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Pickney House is a charming Tudor-style property situated close to the beach in one of Aldeburgh's premier addresses which is in a quiet position overlooking the seafront and unique town. Set back from the high street, Pickney House is ideally located for a fun family seaside holiday or get together with friends. Superbly equipped and refurbished in 2007, this cosy and comfortable house offers good accommodation on three levels. There is a delightful living room with feature fireplace and Sky TV with video/DVD, a charming kitchen/dining-room with large pine table for group meals and enclosed garden with patio furniture and barbecue for al fresco dining. All the character and charm of this enchanting house has been retained as has the name `Pickney' which is Caribbean slang for happy children! Just a short walk leads to the beach and high street where an eclectic mix of shops, high quality restaurants, traditional public houses, art galleries, independent cinema and even an award-winning fish and chip shop can be found.
Picturesquely set on the East Suffolk Heritage Coast, Aldeburgh is best known for its connections with the composer Benjamin Britten. The annual acclaimed Arts and Music Festival is staged at the nearby Snape Maltings Concert Hall attracting many famous names and visitors. Aldeburgh appeals to all age groups; there is a thriving sailing community, two local golf courses, tennis courts and a cookery school as well as the popular Aldeburgh Carnival held every year in August. Venturing further afield the delights of the Heritage Coast are all within easy reach, most notably Southwold, home to the Adnams Brewery, working lighthouse, Art Deco pier and super sandy beaches, Woodbridge, a beautiful historic market town situated on the River Deben, Orford with its 12th-century castle and oystery, Thorpeness Mere and boating lake, Dunwich, Walberswick and the RSPB nature reserve at Minsmere.

Enjoy a millionaire's lifestyle...just five minutes' drive from the beach and the charming town of Aldeburgh. This grand detached house adapts itself to many different types of holiday. For an adventure-filled family holiday it is perfectly located to explore the Suffolk Heritage coastline and is in close proximity to the North Warren RSBP bird reserve. It also has a croquet set, fully equipped indoor games room and outdoor trampoline. It is equally suited as a peaceful country retreat, set in 15 acres of enclosed woodland with fantastic south-facing terrace and beautifully landscaped gardens.
Just a short drive leads to Aldeburgh's beach and the sea where there is plenty to do, great for seaside holiday fun. The interior is tastefully furnished with a spacious drawing room with feature marble fireplace, an elegant dining-room with large carved oak dining table and chairs seating for 14, a breakfast room and a sunny day room, all of which have French doors onto the south-facing terrace. The seven bedrooms, two with SKY TV, all have views to the gardens and are comfortably furnished and pleasantly decorated. Aldeburgh's high street has numerous high quality restaurants, many individual shops, traditional public houses, an independent cinema and award-winning fish and chip shops.
There is a super pebble beach which is home to the famous `Scallop Sculpture' by the artist Maggie Hambling and the fishermen's huts selling the local catch of the day. With its golf course, tennis courts, cookery school and sea and river sailing, the town has something for everyone. Aldeburgh is noted for its close association with the composer Benjamin Britten and was the backdrop for many of his operas.
Nearby in the village of Snape is the world famous Snape Maltings Concert Hall where the Aldeburgh Music and Arts Festival is held annually. Lovely strolls along the beach or beach path can be enjoyed as well as picturesque drives to other coastal towns and villages of interest including Southwold, Woodbridge, Dunwich, Orford, Thorpeness and Walberswick. 6 miles north of Heath House is the Minsmere RSPB reserve. 

Strafford House is one of Aldeburgh's significant Grade II listed properties situated in the most desirable of locations with balconies overlooking the beach. Refurbished and superbly equipped, it is ideal for a traditional family holiday or get together with friends - this property is regularly booked for special occasions. On the ground floor there is a grand dining-room with seating for 14, a cosy living room with a large bay window and a 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 their armchair as well as a superb bedroom suite on the top floor with en-suite bathroom and two large bay windows, again overlooking the sea. As visitors enter Strafford House they will 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 bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. Just a minute's walk leads to Aldeburgh's high street with its mix of shops, high quality restaurants and independant 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. A convenient town for exploring the Suffolk Heritage Coast, just a short drive away are the towns of Southwold and Woodbridge as are the villages of Thorpeness, Orford, Dunwich and Walberswick. The RSPB reserve at Minsmere is easily accessible and a 15-mile journey south leads to the Sutton Hoo Anglo Saxon Burial Ground, one of Britain's most important and atmospheric archaeological sites.

Be lord of the manor for a few days at Mockbeggars Hall, a Jacobean masterpiece with far reaching views over the Gipping Valley in the famous Suffolk countryside.
Set in mature grounds, this imposing property will provide the perfect backdrop for a truly memorable holiday. It is perfect for a special celebration, get together or family reunion, or, how about a dramatic murder mystery weekend?
Enjoy a banquet in style in the magnificent dining hall, a champagne reception in the spacious drawing room with its incredible stone fireplace and French doors leading out to the terrace and gardens or just relax and unwind in the elegant living room.
The interior retains many period features including studded wooden doors, original wood flooring and leaded windows alongside modern conveniences such as Sky TV with DVD/video players in the drawing room, living room, kitchen and master bedroom, modern bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen.
The left wing of the hall enjoys a large first floor balcony with splendid views of the garden and valley beyond. The spectacular grounds span some 3 acres including open lawn, a large stone paved terrace with garden furniture, and shady woodland copses.
Situated on the edge of Claydon village, Mockbeggars Hall is ideally located to explore some of rural Suffolk's attractions including the National Trust's Thorington Hall in Stoke-by-Nayland, and Flatford Mill, in the beautiful Dedham Vale - the location of John Constable's famous painting `The Haywain'.
4 miles away is Ipswich Town and the historic town of Woodbridge is just a 9-mile journey east where there is much to do. Close by golf courses include Hintlesham Hall (3 miles) and Fynn Valley (4 miles). Pub 1 mile.