Skilmans House
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Overview
Skilmans House is a sprawling contemporary holiday home that stands proud on Skilmans Hill with gorgeous views across the marshes to Southwold Harbour and beyond. With four outstanding bedrooms, this wonderful property sleeps 8 guests in superb comfort. The harbour, shops and pretty beach huts of Southwold are just a short stroll away.
Southwold is a pretty quintessentially British seaside resort. With its Instagram worthy pastel-painted beach huts lining the promenade, a wonderful beach, amusements, an iconic pier and an excellent up-market range of shops and eateries, it is immensely popular.
The vast outdoor terrace of Skilmans House has been designed to make the most of the views from the house. The raised decked alfresco dining terrace is perfectly positioned so that you can dine with a view. The sunsets are gorgeous from this wonderful vantage point. There is also an outstanding outdoor corner sofa arrangement, the perfect spot for pre-dinner drinks or a read of the Sunday newspapers.
Skilmans House is a light-filled wonder. The living room is enormous. You can all stretch out and watch the equally huge television. The deep, comfy sofas are decorated with colour pop cushions, and the large bay window lets the light flood the room. The kitchen diner is a chef’s dream. The dazzling white and contemporary walnut kitchen is enormous with masses of cupboards and work surface, a fantastic range of appliances and a wine fridge. The first thing you will want to do is fill that! There is even a sofa in the kitchen so that guests can keep the chef company while they cook up a feast. Playful, brightly coloured chairs adorn the dining table, matching the bright cushions on the sofa. The kitchen diner is extraordinarily light with huge floor to ceiling doors by the dining area and huge apex windows and doors at the kitchen end, as well as Velux windows.
Skilman House boasts four outstanding bedrooms which are spread across the ground and first floors. Downstairs, a delightful double bedroom opens directly onto the terrace where guests can pop out to the alfresco lounge area for a delicious morning cup of coffee and the first sniff of fresh sea air. Its ensuite bathroom sparkles and offers a wonderful dome shower head with LED lighting, sure to be a talking point. The remaining three bedrooms are situated on the first floor. Children will enjoy late-night chatter in the bunk room where there is plenty of room to play. There is another room with flexible sleeping arrangements. The zip and link beds can be set up as twins or a super-king bed. There is also another fabulous double room with a double bed and ensuite bathroom. The family bathroom, again in brilliant white, is luxurious and very contemporary. Skilmans House is very well appointed. You even have a jacuzzi bath. Be sure to take a glass of the chilled wine from the wine fridge up with you!
What you should know…
- One of the bedrooms is a bunk room, ideal for children. Adults may not be too comfortable if they are using this room
- You are welcome to bring two well-behaved pets to this holiday home
- The outside areas are very spacious and wonderful for lounging and dining but there is not a lawn
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Large living room with comfortable leather sofas, satellite TV and access to the terrace
- Open plan dining area for 8 people and access to the terrace
- Fully equipped kitchen with central island and access to the terrace
- Shower room and cloakroom
- Bedroom with double bed and access to the terrace
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with two single beds
- Bedroom with bunk beds
- Family bathroom with bath
Exterior Grounds
- Ample terraced area
- Outdoor dining
- Garden furniture
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Washing machine
- Travel cot and high chair available on request
- Parking
Location
About the surrounding area of Skilmans HouseSouthwold is a charming north Suffolk seaside town on the very attractive Suffolk Heritage Coast, between Aldeburgh and Lowestoft. It is as pretty as a picture with its landmark lighthouse, and pastel-painted beach huts lining the promenade. Its iconic pier was recently refurbished and is home to the House of Games, an electric light-filled arcade room that is very popular with tourists. There are bundles of energetic and interactive games to play with prizes to be won. You can wander along the pier, buying delicious Suffolk Meadow ice-cream as you go, to the famous Under the Pier Show, a somewhat crazy collection. The water clock is made from recycled copper water cylinders with a water show every 30 minutes. It is like a time gone by with sticks of rock and fish and chips. Southwold is home to the famous Adnams Brewery. You can tour the brewing rooms set just behind the High Street, adjacent to the town’s iconic lighthouse.
From the beach you may want to take a stroll crossing the River Blyth to Walberswick, exploring the trackbed of the old Southwold Railway along the way. Over a thousand acres of heath and marshland around Walberswick are protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You will find children crabbing by the harbour as well as fisherman’s huts where you can buy some delicious, freshly caught fish. Walberswick boasts tea rooms, restaurants, two pubs, an art gallery, village shops and some charming craft and gift shops.
