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Box Cottage

Snape, Suffolk
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A character cottage dating back to the 18th century, located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
  • Cosy accommodation for four, close to a world-renowned concert hall and coastal estuary
  • Pet-friendly property that combines original features and period character with contemporary interiors, fittings and facilities

Property code: OC-SFBOX

With plenty of charming characterful features throughout, Box Cottage is thought to date back to around the 18th century. This cosy pet-friendly cottage is nestled within the popular village of Snape close by to the River Alde.

Box Cottage is a quaint and cosy property with a lovely modern kitchen and diner, which is flooded with natural light and is the perfect space for guests to gather together and enjoy meals. The snug sitting room has comfortable seating surrounding a cream-coloured wood burner encased in a brick fireplace. Upstairs are two comfortable bedrooms and a modern family bathroom with walk-in shower. 

The pretty front garden of the cottage looks towards the Snape Maltings Concert Hall, as well as the River Alde and there is also a delightful rear garden which has pretty plants and shrubs and a seating area with garden furniture. From the rear garden gate you can access the parking area which is spacious enough for two cars.

Box Cottage is a fantastic holiday choice for nature lovers, concert goers, walkers and cyclists, with the property perched on an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Box Cottage is also within easy access of Snape Maltings which a small complex of shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants and also home to various concerts throughout the year. Shop: 300 yards. Pub: 100 yards. 

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting Room: Smart TV, DVD, brick fireplace with woodburner, painted ceiling beams.
Kitchen/Dining Area: Electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, dining table and chairs.
Cloakroom: Washbasin and wc.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King size bed, built -in wardrobe.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds.
Bathroom: Large Walk-in Shower, washbasin and wc.

Garden: Lovely enclosed front garden as well as an enclosed rear garden with plants, shrubs and seating area with garden furniture.
Parking: Off-road parking for two cars on a private drive to the rear.
Heating: Electric heating.
Pets: One well-behaved dog welcome.
Notes: Wi-Fi and towels provided. Christmas tree provided. 

Snape is best known as the venue for the Aldeburgh Festival and for other events throughout the year held in the Maltings Concert Hall. However, the pretty village, at the head of the tidal estuary, is a popular holiday venue in its own right and central for exploring the unique area of the Suffolk Heritage Coast – the tidal estuary and network of footpaths are one of the most interesting areas of Suffolk for exploring on foot. There is easy access to the fascinating coastal town of Aldeburgh, plus castles and much more to explore at Framlingham and Orford. The burial treasures at Sutton Hoo, near Woodbridge, should not be missed also.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 1 shower room with walk-in shower and WC
  • 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV and DVD player
  • Enclosed gardens to the front and rear with garden furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop and pub 0.1 miles
  • Please be aware that there are some low ceilings and beams in this cottage and steps within the property besides the staircase which is steep and open
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tracy Marriott

This property is personally managed by Tracy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 41 guest ratings

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Overall location
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Reviewed by Laura 23rd February 2025

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We love this cozy cottage, with its comfortable furniture and scenic location. The kitchen is very well equipped - we were able to do all the cooking we wanted whilst there. The owners left a generous welcome pack, which was much appreciated. The fire was great and even though the weather was chilly we were always warm in the cottage. The bedlinen Read moreand towels provided were of excellent quality and there is a good selection of books, DVDs and board games. It really feels like a home from home. There are some lovely pubs within walking distance - the Golden Key is our favourite - and Snape is a great base for exploring the local area. We have a dog and are keen runners and we found plenty of beautiful walks and trail runs on the doorstep. Although the cottage looks small from the outside, there was plenty of room for two adults, two kids (11 and 13) and a dog. I also loved the decor - the photographs of local places were particularly nice. In short, Box Cottage was a perfect holiday location for our family and we hope well be back again before long! Hide

Reviewed by Paula 28th December 2024

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Reviewed by Marc 30th October 2024

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We had a lovely stay at Box Cottage.

Reviewed by Richard 26th October 2024

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Amazing accommodation and location. Will be coming back!!

Reviewed by Elise 22nd October 2024

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A cosy, well located, warm and comfortable cottage with everything you could need included. Log burner was a lovely addition on the one cold day we had. Lots of thoughtful touches including the welcome hamper, tourist information and maps, entertainment- books/dvds/games etc. Two local pubs across the road (although Crown was closed whilst we were Read morethere) offering great food. Ideally situated for exploring Suffolk. We had some fabulous days out. We didnt use the garden facilities but there are seats/tables. The cottage is close to a busy main road which potential visitors need to be aware of as imagine in the Summer months it could be noisy but after getting used to it the sound of traffic didnt bother us or disturb our sleep. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend to others. Thank you Hide

Reviewed by Emily 14th October 2024

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The cottage was very well presented and clean and attractive. There was a lovely walk very nearby and the Maltings with all the shops and cafe was also an easy walk. The house did need the heaters on but once turned on it warmed up well.

Reviewed by Pauline 11th October 2024

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Lovely renovated cottage. Very well and thoughtfully equipped. Warm and cosy. Location great for exploration on foot, bike or car. Lot to visit nearby. On quite a busy road so can be bit noisy with windows open. Golden Key pub 2 mins walk ( ok pub food) but the Crown Italian restaurant opposite the cottage is exceptional. Would definitely stay agaRead morein. Hide

Reviewed by Barbara 5th October 2024

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Immaculate little cottage, very comfortable with lots of thoughtful extras. Would recommend staying here.

Reviewed by Julia 27th September 2024

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We had a lovely stay in Box Cottage, its very well appointed, comfortable and a great location for exploring the area. Nice walks locally through Snape Marsh and Tunstall Forest for the dog! The Golden Key pub has good beers and food, and does takeaways. The Crown was hardly ever open.

