Lavender House, Aldeburgh
ID: S535688
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Lavender House in Aldeburgh is frequently praised for its ample space, well-equipped kitchen, and practical garden. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness and the thoughtful touches, such as the provision of various foodstuffs. While the house serves as a good base for holidays, some guests suggest improvements in bed comfort and maintenance.
Guests generally find Lavender House very clean, with only minor mentions of maintenance issues that do not directly relate to cleanliness.
There are positive mentions of the location, but not enough detailed information to accurately score this category.
The comfort of Lavender House is well-regarded in terms of lounge furnishings, but several guests have noted that the beds and mattresses could be improved for a better night's sleep.
The property boasts well-maintained facilities with a well-equipped kitchen and garden. However, some guests have reported maintenance issues such as blinds not working and toilet flush handles needing repair.
Guests have mentioned thoughtful touches like food items in the cupboard, which add to the welcoming atmosphere of the house. However, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Occupying an enviable location close to the beach and town centre of Aldeburgh in Suffolk, Lavender House is a spacious and well-presented holiday home, which is ideal for a family holiday. The owners have meticulously combined original features with all the mod cons any discerning traveller would expect. The inviting sitting room welcomes guests in with an extensive seating area, feature wood flooring, a delightful window seat and an attractive open fire, where you can imagine gathering together to enjoy happy holiday times. There is a separate sitting area with a well-positioned armchair which is just made for curling up with a book and relaxing into your holiday. The impressive kitchen/diner is especially spacious and has a fully fitted kitchen with everything needed for creating hearty food for the whole family and has a stylish dining area, which is ideal for coming together and enjoying long, lazy meals. Should the Suffolk sun be shining down, the garden offers a great space to spend time alfresco, so while the children and any pets can run around the lawns, the adults can pull up a chair, pour a glass of their favourite tipple and relax. After a hard day of getting out and about exploring, you’ll no doubt be tired, so the grown-ups can choose from two immaculately presented double bedrooms with the kids being treated to a cool children’s bedroom, complete with two double bunk beds and even a mini pool table. Lavender House is superbly located just a short walk from the shingle beach and the shops, galleries, boutiques and eateries of Aldeburgh, so is well worth spending some time. Head off for a day out to attractions such as Easton Farm Park, Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, Framlingham Castle, RSPB Minsmere and Sutton Hoo. Towns worth a visit include Southwold, Thorpeness, Saxmundham, Westleton and Halesworth. Take a hike and head out anywhere within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths region, which has been designated an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty, so you’re sure to get some great photo opportunities along the way. For a delightful holiday the whole family can enjoy, a trip to Lavender House is well worth it.
The popular, vibrant seaside town of Aldeburgh is famous for its culture, traditional feel and one of the best fish and chip shops in the country! Aldeburgh and Snape Maltings are home to one of the world’s greatest music festivals and has been named as one of the top 50 places to live in Britain. Crag Path runs along the seafront dividing the beautiful pebbly beach from the unspoilt pastel-coloured seafront properties and the town. The beach is a popular place for groups and couples to enjoy the wonderful fish and chips throughout the summer months. The town is steeped in history and has become a wonderful town for shopping with a good mixture of independent and chain stores to enjoy. The town also offers a good selection of pubs and restaurants or why not buy some freshly caught fish from the huts on the seafront and cook up your own feast at home. For those wishing for a more action-packed holiday there is excellent walking, cycling, sailing and golf at Aldeburgh. Growing in popularity you will want to return to Aldeburgh again and again!
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double, 2 x children’s bunk.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Sitting room with open fire
Gas central heating with open fire.
Rangemaster oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Flat-screen TV with FreeView, DVD/CD player, iPod docking station, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Unallocated roadside parking.
Gardens with lawns, patio, patio furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome downstairs.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.5 miles.
Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers.
Note: If you wish a travel cot and highchair to be available please request at time of booking.
Note: If you wish to bring a dog please inform us at time of booking
Reviews (8)
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Birgit
However, when looking at the description of the house again, no measurements of the size of beds are given ( many other agencies provide this information ). So we should have asked. We missed the coffee machine which are in the pictures as well as the handshower in the bathroom. That was positively misleading. Everything else was nice and clean.
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Jolyon
On arrival there was a strong smell of paint in the kitchen.It looked like the ceiling had been recently painted with evidence of roller spray and splashes on the units, fittings and floor around the room. It also looked like only one part of the room had been done as the other part looked very tired. We felt that the bed linen, particularly the duvets were in need of updating and the towels were also showing signs of use with some being stained. If this is a matter for the linen company then it should be addressed. There were a number of maintenance issues, blinds not working, curtain poles bent out of line and toilet flush handles missing parts and falling off. I managed to repair one blind and reposition the curtain pole but this should be addressed by the letting agent not the guest! There is a shed which guests donât have access too so we couldnât store our bikes securely (this could easily be achieved) and the understairs cupboard is full of paint pots which could easily be moved to the shed to give guests more space for storage. We ended up having cyclingâs helmets and picnic blankets oiled up in corners of the house rather than stowed away. Lavender House was a great house for our holiday and our friends have rebooked for next year already. With as very small amount of effort this could be an excellent place, please make it so for our next visit!
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Anne
Very clean, some small repairs needed and handled with owner. Dining chairs very noisy to move, maybe use shields on chair legs? Also very hard if sitting for any length of time. Garden well maintained. Grandsons loved pool table in bedroom!