Further down the coast, you can visit the wonderful town of Aldeburgh. Its famous resident, Benjamin Britten, is celebrated throughout the town with a wonderful sculpture on the beach. Aldeburgh is very pretty with pastel-coloured 19th-century homes and a delightful pebble beach. The fascinating Aldeburgh Museum is housed in the iconic Moot Hall, one of the UK’s most important timber-framed public buildings. It dates from the early 16th century and tells the history of Aldeburgh from the Anglo-Saxon period until today. You will hear about witches, smuggling, shipbuilding and famous people from the area.
Havergate Island is a tiny island in the River Ore. It is famous for its breeding avocets and terns which are around during the spring and summer. There are 5 hides. You take a boat to get there which can be booked through RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve.
Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach offer tranquillity and a true sense of being at one with nature. The heath is alive in the summer months with colour, a patchwork of pink and purple heather and coconut-scented yellow gorse. It is a rare and precious habitat for Dartford warblers, nightjars, woodlarks, adders and much more.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Norwich International Airport
(58 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Blackwater
(1 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Southwold
(300 m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Coasters
(300 m) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
The Lord Nelson
(350 m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Tesco Express
(300 m) |
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| Nearest Beach |
The Denes Beach
(800 m) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Southwold Golf Club
(1 km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesFamilies enjoy staying at Skilmans House. It is extremely spacious. Adults can chill out in the kitchen while the young ones watch a movie on the huge television. There is also plenty of room in the bunk room to play. It is very handy that you can walk to the beach, pier and town.
Southwold’s pier is a lovely seaside delight. It offers family games, snacks and gift shops. Children can lose themselves for hours in the House of Games, spending their pocket money and testing their skills. Children also enjoy visiting the iconic lighthouse. The little rowing boat ferry from Southwold to Walberswick is popular. You can buy some buckets, nets and rods to enjoy some crabbing.
Nature-loving children enjoy a trip to the RSPB Minsmere National Reserve. You can see avocets, bearded tits, bitterns and many other birds and explore the lovely nature walks, dipping into hides. There are many activities for families with children including the Wild Zone with its play tree and child-sized nests and the Wild Wood where you can take a minibeasts safari or work as a team and build a den.
Ellough Park Raceway offers adult and junior karting. Drivers aged 8 and above can enjoy the outdoor karting at this British National Championship hosting race circuit. There is also a minimum height of 4ft 6inches.
Lowestoft boasts Somerleyton Hall and Gardens, the East Anglia Transport Museum, Africa Alive, Sparrow’s Nest and Gardens, the Marina Theatre and various other museums. There are 14 lanes of glow bowling at the Richardson’s Family Entertainment Centre, skating and an arcade on Claremont Pier and over 35 rides, attractions and shows at the Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park set in 50 acres.
Africa Alive boasts interactive animal adventures where children will discover African lions, giraffes, meerkats and hunting dogs as well as 5 species of savannah animals, including giraffes and rhinos, at the ‘Plains of Africa’ centrepiece. There are also lemurs, bushbabies, colobus monkeys and many birds to meet and you can watch the awesome Bird of Prey displays.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- Tennis Nearby
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
* Please note that due to Covid-19, the check in and out times have been temporarily amended to allow for additional cleaning. Check in is now 5pm, check-out is 9am. Thank you for your understanding.
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed linen, bath and pool towels are included in the rental price. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights |
| Changeover day | Flexible. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of £25 per pet per week will apply (paid locally. max of 2 pets allowed). |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A travel cot can be provided on request, please bring your own cot linen. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3rd 2023 - Oct 6th 2023 | £2,382 | £2,686 | £2,991 | £3,143 |
| Oct 6th 2023 - Oct 13th 2023 | £2,382 | £2,686 | £2,991 | £3,143 |
| Oct 13th 2023 - Oct 20th 2023 | £2,382 | £2,686 | £2,991 | £3,143 |
| Oct 20th 2023 - Oct 27th 2023 | £2,779 | £3,137 | £3,495 | £3,673 |
| Oct 27th 2023 - Nov 3rd 2023 | £2,517 | £2,840 | £3,162 | £3,324 |
