About this property
Snape 1.7 miles. A charming little cottage settled into the hamlet of Friston, near Snape, The Forge was originally the village forge and is home to many historic features, making it a great hideaway for a couple or family of three on the edge of Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Park off-road and unpack into a traditional cottage with historic features including roof beams and exposed brickwork throughout, adding character. Within the property you will find an amply fitted kitchen ideal for cooking up a storm, and a dining area, as well as a sitting room with a TV, ideal for a film night, and a sunroom opening up onto the courtyard, great for alfresco dining, via patio doors and allowing in the countryside air. Take a soak in the bath before settling down into either a single or a double bedroom. Friston is a lovely little hamlet with its own local pub within walking distance of the property. For more amenities and a selection of pubs, head over to the lovely village of Snape, where there is a convenience store and several pubs, as well as beautiful walks through Snape Maltings. From here, visit the lovely seaside town of Aldeburgh, where there is a beautiful pebble beach, a golf club, and several eateries, or further from the property there are walks through Orfordness Beacon, the amazing Framlingham Castle and idyllic birdwatching spots at RSPB Minsmere. Explore the coast and countryside of Suffolk with a stay at 1 Forge Cottage.
In the heart of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, on the banks of the River Alde, sits the charming village of Snape. Three pubs and a village shop can be found in Snape, which all offer delicious food that is locally produced. Snape Maltings, a major tourist attraction on the Suffolk Coast with a number of gift shops and small enterprises providing a variety of cuisine, art, and crafts, is located just outside the settlement. The Snape Maltings Concert Hall, the site of the Aldeburgh Music Festival, which was established by Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears in 1948, is also located there, along with a cafe, tea room, and bar. The market town of Woodbridge, which boasts a large range of stores, pubs, cafés, and restaurants, is only 10 miles from Snape. The region is a refuge for animals, and there are several well-traveled trails that go from Snape, such as the Sailors' Path, through historic forest and heathland to the well-liked seaside town of Aldeburgh. A stunning and serene location that attracts tourists all year long.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, basin, heated towel rail and separate cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Sunroom
Electric heating.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
TV, WiFi.
Off-road parking for one car.
Enclosed rear gravelled courtyard with furniture and front enclosed garden with bench.
Pet-friendly.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.7 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Sloping ceilings in bathroom and single bedroom make limited head space
Reviews (10)
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Susan
The property needs a deep clean and some decoration ,there are damp patches in a few places and cobwebs.A lack of a shower or a shower attachment to the bath taps would have been useful when washing hair ( a jug was left for this purpose)
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Robin
Despite the unreasonably cold weather (ice on the car in late April!) the storage heaters worked well and there were also two fan heaters if needed. The cottage itself was quaint, and delightful and the location ideal for someone like me who likes to explore the Snape/Aldeburgh/Dunwich and Southwold areas. I very much hope to return.
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Neil
Everything worked (tv, heating etc). It suited us - a couple, with 2 small dogs. The garden is fenced in and they couldn't run away. The door key being accessed by a 4 digit code was vital, as the owner couldn't be there because of flooding of roads. The pub just across the road was friendly and lively. We went to Dunwich heath, Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, Sutton Hoo, Snape maltings, and Orford castle and had a lovely time.