.

Shelley Rebecca

An outstanding property over 3 floors. The ground floor has an amazing space ideal for entertainment and has 3 double sofas, a large screen tv and a table tennis table and a small kitchen! The first floor has a large livingdiningkitchen area and 2 en suite bedrooms. The top floor has a double bedroom with an outside balcony, a living room and small kitchen with a very large outside balcony terrace and another bedroom all have en suite bathrooms.

Jonathan

Overall, a good base to stay in Southwold. Great space, clean and tidy with everything we needed in the property. Unfortunately, the WC in the master suite took about 30 minutes to refill so that was a nuisance. The air con in the games room wouldn't run and we couldn't get it to work, so we didn't use that space. The bin situation is UNBELIEVABLY TERRIBLE for a holiday let catering for so many people and almost Third Worldish. On arrival, there was no black bin and the blue and green regular bins and double commercial style bin outside, were absolutely rammed to the top with every kind of waste, so we resorted to taking our rubbish into town. There wereare 2 foot high weeds outside the house on the pavement, which could surely have been removed by the Landlord rather than hoping the Council will do it!

Edward

Great location , five mins from town centre and beach. Everything worked! Street parking was good. A very good place to stay for 10 people in a beautiful town with all amenities.

Jonathan

An excellent property for a group of up to 10 guests with plenty of space including an excellent second floor balcony and a huge sitting room on the ground floor. The bedrooms were spacious and the place was exceptionally clean and wellequipped. It is a short walk to all the local pubs and restaurants and apart from the garage for one car, we could normally park other cars close to the place. The only improvements we would suggest are that the water in one of the top floor showers twin room did not get warm enough and there were conflicting instructions about some aspects of checking out in the manual and the email we received. Overall it was excellent and we'd recommend it strongly.

Emmanuel

Amazing place. Fantastic location. Quiet, spacious, clean, modern. Well maintained. One of the best properties I have been to. 1010.

Our second stay within six months its that good. Light, bright and comfortable. Quality furnishings and a comprehensively equipped kitchen.

Lesley

A lovely property with everything you need for a holiday. Had been concerned it might not be warm but all areas were warm and cosy. Garage a real bonus as street parking very limited. Couple of bulbs gone and no outside light although maybe we just didnt find the switch!. It might be helpful to leave a form or book in the property where breakages etc could be noted and rectified if appropriate

Sharon

Everything was great except it was tricky to get the heat of the property balanced. There are a number of thermostats but still didn't quite do the job! We decided that if we had been staying longer we might have cracked it?!?! One guest had difficulty in making her shower hot and getting the towel rail to heat. This was the third floor shower room which is used by the twin room. A low table in front of the TV on the second floor would be great for nibbles and glasses. A snooker football table for entertainment would be great.

Hayley

We have had a wonderful weekend in Southwold and this accommodation was perfect for our 2 families to relax and enjoy, it was very spacious clean, and everything we expected, we would recommend and also return ourselves!

A really excellent property spacious, bright, sparkling clean and beautifully furnished. The kitchen had all the equipment and utensils you could possibly want. The listing doesn't make clear that the kitchen and principal lounge are on the first floor which was something of a surprise, but not at all a problem. It is set in a quiet part of town just three minutes walk from the High Street with all its attractions. There is a garage for one car and unrestricted onstreet parking for others. Strangely the wifi password was hidden away we finally found it it, quite by chance, taped to the side of a kitchen unit on the third floor!

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The Old Gymnasium, Southwold

About The Old Gymnasium

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Three-Floor Layout

Four En-Suite Bedrooms

Beach Walking Distance

Ground Floor Games Room

Second Floor Balcony

Central Southwold Location

Getting To The Old Gymnasium

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Old Gymnasium Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Crown

The Sole Bay Inn

Coasters Café

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Old Gymnasium Reviews