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Velsheda

Thorpeness, Suffolk
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A bright and airy property with a welcoming atmosphere and great style
  • The spacious kitchen/diner has direct access to a gorgeous patio garden
  • Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and there is a wood burner in the lounge

Property code: OC-VELS

A coastal home of dreams... that's what you'll find at Velsheda. Newly constructed and finished with the holidaymaker in mind, Velsheda combines iconic black external wood cladding (sympathetic of its' central Thorpeness position) with all the mod-con's a 21st century guest could possibly need for their next self-catering holiday on the Suffolk coast. Deceptively spacious, Velsheda is ideal for families, friends or couples looking to escape to a hidden gem. Both the sitting room and kitchen/diner have large bi-folding doors leading out to the enclosed rear terrace - ideal for summer entertaining, whilst also helping to create a relationship with the outside world. The kitchen itself is an amateur cooks' dream. Plenty of cupboards wait to be filled with locally sourced groceries, whilst the large fridge/freezer is ideal for storing anything from ice-cream to prosecco! 

Upstairs, guests have the benefit of two en-suite bedrooms. Each with the capability of being a superking, Bedroom 2 also has the option of being made into a twin, should you require separate beds. Not forgetting teenage or 'tech-savvy' guests, there is also WiFi and a SONOS sound system to enjoy! 

A stay in Thorpeness is ideal for anyone looking for a car free holiday. Park your car on the private driveway and start about exploring on foot! The beach is a 2 minute walk from the cottage, not forgetting the local pub, golf course, tennis courts, Meare and cafe's. Don't forget to pack bicycles for a gentle cycle to nearby Aldeburgh or merely along the surrounding country lanes. 

So as you can see, Velsheda truly is ideal for all. This modern retreat won't hang around for long, so book quickly to reserve your dates! Shop: 2.5 miles Pub: 200 yards.

Why we love this property: Velsheda is utterly modern, yet has an instant welcoming feel as soon as you enter the door. Clean and comfortable, it is ideal for all party types. 

GROUND FLOOR 
Sitting Room:
 Light, open room with bi-folding doors out to the garden. Comfortable seating, wood burning stove, TV and DVD player. The stairs to the first floor lead off from this room. 
Kitchen/Diner: Large, open room with fully fitted kitchen equipped with dishwasher, microwave, double electric oven, 5 ring gas hob, American style fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. Table and chairs for 6. Bi-folding doors lead out to the garden. 
Cloakroom: Washbasin and WC. 

FIRST FLOOR 
Bedroom 1: Superking bed and TV with En-suite Bathroom with bath and overhead shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail. 
Bedroom 2: Zip and link Superking or Twin beds (please specify how you require beds to be made up on booking) with En-suite Shower Room with shower unit, WC, basin and heated towel rail. 

Garden: Enclosed rear garden with patio and shingle. Garden furniture and barbecue provided. 
Parking: Off-road parking for one car (plus ample for others nearby). 
Heating: Gas heating. 
Pets: 1 small well behaved dog allowed  
Notes: Wi-fi, bed linen and towels provided. There is also a SONOS sound system available to guests. 

Just a mile north of Aldeburgh is this fascinating seaside village, built in the 1920s by Glencairn Stuart Ogilvie, an architect, barrister and playwright. The mock Tudor style of building is now the hallmark of Thorpeness, where the amenities include the Dolphin Inn, the Thorpeness Hotel with its 18-hole golf club, a country club with tennis courts and the Mere - a large shallow boating lake with tearooms nearby. The beaches are mainly sandy and behind the village is a myriad of footpaths over heath and common land.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 twin (can be made up as a super-king-size on request at time of booking)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, separate WC
  • Double electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, American-style fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner
  • TV and DVD player in the lounge, TV in the super-king-size bedroom, Sonos sound system
  • Enclosed garden with patio and charcoal BBQ
  • Please note: There are two very low steps going into the garden
  • Private parking for 1 car- Additional parking also available close to the property. 
  • Shop 2.5 miles, pub and beach 0.1 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Hannah Keeble

This property is personally managed by Hannah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 31 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Philip 1st May 2025

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My wife and I were favourably impressed with Velsheda. Furnished to a high standard throughout and ideally situated in the centre of the picturesque village of Thorpeness, we felt immediately at home in our surroundings. We would have no hesitation in recommending the property and are already planning a return visit.

