Strafford House
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About the home
Strafford House is one of Aldeburgh's significant Grade II listed properties situated in the most desirable of locations with private balconies overlooking the beach. Recently refurbished and superbly equipped, it is ideal for a traditional family holiday or get together with friends - this property is perfect for special occasions.
On the ground floor you will find a superb sitting room with comfortable sofas, SKY TV and a window seat in the large bay window overlooking the beach. There is a stylish dining hall with seating for 14 and double doors opening into the newly fitted, spacious kitchen and morning room. There is a first floor drawing room to enable guests to relax and enjoy the sea views from the comfort of your arm chair as well as a superb luxury bedroom suite on the second floor with en-suite bathroom, sofa bed, SKY TV's and two large bay windows, again with spectacular sea views. As you enter Strafford House you experience the history associated with it, there have been many famous visitors over the years including Thomas Hardy, J M Barrie, H G Wells, William Holman Hunt and W B Yeats. All the character and charm has been retained in this remarkable house but now it has the added benefit of SKY TV in four rooms, modern, contemporary bathrooms and a spacious, well equipped kitchen.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 15, 6 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Property on beach front |
| Will consider: | Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 300m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Central heating, Video player, Telephone, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 6 Bedrooms, 6 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom, 4 en suites and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (2), Single beds (8), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 14, Lounge seating for 14 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
As you enter Strafford House you will find on the ground floor; Dining hall which seats 14 with large bay window and double doors leading to the newly fitted kitchen and morning room with SKY TV, range cooker and table and chairs. Sitting room with bay window & window seating, comfortable sofas, SKY TV and DVD/video player and feature fireplace. Ground floor shower room, separate utility room. On the first floor; spacious drawing room with door out onto the balcony overlooking the sea, SKY TV and DVD/video player and single sofabed. Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom and bay window overlooking the sea. A further twin bedroom, double bedroom and a family bathroom with bath, overhead shower, WC and hand basin. Second floor; Luxury bedroom suite with king size bed, en-suite bathroom, seating area + sofa bed, two SKY TV's and DVD/video and two large bay windows with superb sea views. Two twin bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom, one with en-suite shower room.
Further details outdoors:
Small front garden with seating. Direct access to the beach which is 10 metres away. Parking to front of the house.
Further details
£250 reservation deposit required at time of booking.
Balance due 12 weeks prior to stay.
£300 Damage Deposit required two weeks prior to stay, fully refundable following a satisfactory check out.
7 night breaks run Friday to Friday, 3 night breaks run Friday to Monday, 4 night breaks run Monday to Friday.
Polite Notice: Celebrations of special occassions for booked guests only. No Marquees, mobile discos, loud music or firework displays permitted. Outside caterers permitted with prior permission. No stag or hen parties allowed. Restrictions are due to the property being in a residential area. Thank you.
Conditions
SPECIAL OFFERS
2012 holidays at 2011 prices
4 nights for the price of 3 (Monday to Friday bookings)
20% OFF late availability bookings - all dates still available in the coming 6 weeks have up to 20% off, please telephone our booking office for details.
The East Anglia / Suffolk region
Situated on Suffolk's famous Heritage Coast, Strafford House provides the perfect base to explore the neighbouring coastal towns such as Walberswick, Thorpeness, Dunwich, Blythburgh and Southwold.
There are notable places of interest nearby: Sutton Hoo, the Anglo Saxon burial ground and museum; Snape Maltings, the famous concert hall and complex associated with the composer Benjamin Britten; Thorpeness Mere and 'House in the Clouds' and the RSPB reserve at Minsmere.
Other coastal towns such as Southwold, Aldeburgh, Dunwich, Walberswick and Felixstowe will make interesting excursions, all with lovely beaches. So much to do and so little time!
