Woodfarm Barns and Barges in Suffolk & Tuscany

Mariners Lodge is a cosy, spacious, detached holiday cottage boasting sea views from the first floor living room and overlooking the 18-hole links golf course, with an adjacent 9-hole public course. Ideally situated in the quiet unspoilt fishing hamlet of Felixstowe Ferry, only 50 yards from the shingle beach and 400 yards from popular country pub serving good food. The village itself boasts an art gallery, cafe, sailing club, fishing from the beach and all are within walking distance. Situated on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, the cottage is well placed for touring Suffolk including the picturesque towns of Woodbridge, Aldeburgh, Southwold, Dunwich, Walberswick, Orford and Harwich. Only half an hours drive from Snape, famous for its all year round concerts. Further inland are Framlingham, a quaint old town with a cobbled market square, tea shops, good eating houses and a castle. For the children, a day out and a picnic at Easton Farm Park, is a must. Set in a lovely original farm setting with antique machinery, farm animals, arts and crafts, childrens play area, a restaurant and a picnic area set alongside a river. Slightly further afield are the famous small towns of Long Melford, a haven for antique hunters, and famous for Kentwell and Long Melford Halls. The medieval old wood town of Lavenham is also worth a visit as is Constable Country and the Dedham Vale. Numerous other picturesque villages to visit, all within an hours drive or just relax on the local Blue Flag beach. Felixstowe, 2 miles, for shopping facilities. Pub 400 yards.

Merchant House is a stunning detached property in the ever popular village of Kessingland on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. The owners have lovingly built this property with accommodation over three floors. It enjoys a large open plan kitchen/dining room with bi-folding doors spanning the length of the light and airy space. The cosy living room at the front of the property is perfect for relaxing with a film or two. With two en-suites and a family bathroom, families, friends and groups will enjoy their stay at Merchant House.
The property is ideally located for the fabulous beach at Kessingland, but equally for the local shops, excellent pubs and the fantastic Africa Alive Animal Park. All within walking distance! Guests are urged to make sure they don’t miss the incredible sun rises and to use the beach equipment including wind breaks, picnic baskets and spades. Located between Southwold and Lowestoft, there is much to do including the Norfolk Broads National Park, RSPB Minsmere, the lost village of Dunwich, coastal walks and countryside rambles. Beach 500 yards. Shop 700 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

A well-presented, detached house set just paces from the beach in Pakefield, near Lowestoft. Ideal for families. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Oulton Broad 4.4 miles; Somerleyton 8 miles.