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Shore Cote, Thorpeness - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms
Apartment in Leiston with kitchen and furnished balcony
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m
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Thorpeness, Suffolk
- Place, Thorpeness Golf Club10 min walk
- Place, Aldeburgh Golf Club7 min drive
- Place, RSPB Minsmere19 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Shore Cote, Thorpeness - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms
Key Features
Outstanding sea views Village location and close to all amenities 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms TV, DVD, Wi-Fi Enclosed garden with sea views, patio furniture and BBQ Parking available Membership of Thorpeness Country Club 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
Description
Shore Cote is an impressive five bedroom family beach house located in the quirky coastal village of Thorpeness. Sitting on the cliff top at the edge of the village the house boasts some of the best sea views in the area.
The property is bright and breezy and comfortably furnished with the sitting room enjoying panoramic sea views. French doors lead out to balcony/veranda offering magnificent views out to sea and garden. A small viewing area also enjoys lovely views towards the beach. Shore Cote has comfortable bedrooms, a well equipped kitchen, dining room and an enclosed garden with a gate leading from the garden onto the beach.
Rental of Shore Cote includes membership of Thorpeness Country Club (Except Summer Programme) and 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
***As of July 2025, due to ongoing coastal erosion, unfortunately there is currently no direct access to the beach from Shorecote. The owner is actively working with the local Council to find a resolution.
However, beach access is still available just a short distance from the property, and full details will be provided upon arrival.
We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy the beautiful surroundings during your stay***
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Sitting Room/Viewing Area: Sitting room with panoramic views over the sea. French doors lead out onto balcony offering magnificent sea view. A small viewing area with lovely views towards the beach as well as Thorpeness village. Electric stove, Flatscreen TV, DVD player, Wi-Fi
Dining Area: Dining room with table and chairs for 10
Kitchen: Dishwasher, hob, oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine
Bedroom 1: Twin beds, sea views
Family Bathroom: Bath with overhead shower, wash basin, WC
Shower Room: Shower cubicle, hand basin, WC
First Floor
Bedroom 2: Master bedroom – King sized bed, view over the sea
Bedroom 3: King sized bed, view over the sea
Bedroom 4: Three full sized single beds
Bedroom 5: Single bed
External Features
A balcony overlooking the sea and the garden – perfect for al fresco style dining Large enclosed garden overlooking the beach with wooden table, chairs and BBQFacilities
Heating and electricity included in the rental Free Wi-Fi Off-road parking for 1 car plus further spaces available roadsideAdditional Information
Cots and high chairs available for a small hire charge, request on booking No pets permitted No smoking propertyPlease note that there are steep steps leading up to the property and the stairs within the house are slightly steep and may be unsuitable for people with walking difficulties. There are also some low ceilings in the bedrooms.
***As of July 2025, due to ongoing coastal erosion, unfortunately there is currently no direct access to the beach from Shorecote. The owner is actively working with the local Council to find a resolution.
However, beach access is still available just a short distance from the property, and full details will be provided upon arrival.
We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy the beautiful surroundings during your stay***
Distance to beach – 30 yardsNearest Supermarket – 2 milesNearest Pub/Restaurant – 400 yardsNearest Train Station – 6 milesNearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stansted Airport1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport
Outstanding sea views Village location and close to all amenities 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms TV, DVD, Wi-Fi Enclosed garden with sea views, patio furniture and BBQ Parking available Membership of Thorpeness Country Club 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
Description
Shore Cote is an impressive five bedroom family beach house located in the quirky coastal village of Thorpeness. Sitting on the cliff top at the edge of the village the house boasts some of the best sea views in the area.
The property is bright and breezy and comfortably furnished with the sitting room enjoying panoramic sea views. French doors lead out to balcony/veranda offering magnificent views out to sea and garden. A small viewing area also enjoys lovely views towards the beach. Shore Cote has comfortable bedrooms, a well equipped kitchen, dining room and an enclosed garden with a gate leading from the garden onto the beach.
