There is a good sized garden, with terrace, shrub beds and large central lawned area to the front. A picket gate leads to the road and the Meare beyond. To the rear of the house is a patio area, garage (locked) and parking for two cars. There is a private road leading to the rear of the house, great for unloading shopping etc.

Just a minute's walk from the sea, and the excellent amenities of Thorpeness itself.

Inside, The Bays has been extensively refurbished to provide all the luxury and comfort of the 21st century, whilst retaining the tranquility and delight of its Arts and Crafts design.

Looking out over the Meare, a wildlife rich lake, with rowing boats and punts for hire, it is easy to imagine Thorpeness's earlier inhabitants - well to do Edwardians with their striped blazers, polished canes and panama hats. With a lovely sandy beach and clinker built fishing boats, Thorpeness was and still is a perfect destination for a really relaxing and healthy English holiday. Every need has been catered for and Thorpeness has an attractive Country club with tennis courts, superb 18 hole heathland golf course, an excellent pub and a village shop which sells both the essentials and a wide variety of delightful preprepared meals and culinary delicacies. Riding can be arranged nearby, a hack along the beach is an experience not to be missed. Beyond the village, there are lovely heathland and seaside walks, with the opportunity for birdwatching at Westwood Marshes (RSPB) all a short walk away from the house. Near by is Aldeburgh, home of the Aldeburgh Festival, RSPB Minsmere, Dunwich and Southwold.

• Ground Floor
• The white boarded porch leads into a large and comfortable living space
• To the left is the comfortable and relaxing sitting area with elegant fitted bookcases, an attractive Victorian fireplace with gas (coal effect fire), sofas and coffee tables and spectacular views over the garden and Thorpeness Meare beyond.
• The dining area which opens onto the large kitchen on one side, has an extending table (seating 10 comfortably), cupboards and lamps. Downlighters with dimmer switches enable you to create the perfect ambience, whatever the occasion, french doors open onto the terrace and garden beyond - a wonderful setting for a long lazy dinner party.
• Fully fitted with gas AGA (on throughout the year), electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and well equipped walk in larder.
• There is a separate study area with desk, chair and built in bookcase, broadband is available by prior arrangement
• The utility room has a butler's sink, washing machine, cupboards and further fridge and door leading to the rear garden
• TV/family room with L sofa, second sofa and armchair, TV and DVD this is a great room in which the children can retreat from the adults or the other way round!
• A downstairs shower room with wash basin, heated towel rail and w.c. is ideal for those returning from sailing or a day on the beach.

• First Floor
• The Master bedroom has a king sized double bed , bedside tables and lamps, with hanging hooks, chest of drawers and chairs and door leading to the ensuite bathroom with bath and overhead shower, wash basin and w.c., heated towel rail
• A lovely double bedroom, with fantastic views over Thorpeness Meare, bedside tables and lamps, chest of drawers and hanging cupboard.
• The family bathroom has a bath and overhead shower, wash hand basin and w.c. and heated towel rail
• Bedroom 3 A delightful twin bedded room with Victorian fireplace, chair and chest of drawers
• Bedroom 4 A twin bedded room, with chair and chest of drawers and views over Thorpeness Meare
• Bedroom 5 A twin bedded room with Victorian fireplace, chair and chest of drawers and views over Thorpeness Meare
• There is additional hanging in cupboard on the landing

• Outside
• To the front of the house is a lawned garden with large terrace where there is a table and chairs, and shrub beds. A picket gate leads from the garden, across the road, to the Meare
• A private road leads to the back of the house where there is a patio area and parking for 2 cars

• Services
• In consideration of other visitors, please do not smoke in the property
• Bed linen and towels are provided, but please bring beach towels
• Central heating, lighting etc are provided
• Both Catering and Activities can be arranged at or from your Big House Holiday property
• Fridge fills and welcome packs can be arranged via Thorpeness Village Stores
• A Good Housekeeping deposit of £250 is required with the full or final payment. This deposit is refundable as long as Booking Conditions are met.
• Immortalise your special occasion with A photo album of your holiday
• For a wonderful selection of catering options for your stay with Big House Holidays. Contact Susie Anderson Caterer on 0790 415 4444 or e-mail susan.andersoncaterer@yahoo.co.uk