This characterful and romantic bolthole with timber-beamed ceilings throughout is surrounded by the picturesque Suffolk countryside, overlooking the River Stour on the Shotley Peninsula. Bring your walking boots, as during your stay in the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty you’ll want to take advantage of the scenic dog walking routes and nature reserves nearby.
Inside is a farmhouse-style kitchen with wooden surface tops and a breakfast bar where you can enjoy your morning coffee. The living room is homely and comfortable with a plump sofa, TV and intriguing old bakery ovens. The downstairs has underfloor heating throughout to keep cold toes and paws nice and toasty. Climb the stairs to reach the elegant and quirky attic bedroom with a king-sized bed and an en-suite with a free-standing bathtub. To the rear of the property is a spacious lawned garden with furniture.
Enjoy a quiet getaway in the village of Harkstead, on the peninsular of Shotley by the meeting of the River Orwell and River Stour – with Harkstead Beach just 0.5 miles away. Head to Shotley (4 miles) for a stroll around the marina with views out to sea. For the foodies, take a trip to Suffolk Food Hall (5 miles) for a splurge on locally produced food. To dine out, there are numerous canine-welcoming pubs and restaurants in Ipswich (7 miles). Across the water from where you’re staying is the Wrabness Nature Reserve (19.7 miles) which has numerous hiking trails and bird hides to sniff out.