Napier House, Southwold

4.7★

6 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

17 Customer Review(s)

Penny
August 2024

“A wonderful and spacious house is a brilliant location.”

. The whole house is beautifully renovated./decorated and extremely well equipped, from fluffy new towels to everything you could ask for in the kitchen, and all very smart. Just a few steps fom the pier and the beach and a short stroll along the prom into the lovely little town, with some great shops. The only minor thing which could have been better was the garden, It is a nicely designed courtyard with big dining table and chairs (and one comfy sun loinger) but the shrubs were very ...

. The whole house is beautifully renovated./decorated and extremely well equipped, from fluffy new towels to everything you could ask for in the kitchen, and all very smart. Just a few steps fom the pier and the beach and a short stroll along the prom into the lovely little town, with some great shops. The only minor thing which could have been better was the garden, It is a nicely designed courtyard with big dining table and chairs (and one comfy sun loinger) but the shrubs were very overgrown and straggly, in need of some serious TLC!! I appreciate it is the end of the seaon and also not eay to grow certain plants so near the sea, but a bit of pruning/cutting back/ shaping would have made a big difference to our enjoyment of the garden! But everything else was great and we would definitly go back! Welcome gift of a really nice bottle of fizz and a box of tasty biscuits was muchappteciated!

- Penny, August 2024

I’m so glad that you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your kind review. We will give the garden a much needed thrash back in the near future. We hope to have you back again soon. Property Owner
Susan June 2024

“Just got back from a weekend here.”

Lovely house, spotlessly clean, great location. Couldn’t have asked for anything better. Thank you for a lovely stay.

- Susan, June 2024

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we really appreciate it. Property Owner
A October 2023

“A beautiful house, great location, relaxing place for a magical holiday!”

- A, October 2023

Thanks for your review! Property Owner
Anthony September 2023

“Another lovely stay at Napier House.”

Clean, tidy and plenty big for all the family. Perfect addition of a large conservatory which remains cosy and warm during these cooler evenings. Beautifully located on the doorstep of Southwold beach for walking our dog. Blessed with great weather a 10 minute stroll into Southwold village which has an eclectic mix of shops for all tastes. Throughly recommend this lovey property.

- Anthony, September 2023

Thank you so much for your lovely review! Property Owner
Bhavana September 2023

“A beautifully presented and very well equipped property.”

The house is luxuriously styled and very comfortable. Location is fabulous, a stones throw from the sea and a short walk to the lovely bustling town centre. The owner is very accommodating and welcoming. Napier house is highly recommended and would definitely like to revisit.

- Bhavana, September 2023

Thank you so much for your lovely review! Property Owner
Arthur September 2023

“Some of the chairs were not as comfortable as they could have been, especially for those of advanced years.”

I'm in my 8th decade and after 40 years of bungalow living I found the stairs to be a little on the steep side and had to be tackled with care. During our stay the microwave cooker began to play up, but this problem was quickly resolved with a phone call to the owner of the property. The property itself was in an excellent location, really spacious and every thing was in good working order.

- Arthur, September 2023
Keith September 2023

“Very spacious comfortable house.”

Ideal location. Needs tidying up outside a bit, both front and back of the house. Overall enjoyable stay and holiday.

- Keith, September 2023
Sharron September 2023

“Property is lovely except stained headboard in master bedroom & chairs in dining room .”

Umbrella needed for the garden . Sofa's not very comfortable .

- Sharron, September 2023
Lucy August 2023

“We had a great stay at Napier House.”

Beautiful house, we settled in and felt right at home as soon as we’d unpacked. We didn’t want to leave to come home. The house is all beautifully decorated and very well thought through. We had two toddlers with us and the two single bedrooms worked a treat. We hadn’t realised initially that there was a bed guard available which was really handy. Travel cot was also provided although we took our own as we have a good mattress for it. With the ensuite and two further shower rooms it was great for two couple and the kids. No shortage of showers or toilets. The location is also perfect being a short walk from the pier and town. The only tiny thing that would make the ensuite even better would be to have a dimmer switch as the lighting is quite bright when getting ready for bed but it didn’t affect our stay. Steve and Lavinia were perfect hosts and dealt with any issues quickly. We’d love to come back at some point in the future

- Lucy, August 2023

Thanks so much for your lovely review! Property Owner
Peter June 2023

“We enjoyed our time at Napier House and found it to be well equipped & comfortable.”

It's close proximity to the beach was great with young children and Southwold overall was charming.