The Aldeburgh area
Just a minute's walk will bring you to the Aldeburgh's High Street with its mix of shops, high quality restaurants and independent cinema. Aldeburgh is well known for its association with the composer Benjamin Britten, his inspired annual Arts and Music Festival is held at the nearby Snape Maltings, attracting many well known names and visitors.
The RSPB reserve at Minsmere is easily accessible and a 15 mile journey south you will find the Sutton Hoo Anglo Saxon Burial Ground, one of Britain's most important and atmospheric archaeological sites.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Stansted: 76 km |
| Railway: | Saxmundham: 6 km |
| Ferry: | Folkestone: 150 km |
From the A12, north or south, exit onto the B1123 to Aldeburgh and follow road straight through to Aldeburgh Town. At the roundabout take the 3rd exit, still heading to town centre on the Victoria Road. At the T junction turn right onto the High Street, left onto Hertford Place and straight over crossing King Street and right onto Crag Path, Strafford House will be on your left directly opposite the sea.
Activities near Aldeburgh
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 15 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Christmas 2011 | 21 Dec 11 | 28 Dec 11 | £ 4051 | - | - | 1 Week |
| New Year 2011/2012 | 28 Dec 11 | 3 Jan 12 | £ 4051 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 2012 | 6 Jan 12 | 10 Feb 12 | £ 1762 | 220 | 449 | 3 Nights |
| Winter 2012 | 10 Feb 12 | 17 Feb 12 | £ 1834 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 2012 | 17 Feb 12 | 30 Mar 12 | £ 1798 | 225 | 459 | 3 Nights |
| Easter 2012 | 30 Mar 12 | 13 Apr 12 | £ 2923 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Spring 2012 | 13 Apr 12 | 20 Apr 12 | £ 1913 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Spring 2012 | 20 Apr 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 2027 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 1 Jun 12 | 8 Jun 12 | £ 3612 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 8 Jun 12 | 22 Jun 12 | £ 2711 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 22 Jun 12 | 29 Jun 12 | £ 3066 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 29 Jun 12 | 6 Jul 12 | £ 3436 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 6 Jul 12 | 13 Jul 12 | £ 3495 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 13 Jul 12 | 20 Jul 12 | £ 3434 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 20 Jul 12 | 17 Aug 12 | £ 3842 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 17 Aug 12 | 24 Aug 12 | £ 3655 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer 2012 | 24 Aug 12 | 31 Aug 12 | £ 3295 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn 2012 | 31 Aug 12 | 14 Sep 12 | £ 2045 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn 2012 | 14 Sep 12 | 21 Sep 12 | £ 1937 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn 2012 | 21 Sep 12 | 28 Sep 12 | £ 1871 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn 2012 | 28 Sep 12 | 5 Oct 12 | £ 1862 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn 2012 | 5 Oct 12 | 26 Oct 12 | £ 1789 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn 2012 | 26 Oct 12 | 2 Nov 12 | £ 2996 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 2012 | 2 Nov 12 | 21 Dec 12 | £ 1798 | 337 | 450 | 3 Nights |
| Christmas 2012 | 21 Dec 12 | 28 Dec 12 | £ 4051 | - | - | 1 Week |
| New Year 2012 | 28 Dec 12 | 4 Jan 13 | £ 4051 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
SPECIAL OFFERS
2012 at 2011 prices
4 nights for the price of 3 (mid week breaks, Monday to Friday)
Late Availability: If Strafford House is not booked for a 7 night break in high season we will release it for 1, 2, 3 or 4 night breaks (mid week) or 3 nights (week ends) in the forecoming 6 weeks.
Just need 1, 2 or 3 nights mid week? We have now made Strafford House available for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 7 night breaks (subject to availability)
£250 booking deposit to secure holiday with the balance due 12 weeks in advance of stay.
A £500 damage deposit is required for this property which must be paid 2 weeks in advance of visit. For full terms and conditions please telephone our booking office 01728 454899 or 07792756125 (Out of office hours)
Linen provided and included in price.
Welcome pack upon arrival.
Availability
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