This chic, spacious house for group or family getaways is located in the quintessential Suffolk seaside village of Walberswick. The location is fantastic, with beautiful sandy beaches nearby and an abundance of other Suffolk coastal destinations to explore. If you can pull yourself away from the blissful relaxation areas inside and outside of the holiday home, visit the sandy beach and the pretty harbour then grab some food in one of the traditional pubs. Holidaying with children? Walberswick is known for its crabbing competitions - grab a bucket and have a go! Nature-lovers will enjoy this village as it’s surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The renowned RSPB Minsmere is a short drive or cycle away (8.9 miles) or why not explore Dunwich (6.1 miles) and find out about the fascinating history. Ramble the scenic Suffolk Coast Path and the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve (1.3 miles). Save time for a day trip to the neighbouring popular seaside town of Southwold, which lies just across the harbour. It’s 8 miles by car but you can head over by the foot bridge or catch the Walberswick ferry across during summer, enjoying the ride as you go.
This property is simply fabulous inside and out. Pass through the ground-floor entrance hall and make yourself at home in the sitting room which boasts ample seating, a cosy wood burner and some bright, stylish accessories. Two sets of French doors lead to the outdoor terrace and offer garden views from the comfort of the sofa or armchairs. Steps lead to another chill out spot, the TV room, where there’s boldly coloured walls, lots of seating, a Smart TV and another cosy wood burner. The kitchen has stylish painted units and patterned floor tiles with highlights including a Rangemaster double oven - ideal for group cooking and dinner parties. Just off the kitchen is a stunning dining room featuring a ten-seater table, pendant lights, striking wall art and French doors with garden views which flood this space with light. On warmer days, fling open these doors and bring the outside in to extend the living space seamlessly. The ground floor also has a handy shower room, a utility room and a second entrance hall with storage space and driveaway access. On the first floor, you’ll find five extremely attractive bedrooms overlooking the garden and each has the most glorious sea and coastal views beyond the garden. Direct access out onto a gorgeous balcony from all but one, where those views can be appreciated some more, it truly is the perfect space for your morning coffee. The master bedroom is a great space with a king-size bed and an en-suite shower room – with the bed facing the patio doors so you can enjoy lovely views from the bed. There are also two welcoming, double bedrooms, a bedroom with bunk beds and a further king-size bedroom (although this room doesn't have balcony access, it boasts its own Juliette balcony) and an en-suite shower room. The large, stylish bathroom has a shower over the wood-panelled bath. The house is complete with a first-floor separate WC.
The outside space is equally stunning and exceptionally generous. Guests can enjoy sea views from the garden (accessed via French doors from the dining the sitting rooms) which boasts a paved terrace with a dining table and chairs. Beyond, the large grass area has steps and garden furniture including cushioned sun loungers. There are more lovely views from the first-floor balcony which has railings, seating and a coffee table so you can enjoy the great outdoors from sunrise to sunset and beyond.
Shop: Opposite! Pub: 0.2 miles Beach: 0.3 miles
What we love? The balcony overlooking the stunning gardens and the sea views beyond. This property offers the chance to bring family and friends together for a coastal stay they won’t forget.
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance hall: A roomy entrance lobby with ample storage for shoes and coats and pew seating.
Shower Room: Walk in shower, basin, WC, towel rail.
Dining room: Wooden table with benches and two wooden chairs, pendant lighting over dining table, shelving with books and games, French doors leading out onto the paved terrace, with large dining table and chairs.
Kitchen: Rangemaster double oven with 5 hob rings. Filtered water tap. Freestanding fridge freezer, wrap around kitchen worktops, large double butler sink, dishwasher, Dualit blender, Dualit toaster, ample glassware and crockery. There is a small step into the kitchen.
Utility room: Butler sink, microwave, iron, washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing board in cupboard
Sitting room: Soft seating, log burner, 2 sets of French doors leading to paved terrace area. Step leading in to TV room with sliding doors.
TV room: Soft seating, log burner, Smart TV.
Back Entrance Hall: Further storage for shoes and coats and bench seating. Leads out on to driveway.
FIRST FLOOR
Master Bedroom 1: King size bed, 2 bedside tables, lamps over the bed, chair. Door onto the shared balcony with views over the garden to the sea. Large ensuite with walk-in shower, basin, WC, towel rail and shelf space for toiletries. This room also has a walk-in wardrobe space with long hanging rail and large chest of drawers.
Bedroom 2: Double bed, 1 bedside table, cushioned bench with shelving above, wardrobe with hanging space and shelves, and doors out onto the shared balcony overlooking the garden and with sea views beyond.
Bedroom 3: Bunk beds with underbed storage, hanging space, reading lamp over each bed, doors out onto the shared balcony (with railings) overlooking garden and has sea views beyond.
Bedroom 4: Double bed with access one side only. Wall lamps over the bed, cushioned seat bench with storage, wardrobe. French doors out onto the shared balcony with sea views.
Bedroom 5: King size bed, 2 bedside tables with lamps, chest of drawers. French doors with railings overlooking the garden. There is no balcony access from this bedroom. Large ensuite with walk-in shower, basin, WC, towel rail and shelf space.
Large Family Bathroom: Bath, over bath shower, basin, WC, towel rail and shelf space for toiletries
Cloakroom: Separate WC and basin
Outside: Expansive, beautifully designed, East facing garden with fantastic area for alfresco dining. Garden can be accessed through the French doors in the lounge or dining space. Sea views.
Parking: Private parking for two cars in front of the house
Heating: Gas heating and the bonus of two wood burning stoves (one in sitting room, one in TV room)
Notes: Wifi is throughout the house. Towels included. A highchair and travel cot are available on request - please ensure you ask at time of booking.
Please Note: No pets allowed at the property - not even to visit.
Walberswick is a former fishing village just across the harbour at Southwold – you can take the small ferry boat from Southwold across (summer season only) or there is the footbridge to use. Walberswick has surrounding heath and marshland which are protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Walberswick is very popular with walkers, cyclists and families and is known for its annual crabbing competitions. Walberswick has attracted famous figures over the years with many famous celebrities maintaining homes in the village. The village has two pubs – The Anchor and The Bell Inn – the latter which inspired the creation of Adnams’ Ghost Ship Ale, a tearoom, art gallery and gift shop. There are some fantastic walks from Walberswick via the Suffolk Coast Path leading to the historical village of Dunwich. Other attractions nearby include the seaside town of Southwold, Blythburgh and RSPB Minsmere Reserve is just a short drive away.