The Retreat Southwold in 17 York Road, Southwold, IP18 6AN

About The Retreat Southwold

The Retreat Southwold is a three-storey terraced house sleeping eight guests in the heart of Suffolk's coastal town. This modern property sits just half a mile from Southwold's sandy beaches and the town centre. Private off-road parking and EV charging make arrival stress-free for groups. The spacious layout works brilliantly for families or friends gathering together.

Southwold is a classic Suffolk seaside town. Sandy beaches stretch along the coast. The famous pier and lighthouse define the skyline. Independent shops and cafes line the streets.

Four bedrooms accommodate everyone comfortably. The ground floor has a king-size room with en-suite shower. First floor offers another king-size bedroom and a twin room sharing a family shower room. The second-floor loft room features a double bed with en-suite facilities. Three bathrooms mean no morning queues. Downstairs you'll find a spacious lounge and separate snug, both with Smart TVs. The modern kitchen seats eight around the dining table.

Southwold Pier (0.5 miles, 2 minutes) offers amusement arcades and cafes. RSPB Minsmere (11 miles, 20 minutes) attracts birdwatchers year-round. Adnams Brewery runs tours in town. Dunwich Heath provides coastal walks and wildlife spotting.

The Retreat Southwold combines seaside location with practical group accommodation. Perfect for families wanting beach access without car journeys.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Activity: cycling
✓Activity: fishing
✓Activity: golf
✓Activity: walking
✓Beach Within 5 Miles
✓Bathrooms: 3
✓Central heating
✓Cooking hob
✓Entire home
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Freezer
✓Fridge
✓Garden/Courtyard
✓Garden enclosed
✓Iron
✓Ironing board
✓Kitchen
✓Bed linen included
✓Towels included
✓Microwave
✓Family friendly
✓Other: Electric car charging point
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Private parking
✓Private entrance
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Terraced
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Safety: carbon monoxide detector(s)
✓Smoke alarm(s)
✓Self check-in
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓Smart TV
✓Soap
✓Sofa
✓TV
✓Toilet paper
✓Tumble dryer

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Retreat Southwold

Walking Distance to Everything

Beach, shops and restaurants all within half a mile means you can park once and explore Southwold entirely on foot throughout your stay.

Modern Kitchen for Group Meals

The contemporary kitchen with dining table seating eight makes family mealtimes easy, with bi-fold doors opening onto the garden for summer dining.

Three Bathrooms for Eight Guests

Two en-suite shower rooms plus a family bathroom mean morning routines run smoothly when travelling with larger groups or multiple families.

Two Separate Living Spaces

The spacious lounge and additional snug both have Smart TVs, giving groups flexibility to spread out or enjoy different activities simultaneously.

Private Parking with EV Charging

Off-road parking space with electric vehicle charging point removes the stress of finding parking in this popular coastal town during busy periods.

Enclosed Garden for Relaxation

The private patio area with garden furniture provides outdoor space for morning coffee or evening drinks without leaving the property.

Getting To The Retreat Southwold

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Retreat Southwold by car, follow the A12 towards Southwold and continue on the A1095. The property is located in the town centre with convenient private off-road parking for one car with EV charging facilities.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Halesworth, approximately 10 miles away. From there, take a taxi or local bus service to Southwold town centre where the property is located.

Private parking for one car with EV charging

Halesworth station (10 miles)

Central Southwold location near beach

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Southwold Pier

Distance: 0.5 miles

IP18 6BN

RSPB Minsmere

Distance: 11 miles

IP16 4QE

Adnams Brewery Tours

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6JW

Southwold Common

Distance: 0.6 miles

IP18 6HT

Dunwich Heath

Distance: 4.5 miles

IP17 3DJ

Walberswick Beach Walk

Distance: 1.2 miles

IP18 6TT

Southwold High Street

Distance: 0.4 miles

IP18 6DN

Tesco Superstore Southwold

Distance: 0.8 miles

IP18 6EJ

Southwold Market Place

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6EA

Southwold Lighthouse

Distance: 0.4 miles

IP18 6ET

Southwold Harbour

Distance: 1 mile

IP18 6TA

Walberswick Village

Distance: 1.5 miles

IP18 6TN

Southwold Pier

Distance: 0.5 miles

IP18 6BN

RSPB Minsmere

Distance: 11 miles

IP16 4QE

Adnams Brewery Tours

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6JW

Southwold Common

Distance: 0.6 miles

IP18 6HT

Dunwich Heath

Distance: 4.5 miles

IP17 3DJ

Walberswick Beach Walk

Distance: 1.2 miles

IP18 6TT

Southwold High Street

Distance: 0.4 miles

IP18 6DN

Tesco Superstore Southwold

Distance: 0.8 miles

IP18 6EJ

Southwold Market Place

Distance: 0.3 miles

IP18 6EA

Southwold Lighthouse

Distance: 0.4 miles

IP18 6ET

Southwold Harbour

Distance: 1 mile

IP18 6TA

Walberswick Village

Distance: 1.5 miles

IP18 6TN

Is The Retreat Southwold Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Southwold offers excellent family activities within walking distance. The pier has amusement arcades and traditional seaside attractions. Sandy beaches provide space for building sandcastles and paddling. The enclosed garden at The Retreat gives children safe outdoor space. Smart TVs in every bedroom keep older children entertained. RSPB Minsmere runs family wildlife events. Limited head height in the loft bedroom suits younger children best.

