Guests say
Mellows in Thorpeness receives high praise for its spacious, well-equipped accommodation and peaceful location. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, comfort, and the thoughtful touches such as wine and cake. The enclosed garden is a hit with families and pet owners, and the proximity to local attractions and walks adds to the appeal. The house is ideal for group gatherings and repeatedly welcomed returning visitors.
Guests generally found Mellows to be clean, with only minor feedback on bedding cleanliness. The high standard of cleanliness contributes to the property's welcoming atmosphere.
The property's location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to local sights, including the beach, pub, and walking routes. Its peaceful setting in Thorpeness is a standout feature.
Comfort is consistently highlighted, with guests finding the beds comfortable and the open plan living area conducive to relaxation. The house's spaciousness and multiple seating options ensure guest comfort.
Facilities at Mellows are well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and good quality utilities. Minor points include the need for a small baking tray and temperature variations in bedrooms, but overall, the facilities meet guests' needs.
The thoughtful gestures of wine and cake are mentioned positively, enhancing the welcoming experience, though it should be noted that such gifts are kindly provided but not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
A stylish family getaway with a wooden exterior, Mellows offers a fantastic living space perfect for a family looking to explore Suffolk and the nearby coastline. Travel up a gravel path and unpack with ease from the ample off-road parking, before making yourself at home in the fantastic open-plan living area. Settle down with a book in a selection of sofas, warming your feet beside the fire, before making the most of the contemporary kitchen, bursting with amenities and with a U-shaped work surface, as well as a breakfast bar with stools, where guests can cook together and enjoy their masterpiece at the dining table, and with double doors and seas of natural light, this is the perfect social space for all guests to enjoy. As the evening wears on, four bedrooms offer a place to snuggle up for the night, each with an en-suite, including a ground-floor super-king-size with a zip-link, a ground-floor single with a truckle bed, a super-king size zip-link and a super-king-size, leaving you spoilt for choice. On a warm afternoon, enjoy dining alfresco and making use of the table and chairs outside, where a barbecue awaits the designated chef, and your four-legged companion can recline beside the shrubs. Thorpeness is a fantastic little town with a lot on offer, beginning with the Hundred River, where guests can hire boats and try out watersports, or simply enjoy a picnic and a stroll beside the water. For history lovers, there is a fantastic windmill, and close to this the fascinating House in the Clouds towers above the town. Local shops and pubs create a great place to enjoy a family meal out and why not try out a game of golf on the local course or visit the beautiful Thorpeness Beach, where you can enjoy the stunning coastal views? With so much on offer, make a holiday to remember with a stay at Mellows.
Thorpeness is a coastal village resting between Aldeburgh and Southwold. The village is known for its historic windmill and expansive pebble beach and offers a selection of attractions including boat hire at Thorpeness Mere and selection of eateries, while you can stock up on essentials at the nearby convenience stores found at Aldeburgh. Within easy reach of the village is the popular coastal town of Aldeburgh where you can find further attractions and amenities such as another beach, independent shops and coastal walks.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size zip-link ( can be set up as a twin on request) with en-suite with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail an WC, 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with zip-link (can be set up as a twin on request) with en-suite with walk-in shower, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rial and WC, 1 x super-king-size with TV and en-suite with bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x ground-floor single with truckle bed and en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Heating with gas real flame fire.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
Smart TV, Freesat, WiFi, selection of books.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed garden with shrubs, furniture, patio and barbecue.
One well behaved dog welcome, £50 charge for a second dog.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: 9-inch step down from front door and smaller step from living space into the garden, so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: Uplands Lane, leading to the gravel driveway, is uneven.
Note: If you wish either of the super-king-sizes to be made up as a twin please let us know.
Note: If you wish the truckle bed to be made up please let us know.
Nearby points of interest
- Dunwich Beach
- Orford Castle
Reviews (19)
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Beryl
Would certainly stay again. Only little niggle was stains on some of the carpets. However did not impact on us having enjoyable holiday.
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Dorothy
It is ideal for our holiday-makers, and we love it.
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Celia
Every bedroom has a bathroom which was such a bonus. 2 seconds from everything in Thorpeness, easy parking and easy to find. They phoned us and said we could access the property early, this was amazing because my only constructive feedback is 4pm is too late for standard check in, especially when itâs 10am checkout. We are not in covid times anymore and 4 is so late when you have kids. My friends and family do normally now try and opt for places that have returned the check on and out times back to 3 and 10.