Sedge House, Eastbridge

4.8★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

15 Customer Review(s)

Vicky
September 2024

“A fabulous house.”

We loved staying here, the kitchen was well equipped, big rooms, the balcony was a particular favorite especially for our dog who spent hours out there! Everywhere was beautifully clean, a comfortable temperature and nicely furnished. The location was perfect for us, so quiet, yet walking distance from the local pub and thr beach. We would like to book for this time next year if that is possible..

We loved staying here, the kitchen was well equipped, big rooms, the balcony was a particular favorite especially for our dog who spent hours out there! Everywhere was beautifully clean, a comfortable temperature and nicely furnished. The location was perfect for us, so quiet, yet walking distance from the local pub and thr beach. We would like to book for this time next year if that is possible..

- Vicky, September 2024

Hi - thank you so much for your feedback, we are delighted that you had such a great stay and enjoyed the house and the local amenities. We would love to welcome you again! Property Owner
Victor August 2024

“Overall had a fantastic time.”

Very comfortable and can easily accommodate 4 adults, 4 children and a dog without feeling on top of each other. The house is beautiful and modest with elegant furnishings and a well appointed kitchen, the owner has put thought into the finishings and small things (board games for the kids, local maps, champagne flutes) which made the stay enjoyable. The views were enjoyable, very peaceful and quiet. A short walk to the local pub (the Eels Foot) less than 5 minutes. 30 minutes to Framlingham Castle. 25 minute walk to the beach. Going to be really picky with one downside, we found the water in the shower, either really hot or really cold, even with micro movements of the temperature handle.

- Victor, August 2024

Many thanks for your great feedback, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay in Sedge House and that you had a fantastic time in the fabulous AONB! You are not being picky at all and we apologise that you experienced this issue. We had thought the shower temperature issue had been rectified by our plumber a few months ago and have not received any feedback since it was "fixed". This will be investigated and resolved as promptly as possible. We hope that we can welcome you again! Property Owner
Sue July 2024

“Very well managed property we would recommend to others.”

Nice arrival pack and everything spotless with clerar instructions and local information.

- Sue, July 2024
Sara June 2024

“We have been having short breaks in the Minsmere area for many years and this was the best property we have stayed in.”

It was very clean and comfortable and in a lovely peaceful location as well as near the very friendly Eels Foot pub. We loved all the walks, the wildlife and interesting places to visit nearby. We only live over the border in Norfolk but this is a very special place to come and recharge the batteries! Our only niggle was that in spite of sending several messages well before our visit asking to have the extra bed made up, this was not done.

- Sara, June 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, it is really gratifying to think that you rate this property and location so highly! We feel exactly the same about Eastbridge and surrounding areas and always look forward to our visits. I am sorry to hear that the daybed was not made up. I asked our housekeeper and Best of Suffolk if either received any messages, and they did not. They went so far as to dig out some emails and trasncripts for me, as obviously we do want to make sure we get things right. We also did not receive any messages via the owner portal. I am not sure how the message got lost on the way but hopefully it will not happen again and you can always send a message directly to me via your online account with Best of Suffolk / Sykes so that I can make certain the housekeeper is aware. Thanks and we hope to welcome you again. Property Owner
Elizabeth May 2024

“This is a well-cared for property in a beautiful area of the country and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves for the four days we were there.”

. helped by the glorious weather I might add! The house was everything we had hoped it would be, exactly as described online. Very close to excellent pubs and many walks from the property. The only gripe - a very minor one - was that the garden furniture was a bit grubby. Thank you.

- Elizabeth, May 2024
Matt April 2024

“Beautiful house in a beautiful setting.”

- Matt, April 2024

Thank you very much for your feedback, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Ian March 2024

“Property was great although the dishwasher didn't seem to clean properly and we had to handwash some items after each wash.”

Also the shower in the main bathroom had an erratic temperature, it was difficult to find a good temperature as it seemed to flip from cold to scolding. But overall was a lovely stay, thank you.

- Ian, March 2024

Thank you very much for your positive review and we are very glad you had a lovely stay - Apologies that you experienced a couple of issues. The thermostatic cartridge had only just been replaced in the en-suite shower and we had not previously been told this was an issue in the main bathroom as well, we will resolve this. The dishwasher will also be subjected to a deep clean. We hope to welcome you again! Property Owner
Karen September 2023

“A beautiful property, with everything you need.”

Close to beaches and pubs with nice restaurants. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

- Karen, September 2023

Hi - thanks so much for your kind feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again (as well as your family and friends) in the future! Property Owner
Anthony August 2023

“It was a surprise to arrive at the arrival time of 4.”

00pm and find the cleaners still cleaning. It was really inconvenient as we had a family group of nine with small children. The cleaning was hurried, left dead flowers, dishwasher needed salt etc. There was no welcome letter or pack, not even a pint of milk ! For a weekend stay costing £1500 that is really poor. The house was great, everything you need, comfortable and in a good location. Just disappointed it was not as clean as it should have been.