Reviewed by Susan 11th January 2025

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A most enjoyable second stay in this cottage. A warm and cosy place that is really welcoming. Perfect for walks and exploring the area.

Reviewed by Pam 31st December 2024

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A little gem tucked away near to the coast and local pub. Perfect in every way.

Reviewed by Deborah 14th October 2024

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Beautiful house, warm and very comfortable, home from home.

Reviewed by Sandra 22nd September 2024

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Ideal location, agents dealt with problem courteously and quickly, some recompense or some gesture would have been welcome, but will definitely stay again as house is very comfortable

Reviewed by Sarah 28th July 2024

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Reviewed by Barbara 15th July 2024

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The location of Velsheda was excellent for us, being so close to the beach and within easy walking distance of the Meare, the Dolphin and the Heath. We found the property well equipped and comfortable, and we would be happy to visit again.

Reviewed by Sarah 6th July 2024

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A beautiful house in a lovely location would thoroughly recommend.

Reviewed by Fiona 29th June 2024

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Light, airy, spacious accommodation in well appointed house made fora relaxing and comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Tony 17th June 2024

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Velsheda is a very comfortable and well equipped house with several attractive features. The bedrooms are spacious and the beds are excellent. this is an excellent base from which to explore the area.

Reviewed by Ian 2nd June 2024

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Reviewed by Peter 30th May 2024

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Overall very impressed with Thorpeness (and surrounding area) and had a lovely stay at Velsheda.

Reviewed by Susan 22nd May 2024

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Lovely cottage, lovely setting, very comfortable, well appointed, plenty of space. Cant fault it.

Reviewed by Emma 14th April 2024

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Valsheda is a real gem of a holiday cottage. The location is absolutely perfect, very close to the beach and to the village pub. The house itself is well-proportioned, beautifully furnished, decorated to a high standard and immaculately clean. It was a real pleasure to stay in a place that felt like a home away from home. Thorpeness is a gorgeoRead moreus village, with lots of lovely walks both around the village and along coastal paths. It is close to many other places that are worth a visit and really peaceful in the evenings. I cannot recommend highly enough. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 6th April 2024

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Enjoyed our stay, beds a bit hard to what we are used to. Nice and clean. Nice location. We will be back in July.

Reviewed by Debbie 19th March 2024

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Lovely, well-equipped cottage. We were really impressed with the fantastic welcome pack - thanks for that. The cottage was warm, comfortable & very clean; the layout was great & Im sure the bi-fold doors are fantastic in the summer (although, sadly, the weather was not really good enough while we were there). Location is really good, being close enRead moreough to walk to the beach & pub, although not always 100% private being so close to the road that passers-by can see into the kitchen window. Overall a great place to stay & we would certainly return for another visit. Hide

Reviewed by Liz 24th February 2024

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Reviewed by Jean 14th January 2024

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Reviewed by John 6th January 2024

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Good cottage, well located for easy access to facilities and beach.

Reviewed by Pam 30th December 2023

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Reviewed by David 3rd December 2023

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The property is of exceptional qualitysuper accommodation..size of rooms spacious, fitting and spec quality superb. Good location for visiting the interesting east coast Riveria.

Reviewed by Angela 15th October 2023

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Reviewed by Nicola 9th October 2023

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Comfortable and relaxing property in a fabulous location.

Reviewed by Sandra 1st October 2023

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Absolutely wonderful comfortable house. Quiet location.

Reviewed by Sheila 17th September 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 10th September 2023

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Really lovely spacious holiday cottage with gorgeous bifold doors from both the lounge and kitchen diner leading to a lovely courtyard garden. We found the property a really lovely space to relax in with everything you could need. Great location, walking distance from The Dolphin Inn and The Mere with its cafe and tea room which we made the most oRead moref. We really enjoyed Thorpeness and Aldeburgh. The Chocolate Teapot cafe was lovely and had lovely meals in The Mill Inn and The Lighthouse Restaurant all of which were dog friendly. Also a great day at Framlingham Castle with a meal at The Crown. Hide

Reviewed by Teresa 15th July 2023

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Lovely cottage for 4 with excellent facilities. Good location with easy access to the Dolphin Inn, the Mere and coastal walks.

Reviewed by Antony 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Alison 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Dianne 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Gerald 3rd June 2023

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Fantastic property, weather cold and cloudy but that did not spoil the holiday. Information was complete and well followed up.

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