With far-reaching views across the marshes and surrounded by glorious walks along the estuary, this is a superb retreat for catching up with families and friends. Explore coast and country on the Essex/Suffolk border, before coming home to a cosy snug, games room and plenty of space for your pups to pad about the property.
Unwind from the moment you step through the front door and into this countryside escape. Find your seat on the comfy sofas in front of the electric wood burner, promising to keep furry paws nice and toasty. Whip up a meal to remember in the stylish grey kitchen, or fire up the BBQ and dine alfresco while kids and pups run around on the enclosed garden. Pour yourself a glass of something bubbly, and settle down in the snug with plenty of games and books to keep your guests entertained for hours. Alternatively, show off your competitive side in the games room, where a snooker table provides hours of laughter. When it’s time to hit the hay, say goodnight to your happy hounds and make your way upstairs to find four bedrooms and two modern bathrooms. A king, double, twin and a single with trundle bed makes for a good night’s sleep for every member of the troop. In the morning, fire up the coffee machine and take some moments to soak up the incredible views and work out your itinerary for the day.
Keen walkers will be spoilt for choice in this picturesque location, with Hanford Water Nature Reserve and Horsey Island just 6 miles away from this getaway. Waggy tails will be itching to get on the 2-mile pathway to beautiful marshes, where you can meander along the banks of the estuary to both Beaumont and Landermere quays. Sniff out the glorious scent of fresh bakery produce from the Brookelynne Farm Shop, stocked with home-grown ingredients for making filling suppers. Families will love the idea of Frinton-on-Sea’s sandy shores (6 miles). A quiet stretch of coast, this seasonally-restricted beach offers the perfect location for beach games, stick fetching and picnics with the group.