The Studio

In the heart of Aldeburgh, just a few minutes walk from the beach

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For that very special seaside holiday where comfort and taste are an integral part of the experience.

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SNAPE 5miles (8km) ORFORD 12miles (17km) WOODBRIDGE 20miles (33km) SOUTHWOLD 24miles (39km) Set in the heart of the delightful sea side town of Aldeburgh, just a few minutes walk from the beach this wonderful art deco artist's studio has been lovingly and tastefully restored to create the perfect state of the art retreat for a really comfortable self catering holiday at any time of the year. An enormous first floor south facing balcony overlooks the garden and the sea beyond, whilst the patio has views over the fenced and very private garden.

Aldeburgh, a favourite sea side escape for artists, musicians and families yearning for those special holiday breaks of yesteryear, is a pretty Victorian coastal resort. The inspiration for much of Benjamin Britten's music and centre for his creation - The Aldeburgh Festival - the little town still plays host to concerts, film, theatre and poetry festivals. In the heart of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Aldeburgh is an ideal location for bird watchers, walkers and of course sailors. The estuary, marshes and shingle banks are home to a wide variety of wildlife and there are sailing and yacht clubs at nearby Slaughden as well as the famous Aldeburgh and Thorpeness heathland golf courses just a few minutes drive from The Studio.

For more information on the area please visit Visit Aldeburgh

Ground Floor The elegant hallway with sideboard and cloaks cupboard opens onto an inner hall. The kitchen has been planned for good dining and includes gas hob, two ovens with grills, fitted microwave, double sink, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, Smeg fridge freezer and washer dryer The kitchen adjoins the dining room where there is a butchers' trolley Dining room with round table and six chairs, granite-topped dresser and sideboard with wine rack There is a ground floor bathroom with roll topped bath, a fixed shower and hand held shower, wash hand basin and w.c., heated towel rail Double bedroom with fitted cupboard, double bed, bedside cabinets and lamps, chair. Double doors divide the two bedrooms A door from the hall leads into the twin room with single bed and further bed stored beneath which can be used as a double or twins, chest of drawers, TV, wardrobe, doors onto the terrace Stairs from the kitchen lead to the first floor

First Floor The open plan first floor has been delightfully converted to create a really spacious sitting room with three sets of french doors opening onto the balcony. A screen divides the bedroom, which has a double bed, bedside tables and lamps and wardrobe from the main sitting area. The bedroom has an ensuite wetroom shower room with w.c., washhand basin and heated towel rail. Fortnum and Mason's art deco furniture (1935) includes bookcases, desk and chair and sideboards. There are two sofas, chairs, large linen press, TV, video, DVD, books, radio, CD player and tape recorder. A door leads to the head of the external spiral staircase with access to the garden Wooden floors and rugs throughout add to the feeling of space

Outside The balcony is really an extension of the sitting room. With wooden deck chairs, table and chairs, bamboo screens and views over the garden and the sea beyond it makes a wonderful area for a drink after a day on the beach. A large terrace with table and chairs leads to the mature garden with trees, shrubs and large lawned area Parking - wooden gates open onto a shingle drive with parking for 3 cars PLEASE NOTE This property is not suitable for children under 5. There are laburnum trees (poisonous) in the garden and an outside spiral staircase. Fridge fills and welcome packs can be arranged via Thorpeness Village Stores

Services Central heating, bed linen and towels are provided. Please bring own beach towels In consideration of other visitors, please do not smoke in the property