Suffolk Coast Self Catering cottage, The Studio, Aldeburgh, Aldeburgh, sleeps 5

The original artist studio is now a light studio bedroom/living space on the first-floor, filled with artwork painted by the owners talented father. On the ground floor is the open plan kitchen/breakfast room and the double and single bedroom.

The original artists studio is now a lovely light studio bedroom/living space on the first-floor, filled with memorabilia of a bygone time, and artwork painted by the owners talented father. On the ground floor is the open plan kitchen/breakfast room to one side, and the double and single to the other, with sliding door giving privacy if you prefer, as well as double doors to the lower deck. Between the two is the bathroom with beautiful roll-top bath.

Extensive outdoor space is a huge asset here – parking for four cars; a large fully enclosed garden; sunny south facing deck accessed from three sets of double doors and furnished for relaxing or eating in the sea air; as well as a wide first-floor balcony with sea view running along the length of the first floor. Ground floor Step off the deck into the entrance hall of The Studio with the kitchen/breakfast room and stairs off to your left, bathroom ahead of you and doors to the double and single to your right, with sliding doors between the two so you can choose privacy or open plan. Oak flooring runs throughout and you can make the most of indoor/outdoor living with double doors from the breakfast area and single room onto the lower deck.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room There’s a country style to this charming room with kitchen divided from the breakfast area by a butcher’s block, providing additional workspace and storage. Built-in units with marble work surfaces run along two walls with built in double oven, gas hob with extractor, integrated microwave and a dishwasher. A large Smeg fridge with three drawer freezer sits by the stairs, together with a washer/dryer.

A circular table with six chairs sits by double doors to the patio, with dressers on either side, loaded with crockery, cutlery, games etc. for you to use. Double Bedroom This pretty bedroom has a double bed with bedside drawers and ample storage in a built in wardrobe.

Sliding doors with a cabin hook give you the option of seclusion from the single. Single Bedroom A lovely bright room with double doors to the patio, as well as doors to the hallway and double room. There’s a sturdy single bed with pullout which can be made up for you on request, chest of drawers and chair.

First Floor Wooden stairs rise to the first floor, exclusively the studio which has three sets of double doors to the balcony and a door to the external spiral staircase. Studio/Bedroom The original artist’s studio is now a lovely light studio bedroom, filled with memorabilia of a bygone time and artwork painted by the owner’s talented father. Three deep sofas sit around a coffee table, and bookcases are heaving with reference and reading books for you to browse, as well as an eclectic mix of furniture including a handsome armoire with more games to play.

The double bed sits between two sets of bedside drawers with a wardrobe and desk/dressing table close by; a concertina screen gives you privacy. En-Suite Shower Room Fully tiled shower room with large cubicle and hand shower, attractive basin, WC, heated towel rail and little window giving natural light. Outside Outdoor space is a key feature at The Studio; spacious, secluded and enclosed, making it great for both kids and dogs! The double gates on Fawcett Road open into the drive, giving space for up to four cars.

A gravel path takes you round to the big south facing patio with front door, and double doors to both the single bedroom and kitchen. The garden’s mainly laid to lawn with well-established shrubs and a table with six chairs so you can enjoy the sea air. Running along the front of the studio on the first floor is a wide balcony with sea view and yet another table and chairs for meals, plus a lounger just waiting for you to relax with a good book! Games Room Located in a separate summer house, a great addition for kids of any age, this garden style room has a billiards table and sofa.