The Old Chapel

About this property

In countryside village location, with the Suffolk heritage coast just a short drive away, this former chapel offers a unique and quirky base for a Suffolk stay. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, or why not try angling at the nearby fishing lakes!

This beautiful property, The Old Chapel is situated in the quaint and pretty village of Wissett.  Full of character and charm this is certainly a property offering something out of the ordinary! A wonderful retreat for up to seven guests it is just a short drive from the coast and the famous town of Southwold. 

Bursting with characterful features at every turn, from the Suffolk white brick to the arched doors and windows, inside you'll find a cleverly converted space leading to  a spacious open-plan sitting/dining room with an impressive feature inglenook fireplace with stove and a dining area ideal for bringing your party together. The delightful kitchen lies to the rear of the chapel and is well equipped with an oil-fired Rayburn stove, electric oven and induction hob for those evenings you choose to enjoy a home cooked meal.

Three of the four bedrooms are located on the first floor all featuring characterful features with low exposed timber beams and arched windows. The bedrooms are  perfectly formed and consist of two doubles and one twin room. The fourth bedroom is on the ground floor with two single beds. There is a luxurious bathroom with Victorian style roll top bath and a double shower enclosure on the first floor and a downstairs W.C. and shower room. 

Wissett is a beautiful countryside village, situated just 1.5 miles from the market town of Halesworth, with its shops, cafes and pubs. The property is also 4.5 miles from the magnificent Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with its many footpaths and trails. Also venture 10.5 miles from the retreat to spend time in the vibrant coastal town of Southwold, on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Here you can swim in the sea, stroll along the pier and browse in independent shops. Close to the sell out music festival Latitude, the Suffolk Heritage coast, the magical village of Dunwich, and Benjamin Britten's Aldeburgh are all within easy reach. So for a rural retreat, great for walking, cycling or fishing at the local lakes, with easy access to some of the favourite coastal spots in Suffolk then don't delay booking your stay at The Old Chapel.

Pub: 2 minute walk. Supermarket: 2 miles Beach: 10.6 miles

Why we love this property: The Old Chapel truly is something a bit different! If you're looking for a stay in a unique property then this is for you. To top it off the local village pub is just a few doors down! 

ground floor

Porch: Small entrance porch with space for shoes and coats

Open Plan Living/Dining Area: Dining table and seating. Soft seating, television, feature fireplace, great choice of books

Kitchen: Compact, yet fully functional kitchen with ample storage. Oil-fired Rayburn stove with hobs, electric oven, induction hob and microwave  for those less comfortable with the Rayburn, full size fridge freezer, and dishwasher

Bedroom 1: Two single beds, bedside table,chest of drawers,  wall hanging, electric radiator (not centrally heated)

Shower Room: Shower, WC, basin, utility space with washing machine

first floor

Bedroom 2: Double bed, bedside tables, lamps, wall hanging, mirror, chest of drawers, bedroom chair

Bedroom 3: Double bed, bedside tables, lamps, small wardrobe, bedroom chair

Bedroom 4: 2 Zip & link single beds (can be either two singles or king size. Please state preference at booking) bedside tables, built in wardrobe space, occasional chair

Bathroom: WC, twin basins, heated towel rail, roll top bath, double shower enclosure, bathroom chair, wall hanging, airing cupboard with hot water tank and immersion heater

Garden: Courtyard to front of the property with summerhouse, garden chairs and large table

Parking: Private roadside parking spaces for two vehicles in front of property

Heating: Oil-fired Rayburn stove also serving the central heating system and hot water. Please note, the ground floor bedroom is heated by an electric radiator.

Notes: WiFi, bed linen, towels and welcome pack provided. Travel cot, high chair and stairgate available. Due to the age of the property there are low beams in the first floor room so please mind your head! 

Pets: 2 well behaved dogs welcome

Wissett is a small village and parish north-west of the small market town Halesworth. The eleventh-century flint parish church dedicated to Saint Andrew has the oldest recorded church tower floor in the United Kingdom. It is open for visitors to admire the architecture.