Reviewed by Jackie 17th September 2024

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Lovely cosy cottage but far too much road noise.

Reviewed by Mary 7th September 2024

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It is a comfortable cottage, with everything you need.

Reviewed by Sonia 29th August 2024

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Comfortable, homely little cottage.

Reviewed by Andrew 20th August 2024

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Our fourth stay at Box Cottage and we cant wait to visit again. Would highly recommend

Reviewed by Elizabeth 8th August 2024

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Box cottage has to be one of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. Everything in working order, tastefully decorated, comfortable, lovely location with lots of maps and guides to help plan your days and parking too, fabulous.

Reviewed by Henry 25th July 2024

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This is a very attractive, well-appointed little cottage only 10 minutes' walk from Snape Maltings, and ideally placed for all the beautiful walks in the area with their amazing wildlife. Though hemmed in by other properties, privacy is assured by hedges and fencing. Sadly the one thing these can't keep out is the traffic noise. The main road is tRead morehe only north-south axis east of the A12 at this point, so traffic is constant during the day (OK at night). This means that the otherwise ideal seating area at the front is effectively unusable most of the time. We used the back seating area, which was much quieter. We were grateful for the notes posted around the house to remind us of important things like waste disposal arrangements and using the wall mirror opposite to exit the drive (otherwise a scary undertaking). This is a sign of an experienced and thoughtful owner, and reduces the stress levels for visitors in an unfamiliar house. Hide

Reviewed by Hilary 15th July 2024

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An attractive, very well equipped cottage in a central location, perfect for discovering this lovely part of Suffolk. Highly recommended!

Reviewed by Hazel 5th July 2024

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The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed the little courtyard garden to eat our evening meal. It is well placed to visit all the local points of interest, The Malting, Aldeburgh, The Red House and all the fish shacks on Aldeburgh beach

Reviewed by Paul 25th June 2024

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Box Cottage is beautifully presented accommodation for a relaxing holiday. We enjoyed our second stay and have booked for next year.

Reviewed by Peter 10th June 2024

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A delightful cottage located in a lovely village with a wonderful walk through the Suffolk Wildlife Trust's Snape Marsh Nature Reserve. Close to Snape Maltings which is a wonderful complex.

Reviewed by Heather 3rd June 2024

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Box Cottage had everything we needed. The comfort and cleanliness were exceptional. We particularly liked the maps and recommendations of where to visit. The log burner was really cosy and the location was excellent.

Reviewed by David 26th May 2024

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Reviewed by Julie 18th May 2024

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Reviewed by Peter 7th May 2024

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Reviewed by Tony 4th May 2024

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A lovely cottage in good position for exploring Suffolk. Very well equipped and comfortable. Welcome bag an added bonus.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 28th April 2024

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We loved this cottage, particularly for its location. It was great to have so many walking options directly from the cottage, Had I realised that we were only ten minutes walk from Snape Maltings I would have prebooked tickets for a concert! There are also many interesting places to visit round and about, and our dog loved all the walks we went oRead moren. The only downside was the bitterly cold wind off the sea - but it won't put us off a return visit! Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 2nd April 2024

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Really enjoyed our short stay at Box Cottage. Great location near two nice pubs and a very short walk to Snape Maltings with some lovely little shops, a pub and some excellent walks. Also not far at all from the lovely seaside town of Aldeburgh which is a must visit. The cottage is small but fine for us (2 adults, 1 child and a dog). We would absolRead moreutely recommend Hide

Reviewed by David 21st February 2024

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Reviewed by Stuart 19th February 2024

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Lovely clean cottage with good equipment. Its snug with low ceilings but just what we wanted. Location is great. 2 pubs within 30 seconds walk. Beach is 10 min drive away. Lots of places to walk the dog. Secure garden which was also great for the dog. Cottage is near a busy road but it didnt bother us. Had a fantastic break.

Reviewed by John 29th December 2023

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Really nice cottage, well furnished with lots of nice touches. We intend to go back and have already talked about this. In a very good location with two pubs, an italian restaurant and Snape maltings within quick walking distance. The owner has been very helpful to us on both stays and has ensured a warm welcome. 10/10 for quality of stay.

Reviewed by Martin 9th October 2023

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Reviewed by Paul 30th September 2023

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Box cottage is a lovely place to stay and is very convenient for Snape Maltings and Aldeburgh. We had a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by Mary 20th September 2023

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Reviewed by Ian 18th September 2023

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Lovely cottage in a really good location

Reviewed by Clare 29th August 2023

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Reviewed by Graham 22nd August 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 6th August 2023

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Reviewed by Anna-Maria 1st July 2023

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Box Cottage is a lovely, well furnished base for exploring the surrounding area but the amount of traffic noise both in the house and garden did lessen our ability to sleep and relax somewhat. Comfy furnishings indoors were all of a good standard but we would have appreciated somewhere comfy to sit outside and read a book and unwind. The black suRead moren loungers seemed to have no mechanism for stopping the user tipping backwards and we had to clean the bistro set at the back in order to use it. This really is a lovely cottage but I do think road noise should be mentioned in the description. Hide

Reviewed by Ann-Marie 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Clare 5th June 2023

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Great cottage, location and garden a sun trap. Golden Keys pub fab food. Would recommend this cottage to anyone. Everything you needed ( owners have gone above and beyond)! Loved it.

Reviewed by Hannah 30th May 2023

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Very comfortable and so sweet!! Fantastic location and it was hard to leave!!

Reviewed by Eugene 23rd May 2023

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This is our second break with this company and we have been very happy on both occasions

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