5th October 2026 |
Guides, Southwold
5 Reasons To Choose a Self-Catering Holiday For Your Next Getaway
Deciding between a UK staycation or a holiday abroad can be a tricky decision. Whether you take multiple vacations a year or one big family getaway, there’s plenty to consider.
While the promise of sunny weather may tempt you to travel abroad, self-catering holidays are quickly growing in popularity. In fact, there are several benefits to choosing a self-catering option for your next getaway. Read on to discover why a self-catering holiday might be the right choice for you.
1. Space for everyone
A self-catering holiday can offer any space and layout to suit your needs. With that extra bedroom, you can invite parents, extended family members or even friends along with you. Want a second living room for the teens to hang out in? Keen to have a garage to store the bikes? Want a games room? Are bunk beds a must? We can find a property with the space you need. Book far enough in advance and we can even find you properties within a few minutes walk of each other. So you can gather all your favourite people together across a number of cottages.
Not only can you enjoy the extra space with loved ones, but by choosing a pet-friendly cottage, your furry friends can come along too! We can give you the low down on the garden space and even advise on dog-friendly beaches and eateries. It’s the ideal way to avoid the hassle and cost of kennels or catteries, ensuring everyone – human and animal alike – has a wonderful, stress-free self-catering holiday.
2. Less Travel
With a staycation, you can avoid the stress of traveling during inconvenient hours, waiting for flights, and losing your luggage. Leave home at your own pace, stop for lunch, and even see sights along the way. There’s no need to worry about jet lag, time zone changes, or restless children in the middle of the night. Travel can be stressful, so why not simplify the experience by cutting your journey time in half and staying in one of the beautiful destinations the UK has to offer?
Southwold’s High Street is a bustling place open all year round. You’ll find small supermarkets, independent butchers, a delicatessen, a green grocers and bakeries to keep you well stocked up during your stay. With cosy pubs and restaurants on the doorstep too, you could park your car on arrival not need it again until you leave!
3. More affordable
Self-catering holidays are a more budget-friendly option compared to travelling abroad. By avoiding costly flights and rental cars, travellers can save on transport expenses. Additionally, all of our holiday cottages come with well equipped kitchens, providing everything you need to cook up a storm. If you make yourself a packed lunch or the occasional dinner at your property, that’s money saved to use for exciting adventures or experiences on the Suffolk Coast instead.
Furthermore, there’s complimentary Wi-Fi access in our holiday cottages and some have a Smart TV or a cupboard of games to keep everyone entertained. Cosy up in your cottage and watch a film together, or challenge the family to a board game – a chance to reconnect and spend quality time together.
4. Flexibility
Self-catering gives you a flexible, no-fuss arrival. Our check in policy is either via a key safe at the property or you can collect your keys from our office on the Hight Street. If you’ll be arriving late we can arrange a contact-less collection alongside all the access information you might need.
Staying in a holiday home, you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast without worrying about missing mealtimes or needing to leave your room. Plus, you can explore Suffolk at your own pace, without having to pre-book set excursions or join group tours. Flexibility that’s especially helpful if you’re travelling with young children when things don’t always go to plan!
5. Tailor your perfect stay
A self-catering holiday is the best way to find the perfect cottage for your needs. Our wide selection of holiday homes on the Suffolk Coast come in a variety of shapes, sizes, styles and amenities. Whether you require a wet room, ground floor bedroom, or any other specific feature, you’re sure to discover the ideal match without the need to compromise.
What’s more, our local team are all readily on hand to assist you with a booking or any other request. We know every property inside and out! We’re super friendly and there’s only a handful of us, so give us a call on 01502 723292 to book your perfect self-catering holiday and we’d be delighted to help.
–> Your base on the Suffolk Coast
Durrants Holiday Cottages are dotted throughout Southwold and the surrounding area, giving you the perfect base for your Suffolk adventure.
Need advice? Get in touch with our local team who are happy to help.
