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Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Leiston, Suffolk
  • Thorpeness Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Aldeburgh Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • RSPB Minsmere
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

Bathroom #3

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About this property

Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms

Key Features
Views overlooking The Meare Only a short walk to Thorpeness beach Close to a traditional pub, tearooms and Thorpeness Golf Club 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms TV, DVD, Wi-Fi Enclosed garden with lake views, patio furniture and BBQ Dog friendly Membership of Thorpeness Country Club with free use of the tennis courts 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
Description

Situated in one of the most stunning locations overlooking Thorpeness Meare, this spacious and traditional cottage is located in the heart of the village and is just a stone's throw from the beach. Very close to the famous Dolphin Inn, Thorpeness Golf Club and Meare and just two miles from Aldeburgh, this house has an enviable location boasting lovely views over the boating lake.

This pet friendly house features six bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and a spacious living area which offers plenty of comfortable seating – a perfect space for family and friends to get together. The front garden enjoys stunning views of the Meare and is perfect for relaxing.

Sanctuary House is an ideal base for guests wishing to enjoy a memorable holiday on the Suffolk Coast and the glorious location makes this a very special property for families looking for a relaxing getaway.

Rental of Sanctuary House includes membership of Thorpeness Country Club (excluding summer high season and the summer programme) and 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club

Two storey accommodation

Ground Floor

Kitchen: Four ring gas hob/oven with in-built microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer

Utility Room: Drinks fridge and washing machine. Small wet room

Sitting Room: Comfortable seating with views over the front garden and Meare beyond, wood burning stove, TV, DVD, wi-fi

Dining Room: Large table and chairs with windows offering views over the front garden and Meare beyond

Wet Room: Shower

Cloakroom: Washbasin and WC

Bedroom 4 – Bittern: Super king bed (can be twinned). Office desk with a chair (can be used as office space)

En Suite: Shower cubicle, WC and washbasin

Bedroom 5 – Cygnet: Bunk beds

First Floor

Bedroom 1 – Osprey: Super king bed (can be twinned) offering beautiful views over the Meare

En Suite: Shower cubicle, WC and washbasin

Cloakroom: WC and washbasin

Bedroom 2 – Heron: Super king bed (can be twinned) offering beautiful views over the Meare, washbasin

Bedroom 3 – Egret: Super king bed (can be twinned)

Family Bathroom: Bath with overhead shower and washbasin

Bedroom 6: Single bed

External features
Enclosed garden overlooking the Meare at the front of the property with garden furniture and BBQ
Facilities
Gas central heating and electricity included in the rental Free Wi-Fi Off road parking at the rear of the property
Additional Information
Cots and high chairs available for a small hire charge, request on booking Pet friendly No smoking property
Distance to beach – 300 yards
Nearest Supermarket – 2 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – 60 yards
Nearest Train Station – 5 miles
Nearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stansted Airport
1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport

Property manager

Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Leiston

Leiston is home to this cottage. Southwold Beach and Suffolk Coast and Heaths reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include RSPB Minsmere and Easton Farm Park. Pier and Congo Rapids Lost World Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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Leiston, Suffolk

What's nearby

  • Thorpeness Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moot Hall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Aldeburgh Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Snape Maltings - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • RSPB Minsmere - 16 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Saxmundham Station - 16 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sizewell Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Golden Galleon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Magpies Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms located?

Situated in Leiston, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre and Thorpeness Golf Club. Moot Hall and Suffolk Coast and Heaths are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thorpeness

Lovely weekend with the children
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

celia b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable house.

I think the words, "shabby chic" apply here. Although nothing too shabby, the fabrics in the blinds are lovely, I think its the wood floors that give it this look. The berooms are lovely and comfortable, although the electric shower in the downstairs suite was a bit poor on power. The lounge accommodated our family group of 7 well, with comfy chairs and settee. The garden is small, just adequate for older children really, theres a drop and a wall, which might make it difficult for toddlers, but nice views over village green and boating lake. Its in a good position for activities beach, boating and mini golf. Kitchen is well equipped. Our stay here worked very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Annette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

Perfect location. Great access to the lake, easy walk to the beach and golf club (for mini golf). Enclosed garden was perfect for the children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Perfect location, nice views from most of the bedrooms. Character features. Good bathrooms. Oven quite small if cooking for a large group, but we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

Had a lovely couple of days with friends to celebrate our 50th birthdays. The sanctuary was perfect for what we needed. Very clean and comfortable, plenty of room for us all. We were very lucky with the weather so enjoyed sitting in the garden looking at the lovely view over the Meare. Dolphin inn was a handy few minutes walk and we enjoyed walking around the village. The beach is a very short walk and we had a lovely walk along the coast to Aldeburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

We loved this property it was close to family so easy for everyone to come over and spend some time with us. The house was perfect everything we could have needed was included. Hope to go back someday
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Northamptonshire, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We had a fabulous stay at The Sanctuary. We went with our family for a few days relaxation and found the house yo be perfect for the 9 of us. Grandchildren loved exploring the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Fantastic location... House had wonderful views, lots of space and comfy beds!.. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages

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With over 140 beautiful holiday cottages based in and around the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast, Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages is here to help you find your perfect self-catering holiday on England’s east coast.

Beachfront, coastal or countryside we can help you find the holiday of your dreams. Whether you’re seeking a holiday home with amazing views of the sea, stunning cottages in the heart of a coastal town, a cosy romantic getaway or a property large enough for the family to get together, we have something to offer you.

Our skilled team is made up entirely of local people whose passion is based on a shared love of the area and who have over thirty years experience in the holiday cottage industry. We know our properties inside out as well as the beautiful county of Suffolk in which they are located.

We can provide you with recommendations of wonderful places to eat, great days out for children and the best walks in the area, all you have to do is ask.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

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