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Sep 27, 2024
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Quiet and peaceful location
John H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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The Dower Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
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6.0 out of 10
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4450 sq ft
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Near Thorpeness, Suffolk, Suffolk
- Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths1 min walk
- Place, Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre12 min drive
- Place, Norfolk Broads38 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathroom #2
Spaces
Garden
About this property
The Dower Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Key Features
Quiet and peaceful location
Easy walking distance to the beach
Only a short drive to Aldeburgh
On the beach to the North of Thorpeness
Beautiful walks to Thorpeness along the coastal path
2 bedrooms and 2 large en-suite bathrooms
TV and Wi-Fi
Ample parking
Close to RSPB reserve of Minsmere
Separate sitting room with TV
Description
If you are looking for an idyllic, peaceful retreat with a coastal setting, then The Dower Cottage is sure to delight. Tastefully furnished to a very high standard, this delightful holiday home is just a fifty yard walk from the beach. An ideal getaway for couples or small families looking for a relaxing break on the Suffolk Coast. ‘The Dower Cottage’ is a part of ‘The Dower’ estate and has been refurbished to create spacious, light and airy open plan living and kitchen area with an additional separate sitting room. It has two bedrooms each with a large en-suite bathroom. There is a wonderful, private enclosed garden that includes a paved terrace and the original large walled garden.
Just 2.5 miles from Aldeburgh, this stunning house enjoys a fantastic seaside location and is adjacent to the RSPB’s wetland reserve, Minsmere. The estate is home to a range of wildlife including deer and there are also opportunities for fishing trips as well as spectacular walks.
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Open plan Sitting/Kitchen/Dining:
Kitchen/Dining: Dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, fridge with freezer, dining table for four
Cloakroom: Handbasin, WC
Sitting: Light and airy sitting with Freeview TV, Wi-Fi, patio doors open onto front patio area
First Floor
Bedroom 1: King bed
En-Suite Bathroom: Shower cubicle, washbasin, WC
Bedroom 2: Super King bed
En-Suite Bathroom: Bath, shower cubicle, washbasin, WC
External Features
Terrace with patio furniture
Large enclosed walled garden
Facilities
Heating and electricity costs are included in the rental
Free Wi-Fi
Additional Information
Pets are not permitted
No smoking
Distance to Beach – 50 yards
Distance to Supermarket – 1.5 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – 0.5 miles (walking)
Nearest Train Station – 8 miles (Saxmundham)
Nearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stanstead Airport
1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport
Quiet and peaceful location
Easy walking distance to the beach
Only a short drive to Aldeburgh
On the beach to the North of Thorpeness
Beautiful walks to Thorpeness along the coastal path
2 bedrooms and 2 large en-suite bathrooms
TV and Wi-Fi
Ample parking
Close to RSPB reserve of Minsmere
Separate sitting room with TV
Description
If you are looking for an idyllic, peaceful retreat with a coastal setting, then The Dower Cottage is sure to delight. Tastefully furnished to a very high standard, this delightful holiday home is just a fifty yard walk from the beach. An ideal getaway for couples or small families looking for a relaxing break on the Suffolk Coast. ‘The Dower Cottage’ is a part of ‘The Dower’ estate and has been refurbished to create spacious, light and airy open plan living and kitchen area with an additional separate sitting room. It has two bedrooms each with a large en-suite bathroom. There is a wonderful, private enclosed garden that includes a paved terrace and the original large walled garden.
Just 2.5 miles from Aldeburgh, this stunning house enjoys a fantastic seaside location and is adjacent to the RSPB’s wetland reserve, Minsmere. The estate is home to a range of wildlife including deer and there are also opportunities for fishing trips as well as spectacular walks.
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Open plan Sitting/Kitchen/Dining:
Kitchen/Dining: Dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, fridge with freezer, dining table for four
Cloakroom: Handbasin, WC
Sitting: Light and airy sitting with Freeview TV, Wi-Fi, patio doors open onto front patio area
First Floor
Bedroom 1: King bed
En-Suite Bathroom: Shower cubicle, washbasin, WC
Bedroom 2: Super King bed
En-Suite Bathroom: Bath, shower cubicle, washbasin, WC
External Features
Terrace with patio furniture
Large enclosed walled garden
Facilities
Heating and electricity costs are included in the rental
Free Wi-Fi
Additional Information
Pets are not permitted
No smoking
Distance to Beach – 50 yards
Distance to Supermarket – 1.5 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – 0.5 miles (walking)
Nearest Train Station – 8 miles (Saxmundham)
Nearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stanstead Airport
1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Leiston
Leiston is home to this cottage. Suffolk Coast and Heaths and RSPB Minsmere reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Leiston Leisure Centre and Southwold Maize Maze.
Near Thorpeness, Suffolk, Suffolk
What's nearby
- Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
- Southwold Beach - 25 min drive - 26.4 km
- Norfolk Broads - 38 min drive - 40.7 km
- Ipswich Waterfront - 51 min drive - 53.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sizewell Sports & Social Club - 4 min drive
- Cross Keys Inn - 12 min drive
- Dolphin Inn - 8 min drive
- Ash Smoked Fishes - 11 min drive
- Ive's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar - 12 min drive
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
8.0/10
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