Entire home/flat 
3 guests 
2 bedrooms 
2 beds 
1 baths The space
GROUND FLOOR
You're welcomed directly into the cosy sitting room, comfortably furnished for four guests with entertainment provided by a TV, DVD player and micro Hi-Fi with iPod dock.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
Equipped with a free standing electric cooker, fridge, microwave, slimline dishwasher, kettle and toaster. There's a table and chairs so you can cook and dine at home or visit one of the many take-aways; and a door opens to the garden for a bit of al fresco dining.
BATHROOM
Also on the ground floor. There's a shower attachment over the bath, a washbasin, WC and natural light.
FIRST FLOOR
Steep winding stairs, typical for a period cottage, wind to the first floor with a sturdy rope to help you climb!
DOUBLE BEDROOM
A Double bed takes pride of place in this pretty sunny bedroom which has bedside drawers and a cupboard as well as a small wardrobe for your clothes and a washbasin.
SINGLE BEDROOM
Sitting quietly at the back with a single bed and additional pull-out which can be made up for you if requested when making the booking. There's also a washbasin, a chest of drawers, a wardrobe and a chair.
UTILITY
This room is across the courtyard and has a wash/dryer, outdoor furniture.
OUTSIDE
The courtyard style garden is fully enclosed and a real sun trap. It also provides space for bikes and bin storage with a side passage for easy access.
PARKING AND THE AREA
Southwold South Green Area - within minutes of the market place, with the elegant Swan Hotel, an excellent range of small shops including a greengrocers with fresh local produce, family butcher and delicatessen. The popular Red Lion Inn overlooking South Green is even closer.
Amenities
Bathtub
Bed linens
Cooking basics
Dishes and silverware
Dishwasher
Dryer
Essentials
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
Iron
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Private entrance
Refrigerator
Room-darkening shades
Smoke detector
Stove
TV
Washer
Wireless Internet
Stair gates
Carbon monoxide detector
Reviews
Benjamin, September 2026 • Airbnb
Lovely stay at the Bolt hole - whilst entertaining children in poor weather there may have been a stretch, as a summer base to access the beach and Southwold itself it was great - it is highly likely we will be back again
Gill, September 2026 • Airbnb
The description of the cottage was accurate and was v homely. It was clean and the sitting room furniture was comfy as were the beds. Plenty of v hot water. It is quite adequate for a couple We love Southwold and it was fun staying in a different area although the whole town is within easy walking distance. The fabric of the cottage is a bit tired but that is part of its charm. Down side - couldn't get the main oven to function - neither could our 21 yr old techy grandson when he dropped in to see us!!!!! Yes we would return
Victoria, August 2026 • Airbnb
We had such a relaxing stay at The Bolt Hole, it was perfectly placed for the beach, walking to the quay, the town and restaurants. We were delighted with everything and were able to fully switch off. Our 5 year old daughter loved having a sink in her room. The addition of the optional baby gate for the room was ideal for our little sleep walker. Thank you for having us to stay.
Jo, July 2026 • Airbnb
Lovely stay we will be back.
Davina, July 2026 • Airbnb
Perfect stay.. such a beautiful spot .. amazing location. Would love to come back!
Catherine, April 2026 • Airbnb
This little cottage is gorgeous and very well situated - we loved the fact it was on the edge of the town so really easy to get to the shops, pubs and restaurants but this meant it was also very quiet and peaceful and it felt like we were already on the way to the harbour which we absolutely loved walking to - either through the sand dunes or across the footpaths in the fields. Also loved being just a couple of mins walk from the beach. Cottage is as advertised, especially in relation to the stairs - we were absolutely fine with them but do heed the warning. Very well stocked kitchen. Very cosy in the evenings!
Margaret, March 2026 • Airbnb
Very good
Claire, November 2025 • Airbnb
A lovely small and quirky cottage, which was as we expected. (Read the description carefully) We had a lovely stay enjoying the location and surroundings! We were lucky enough to have lots of warm sun too! Thank you.
Ian, October 2025 • Airbnb
Convenient location. Cosy. Typical stairway for a cottage of its age (may be challenging to some). All very clean, tidy and the property is equipped with all you need.
Geraldine, September 2026 5.0 • Airbnb
The Bolthole cottage had a lovely comfortable homely feel and we were at ease as soon as we opened the front door. We are not used to stairs and they are advertised as steep but we found the handrail and rope very helpful and we would stay in this charming cottage again.