Sutherland House - Southwold
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Historic Adult-Only Hotel with Award-Winning Seafood Dining in Southwold
Amenities & Facilities
Sutherland House is an adult-only hotel with private entrances for each accommodation, offering guests exclusive access to their rooms. The hotel retains original features such as elm floorboards and pargetted ceilings, creating a setting that blends Victorian and Georgian furnishings with contemporary design. Guests can relax in the garden or use the express check-in/check-out service for a streamlined stay.
Rooms & Suites
The stylish rooms at Sutherland House Hotel include the Duke of York's Bedroom with an ornate 15th-century ceiling, the John Sutherland Suite with separate lounge, and the Garden Room with its own patio. Each room is equipped with an en-suite bathroom featuring either a free-standing double-ended slipper bath or a walk-in shower. The John Sutherland Suite offers a large living area with sofa, TV, and views over Southwold's rooftops, church, and lighthouse.
Dining
The hotel's 2-AA Rosette award-winning restaurant focuses on fresh seafood, with dishes such as monkfish en croute and mackerel scotch egg made from locally-sourced ingredients. The intimate dining room seats approximately 20 guests, and the chef, Kinga, visits each table after service to discuss the meal. Breakfast is served from a menu with options like Suffolk breakfast with homemade black pudding and eggs royale.
Location & Surroundings
Sutherland House in Southwold is a 10-minute stroll along the promenade from Southwold Pier and a 3-minute walk from Adnams Brewery on the high street. Guests can explore the nearby Dunwich Beach or drive 15 minutes to Africa Alive African Animal Adventure. The hotel sits in the center of Southwold, providing easy access to local shops, pubs, and the seafront.
Guest Experience
The Sutherland House Hotel & Restaurant is run by husband-and-wife team Andy and Kinga, who manage front-of-house and kitchen respectively. Guests can enjoy a private arrival via key code access and a welcome drink of Sutherland House own-label English sparkling wine. The hotel offers fine dining experiences with a dedicated whisky flight menu and a wine list that includes a well-priced white Rioja.
- Historic Building: Dates back to 1455 with original features from that era
- Dining: 2-AA Rosette restaurant specializing in fresh local seafood
- Rooms: Includes Duke of York's Bedroom with 15th-century ceiling
- Location: 10-minute walk to Southwold Pier, 3 minutes to Adnams Brewery
- For: Adults-only, couples seeking fine dining and historic charm
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Garden view
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Fireplace
Facilities
Main facilities
Restaurant
Express check-in/ -out
Cycling
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
Dining
- Restaurant
Room view
- Garden view
Room features
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Sutherland House
| 💵 Lowest room price | 112 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 39.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Norwich International, NWI |
Location
- City landmarks
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