- Peter, June 2023

Thanks for your review, so glad that you had a good time! Property Owner
Nigel June 2023

“A great house clean and in a nice location.”

Will be booking again in the near future.

- Nigel, June 2023

Thanks for your kind review! Property Owner
Jo May 2023

“Fantastic house in a great locations.”

Easy walking distance to the beach and the town. The kitchen is well equipped for 6 apart from wine glasses, so we bought an additional glass and left it for the next people. Our only complaint was we wanted to use the barbeque, but it had not been cleaned by the previous people that had used it and there were cleaning brushes to be able to clean the grill.

- Jo, May 2023

Thanks for your positive review, we're so glad you liked the house. Sorry about the wine glasses, there should have been 6, we now have 8 out to allow for breakages and we also have bought a tool for cleaning the BBQ. Property Owner
Alan May 2023

“Really enjoyed our stay (2nd visit).”

Two points: 1. The heating system seems to have a mind of its own - the radiators were on high in the middle of the night and the bathroom towel rails were scalding hot (turned both down, must be costing the owners unnecessary expense). The double bedroom at the front of the property had a very unpleasant smell which I tracked to the wooden wardrobe. I don't know whether it has been re-stained recently but it smells faintly of vomit, which meant I had to leave the doors open

- Alan, May 2023

I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for raising concerns about the temperature at night. The heating system is programed to go off at10.00 p.m and come on at 6.oo a.m, unless the ambient temperature drops below 16 degrees, as a result of feedback we have now adjusted this to 12 degrees which hopefully will be more comfortable. The only other way that the heating would be on at night is if the controller is advanced to the next period, either deliberately or by mistake. We have left all the controls within reach of guests, having been frustrated staying places where the controls are locked away somewhere. There are instructions in the welcome folder if guests are interested in making adjustments, and there are of course thermostatic valves on all the radiators. As far as the wardrobe goes it is a timber one we purchased new when we refurbished Napier House, and came oiled already, it does have a scent, I am very disheartened that you said it smelt faintly of vomit, as that isn't a word any host wants to see on their feedback. We are very encouraged to get repeat bookings, and would always rather talk guests through any issues on the telephone if possible. Property Owner
Jacqueline December 2022

“Yet another lovely stay at Napier house.”

We had a terrific New Year in this lovely house and our dog very much enjoys being there. We didn’t use the conservatory this time round as it is a little chilly at this time of year but the wood burner was a very welcome extra and we made very good use of that! There was plenty of wood to keep us going which was a real treat!

- Jacqueline, December 2022
Scott December 2022

“Second time staying at Napier House.”

The fact downstairs is open plan makes it so inclusive during the Christmas period. Nowhere in Southwold is far, but having the sea front and pier in view from the house is an added bonus. A very comfortable house and would recommend to anyone.

- Scott, December 2022
A October 2022

“We had a fabulous stay at Napier House, Steve and Lavinia made us very welcome and we will be looking to book again next year.”

- A, October 2022
Ginny September 2022

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Napier House.”

The property was spotless, is spacious and has everything you need, with a perfect location so close to the pier and prom. Lavinia was extremely helpful and friendly over the phone when we arrived and I couldn't work something out (I hasten to add this is due to my brain going blank, not to the owners' instructions which were full and very clear). We love Southwold, Napier House is a joy to stay in, and we are looking forward to booking again in the future. Thank you so much.

- Ginny, September 2022

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 2 x single
2 x shower rooms with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen
Sitting/dining room with woodburning stove
Snug
Heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV, DVD player, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot available on request
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed rear garden with shrubs, patio and furniture
One well behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.4 miles
Note: If you wish to bring a dog it must be mentioned at the time of booking on the booking
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals

