Cumberland Close, Southwold, IP18

A charming three-bedroom coastal cottage tucked away in a private cul-de-sac, offering bright open-plan living, gated parking and an enclosed south-facing courtyard garden. Currently used as a successful holiday let, the property provides a stylish and practical Southwold bolthole with flexible accommodation and the rare benefit of private parking.

Approached through double gates, the property opens into a private south-facing courtyard area, providing space for parking and outdoor seating. The enclosed setting gives the house a good degree of privacy, while the location places it within easy reach of Southwold’s town centre, seafront and amenities.

A door leads into:

Living Room / Open-Plan Kitchen:

22’7 x 12’0 / 6.88m x 3.66m

A bright and well-arranged open-plan living space, extending to approximately 22 feet in length and providing distinct areas for sitting, dining and cooking. The sitting area is positioned around the chimney breast, with a charming bay window adding character and natural light.

The kitchen area is fitted with a sleek range of contemporary units, contrasting work surfaces and integrated appliances, creating a practical and sociable space well suited to holiday letting, weekend use or everyday living. The open-plan arrangement gives the ground floor a modern, easy-flowing feel while retaining the charm of the original cottage.

From the main living space, a door leads to:

Utility Room:

A useful utility room providing additional storage and laundry space, with plumbing for a washing machine and work surface above. This practical area helps keep the main living space clear and is particularly valuable for holiday let use.

A further door leads to:

Bedroom 3 / Study:

10’6 x 6’7 / 3.20m x 2.01m

A flexible ground-floor room, suitable as a third bedroom, study or occasional guest room. Its position on the ground floor gives the accommodation added versatility, particularly for guests or those seeking a separate work-from-home space.

Returning to the main living area, stairs rise to the first floor.

First Floor Landing:

The first-floor layout has been cleverly arranged to allow independent access to the bedrooms, making the property especially practical for holiday letting, visiting guests or family use.

Bedroom 1:

12’2 x 12’2 / 3.71m x 3.71m

A generous double bedroom, featuring attractive period character and a comfortable sense of space. This room is served by the family bathroom.

Family Bathroom:

Fitted with bath (with overhead shower), wash hand basin and WC, providing a practical bathroom arrangement for the remaining accommodation.

Bedroom 2:

12'2 x 10'5 / 3.71m x 3.17m.

With a clever sliding door /partition panel.

A well-proportioned double bedroom with good natural light and character detail. The room benefits from an en-suite shower room, adding comfort and convenience for guests or owners.

En-Suite Shower Room:

Fitted with shower, wash hand basin and WC.

Outside:

Courtyard Garden and Parking:

The property is approached via double gates, opening into an enclosed courtyard area with space for parking and outdoor seating. Full-height fencing gives the space a good degree of seclusion, making it a useful and private outside area for dining, relaxing or returning from the beach.

Private parking is a particularly valuable feature in Southwold and adds significantly to the property’s appeal, whether used as a holiday let, coastal retreat or permanent home.

Location:

The Hideaway is tucked away in a private cul-de-sac in Southwold, one of Suffolk’s most desirable coastal towns. The property is well placed for access to the town’s independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, as well as the beach, pier and seafront.

Southwold is renowned for its colourful beach huts, working lighthouse, traditional pier and attractive Georgian and Victorian architecture. The town has a strong year-round appeal, combining classic seaside charm with excellent local amenities, making it popular with holidaymakers, second-home owners and permanent residents alike.

The surrounding area offers wonderful coastal and countryside walks, with nearby Walberswick, the River Blyth, Dunwich, Reydon and the wider Suffolk Coast and Heaths landscape all within easy reach.

Owner's comment:

We have always felt that Southwold is one of the best places to own a holiday house. When we first moved to Suffolk, we knew we wanted to find a property here, and we were very lucky to get a second chance with The Hideaway after initially losing it at best and final offers.

The house is one of a row of old fishermen’s cottages and still retains lovely original features, including the trap door down to the small cellar, where nets — and often fish — would once have been stored.

When we bought it, the house needed work. We wanted to redefine the space and create a more sociable feel, while retaining its original character and introducing a more contemporary design. It has since proved to be a very successful holiday let, first through an agency and later managed by us directly through Airbnb.

What we perhaps didn’t fully appreciate at first was just how central The Hideaway is. Over the years, many guests have returned time and again, and the location is always one of the main reasons. It is wonderfully tucked away, yet within easy reach of the town and the sea.

From the upstairs windows you can see the lighthouse, and you can hear the bells from St Edmund’s Church. The Playhouse theatre is moments away and the brewery is just around the corner, yet once the gates are closed the house feels incredibly private, calm and quiet.

That combination of centrality, privacy and convenience — together with the crucial parking space — has made The Hideaway extremely popular, with continued repeat bookings.

The house has served us very well as a fantastic small business for the last 12 years. We are sad to sell, but we now live further away and the turnaround times are no longer practical for us.

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Recent holiday let reviews:

This stay was flawless. The space was spotless, stylish, and incredibly comfortable—exactly as pictured. The host was warm, responsive, and went above and beyond with thoughtful touches like the coffee pods and local tips. The location was ideal: quiet, safe, and close to everything we needed. We especially appreciated the cozy bed and well-equipped kitchen. It felt like a home away from home. I’d absolutely stay again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-tier experience.

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The hideaway was in a perfect spot to see Southwold and all it has to offer. We felt right at home at the hideaway. Really comfortable and so well kitted with everything we needed. Beds were really comfortable and had some lovely sleeps. Great place for walking will definitely try and get back soon.

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We had a lovely weekend at the Hideaway. The cottage is secluded but very close to the sea and high street. Inside is very comfortable and the sliding doors in the middle bedroom are a great idea.

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An excellent place to stay in Southwold. Fantastic accommodation and location. Four adults and a one year old on our trip. We had everything we could need, really was a home from home. Lovely to have milk ready for us in the fridge along with a bottle of Prosecco! Comfy beds, brilliant showers, peaceful at night, it was perfect.

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The Hideaway lives up to its name! Secluded and quiet, yet just five mins from both the beach and shops, it really is perfectly located. We had a wonderful stay. Kate was a great host. The cottage was really clean and well-equipped. We loved the personal style combined with a modern kitchen and bathrooms. Would highly recommend and hope to stay again in the future.

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Services:

We understand the property is connected to mains electricity, water, drainage and gas central heating.

Tenure:

Freehold.

Terms:

Guide Price: £550,000

Additional Information:

Approximate Gross Internal Area: 76.0 sq m / 818 sq ft

Currently used as a successful holiday let.