Thatched Cottage(4), Sternfield

About this property

This beautiful Suffolk cottage is nestled in a stunning garden in a beautiful part of Suffolk. Close to the coast and several villages, you are well placed to sample many of the delights Suffolk has to offer.

Reduced Occupancy Offer - This listing is for 4 people, using 2 bedrooms only. For full use of the house, please see ref: sftha where Thatched Cottage can be booked for 6 people.

Just a short drive from the Suffolk Coast and the treasures it has to offer, Thatched Cottage retains many of its exciting features, including fantastic inglenook fireplace and original bread oven.

About the cottage: Situated in the pretty Suffolk Village of Sternfield, Thatched Cottage is just a short drive from the Suffolk Coast and the treasures it has to offer. Retaining many of its exciting features, including fantastic inglenook fireplace and original bread oven, Thatched Cottage makes for a comfortable and quirky base from which to enjoy the area in style.

Sleeps: Four in One double room and one twin room. Thatched Cottage can also be booked as a sleeps 6 option. Click here for details.

Grounds: Thatched Cottage is approached via a spacious driveway, with ample parking. The garden is idyllic, large and spacious with a pretty stream running at the bottom boundary. Families, not to mention canine companions, will adore this space, which is perfect for enjoying lazy days in. The sunny terrace is ideal for outside dining, and the cottage is surrounded by pretty country views.

This property is ideal for: A family or two couples who are looking for a really comfortable property to use as a base to explore the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Walkers are ideally placed to ramble through some of Suffolk's most beautiful countryside. In fact, the area has something to offer everyone; walkers, sailors, fishermen, cyclists, bird lovers, art lovers, those interested in history and food, or those simply wanting to relax in the garden with a glass of wine... or two! What is more, with the iconic Snape Maltings Concert Hall less than 10 minutes' drive away, music lovers will be in their element.

Minimum hire: Three nights. Changeover is usually a Friday.

Pets: Up to one well behaved dog is very welcome at Thatched Cottage.

Smoking is not permitted in the property.

Self catering: Grocery deliveries are available and there is a great selection of catering options for your stay at Thatched Cottage. There are no shortage of fresh fish stalls dotted along the beachside in Aldeburgh. The daily catch comes straight off the fishing boats, ready to sell that day, you do not get much fresher than that. Best get there early and beat the crowds! Friday Street Farm Shop is worth a visit, and a great place to purchase local fresh food. Fresh fruit, vegetables, locally reared meat, local wines, freshly baked cakes and bread, you name it!

Other nearby farm shops include: Railway Farm Shop, Benhall Maple Farm Store, Kelsale Middleton Farm Shop

Eating and drinking out: If you fancy trying the tasty local ales, a good home-cooked meal, and listening to the local chat, the following pubs may tickle your fancy: The Golden Key, Snape 01728 688510 Using their own chickens, herbs, honey, rare-breed pigs, sheep, and locally shot game, The Golden Key is a fantastic place to enjoy an evening meal, or a simple lunchtime snack.

The Crown Inn, Snape 01728 688324 Another great pub that uses its own home-reared produce including quails, geese, chickens, ducks, turkeys, lamb, and rare breed pigs. All their fish is bought directly from Orford fishermen. A lovely menu.

Click here for more pubs and restaurants in the Aldeburgh area and click here for pubs and restaurants in and near Orford.

Entertainment: A 42" flat screen digital TV with built-in DVD player, a smaller TV in the gallery/kids room with DVD and digibox, iPod dock and CD player.

Packing tips: Towels and bed linen are provided, but do not forget to bring beach towels, the North Sea is certainly good for the circulation!