The property

Napier House has currently undergone a major renovation to create a truly fabulous family holiday home with sea and pier views. The light and airy kitchen/living/dining area have been opened up to create a social area that flows, with beautiful feature wood-burner, a perfect space for both summer and winter months. In an ideal position on Hotson Road, just yards from Southwold’s award-winning pier, glorious sandy beach and a short walk to the buzzing town centre. Outdoor space is a key feature here. Walking out of the conservatory to the spacious paved garden, which is fully enclosed, an ideal space for dining alfresco or evenings spent listening to the sea in the distance. Ground Floor Walking up the steps to the property, you are welcomed into a light and spacious tiled hallway. With doors leading to the ground floor cloakroom, kitchen and living space. Kitchen The modern kitchen has been equipped with all of the mod-cons you could need, with a built in oven with five induction hob with extra large extractor fan above, retro style 70/30 Fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, Bosch washing machine and tumble dryer. Cloakroom With WC, wash basin and mirror. Sitting/Dining Area A large room with wooden flooring, with light streaming in through the attached conservatory and windows. As you walk through from the kitchen there is a large wooden table and 6 chairs and decorative light above, creating a space to entertain. There is a stylish yet comfortable three seater sofa, two seater sofa and separate lounge chair, (ideal for laying back on with a good book) all positioned around the elegant fireplace with wood-burning stove and smart TV with DVD player. The ground floor flows from the kitchen, through the dining space and into the living room, over all creating an ideal social space for the whole family to enjoy quality time together. Conservatory A perfect area to enjoy perhaps a leisurely morning breakfast, or glass of wine (or two) in the evening sun. With views out to the garden, and the sound of the sea through the french doors makes this the ideal space to relax in. First Floor Leading up the carpeted stairs up to the first floor landing and hallway. Master Bedroom Positioned to the rear of the property with views into the garden, this master bedroom has the feel of a boutique hotel with it's french inspired furniture and wonderful feature wallpaper. The room has a luxurious super-king bedroom, bedside tables and stunning decorative lamps. There is a built in wardrobe for all of your belongings, along with two sets of chest of drawers. En-suite Bathroom A luxurious space to enjoy some rest and relaxation, with gorgeous roll top bath, walk in shower, WC and double wash basin. Shower Room A spacious shower room, featuring a shower, WC and wash basin Bedroom 2 With views of the courtyard garden, this cosy room has a full size single bed, with bedside table and lamp. There is a chest of drawers for you belongings, with a mirror above. Family Shower Room This room has a large walk in shower, WC and wash basin. Bedroom 3 This room has a full size single bed, with bedside table and lamp, along with a chest of drawers for your belongings. An ideal room for an adult or child to enjoy. Bedroom 4 Arguably one of the best views of the house, through the beautiful bay window looking out towards the pier and sea. This room consists of a king size bed with bedside tables and lamps, double wardrobe and chest of drawers, with full length mirror on the wall. Gorgeous Laura Ashley wallpaper has been used throughout the house, creating a wow factor! Outside Outdoor space is a key feature here. Walking out of the conservatory inside the spacious enclosed courtyard garden,with gorgeous flowers, shrubbery and trees around the edges. This is an ideal space for dining alfresco or evenings spent listening to the sea in the distance. The property has parking for two cars allocated, however parking is not restricted on Hotson Road so you can parking additional cars closely.

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

SOUTHWOLD

Lowestoft 13.4 miles; Ipswich 35.1 miles

Southwold is a seaside town situated along the East Suffolk coast within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and resting between Lowestoft and Ipswich. Southwold is known as the home of Adnams Brewery which was established in the town in 1872 and it also has its own lighthouse, a museum and a picturesque pier which has a selection of colourful beach huts and which plays host to the regular Southwold Model Yacht regatta. The town boasts a number of excellent restaurants and eateries with a particular nod to its seaside location so there is always plenty of seafood and fish on the menu. Southwold has some fantastic independent shops, boutiques, galleries and pubs which are great for a browse and to stock up on essentials for your holiday. Just outside Southwold there are a number of great attractions for the whole family including Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich Museum as well as scenic towns such as Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, Leiston and Lowestoft to visit.

Note: If you wish to bring a dog it must be mentioned at the time of booking
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers permitted at the property
Note: This property cannot accept Sunday arrivals

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Southwold, Suffolk (Ref. 1117034)

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Reviews & Ratings

“A wonderful and spacious house is a brilliant location.”

“Just got back from a weekend here.”

“A beautiful house, great location, relaxing place for a magical holiday!”

“Another lovely stay at Napier House.”

“A beautifully presented and very well equipped property.”

“Some of the chairs were not as comfortable as they could have been, especially for those of advanced years.”

“Very spacious comfortable house.”

“Property is lovely except stained headboard in master bedroom & chairs in dining room .”

“We had a great stay at Napier House.”

“We enjoyed our time at Napier House and found it to be well equipped & comfortable.”

“A great house clean and in a nice location.”

“Fantastic house in a great locations.”

“Really enjoyed our stay (2nd visit).”

“Yet another lovely stay at Napier house.”

“Second time staying at Napier House.”