Rental of Shore Cote includes membership of Thorpeness Country Club (Except Summer Programme) and 20% discount on green fees at Thorpeness Golf Club
***As of July 2025, due to ongoing coastal erosion, unfortunately there is currently no direct access to the beach from Shorecote. The owner is actively working with the local Council to find a resolution.
However, beach access is still available just a short distance from the property, and full details will be provided upon arrival.
We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy the beautiful surroundings during your stay***
Two storey accommodation
Ground Floor
Sitting Room/Viewing Area: Sitting room with panoramic views over the sea. French doors lead out onto balcony offering magnificent sea view. A small viewing area with lovely views towards the beach as well as Thorpeness village. Electric stove, Flatscreen TV, DVD player, Wi-Fi
Dining Area: Dining room with table and chairs for 10
Kitchen: Dishwasher, hob, oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine
Bedroom 1: Twin beds, sea views
Family Bathroom: Bath with overhead shower, wash basin, WC
Shower Room: Shower cubicle, hand basin, WC
First Floor
Bedroom 2: Master bedroom – King sized bed, view over the sea
Bedroom 3: King sized bed, view over the sea
Bedroom 4: Three full sized single beds
Bedroom 5: Single bed
External Features
A balcony overlooking the sea and the garden – perfect for al fresco style dining Large enclosed garden overlooking the beach with wooden table, chairs and BBQFacilities
Heating and electricity included in the rental Free Wi-Fi Off-road parking for 1 car plus further spaces available roadsideAdditional Information
Cots and high chairs available for a small hire charge, request on booking No pets permitted No smoking propertyPlease note that there are steep steps leading up to the property and the stairs within the house are slightly steep and may be unsuitable for people with walking difficulties. There are also some low ceilings in the bedrooms.
***As of July 2025, due to ongoing coastal erosion, unfortunately there is currently no direct access to the beach from Shorecote. The owner is actively working with the local Council to find a resolution.
However, beach access is still available just a short distance from the property, and full details will be provided upon arrival.
We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy the beautiful surroundings during your stay***
Distance to beach – 30 yardsNearest Supermarket – 2 milesNearest Pub/Restaurant – 400 yardsNearest Train Station – 6 milesNearest Airports – 1hr 30 mins from Stansted Airport1hr 10 mins from Norwich Airport
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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 apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Southwold Beach and Suffolk Coast and Heaths, while Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre and Long Shop Museum are cultural highlights. RSPB Minsmere and Easton Farm Park are also worth visiting.

Thorpeness, Suffolk
What's nearby
- Thorpeness Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Moot Hall - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Aldeburgh Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
- Snape Maltings - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
- RSPB Minsmere - 19 min drive - 12.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dolphin Inn - 3 min walk
- Cross Keys Inn - 4 min drive
- The White Hart - 5 min drive
- Ive's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar - 4 min drive
- Ash Smoked Fishes - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
8.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
David K.
23 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Shore cote
David K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Richard B.
20 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint & Quirky Beachside House
Richard B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bev G.
26 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Bev G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Peter G.
17 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Sea views
Peter G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alan P.
14 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Alan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Virginia R.
29 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in a lovely location
Virginia R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Amy J.
8 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Would love to rent again
Amy J.
10/10 Excellent
Gaynor G., Leeds, Yorkshire, UK
1 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little gem
Gaynor G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl H., Somerset
25 April 2019
A Perfect Family Break
Cheryl H.
10/10 Excellent
SUSAN G.
4 April 2019
Beautiful location and cosy home
SUSAN G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
JEFFREY W.
14 February 2019
Fabulous location. Well equipped and furnished Excellent for our party of 8 with mixed ages
JEFFREY W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Marc L., Norwich, UK
14 November 2018
Perfect location
Marc L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
About the host
Hosted by Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages
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.
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