Guests say
Northgate Bakery Annex in Beccles is a charming, characterful cottage praised for its immaculate cleanliness, period features, and welcoming hosts. Guests highlight its excellent location near the town centre and local attractions, as well as the comfort and warmth of the accommodation. The property is well-equipped, with thoughtful touches and a cosy atmosphere. While some mention steep stairs and low doorways typical of historic buildings, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and very clean, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the convenient location, close to Beccles town centre, shops, restaurants, and local attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
The cottage is frequently described as comfortable, cosy, and warm. Some mention steep stairs and low doorways, but these are noted as quirks of the historic property rather than major drawbacks.
Reviews highlight the well-equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, and good quality furnishings. The property is described as having all necessary amenities, though some mention the stairs and bath may be challenging for those with mobility issues.
Guests repeatedly mention the hosts' friendliness, helpfulness, and attention to detail. While thoughtful touches are noted, such as tea and coffee in the wardrobe, there is no mention of guaranteed gifts.
About this property
This property is a self-contained annex to the owner’s 16th-century home in the Northgate conservation area, formerly a bakery and shop..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge (Small Freezer Compartment)
Separate Toilet.
Please Note: There Is A Steep, Narrow Staircase To The First Floor
First Floor:
Bedroom: Half Tester Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Use of owner’s washing machine and tumble dryer included. Shared courtyard with covered sitting-out area and outdoor furniture. Off road parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This self-catering accommodation, adjoining the owner’s home, is situated in the historic market town of Beccles, set on the River Waveney, which forms part of the Norfolk/Suffolk border and the southern extent of the Broads. This characterful property has a wealth of original features, including original Elizabethan beams and inglenook fireplace. The beams and fireplace are at least 450 years old, and many are older salvaged timbers. The kitchen has a Victorian tiled floor and the bedroom features a Tudor-style canopied double bed with matching window curtains and original beams. It even has a walk-in wardrobe with hairdryer, iron, and kettle so you can enjoy tea in bed without having to go down to the kitchen in the morning! This is a great place for a romantic break or as a base for exploring the area.
Nearby attractions include day boat hire on the Broads; the medieval city of Norwich with its cathedral, castle and fine shops and restaurants; the seaside town of Southwold on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, with its famous pier, beach huts and Adnams brewery; and bird watching at rspb Minsmere. A short walk uphill to the town centre, supermarkets, local shops, pubs, a street market on Friday mornings, bus and railway stations, and downhill to the quay and the river for fishing, boating, extensive riverside walks and cycling at Dunwich Heath. Norwich is worth a visit and is within an easy drive or leave the car and hop on the bus from the bus station, which is a short walk away. Beach 8 miles. Shops, pubs and restaurants within 400 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Reviews (18)
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PAUL ALLEN
Very nice
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Robert Smith
The cottage was very clean and the furnishing were in keeping with the period of the property.Chris & Sue were very pleasant and helpfulIdeal location for discovering the area
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Heidi Carroll
An excellent stay in a beautiful cottage. Good location - walk one way to the river, the other the lovely town. We loved the walk in wardrobe complete with tea and coffee to enjoy a morning brew upstairs. Friendly and helpful hosts. Good quality fitments throughout and very comfortable.