Stonechat
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A bird watcher’s haven, this first floor apartment overlooks Dunwich Heath nature reserve.
Stonechat is a first floor apartment at the Coastguard Cottages on Dunwich Heath. The apartment benefits from stunning views over the cliffs and beyond to the North Sea. The cosy holiday home offers the perfect getaway for two, with a beautifully restored open plan living, dining and sleeping area.
If you’re a keen birdwatcher you’ll be spoilt for choice with nightjars, woodlarks and warblers, just some of the rare species common in the area. Make the most of Stonechat’s countryside location and explore the heather strewn heath on foot.
Further afield, explore the pretty seaside town of Southwold, just a short drive away from the holiday home. The town boasts numerous independent shops and restaurants as well as the famous Adnam’s Brewery and the lighthouse.
There are three holiday apartments in these former coastguard cottages, which can be booked together for a group stay: Nightjar (sleeps two) is on the ground floor, and Stonechat (sleeps two) and Woodlark (sleeps four) are on the first floor. Another cottage, Bridge Farm Cottage (sleeps four), is just a 10-minute drive away near Dunwich village.
- Wi-Fi, available
- Garden, available
- EV charging, not available
- Fridge, available
- Freezer, not available
- Microwave, available
- Open fire / wood burner, not available
- Television, available
- DVD, available
- Washing machine, not available
- Dishwasher, not available
- Tumble dryer, not available
- Cot & high chair, available
See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Stonechat.
Heating: The cottage is heated by electric radiators which guests are able to regulate.
Wi-Fi: We provide free Wi-Fi access which is supplied by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can occur and line speeds can vary as can coverage within the building. The connection is unlikely to be suitable for gaming or streaming.
Parking: Designated parking for one car.
Please note: Stonechat is part of a conversion of former coastguard cottages, consisting of three holiday apartments, privately let accommodation, a café and a visitor centre. Although the apartment is sound-proofed, it is possible that noise from other occupants may be heard. Stonechat is not a stand alone holiday cottage.
Access to the apartment is via a communal entrance and staircase.
Offers: Holiday cottage guests have free entry to all National Trust properties during the period of their stay. Full details in the confirmation email upon booking.
Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage
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