Guests say
Albion Cottage receives high praise for its excellent location near the beach, pubs, and shops, making it ideal for a relaxing break. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, homely feel, and well-equipped facilities. The property is dog-friendly and offers a peaceful atmosphere, with responsive and helpful owners. Some minor points include steep stairs, occasional parking issues during local events, and a few comments on the welcome pack and lounge television. Overall, guests found their stays comfortable and enjoyable, with many expressing a desire to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean and well maintained throughout, with only one mention of a dog smell in the living room. The overwhelming majority found the property pristine.
The location is repeatedly described as excellent, with easy access to the beach, local pubs, shops, and nearby attractions. Only one review notes parking difficulties during a festival, but otherwise, the setting is highly praised.
Guests found the cottage very comfortable, with homely touches, comfortable beds, and a peaceful environment. The only recurring caution is the steepness of the stairs, which may not suit everyone.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with fast WiFi, good kitchen amenities, and thoughtful extras. Minor negatives include the lack of a dishwasher and a dark lounge television, but these did not detract significantly from guests’ experiences.
Several guests appreciated the welcome pack, which sometimes included wine, milk, tea, and coffee, and noted the owners’ helpfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and some found the welcome pack basic, future guests should not expect specific items.
About this property
Enjoy a family seaside holiday from this property, with a beach just 100 yards away and the attractions of Lowestoft close by. Albion Cottage is proudly a traditional Victorian Cottage..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 28" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner (November-February) included during winter months. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed gravelled courtyard with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. On road parking. No smoking.. Situated in the ever popular town of Pakefield, near Lowestoft, Albion Cottage is a renovated, end terrace property, and is only a few minutes walk from a sandy beach, making it ideal for beach walks, sea swimming and fishing. Its bright interior makes it a more than comfortable base to relax in following a day of sun, sea, sand and fun on the Suffolk Coast. There are many things to do in the surrounding area, including Lowestoft’s Park Run, Africa Alive, which is a renowned nature reserve, Lowestoft, with its popular pier, and Pleasurewood Hills, the UK’s most easterly theme park. Further inland, you will find Oulton Broad, part of the Norfolk Broads National Park. From here, you can fish (licence required), hire a day boat or sit back and watch the passing pleasure craft. Southwold, Aldeburgh and Dunwich are all within easy reach by car. The all year round dog friendly beache is a few minutes walk. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
Please note: There are steep stairs to the first floor of the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- East Anglia Transport Museum
- Pleasurewood Hills
- Time and Tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
- Norfolk Broads
- Dunwich Beach
Reviews (18)
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Paul Berry
Perfect Cottage. Very quiet, clean & comfortable. Well equipped. Beach, pubs, & shops all very close. Enjoyed a few pleasant days away with my dog. No complaints at all.
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Confirmed Guest
This was an ideal place for us, nearby pubs serving good food and other local resorts in easy driving distance e.g. Southwold, Gt. Yarmouth, and Lowestoft just a short stroll along the seafront. We would book again but not when the Light Festival was on as there was absolutely no-where to park during those 2 days, even the public car park was closed to non festival goers. Otherwise a very enjoyable holiday
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Kevin Ringrose
Fabulous cottage in perfect location for exploring the Pakefield coast and further South - Southwold & Aldeburgh for example. The cottage has absolutely everything you could possibly need for your stay and could not be more cosy! We loved our week there and will definitely be back. What more can I say?