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Carisbrooke

Lowestoft, Suffolk
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Hot Tub
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Fully refurbished cottage in a quiet suburb of lovely Lowestoft
  • Gorgeous tree-filled garden with a patio and lawn for relaxing in the fresh air
  • After a busy day, relax in the hot tub while the owner cooks your dinner in the pizza oven

Property code: OC-CARI

A truly wonderful semi-detached cottage in the centre of the coastal suburb of Pakefield, not far from Lowestoft, Carisbrooke has been lovingly refurbished by its owners to provide high quality accommodation for guests to enjoy. Ideally located for families, friends and couples, you can reach the sea and sand dunes in just 10 minutes on foot; so perfect if you long for a 'car-free' holiday. 

Every effort has been made to put the holidaymaker first in this charming property. From the carefully selected Farrow and Ball paints, to the Canadian Hot Tub and Pizza Oven in the rear garden - you can rest assured that a stay here will be of the highest indulgence! In the cooler months, look forward to time spent in the sitting room; with comfortable seating, surround sound system and log burning stove; you can enjoy watching your favourite programmes on the 40 inch Smart TV. 

Carisbrooke is attached to the owners house but it has its own private entrance and garden area which are fully enclosed. The owner is a keen beekeeper for Adnams and is happy to show anyone with an interest his collection of beehives as well as arrange a taster course if of interest! For a special treat, a private chef, the owner, is also happy to visit the property to cook up a storm on your private pizza oven; simply register interest at time of booking and the cost is £60 to include four pizzas. (Please note this is only available for use by the owner). Pub: 500 yards, Shop: 0.5 miles. 

Why we love this property
With exclusive use of a hot tub for 1 hour each day - further use by consultation with the owner on arrival  - this holiday home is truly 'a cut above' - you'll be booking a return visit whilst you're there!   (Hot tub available from the 1st March- 1st October). 

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting room: Sofa, 2 Stressless recliner chairs, SmartTV with BluRay player, woodburning stove, surround sound system.
Dining room: Table and chairs for 6 and dresser. 
Kitchen: Washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, double oven and induction hob, microwave, water softener and Tassimo coffee machine. 
Cloakroom: W.c. and basin. 

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King size bed with dressing table and stool and clothes rail. En suite bathroom: wet room style shower, w.c. and basin. 
Bedroom 2: Twin beds with chest of drawers and clothes rail.  
Bedroom 3: Double bed with fitted cupboard storage and clothes rail.
Bathroom: Wet room style walk-in shower with rainfall shower head, hand-held shower head and fold down wooden seat, w.c., basin, heated towel rail.

Garden: Enclosed garden with patio and furniture, 4 seater hot tub (Available from the 1st March- 1st October. The use of the Hot tub can be arranged with HO direct on arrival.) and pizza oven (Please note: pizza oven can only be used by the owner who will cook the pizzas for you at a cost of £60 for a group of 4).
Parking: Private parking for one car. 
Heating: Gas fired central heating.
Notes: WiFi, towels and all bedding included. The property benefits from Amazon Prime. Water softener fitted. An electric car charging point is available for guests use (charges to be arranged with the homeowner on arrival). Also use of a mobility scooter charging point in a sheltered unit is available. 

Location:
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Pakefield lies on the edge of the coastal town of Lowestoft. Lowestoft, situated at the most easterly point in the British Isles, was developed in the mid 1800's into a fashionable Victorian seaside resort by Sir Morton Peto, the entrepreneur and civil engineer who built Nelson's Column and the Houses of Parliament. The town has two piers located on the south beach. The southerly pier, called Claremont Pier, originally served as a port of call for steamers traveling to and from London. It now provides a music venue, amusement arcade, roller-disco, fish and chip cafe and a separate, contemporary fresh fish and seafood restaurant and bar. There are many places of interest in the area including Pleasurewood Hills theme park to the north of the town, the East Anglia Transport Museum, Africa Alive, Oulton Broad, Belle Vue Park and Nicholas Everett Park with its pet corner. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra has a residency at the Marina Theatre in town and the Seagull Theatre is just a short walk away from the property. There are three blue flag beaches, several good pubs and restaurants, ten-pin bowling, indoor swimming-pool and sports complex, riding school, cinema, theatre and an annual festival.  The Norfolk broads and the pretty towns of Beccles and Southwold are less than 30 minutes away by car, as is the excitement of Great Yarmouth's pleasure beach and unique Hippodrome circus

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 WC
  • Double oven and induction hob, microwave, water softener, Tassimo coffee machine, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, freezer
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV, Amazon Prime, surround-sound speakers
  • Enclosed garden with patio, furniture, 4-seater hot tub and pizza oven (pizza oven for owner’s use only)
  • Private parking for 1 car.
  • Canadian hot tub
  • Pub 400 metres, beach and shop within 1 mile
  • Mobility scooter charging point available
  • Please note: the hot tub is available from 1st March until 1st October only. The use of the hot tub can be arranged with the Homeowner direct on arrival.
  • Please note: the pizza oven is for the owner’s use only. The owner is available to come and cook pizzas for you at a cost of £60 for a group of 4
  • Beekeeping taster courses available
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Hannah Keeble