| Nov 3rd 2023 - Nov 10th 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Nov 10th 2023 - Nov 17th 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Nov 17th 2023 - Nov 24th 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Nov 24th 2023 - Dec 1st 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Dec 1st 2023 - Dec 8th 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Dec 8th 2023 - Dec 15th 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Dec 15th 2023 - Dec 22nd 2023 | £2,147 | £2,420 | £2,694 | £2,830 |
| Dec 22nd 2023 - Dec 29th 2023 | £3,419 | £3,861 | £4,304 | £4,526 |
| Dec 29th 2023 - Jan 5th 2024 | £3,419 | £3,861 | £4,304 | £4,526 |
| Jan 5th 2024 - Jan 12th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Jan 12th 2024 - Jan 19th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Jan 19th 2024 - Jan 26th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Jan 26th 2024 - Feb 2nd 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Feb 2nd 2024 - Feb 9th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Feb 9th 2024 - Feb 16th 2024 | £2,386 | £2,691 | £2,996 | £3,149 |
| Feb 16th 2024 - Feb 23rd 2024 | £2,306 | £2,601 | £2,895 | £3,042 |
| Feb 23rd 2024 - Mar 1st 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Mar 1st 2024 - Mar 8th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Mar 8th 2024 - Mar 15th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Mar 15th 2024 - Mar 22nd 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Mar 22nd 2024 - Mar 29th 2024 | £2,779 | £3,136 | £3,493 | £3,672 |
| Mar 29th 2024 - Apr 5th 2024 | £3,020 | £3,410 | £3,799 | £3,994 |
| Apr 5th 2024 - Apr 12th 2024 | £2,779 | £3,136 | £3,493 | £3,672 |
| Apr 12th 2024 - Apr 19th 2024 | £2,417 | £2,727 | £3,036 | £3,190 |
| Apr 19th 2024 - Apr 26th 2024 | £2,417 | £2,727 | £3,036 | £3,190 |
| Apr 26th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | £2,536 | £2,861 | £3,187 | £3,349 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £2,557 | £2,885 | £3,213 | £3,377 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 17th 2024 | £2,620 | £2,956 | £3,292 | £3,460 |
| May 17th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £2,678 | £3,022 | £3,366 | £3,538 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | £3,702 | £4,182 | £4,663 | £4,903 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 | £2,904 | £3,279 | £3,653 | £3,840 |
| Jun 7th 2024 - Jun 14th 2024 | £2,933 | £3,311 | £3,689 | £3,878 |
| Jun 14th 2024 - Jun 21st 2024 | £3,102 | £3,503 | £3,904 | £4,104 |
| Jun 21st 2024 - Jun 28th 2024 | £3,227 | £3,644 | £4,061 | £4,270 |
| Jun 28th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £3,380 | £3,817 | £4,255 | £4,473 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £3,528 | £3,985 | £4,443 | £4,671 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024 | £3,772 | £4,262 | £4,752 | £4,997 |
| Jul 19th 2024 - Jul 26th 2024 | £4,046 | £4,573 | £5,099 | £5,363 |
| Jul 26th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 | £4,597 | £5,197 | £5,797 | £6,097 |
| Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 9th 2024 | £4,288 | £4,847 | £5,405 | £5,685 |
| Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 16th 2024 | £4,288 | £4,847 | £5,405 | £5,685 |
| Aug 16th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | £4,288 | £4,847 | £5,405 | £5,685 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £4,288 | £4,847 | £5,405 | £5,685 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | £3,641 | £4,113 | £4,586 | £4,822 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Sep 13th 2024 | £3,082 | £3,479 | £3,877 | £4,076 |
| Sep 13th 2024 - Sep 20th 2024 | £2,764 | £3,119 | £3,475 | £3,652 |
| Sep 20th 2024 - Sep 27th 2024 | £2,525 | £2,849 | £3,172 | £3,334 |
| Sep 27th 2024 - Oct 4th 2024 | £2,470 | £2,787 | £3,103 | £3,261 |
| Oct 4th 2024 - Oct 11th 2024 | £2,470 | £2,787 | £3,103 | £3,261 |
| Oct 11th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £2,470 | £2,787 | £3,103 | £3,261 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Oct 25th 2024 | £2,885 | £3,256 | £3,628 | £3,813 |
| Oct 25th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £2,885 | £3,256 | £3,628 | £3,813 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Nov 8th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Nov 8th 2024 - Nov 15th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Nov 15th 2024 - Nov 22nd 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Nov 22nd 2024 - Nov 29th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 6th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Dec 6th 2024 - Dec 13th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Dec 13th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | £3,549 | £4,009 | £4,469 | £4,699 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £3,549 | £4,009 | £4,469 | £4,699 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 10th 2025 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jan 17th 2025 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Jan 17th 2025 - Jan 24th 2025 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
| Jan 24th 2025 - Apr 5th 2025 | £2,227 | £2,511 | £2,795 | £2,937 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Lovely
The location and space are ideal for a family group. Cooking is a pleasure in the well equip kitchen. It is near to the shops and beach with lovely views to the harbour.
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Thanks again!
Was a beautiful property, the dream home! We will definitely be back.
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