The Hive, Southwold

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

Tracy
November 2024

“Have stayed at The Hive many times as we’re frequent visitors to Southwold.”

It’s one of our favourite holiday homes. Great location, warm and clean. However a few things a looking a bit tired..the seating in the lounge could do with a shampoo, as could the rugs in the bedrooms. A spare key would be a great help, especially as there were 4 adults staying this time, coming and going at different times..and only having one key was a little restricting. But overall we had a great stay..and will definitely look at booking again. Thanks for the Prosecco and biscuits, and ...

It’s one of our favourite holiday homes. Great location, warm and clean. However a few things a looking a bit tired..the seating in the lounge could do with a shampoo, as could the rugs in the bedrooms. A spare key would be a great help, especially as there were 4 adults staying this time, coming and going at different times..and only having one key was a little restricting. But overall we had a great stay..and will definitely look at booking again. Thanks for the Prosecco and biscuits, and great to have some tea bags etc too to start off our holiday. Thank you ☺️

- Tracy, November 2024
Jennifer October 2024

“It was all good.”

Slight noise from the upstairs flat.

- Jennifer, October 2024
Carol October 2024

“Floors slippy in bedroom….”

Rugs need fastening down with grippers as one of our party slipped and fell. Squeaky door on twin bedroom and bathroom. Cold draught coming through twin bedroom window (part not double glazed) Clothes maiden fastener broken/loose on top

- Carol, October 2024
Arthur September 2024

“A well appointed, comfortable and ideally located apartment with a designated parking space.”

Location in Southwold allows you to explore the town on foot as well as providing a base from which to explore the coastal area by car. Would we go back? Yes.

- Arthur, September 2024
Pamela September 2024

“Such a comfortable, easy place to stay.”

Such a convenient location. Careful thought had gone into the decor making it a pleasure to walk into

- Pamela, September 2024
Marilyn July 2024

“We love the Hive spacious and on one level which is ideal for my husband.”

Quiet and lovely setting and close to amenities and the beach. Booking for next year.

- Marilyn, July 2024
Jeff May 2024

“Beautifully decorated and furnished, high class fixtures and fittings,this was our 3rd stay,great place to stay”

- Jeff, May 2024
Carmel April 2024

“Lovely spacious,very stylish apartment.”

Thank you for the Prosecco and biscuits. Very welcome after a long drive. The apartment is little closer to the swings etc on the green than anticipated but didn’t cause us a problem. Only used by very small children with their parents. Did find the very stylish taps in the bathrooms a little difficult to negotiate. All the windows have venitian blinds which don’t block out the morning light in the main bedroom. As the mornings were beginning to be quite bright we did get woken up earlier than we would have liked.Wouldn’t be a problem in the winter. May be possible to add curtains in the main bedroom? iGreat to have our own parking space. Easy to walk into town/beach. All in all a lovely place to stay.

- Carmel, April 2024
Peter January 2024

“The flat is spacious warm in winter and beds comfortable, the location with parking is ideal, probably one of the best in Southwold.”

However there are some points to be borne in mind for anyone considering renting. Two of the lights in the kitchen/living room do not work because replacement bulbs are no longer made. Two people can have a good reading light by sharing an adjustable lamp by the sofa. This only matters if you want to read on long dark evenings. .We reported to the agents that the en suite shower door is jammed and will not close. This was noted by the agent but no immediate action was proposed as there is another shower in the wet room across the passage. Some of the design features assume very tall residents, eg mirrors above wash basins and top shelves in kitchen cupboards are very high. The saucepans and crockery are of good quality but incredibly heavy. The Smeg kettle is so heavy that even when empty it requires immense effort to lift, fill under the tap, and to use. There is only one very big frying pan and for two people all three saucepans are enormous and also very heavy. All these could be problematic if you have mobility issues. It is not possible to turn gas rings low enough to simmer,and the smallest one, front right, would not light despite numerous efforts.. The electric oven is fine. We could not work out from the manual how to use the microwave. The hot water button control mentioned in the notes could not be found, but there was a switch which we could turn on when we wanted hot water. The clock for the underfloor heating was not set correctly, and should be checked and reset; no button could be found on the Right hand side. . When on the bathroom floors were comfortable and the electric towel rails much appreciated. Excellent towels provided. The information about glass recycling was out of date - it is not on or near Southwold market, nor would it appear to have been there for many years. There did not seem to be a local contact so problems were reported to the agent in Chester who replied after consulting the owner. We reported the lighting and shower door and otherwise coped.

- Peter, January 2024
Alun November 2023

“A really great flat, plenty of room for the four of us.”

So nice being on the ground floor and with the bonus of parking. Will hopefully stay here again very soon.

- Alun, November 2023
Emma October 2023

“Lovely apartment in a perfect position.”

Brilliant to have our own parking space. Very comfortable beds. Cosy underfloor heating. Lovely welcome gift of cookies and Prosecco. Only tiny negative was that the bathrooms seem a bit ‘tired’ and could benefit from a refresh. We still had a lovely stay and would love to come back.

- Emma, October 2023
Lawrence September 2023

“Good location, spacious apartment.”

We really enjoyed our stay in Southwold.

- Lawrence, September 2023
Joyce September 2023

“I rated our stay very low because we came home after after three days, unfortunately I am physically disabled, needing equipment to get around, The Hive didn’t really lend it self to this.”

It was entirely my fault, I should have looked into it more. The other factor was it overlooks a huge children’s play ground, which comes right up to the lounge window, we were trouble with inquisitive people, mostly adults peering in.