- Anthony, August 2023

Thank you for leaving feedback and we are pleased at least that you enjoyed the house itself and all of its amenities on the wonderful Suffolk Coast. Towards the end of 2023, we changed our changeover team and have had no issues at all since that time. We have visited more often ourselves to keep an eye on things and have been pleased to note that the new changeover team appear as meticulous as we would like them to be. I am only sorry that this came too late for you. There is a “welcome pack” of sorts that we provide to every guest, which is in the form of a bottle of prosecco and some cookies or chocolates. We used to leave a pint of milk for guests but found that this was only sometimes used (and if not used then it became waste) and so stopped this. A review prior to yours (not published) actually mentioned the excellent welcome guide – and there certainly is one, with a wide array of information relating to appliances, recycling, minicab services, restaurants, shops and including a very personal and detailed description of what we, the owners, enjoy doing when we are there for the weekend. I am mortified that this was not there for you and cannot explain it, as it exists and I myself have used it many times. Property Owner
Catherine July 2023

“We loved this house with its first floor open plan living space and spacious rooms.”

Everything is provided. The location is beautiful, we saw various birds and animals. It’s near RSPB Minsmere which was delightful, even on a rainy day. Easy access to the coast.

- Catherine, July 2023

Thank you for your 5 star review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our wonderful part of the Suffolk AONB and enjoyed the nature all around you. We would be very happy to welcome you again, hopefully with sunshine next time! Property Owner
Jane April 2023

“We love staying at Sedge House, it is beautiful, spacious accommodation in a wonderful, quiet part of the county and the fact that it is a passive house is especially important as a model for all of us going forward.”

Thank you so much

- Jane, April 2023

Many thanks for your kind comments. We love welcoming you to Sedge House each time and it is very gratifying that you appreciate the peace and quiet, the house itself and the eco-credentials just as much as we do! As you say, this is all the more important now than ever. We look forward to your next visit. Property Owner
Katy April 2023

“Beautiful property, surrounded by stunning countryside.”

It was comfortable and cosy with a home from home feel. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Sedge House with its perfect location for visiting RSPB Minsmere and a 5 minute walk of the fab Eel’s Foot Inn!

- Katy, April 2023

Thank you for your excellent feedback, it is much appreciated. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and enjoyed the beautiful surrounding AONB. The Eel’s Foot is certainly a big attraction! We hope to welcome you again! Property Owner
Richard February 2023

“Great cottage - only comments is that the we found the property very cold to begin with.”

Improved over the week.

- Richard, February 2023

We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in our lovely house and rated the experience 94/100 overall. We hope you will return. As a Passivhaus, relying on solar gain from huge south-facing, picture windows and seriously good insulation (as well as heat generated from general domestic life) it can be a bit chilly on arrival in the winter months. We hope you found the two portable radiators and two fan heaters which we bought last year to help guests take that initial chill off, we have found they really help and usually only need to use them for a day. Property Owner
Matthew October 2022

“Sedge House is wonderful and it’s surroundings in Eastbridge are beautiful.”

It gave us one of our best breaks in recent years and we would recommend it to anyone.

- Matthew, October 2022

We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in our wonderful part of the Suffolk AONB and very gratified that you rated Sedge house 100/100. We hope you visit again soon. Property Owner
Andrew September 2022

“We loved our time at Sedge House, it was everything we wanted and needed.”

All the small details were much appreciated such as the wine, biscuits and milk. We were there to celebrate a family birthday spanning 3 generations. All had a great time.

- Andrew, September 2022

We are so pleased that you and your familr enjoyed themselves in our wonderful part of the Suffolk AONB and rated Sedge House 100/100. It is no nice to read such positive comments. We would love to welcome you back for the next multi-generational gathering! Property Owner

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Summary

Sykes Gem Awards 2024 Silver winner for Best for Sustainability
Reverse-level
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x day bed which pulls out as a king-size (ON REQUEST ONLY)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Laundry room
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Underfloor heating in bathrooms
Electric oven, grill and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV and TV with FreeSat, Wii console, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, stairgate and highchair available in the property
Off-road parking for two cars
Wraparound gardens with lawns, wooden decking area, patio furniture and barbecue
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.8 miles, pub 0.3 miles
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers please
Note: Please inform us at the time of booking if you wish to have the day bed made up.

The property

A wonderfully light and airy holiday home with gorgeous views of fields through a wall of windows in the sociable and stylish open plan living space on the first floor, with the added bonus of a south-facing balcony, cloakroom and a sitting/TV room with 50" Freesat TV.

All three bedrooms on the ground floor are a generous size and individually decorated and furnished with a quirky retro-chic design; one with an en-suite shower room and an additional family bathroom and separate cloakroom, with an additional bedroom/snug on the first floor which is located away from the main dining/living area and opposite the upstairs cloakroom.

