Bank holiday cottage breaks in Southwold

Early May Bank Holiday Breaks

Who can resist a three-day weekend to the Suffolk Coast? It’s an ideal chance for a little escape, whether you’re going alone, with a partner, or with the entire family. So, why not take advantage of this May bank holiday weekend for a coastal getaway?

Experience a refreshing change of scenery by staying in one of our charming holiday cottages. You can stroll along Suffolk’s stunning beaches, explore the local shops in the High Streets, savour delicious regional cuisine, or rise early to witness the breath-taking sunrise over the coast.

Looking for some extra holiday inspiration? Be sure to explore our Suffolk Coastal Area Guide, brimming with suggested attractions, dining options, pet-friendly spots, and much more!

All our cottages listed below are ready for a three-night stay starting on Friday 2nd or Saturday 3rd May 2025. You can easily book online or reach out to our friendly team at 01502 723292, who will be more than happy to help you plan your bank holiday weekend at the Suffolk Coast.

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Southwold1 Cumberland Close
Property Ref: 565444
This cosy Southwold apartment is just moments from Southwold's bustling High Street and glorious sandy beach, offering guests the very best the t...
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £679 - £1,228 per week
Southwold10 East Street
Property Ref: 642091
A super-stylish, contemporary holiday home in the heart of Southwold with the High Street and beach on the doorstep.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £2,295 - £3,450 per week
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Southwold12a Fieldstile Road
Property Ref: 652147
A truly homely ground floor apartment with a fabulous central location close to the High Street and beach.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £646 - £1,270 per week
Southwold17 St Edmunds Road
Property Ref: 633795
Stylishly furnished, well-equipped and convenient for the town and beach, this comfy cottage is a real find!
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £677 - £1,227 per week
Southwold1a Park Lane
Property Ref: 565412
Quirky Southwold cottage just moments from the picturesque South Green.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 3
  • No Dogs
Price: £683 - £1,344 per week
Southwold24 South Green
Property Ref: 565415
Location, location, location! 24 South Green is a traditional Southwold cottage in prime position.
  • Sleeps 7
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £965 - £1,738 per week
Southwold3 Trinity Street
Property Ref: 585165
Situated betwixt sea and High Street and a few short steps to the ‘Nelly’, this quirky and well-appointed holiday home is in the heart of ...
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £551 - £1,611 per week
Southwold33 Victoria Street
Property Ref: 565393
Beautifully presented Southwold cottage with coastal touches throughout, 33 Victoria Street is a modernised holiday cottage in the heart of the town.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £690 - £1,568 per week
Reydon, Southwold4 Church Cottages
Property Ref: 630591
Brimming with charm and character, this rural cottage between Southwold and Wangford enjoys scenic views and a cosy, homely interior.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £640 - £1,084 per week
Southwold5 Wymering Road
Property Ref: 565384
A centrally located pet-friendly cottage, 5 Wymering Road is a cosy holiday home for families.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £791 - £1,451 per week
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Reydon, SouthwoldAberford
Property Ref: 651658
A beautifully designed bungalow boasting stylish interiors and plenty of outdoor space, this out of town holiday home is a real haven of tranquillity.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £662 - £1,278 per week
SouthwoldAlbany Cottage
Property Ref: 625792
A newly refurbished and well-equipped dog-friendly holiday cottage just off Pier Avenue, one of Southwold’s most popular residential areas.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £654 - £1,140 per week
WalberswickAldebaran
Property Ref: 565421
A spacious Walberswick holiday home which is also pet-friendly! Ideal for family breaks exploring the Suffolk coastline.
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 4
Price: £1,183 - £2,681 per week
SouthwoldAngel Cottage
Property Ref: 594070
Stylish, comfortable and oh-so-cosy, you’d think Angel Cottage was sent from Heaven!
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £623 - £1,165 per week
ReydonAustralis (formerly Ataraxia)
Property Ref: 642002
You’ll feel immediately at home at this cosy and welcoming cottage, ideal for a couple or small family.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £560 - £902 per week
SouthwoldBell Cottage
Property Ref: 565405
Bell Cottage is a lovely holiday choice for family holidays by the seaside. Located close to Southwold's Church, the cottage is cosy and welcomin...
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £659 - £1,171 per week
SouthwoldBittern Cottage
Property Ref: 565434
Bittern Cottage has it all - desirable Southwold location, pet-friendly and comes with plenty of added extras for your coastal getaway.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £673 - £1,182 per week
WestletonBriar Cottage
Property Ref: 639850
A cosy cottage in the picturesque village of Westleton, ideally located for visiting RSPB Minsmere and National Trust Dunwich Heath.
