Thatched Cottage

Sternfield, Nr Aldeburgh and Snape

"Loved our week here at the cottage ... so comfortable. Loved the huge garden. A very special place to stay." The Potter family - July 2009

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Close to the coast at Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and the world-famous Snape Maltings concert hall, the Thatched Cottage is the ideal country retreat. Whether you are looking for pretty country walks from the cottage or a seaside holiday this is the perfect base for exploring Suffolk.

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SNAPE 2.5 mls(4km), ALDEBURGH 5.8 mls(9.3km), THORPENESS 6.5 mls (10.5km) Thought to be the oldest property in the village, The Thatched Cottage retains all the very best features of a bygone age including a large inglenook fireplace and the original bread oven (no longer in use).

With a large hedged garden and the small village stream at the bottom of the garden there is plenty of space for children to play and explore. Lovely circular walks over surrounding farmland and woods are accessed from the lane adjoining the cottage, The Thatched Cottage provides a great base for visiting the attractive seaside towns and villages of the Suffolk coast including Thorpeness and Aldeburgh, both of which are within a couple of miles. The international concert hall at Snape Maltings in within a few minutes drive.

The tiny village has its claim to fame, the 18th century Sternfield House being the meeting place for Churchill and Eisenhower when they were discussing how to defend the East coast against Nazi invasion. The post war home of the Queen's Equerry, Sternfield was a frequent weekend retreat both for Queen Elizabeth and her sister Princess Margaret.

Visit Aldeburgh

A door from the patio leads into a small hallway and from there into the kitchen
Well equipped the kitchen has a good sized electric oven, ceramic hob and extractor, a double sink, dishwasher, two integral fridges with freezer compartment, toaster and cafetaire and microwave
The original brick floored dining room has a dining table and six chairs, serving table, chest and lamps and a corner cupboard where you will find plenty of glasses. In one corner is the original bread oven with lighting inside.
The comfortable sitting room is characterised by a lovely inglenook fireplace, with tiled floor and rugs one can sit and relax in front of a blazing fire, playing backgammon, chess or draughts at the lovely games table. Comfortable sofas, arm chairs, coffee and side tables make this a really pleasant room at any time of year. A garden door opens onto the terrace.
Beyond the sitting room is a further sitting room ideal for reading, watching the TV , listening to music or writing. Easy chairs, side tables and lamps make this another comfortable room in which to relax
There is a ground floor bathroom with spa bath, hand held shower, wash basin, w.c. and heated towel rail.
First Floor
The cottage stairs (with handrail) take you to a beamed first floor carpeted landing room, ideal for youngsters with sofa and cushions, a rocking horse and TV
The twin bedroom has two single beds, bedside table and lamps, chest of drawers and loads of hanging hooks
The door to the double bedroom is just over four feet in height with an 18\" step which takes you over one of the cottage\'s original beams. Once inside there is an antique brass double bed, bedside tables and antique chest as well as alcove hanging space
The Barn
Adjacent to the cottage is a barn, now delightfully converted, its ancient beams still decorate the walls and ceiling.
French doors open from the garden into a sitting area with sofa and chair, coffee table and lamps, TV and video
Beyond the sitting area is the sleeping area with four poster bed, bedside tables and lamps, chest of drawers and hanging rack, top opening large windows and velux window
The tiled en suite facilities include a shower, wash basin and w.c. with side window
To the right of the barn is a utility area with washing machine
Garden
A spacious terrace with table and chairs connects from the sitting room. A large private lawned area with hedges, trees and shrubs leads down to the tiny village stream. Swingball and badminton kit provided. Small side gate onto adjoining lane.
Oil central heating throughout
Parking for two cars in the gated drive which is fenced off from the road
Bed linen and towels provided - please bring beach towels
In the interest of other visitors please smoke only outside the property.
As this is a thatched cottage we do ask holidaymakers not to light candles in the house and ensure that any barbecues are kept well away from the house.