Corner Cottage - Self catering holiday cottage in Saxmundham, Nr Snape & Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England - Sleeps 4
Corner Cottage
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Corner Cottage is a lovely single-storey period holiday cottage that is located in the quiet, friendly market town of Saxmundham, providing a perfect place for a relaxing break at any time of the year. It is ideally situated just four miles from Snape and eight miles from the popular coastal town of Aldeburgh - providing the ideal base to enjoy all that Suffolk and its beautiful coastline has to offer.
Saxmundham is a small market-town (market-day Wednesday) which is positioned on the River Fromus, a tributary of the River Alde. Here you feel like you are stepping back in time to a more relaxed pace of life.
Located just five hundred yards from the High Street, Corner Cottage is close to the good selection of interesting independent shops to browse, including a newsagents, stationers, bakers, chemist, hairdressers and pet shop. This charming town even has its own Museum and two small art galleries, along with a wide variety of cafes, restaurants and take-away outlets catering for all tastes and budgets.
For a sumptuous meal, try The Bell - renowned for its fine cuisine and featured in the Observer, Times, Telegraph and Guardian - the food is excellent and so reasonably priced!
For an evening stroll or Sunday walk, Carlton Country Park is just ten minutes walk away and you are able to take a short ride on a bus or taxi to nearby Leiston, Snape or Aldeburgh for an evening at the theatre, cinema, concert or a meal. Alternatively you may decide to stay more locally and try the “Poacher’s Pocket” - a traditional, quaint country pub serving home-cooked meals and real ales (just five minutes by car or a pleasant 30 minute walk through the Country Park).
Whether you are looking for a relaxing holiday or want to visit the many places of interest and attractions of Suffolk, this is an ideal place to spend a holiday or short break.
Facilities
Open Fire Near Pub/Restaurant Internet Access Golf Facilities Nearby DVD Satellite/cable TV Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Video CD Player Shower Cot Kingsize Bed Accessible via Public Transport
Corner Cottage is a traditional Suffolk flint-fronted holiday cottage that is believed to date back to around the 1800’s. Many of the lovely period features have been retained and the cottage has been renovated to provide guests with all the modern comforts and conveniences you would expect.
As the cottage is single-storey, all the accommodation is on one level - with no stairs, or awkward steps.
Accommodation and facilities comprise:
Open-plan living space which incorporates the sitting room and kitchen/diner which is divided by a central feature fireplace, and has doors off to the bedrooms, shower-room and utility area.
For rainy days or lazy afternoons there is a well-stocked library of magazines, books, videos, DVDs and board-games/jig-saw puzzles. There is also a radio casette-player and the television also plays music CDs. The place to be on chilly afternoons or winter evenings is in front of a gently crackling log-fire!
Fully equipped kitchen with all essentials - including oven, hob, fridge/freezer, and a microwave. There is plenty of crockery, glasses and cutlery, along with other useful items, plus initial supplies of tea, coffee, etc.
Double bedroom with 4’6” double bed.
Second bedroom which can be made up as a king size bed or two singles.
Shower room.
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board.
Additional information: All bedlinen and towels are provided. There is plenty of hanging and drawer space, plus useful items such as alarm clocks and hairdryers. A travel cot and highchair are available on request. Open fire - beginning of October, until end of March/April - depending upon the climate. Dogs welcome. (please note that the property is not suitable for large dogs) Breakfast by arrangement. Short-breaks may be available - please enquire with the owner. Maximum price is £490 (summer, Christmas and New Year). Visit Britain 4 star rated. The cottage has central heating.
Transport: The area has a very good public transport system and there is a direct service from London Liverpool Street to Saxmundham station, taking approximately one and a half hours, making this an ideal location for those who do not want to bring the car.
Changeover day: Saturday during spring/summer and Friday during the winter.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £290 Mid Season from £390 High Season from £450 Peak Season £575
"I think the owner had thought of everything, even down to bits for the dog in case we had forgotten anything. It was the best equipped cottage we have ever had. There were even umbrellas for each of us in case of rain and picnic hamper and flasks if needed." Dec 2009.
"A delightful property which is quiet but has ease of access to many of the beautiful spots in Suffolk." July 2009.
"Cosy, comfortable and well-equipped, the cottage and its contents were welcoming and a delight." July 2009.
"We accidentally left two jackets behind in the cottage. I phoned the owner and she very kindly packaged them up and posted them to us by recorded delivery. I will of course reimburse her for the postage, but we really appreciated this. Its good to know that if you do leave anything behind there’s no need to worry!" June 2009.
"The owner’s efforts in providing a basket containing blankets, towels, bowls and toys for dogs was very well received and immediately made us feel at home." Sept 2008.
"The accommodation had everything we needed." Oct 2008.
"Fantastic cottage with many little touches which were well appreciated." March 2007.
"The open fire made the short winter break." Nov 2006.
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