  • Sleeps 3
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 2
Price: £525 - £945 per week
SouthwoldCautley Cottage
Property Ref: 565424
If you’re looking for a lovely cosy and comfortable holiday cottage in the heart of Southwold with private parking then Cautley Cottage is for y...
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £690 - £1,281 per week
SouthwoldCoastguards
Property Ref: 565411
A warm and welcoming refurbished Southwold cottage benefiting from many original features.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2
  • No Dogs
Price: £617 - £1,138 per week
SouthwoldCobblestones
Property Ref: 594063
Brimming with character and comfort, Cobblestones is tucked away in a secluded courtyard in the heart of Southwold.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £921 - £2,088 per week
SouthwoldCoign
Property Ref: 565394
A charming three storey townhouse in a desirable location with lovely views over Southwold's South Green.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £700 - £1,379 per week
Reydon, SouthwoldDovedale
Property Ref: 576231
A family-friendly holiday cottage ideal for breaks in all seasons. Dovedale is the perfect holiday escape with everything you could desire for a self-...
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £546 - £940 per week
SouthwoldFairwinds
Property Ref: 565385
Boasting sea views, private parking and a fabulous location on South Green, this simply furnished first floor flat is very popular.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £680 - £1,337 per week
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SouthwoldLandlords Cottage
Property Ref: 654014
This charming and cosy cottage enjoys a central location just a short stroll to the High Street and beach.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £628 - £1,451 per week
SouthwoldLighthouse Loft
Property Ref: 638585
A cool and contemporary apartment with Southwold’s beach and an Adnams pub right on the doorstep!
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £690 - £1,376 per week
SouthwoldLinnets
Property Ref: 565375
A wonderfully light single storey holiday cottage, Linnets ticks all the boxes for easy holidays by the seaside
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £651 - £1,381 per week
SouthwoldLorraine's Retreat - TEST do not book
Property Ref: 574091
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  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £2,295 - £3,450 per week
SouthwoldMarshfields
Property Ref: 625479
A real home from home, Marshfields offers comfortable, spacious accommodation and wonderful marsh views.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £737 - £1,565 per week
SouthwoldPalmer's Cottage
Property Ref: 599766
You’ll feel immediately at home at this beautifully renovated character cottage.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £647 - £1,507 per week
SouthwoldSaffron Cottage
Property Ref: 565447
Saffron Cottage is located just opposite St Edmunds Church and just a short stroll to the beach. This cosy holiday cottage has everything you could de...
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2
  • No Dogs
Price: £728 - £1,695 per week
WangfordSparrows
Property Ref: 565437
Sparrows offers guests the best of both worlds - a countryside location yet just a short drive to the popular seaside town of Southwold. Sparrows is a...
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 1
Price: £645 - £1,117 per week
SouthwoldSpindrift
Property Ref: 630020
This spacious and well-presented town house in the heart of Southwold boasts some of the finest panoramic views in town.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £691 - £1,474 per week
SouthwoldStuckie Ben
Property Ref: 627952
A traditional terraced cottage just a short walk from Gun Hill, Southwold common and the Red Lion.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2
  • Dogs 2
Price: £686 - £1,376 per week
SouthwoldSully's Cove
Property Ref: 592394
A stylishly furnished, luxury first floor apartment on one of Southwold’s most desirable streets.
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1
  • No Dogs
Price: £644 - £1,503 per week
SouthwoldThe Old Bakery
Property Ref: 626778
If you’re looking for spacious holiday accommodation for two in the heart of Southwold, then The Old Bakery could be just for you!
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Bathrooms 2
  • No Dogs
Price: £654 - £1,173 per week
SouthwoldWaimana
Property Ref: 565417
A unique Southwold holiday home tucked away in a quiet spot, Waimana is a popular choice for families or friends looking to escape to the Suffolk coas...
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2
  • No Dogs
Price: £601 - £1,619 per week
SouthwoldWestbury House
Property Ref: 565388
Westbury House is a large holiday home boasting one of the best positions in Southwold and has incredible views over South Green towards the sea
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Bathrooms 3
  • Dogs 1
Price: £1,385 - £2,925 per week
SouthwoldWheelhouse
Property Ref: 594181
A comfortable and cosy holiday cottage in the heart of Southwold, with a nod to all things nautical!
  • Sleeps 3
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1
  • Dogs 1
Price: £647 - £1,179 per week
SouthwoldWherry Cottage
Property Ref: 590819
A beautifully presented holiday home offering comfort, space and a great location!
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 3
  • Dogs 1
Price: £819 - £1,646 per week

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