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The Dower Retreat - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom
Cottage in Leiston with kitchen
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m
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- Place, Dunwich Heath and Beach
- Place, Thorpeness Golf Club
- Place, RSPB Minsmere
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom #1
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
The Dower Retreat - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom
Tastefully furnished to a very high standard, this delightful property is set on the cliff top, directly overlooking the beach and sea. Thorpeness can be reached on foot along the beautiful coastal path and Aldeburgh is either a short drive or cycle ride away. An ideal hideaway for couples looking for a relaxing break on the Suffolk Coast. ‘The Dower Retreat’ is part of ‘The Dower’ estate and has been refurbished to a very high standard. The property has a light and airy open plan living area and a king size bedroom.
Just 2.5 miles from Aldeburgh, this stunning house enjoys a fantastic seaside location and is adjacent to the RSPB’s wetland reserve of Minsmere.
Key Features
Ideal romantic cottage for couples
Quiet and peaceful location
Directly overlooking the sea
Beautiful walks to Thorpeness along the coastal path
On the beach to the North of Thorpeness
Only a short drive to Aldeburgh
Close to RSPB reserve of Minsmere
1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
TV and Wi-Fi
Allocated parking
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Bedroom: Super King bed
Bathroom: Large walk in shower, washbasin, WC
First Floor
Sitting/Kitchen/Dining: Open plan kitchen, living and dining area. Dishwasher, oven, hob, fridge, Freeview TV, Wi-Fi, dining table for two
External Features
Allocated parking
Facilities
Heating and electricity costs are included in the rental
Free Wi-Fi
Additional Information
Pets are not permitted
No smoking
Distance to Beach – 50 yards
Distance to Supermarket – 1.5 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – Half a mile (walking)
Nearest Train Station – 8 miles (Saxmundham)
Nearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stanstead Airport
1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport
Just 2.5 miles from Aldeburgh, this stunning house enjoys a fantastic seaside location and is adjacent to the RSPB’s wetland reserve of Minsmere.
Key Features
Ideal romantic cottage for couples
Quiet and peaceful location
Directly overlooking the sea
Beautiful walks to Thorpeness along the coastal path
On the beach to the North of Thorpeness
Only a short drive to Aldeburgh
Close to RSPB reserve of Minsmere
1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
TV and Wi-Fi
Allocated parking
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Bedroom: Super King bed
Bathroom: Large walk in shower, washbasin, WC
First Floor
Sitting/Kitchen/Dining: Open plan kitchen, living and dining area. Dishwasher, oven, hob, fridge, Freeview TV, Wi-Fi, dining table for two
External Features
Allocated parking
Facilities
Heating and electricity costs are included in the rental
Free Wi-Fi
Additional Information
Pets are not permitted
No smoking
Distance to Beach – 50 yards
Distance to Supermarket – 1.5 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – Half a mile (walking)
Nearest Train Station – 8 miles (Saxmundham)
Nearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stanstead Airport
1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport
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Amenities
Kitchen
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Leiston
Leiston is home to this cottage. Leiston Abbey and Moot Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Southwold Beach and Suffolk Coast and Heaths.

Leiston, Suffolk
What's nearby
- Leiston Abbey - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
- Thorpeness Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
- Aldeburgh Golf Club - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
- RSPB Minsmere - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
- Snape Maltings - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dolphin Inn - 8 min drive
- Cross Keys Inn - 12 min drive
- Ive's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar - 12 min drive
- Ash Smoked Fishes - 11 min drive
- The Kitchen - 9 min drive
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Hosted by Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages
Languages:
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