- Joyce, September 2023
Gemma July 2023

“Upon arrival we were pleasantly struck with how clean the property was and beautifully presented!”

We absolutely loved the central Southwold location (just a short walk to all of the shops, cafes and the beach) and the parking space, which is a real bonus given parking is at a premium locally. Our lively 6 year really enjoyed being able to run straight out of the back door into a big playpark! We also really appreciated the pingpong rackets and balls. Just a couple of minor issues to flag - We found it initially very hard to open the master bedroom garden door and the backdoor in the kitchen/lounge was consistently tricky to open and shut so may need looking at. We also felt that in contrast to the beautifully presented interior the outside space at the back overlooking the playpark was definitely in need of some TLC and some weeding! The description had described it as a spot for a morning coffee and yet the bench seat is broken and there are weeds all over the ground, so it could do with a bit of a tidy up and could be made every bit as lovely as the inside of the apartment with very little effort. The Adams Fizz and oats biscuits welcoming us on arrival were a lovely touch, and overall we really enjoyed our stay in the Hive, and will definitely be back, thank you!

- Gemma, July 2023
Mary April 2023

“Really lovely apartment- a lot more space than we expected.”

Very helpful and detailed instructions on where everything is and how it worked. Had a wonderful weekend break and already looked to book again next year (though noted the prices have significantly increased)!

- Mary, April 2023
James October 2022

“A great property in a fabulous location for exploring Southwold.”

Thank you so much for a great stay.

- James, October 2022

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Summary

Ground-floor apartment
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Utility
Underfloor heating
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
TV with Freeview, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot available
Allocated parking for 1 car
Patio area with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop miles, pub 0.1 0.2 miles
Note: There will be a welcome gift of wine and biscuits on arrival
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers please

The property

There's a lovely feeling of space at The Hive with a wide entrance hall at the heart giving ample space for storage, with doors opening to the living area, both bedrooms, cloakroom and additional shower room. Light streams into the open plan living area which combines an L shaped kitchen, dining area and seating, with door opening to the patio and Tibbys Green beyond. The master bedroom, with king size bed, also has a double glazed door so you can enjoy your morning coffee outside. An allocated parking space close to the apartment is a huge advantage in Southwold, particularly as you'll be staying within walking distance of the bustling high street, Adnams Cellar and Kitchen, iconic Southwold Pier and promenade. The entrance is off Simons Path with the apartment overlooking Tibbys Green and the beautiful St Edmunds Church, and a strip of shingle patio with low wall and just enough space for you enjoy a coffee or something stronger! Ground Floor Enter through the honeycomb patterned glass door into the spacious hall which runs through the heart of the apartment, a great place for storing beach gear and giving access to the living room, master bedroom, guest bedroom, shower room and cloakroom. There's under floor heating throughout and natural timber flooring with the exception of tiles in the shower rooms. There is a two drawer console table with large circular mirror above as you walk into The Hive and also a wooden seat with storage for shoes under to keep things tidy. Open Plan Living Space A lovely light and airy room with big windows overlooking the green. A range of kitchen units with granite work surfaces run in an L shape at one side with a full range of appliances, including a Neff five ring gas hob with Wok burner and oven, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Enjoy meals at the extendable wooden table and four chairs and two further chairs in the apartment. Relax by the patio door in the sunshine on the comfy two seater couch and there's a funky swivel chair with footstool too. Utility Room A great addition with built in Hotpoint washer/dryer, freestanding microwave and storage cupboards. Cloakroom With washbasin and WC. Master Bedroom Enjoy your morning coffee on the patio just outside this bedroom which has a double glazed door. The bedroom's furnished with a king size bed, bedside lamps, double wardrobe and chest of drawers in a walk-in dressing area beside the dressing table and stool. En-Suite Shower Room This modern en-suite has a tiled shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and natural light. Guest Bedroom Sitting at the back of the apartment, this room has standard size twin beds and, again, plenty of space for your belongings with a fitted wardrobe with floor to ceiling mirrored door, hanging and shelf space. Shower Room Almost fully tiled, the wet room style shower is double headed and there's a wash basin and WC. Outside An allocated parking space, to the side of the apartment, is a huge advantage in Southwold. The entrance is off Simons Path with the The Hive overlooking Tibbys Green and the beautiful St Edmunds Church. A strip of shingle patio with low wall runs along the side with just enough space for you to enjoy a coffee or something stronger on the bench.

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Floorplan

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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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: No unaccompanied teenagers please

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Reviews & Ratings

“Have stayed at The Hive many times as we’re frequent visitors to Southwold.”

“It was all good.”

“Floors slippy in bedroom….”

“A well appointed, comfortable and ideally located apartment with a designated parking space.”

“Such a comfortable, easy place to stay.”

“We love the Hive spacious and on one level which is ideal for my husband.”

“Beautifully decorated and furnished, high class fixtures and fittings,this was our 3rd stay,great place to stay”

“Lovely spacious,very stylish apartment.”

“The flat is spacious warm in winter and beds comfortable, the location with parking is ideal, probably one of the best in Southwold.”

“A really great flat, plenty of room for the four of us.”

“Lovely apartment in a perfect position.”

“Good location, spacious apartment.”

“I rated our stay very low because we came home after after three days, unfortunately I am physically disabled, needing equipment to get around, The Hive didn’t really lend it self to this.”

“Upon arrival we were pleasantly struck with how clean the property was and beautifully presented!”