This property is personally managed by Hannah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Guy 6th May 2025

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Carisbrooke is a super cottage, with bright and modern decor. The three bedrooms are extremely comfortable and the quiet cul-de-sac location allows for a great night's sleep. There is a fully equipped kitchen including a varied range of utensils and a large dining room adjacent. The living room has a TV with some streaming services and a range of DRead moreVDs for visitors to use. Best of all is the tremendous hot tub which is kept at the ideal temperature and we made full use of this facility throughout our stay. Our hosts were very attentive and we had a fantastic welcome package including home-baked bread and cake. Nothing was too much trouble and Steve gave us recommendations of places to visit and things to do whilst we were there. Definitely recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Nicky 23rd April 2025

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Beautifully looked after property that had everything we needed and more. The hot tub was nice and the beds and sofas etc. were all comfortable. Location was perfect for a walk down to the sea and into the town. Steve and Maureen were delightful and the home made goodies on arrival were delicious. Honestly couldn't recommend this place more.

Reviewed by Jean Margaret 5th November 2024

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A lovely house, really well equipped, warm and cosy. There are lots of amenities nearby and the sea front in within easy walking distance. We were made to feel very welcome by the owner

Reviewed by Kerrie 29th September 2024

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Carisbrooke is exceptional, our home when we are in the UK. The hosts are also exceptional people. Can not recommend Carisbrooke enough. A definite property.

Reviewed by Gordon 16th September 2024

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Five star accommodation very comfy and well presented spacious property with a lovely quiet garden all within walking distance of the coast. Steve was most welcoming and friendly and Maureen provided us with lovely homemade cake, jam and other goodies you are the perfect hosts and made our holiday special. We would love to return again but unfortRead moreunately due to our age holidays in future will be nearer home. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 20th August 2024

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Good prompt communication prior to our holiday. The property is very well kept and equipped. We found being able to charge our electric vehicle useful and enjoying the hot tub at the end of the day, were the main benefits of the property.

Reviewed by Martin 12th August 2024

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What a wonderful property, the best we have stayed in, in Pakefield. Steve and Maureen are wonderful hosts and very accommodating. Nice peaceful location for exploring the Suffolk coast,the house was spacious and very well equipped. The hot tub was lovely as well as the fresh bread, homemade raspberry jam and honey(what a lovely touch). We'll defiRead morenitely be staying at Carisbrooke next year!!! Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 5th August 2024

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Reviewed by Simon 31st July 2024

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Our holiday at Cransbrook was amazing. Steve was a true gentleman and after his tour of this beautiful home we was presented with homemade lemon drizzle cake bread and s jar of lovely homemade jam from Maureen. The house was very spacious and clean. We were out most days but was a lovely homely feeling when we returned. The hot tub was an added bonRead moreus. The house was truly and well deserved 5 star accommodation. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 20th July 2024

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Brilliant place to stay. Comfortable and very well equipped ho use with real charm. Quiet location and good pubs a short walk away. We looked for accommodation with a car charging facility and this house had a fitted external plug point for my granny charger. The host was so helpful and friendly.

Reviewed by Adrian 2nd April 2024

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A beautifully appointed property. Steve, the owner, is exceptionally friendly and helpful and goes to great lengths to point out the best places to eat and local places of interest. The house is very clean, comfortable, and spacious and comes equipped with all mod cons. The outside garden is lovely and comes equipped with a hot tub and pizza oven. Read moreAll in all a very beautiful place to stay in a quiet location. Hide

Reviewed by Sue 2nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Samantha 13th August 2023

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Reviewed by Kieran 3rd August 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous 30th July 2023

Thank you Steve and Maureen for allowing us to stay in your beautiful holiday home! I will be decorating mine to the same standard as here! Lovely area, great beaches, kids loved every second. Thank you again for everything.

Reviewed by Leslie 24th July 2023

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Reviewed by Angela And Barry 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous 15th July 2023

Enjoyed a really great week at Carisbrooke, a home from home. Well equipped and a good location for visiting the sights of Suffolk. Thanks Steve for making us so welcome.

Reviewed by Anonymous 7th July 2023

We had a lovely family holiday, there was plenty of space for gatherings over a cup of tea. Loved the shower and enjoyed the garden. Very well equipped and clean. Steve was so hospitable and friendly.

Reviewed by Nicola 28th June 2023

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Great house in a lovely location. Owners very helpful, nothing too much trouble. Welcome pack with home made goodies a lovely added extra. Would thoroughly recommend

Reviewed by Anonymous 27th June 2023

The lemon loaf and fresh bread, as well as other goodies were a delicious special touch. Thank you Steve and Maureen, we loved our stay!

Reviewed by Adam and Daniel 9th June 2023

Fabulous stay, great hosts. Delicious pizza's. 5*

Reviewed by Kay, Denise, Chris & Carole 28th May 2023

Warm, comfortable with everything we needed. Thank you for a lovely stay.

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