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Shell Cottage

Wards Place 4, Aldeburgh, IP15 5AX, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>10</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
10 reviews
a living room with a wooden table and chairs at Shell Cottage in Aldeburgh
a living room with a table and chairs and a couch at Shell Cottage in Aldeburgh
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Shell Cottage

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  • The entire place is yours
  • 500 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Shell Cottage has a balcony and is set in Aldeburgh, within just 1.1 km of Sudbourne Beach and 2 km of Aldeburgh Golf Club. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 100 metres from Aldeburgh Beach. Boasting a DVD player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Guests can also relax in the garden. Framlingham Castle is 24 km from the holiday home, while Saint Botolph's Burgh is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Norwich International Airport, 80 km from Shell Cottage.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 futon bed
Bedroom 4:
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Guy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location is perfect, on the high street and within short walking distance of all shops, restaurants and the beach. Although very central, the cottage is tucked away down an alley so it’s very quiet. It’s a beautifully-decorated and stylish...”
  • Jeremy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful, spacious cottage in a perfect location to explore the town and beach. Everything you could need is provided - dishwasher, washing machine, wifi, TV with freeview, etc. There's even a little walled garden with table, chairs and a BBQ....”
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect house for what we needed set in a great location! Would definitely stay again and recommend to others!”
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was perfect very spacious and cosy. Plenty of bathrooms and towels provided. Would definitely come back again. Very peaceful and great having a car space outside.”

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property questions and answers
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  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?

    No need for any transport to the beach, it is a 2 minute walk away
    Answered on 12 March 2020

  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?

    The beach is a 2 minute walk from Shell Cottage
    Answered on 12 March 2020

  • How many walk-in showers are there across the property? (As opposed to a shower in a bath)

    There are two walk in showers at Shell Cottage
    Answered on 6 October 2020

  • Hi Can you please confirm the charge for bed linen and towels. Many thanks Julie

    The bedding and towels are included in the rental rate.
    Answered on 9 June 2020

Managed by Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages

Company review score: 8.9Based on 1,359 reviews from 224 properties
224 managed properties

Company information

Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages is a small Holiday Lettings and Property Management Company based in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, offering a select range of privately owned self catering holiday cottages, houses and apartments in Aldeburgh and Thorpeness . Dealing directly with the property owners and guests, we are able to offer great properties at the best prices alongside a unique boutique holiday lets service.

Property information

This beautifully furnished property is located just off the High Street and has its own parking. The cottage comprises of a large open plan living and dining area with patio doors leading to a secluded south facing courtyard garden. All four bedrooms sleep two and the cottage has three bathrooms with two showers. Two storey accommodation Ground Floor Kitchen: Dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, oven, hob, fridge with freezer compartment (under counter freezer available on request) Sitting Room/Dining Room: Large sitting room with flat screen TV, DVD player, dining facilities and patio doors leading to rear south facing courtyard garden Ground Floor Bedroom: Day bed which can be single or double Bathroom 1: Shower, wc, washbasin First Floor Master bedroom en-suite: With pretty four poster bed and en-suite bath and shower Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom Family Bathroom: Bath, wc, washbasin External features South facing courtyard garden with patio table, chairs and BBQ, Facilities Central heating and electricity costs are included in the rental, free Wi-Fi Parking

Neighbourhood information

Aldeburgh is a town located by the River Alde on the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast. It is famous for the annual Aldeburgh Festival, which takes place nearby at Snape Maltings – home to the renowned composer Benjamin Britten. Aldeburgh also hosts a Carnival which takes place over a long weekend in August. It includes a funfair, mini-marathon, Carnival procession, Military band and fireworks display. Whilst in Aldeburgh, make sure you visit the life boat station, Moot Hall, Martello Tower, buy fresh fish from the huts on the beach and of course do not forget to try the famous fish and chip shop!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Shell Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    Room Amenities
    • Sofa bed
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Shell Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 00:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    FAQs about Shell Cottage

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Shell Cottage on this page.

    • The prices at Shell Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Shell Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Shell Cottage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Shell Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Shell Cottage is 250 yards from the centre of Aldeburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Shell Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beach

    • Check-in at Shell Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, Shell Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Shell Cottage on this page.