Groups Will Love...

Two separate living spaces make The Retreat perfect for groups. The spacious ground-floor lounge seats everyone together for films or games. The additional snug provides a quiet retreat for reading or different television programmes. Both rooms have wall-mounted Smart TVs. This layout works brilliantly when travelling with multiple families or mixed age groups who want flexibility throughout the day and evening.

Pet Friendly

The Retreat Southwold does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no-dogs policy for all bookings. If you're travelling with pets, you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Southwold area. Many other Suffolk coastal properties welcome dogs, but this particular house is not suitable for guests bringing animals. Consider pet-sitting arrangements or kennels if you're set on staying at this specific property.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Retreat Southwold

The Sole Bay Fish Company

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP18 6TA

The Harbour Inn

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP18 6TA

Coasters Café

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP18 6EG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Retreat Southwold

How many people does The Retreat Southwold sleep?

The property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms: two king-size rooms, one twin room and one double loft room. Three bathrooms serve all guests comfortably.

Is The Retreat Southwold pet friendly?

No, dogs are not permitted at this property. The owners operate a strict no-pets policy for all bookings.

What are the sleeping arrangements?

Ground floor has one king-size bedroom with en-suite. First floor offers one king-size and one twin bedroom sharing a family bathroom. The second-floor loft room has a double bed with en-suite but limited head height.

How far is the beach from the property?

Southwold's sandy beach is within half a mile of the house, approximately a ten-minute walk. The town centre with shops and cafes is the same distance.

Is there parking at The Retreat?

Yes, one private off-road parking space is included. The space has electric vehicle charging facilities for guests with EVs.

What cooking facilities are available?

The modern kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The dining table seats all eight guests together for meals.

Are there laundry facilities?

Yes, the utility room contains both a washing machine and tumble dryer. This is particularly useful for longer stays or families with young children.

What entertainment is provided?

Every bedroom has a Smart TV fitted. The ground floor has a spacious lounge with Smart TV and a separate snug with another television for additional viewing options.

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The Retreat Southwold Reviews

Carol

The Retreat is a fantastic cottage, and so close to the shops and cafes! Once you've parked the car up, you needn't move it again till you go home. It's clean, modern and comfortable with everything you could wish for. Even, hairdryers, make-up mirrors and cooling fans in each of the bedrooms! One word of warning though, there is limited headroom in the 2nd floor bedroom, which didn't affect us as only one 5'2 adult was using it, but it is probably more suited to the younger members of the family. It was a real treat staying here, and we hope to return in the future.

Sam

This is a beautiful accommodation decorated to a very high standard. The property is very comfortable and only a stoneâ??s throw away from all the amenities Southwold has to offer.

Michele

It was obvious that the owner had done a great job in decorating the house throughout - it was fresh, clean and very comfortable. The Retreat was in an excellent location for the shops, the beach and the common and walking to the harbour. It is a perfect house for a family of our size and everyone enjoyed the space that the house offered. It was also lovely to have three shower rooms between us. We also appreciated the parking area for two cars. Our grandchildren loved the 'snug' which they made their own chill out zone! We would certainly stay here again if it became available at the same time of year.

Denise

Lovely house.i would stay there again.

Patrick

This is a lovely property with high end facilities. Everyone said their bed was so comfortable Great location and you must arrange to do a tour of the Electric cinema. Amazing story and literally 50 foot down the road at the rear at the property .

Isobel

Fabulous. No other words. Clean and well equipped. Highly recommend. Minor problems with car charging which were dealt with speedily.

Kirsty

Extremely well equipped home from home and a truly exceptional newly renovated property in the perfect location. Cannot recommend highly enough.

John And Shirley

Excellent property!

Steve

Very clean and everything in very good order. Very well equipped.

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The Retreat Southwold, Southwold

About The Retreat Southwold

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Walking Distance to Everything

Modern Kitchen for Group Meals

Three Bathrooms for Eight Guests

Two Separate Living Spaces

Private Parking with EV Charging

Enclosed Garden for Relaxation

Getting To The Retreat Southwold

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Retreat Southwold Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Sole Bay Fish Company

The Harbour Inn

Coasters Café

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Retreat Southwold Reviews