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Crag Cottage - Aldeburgh

Aldeburgh, Suffolk
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
3 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Romantic
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Sunny seaside property that’s just a stone’s throw from the beach
  • Soak up sea views from the magnificent French windows in the first-floor living room
  • Explore the Suffolk town of Aldeburgh with its boutiques and fantastic eateries

Overview
Property code: OC-AL106

Crag Cottage which looks out over the North Sea has easy access to Aldeburgh seafront and High Street and is both well-presented and fully equipped. This quirky self-catering cottage is several hundred years' old with nooks and crannies adding to its seaside charm and the large French windows in the sitting room provide fantastic views of the sea. The cottage is traditionally furnished with antiques, artworks and oriental rugs providing this holiday home with an individual look and style. King Street and Crag Path are very quiet areas of the town with very little traffic and therefore make Crag Cottage desirable for many guests looking for a holiday on the Suffolk coast. Shop: 100 yards Pub: 100 yards. 

Why We Love This Property
The location is key at this traditional seaside cottage with views over the Suffolk coastline. Simply open the front door and breathe in the fresh seaside air.

Room By Room Overview

GROUND FLOOR
Kitchen/Dining Area: Gas oven and hob, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, internet radio, Bluetooth and internet radio, attractive period dresser, dining table and chairs.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds, door to small courtyard and drying area.
Bathroom: Newly fitted wet room with shower, washbasin and wc.

FIRST FLOOR
Sitting Room: TV with Google Chromecast, ROKU streaming stick, and a DVD player. There is also a small library of books and DVDs. French windows boasting sea views.
Bedroom 1: King size bed and En-Suite Cloakroom with washbasin and wc.

Parking: Roadside.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Notes: Wi-Fi, towels, books, games and binoculars all provided. Cottage style stairs. Washing machine in cupboard accessed via wet room

Aldeburgh and the surrounding area has inspired many authors and poets in the past but the most famous son of the town is Benjamin Britten, who founded the Aldeburgh Music Festival, which now has worldwide acclaim and is held every year in June at Snape Maltings. Fishermen still pull their colourful boats up on the shingle beach and sell fresh fish from their picturesque huts. The wide, mainly Georgian high street has many attractive buildings whilst the seafront properties all have commanding views of the beach and the North Sea. Boating is popular on the nearby Alde estuary where a large variety of yachts can be seen at summer weekends.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom – 1 wet room with shower and WC, plus 1 additional en-suite WC
  • Gas oven and hob, fridge, microwave, dishwasher
  • Washing machine in cupboard accessed via wet room
  • TV with Google Chromecast, ROKU streaming stick, and a DVD player
  • Small library of books and DVDs
  • Gas central heating
  • On-street parking
  • Beach less than 100m, pub 200m, shops 150m
  • Please note, the cottage has several steps; the staircase to the first floor is steep
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Heidi Brackenbury

This property is personally managed by Heidi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Mark 21st June 2026

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Reviewed by Roger 20th May 2026

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Reviewed by Ronald 22nd February 2026

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We have been staying here once or twice a year for the past few years and love this cottage. The location is opposite the beach an central for all amenities. It is excellently well equipped and the owner is helpful and approachable. Bear in mind that this is an old building and would not be convenient for those with mobility issues. Our next two viRead moresits are already booked; I can think of no higher recommendation. Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 18th January 2026

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Reviewed by Maurean 11th January 2026

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Very comfortable, lovely sea views from sitting room.

Reviewed by John 28th October 2025

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Excellent, cant wait to return

Reviewed by Mary 23rd October 2025

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We loved the cottage. It was very clean and comfortable with everything we needed. The location is excellent as its on the sea front and 2 mins walk from the shops etc. Our favourite thing was the view of the beach from the living room window.

Reviewed by Eve 25th September 2025

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This is a comfortable well-equipped cottage in a perfect location close to the beach and the High Street. Not ideal for anyone with some disability, but manageable, with care.

Reviewed by Tracey 31st August 2025

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The cottage is very charming, and in the perfect position, we love the lounge, with the French doors opening on to the sea. The local amenities are great, being very close to the main high street.

Reviewed by Alyn 21st July 2025

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The location of the property was excellent, really convenient for beach, promenade and high street etc. We particularly liked the first floor living spaces with view of the sea, the lounge was comfortable, as was the master bedroom. The en-suite was compact so my wife used that and I used the shower room downstairs, all quite convenient. We couldn'Read moret get the TV to work despite comprehensive instructions, also the washing machine wouldn't work as the water tap was not switched on. However the contact was really helpful and both problems resolved to our satisfaction. Problems may always come, but it is how they are dealt with that is important so this wouldn't put us off returning. If you are tall (I'm not) you will need to be careful of going up & down the stairs. Overall a great holiday in a lovely town and - unusually - great summer weather. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 30th April 2025

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Reviewed by Gill 4th March 2025

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Very well situated cottage to appreciate all that Aldeburgh has to offer! Quirky but comfortable and well equipped with most items needed during a stay. Be aware of the staircase & landings in such a property, for those with mobility issues or tall people. Also, there is only one shower available in the downstairs bathroom. The owners have taken a Read morelot of trouble to provide enough detailed information to make the stay as comfortable & hassle-free as possible. Hide

Reviewed by Ronald 24th February 2025

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This is the third time we have stayed here and will return again this year. The cottage is yards from the sea front and under a minute from the centre of the high street with access to several restaurants, an excellent deli, a Co-op and numerous stores. The Cross Keys pub it two minutes walk away. The independent cinema and wonderful Aldeburgh BookRead moreshop under five minutes stroll. The cottage is very comfortable but bear in mind that it is an old building and is set on several levels with steps and stairs. This would make it unsuitable for those with mobility issues. The living room, on the first floor, is comfort and has French windows overlooking the beach. Beds are comfortable and linen is clean and fresh. The kitchen, on the ground floor is well equipped and convenient. The bathroom, also ground floor is of a high spec. There are two pay and display/Ringo car parks opposite, which are reasonably priced, with a maximum star of 4 hours. Payment hours. are 08:00 to 18:00. However, it is usually possible to park for free in the road outside the cottage. Its a lovey place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Charlotte 5th January 2025

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Very pleasantly furnished and well-equipped. Good bathroom. Lovely upstairs sitting room. As in many older properties ceiling heights and low doorways can be an issue but there are reminders and our 6'5" son managed fine.

Reviewed by Melody 3rd January 2025

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We all really loved this cottage, it is quirky but cosy and comfortable. Had evertyhing we needed for our New Year's Eve festivities and couldnt be closer to the beach! The whole party said they wanted to come back in the Summer :-)

Reviewed by Liz 12th September 2024

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Great location and a lovely place to stay

Reviewed by Caroline 26th August 2024

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My second visit and loved it just as much as the first time. Full of character and charm. Great location.

Reviewed by Hilary 5th July 2024

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Cosy, personal, comfortable, relaxed, and perfectly positioned!

Reviewed by Ronald 25th June 2024

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In an exceptionally good position with sea views and central for access to the high street, the cottage is clean, well appointed and well equipped. Having visited twice we have booked for next year.

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Location

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.