Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms | Cottage in Leiston

9.8 (9 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   6 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Thorpeness Cottage | Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms

6 Bedroom Cottage in Thorpeness, Leiston

Key Features
Views overlooking The Meare Only a short walk to Thorpeness beach Close to a traditional pub, tearooms and Thorpeness Golf Club 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms TV, DVD, Wi-Fi Enclosed garden with lake views, patio furniture and BBQ Dog friendly Membership of Thorpeness Country Club with free use of the tennis courts 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
Description
Situated in one of the most stunning locations overlooking Thorpeness Meare, this spacious and traditional cottage is located in the heart of the village and is just a stone's throw from the beach. Very close to the famous Dolphin Inn, Thorpeness Golf Club and Meare and just two miles from Aldeburgh, this house has an enviable location boasting lovely views over the boating lake.
This pet friendly house features six bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and a spacious living area which offers plenty of comfortable seating – a perfect space for family and friends to get together. The front garden enjoys stunning views of the Meare and is perfect for relaxing.
Sanctuary House is an ideal base for guests wishing to enjoy a memorable holiday on the Suffolk Coast and the glorious location makes this a very special property for families looking for a relaxing getaway.
Rental of Sanctuary House includes membership of Thorpeness Country Club (excluding summer high season and the summer programme) and 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Kitchen: Four ring gas hob/oven with in-built microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer
Utility Room: Drinks fridge and washing machine. Small wet room
Sitting Room: Comfortable seating with views over the front garden and Meare beyond, wood burning stove, TV, DVD, wi-fi
Dining Room: Large table and chairs with windows offering views over the front garden and Meare beyond
Wet Room: Shower
Cloakroom: Washbasin and WC
Bedroom 4 – Bittern: Super king bed (can be twinned). Office desk with a chair (can be used as office space)
En Suite: Shower cubicle, WC and washbasin
Bedroom 5 – Cygnet: Bunk beds
First Floor
Bedroom 1 – Osprey: Super king bed (can be twinned) offering beautiful views over the Meare
En Suite: Shower cubicle, WC and washbasin
Cloakroom: WC and washbasin
Bedroom 2 – Heron: Super king bed (can be twinned) offering beautiful views over the Meare, washbasin
Bedroom 3 – Egret: Super king bed (can be twinned)
Family Bathroom: Bath with overhead shower and washbasin
Bedroom 6: Single bed
External features
Enclosed garden overlooking the Meare at the front of the property with garden furniture and BBQ
Facilities
Gas central heating and electricity included in the rental Free Wi-Fi Off road parking at the rear of the property
Additional Information
Cots and high chairs available for a small hire charge, request on booking Pet friendly No smoking property
Distance to beach – 300 yards
Nearest Supermarket – 2 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – 60 yards
Nearest Train Station – 5 miles
Nearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stansted Airport
1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport

Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms is located in Thorpeness. Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms provides accommodation, featuring TV, Balcony/Terrace, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features TV, Balcony/Terrace, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Sanctuary House - sleeps 10 guests in 6 bedrooms has 6 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Thorpeness has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Thorpeness, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 3 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Laundry facilities
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Italian
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Frances L.
Jul 27, 2025 11:21:44 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Comfortable, unspoilt cottage in fantastic position overlooking the Meare. Perfect for our growing family of 6 grandchildren aged 6 and under. Thank you.
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