Sedge House is built to Passivhaus Institute Low Energy Principals and sits in a tranquil spot off a quiet country lane, yet within walking distance of an award-winning pub and short drive or 30 minute brisk walk to the picturesque coast. This unusual upside-down house has a large hallway with bedrooms and bath/shower rooms to one side and the cloakroom and utility room to the other.

A lovely south-facing deck is accessed from the hall and through double doors from the master bedroom, where you can relax with your morning coffee.

The first floor consists of an impressive open plan kitchen/dining/living area with glazed end wall which draws copious amounts of light and frames the view to the fields. Eastbridge sits on the edge of the RSPB Nature Reserve at Minsmere with Dunwich Forest and the sea a 15-minute drive away and the house is on a quiet lane as you drive into the hamlet.

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39;s off road parking in front of the wicker fence for two cars with a large lawn wrapping around the house with two balconies on the first floor giving exceptional views of the surrounding fields. Ground Floor You’re welcomed into a porch with space to leave your coats and footwear before going into a large hall with stairs rising to the living area, and doors to all three good-sized bedrooms and the family bathroom.

The majority of the flooring is hard, with carpet in the bedrooms and under-floor heating in the bathrooms. Bedroom 1 Decorated in restful tones of green and furnished with a chic retro style.

The king size bed takes pride of place with bedside tables, a beautiful wicker reclining-chair, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Family Bathroom Lovely large bathroom with light streaming in over the bath; there’s also a shower with shower rose, WC, washbasin, and underfloor heating. Bedroom 2 This colourful twin bedroom has a stylish tongue and groove wall and window to the garden at the side.

There are wooden twin beds with a cabinet between them and additional storage in a large chest of drawers and freestanding hanging rail. Bedroom 3 Super sunny room with double doors opening onto the deck so you can sit in the sun with your morning coffee!

The king-size bed sits between bedside tables and there’s ample storage in a walk-in wardrobe with hanging and drawers. En-Suite Shower Room Modern shower with double walk-in shower with large fixed shower head, washbasin, WC, quirky towel ladder, a window giving natural light, and underfloor heating. Cloakroom With WC and washbasin; effectively giving each bedroom their own facilities. Laundry Room Great for coming home after the beach so you can offload into the washer/dryer! First Floor An impressive open plan kitchen/dining/living area with separate bedroom/TV room and WC occupies the whole of the first floor.

Double doors lead out to a shaded south-facing balcony and a smaller balcony is accessed from the kitchen area. Living Space A great space for spending time with friends and family, with the kitchen sitting at one end, dining area in the middle, and generous seating next to the glass windows with uninterrupted views over the fields. Built-in units run around two sides of the kitchen with a central island, ideal for congregating around enjoying a G&T whilst chatting to the chef!

Integrated appliances include a Smeg double oven with five ring induction hob with extractor and a dishwasher; plus a big freestanding Smeg fridge with three drawer freezer. The dining area has a handsome wooden table with 8 seats, and the adjacent sitting area has two luxurious three-seater sofas, two upholstered footstools, and coffee table, as well as a 40&

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39; Smart TV for your entertainment (please note this TV is not connected to live TV). Bedroom 4/TV Room A great addition, (a room that also doubles up as a fourth bedroom) allowing the kids to sneak off to watch TV in peace, or enjoy games on the Wii console.

There is a large wooden pull out bed which converts into a king size bed (please do let us know if you would like this made up as a bed), this can also be utilised as comfortable seating whilst enjoying the 50&

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There will also be two large bean bags for children to enjoy. A door opens from the kitchen to an inner hall, giving access to this room and the cloakroom. Cloakroom Conveniently located on the first floor with WC and washbasin. Outside This semi-detached passive house has stunning views of the fields at the back, with a shared drive at the front giving ample parking for two cars and path leading through the sedge grass to the front door.

The lawn and gravel path wraps around the side to a south-facing back garden and wooden deck, furnished with a large outdoor dining table with 8 chairs, plus a charcoal BBQ.

A wicker fence encloses the majority of the property with a hedge and wire fence separating it from the field.

There can be few better places to relax in Suffolk than on the balcony running along the back of the building, overlooking the fields!

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

WESTLETON

Saxmundham 6 miles; Southwold 9 miles; Aldeburgh 15 miles.

Westleton is an idyllic village near the Suffolk coast, nestled between Southwold and Aldeburg and offers all the attributes you could hope for in a Suffolk village, with a village green complete with pond and ducks. The village is easily accessible from the local train station at Darsham approximately two miles away. The village has a store, a bookshop where you can also enjoy a tea or coffee whilst browsing, an old fashioned garage, as well as two pubs, The White Horse Inn and The Westleton Crown, one of Suffolk’s best traditional inns where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, William and Kate held their first wedding anniversary. Every August, Westleton hosts the infamous Barrel Rolling Fair where contestants have to roll barrels down the Village Green using a pole, and the men have to roll the barrel back up the hill too. Barrels are supplied and all are welcome to join in! The local Emmerdale Farm Shop and Butchery as well as a tea shop is approximately a mile away. The area is a haven for nature lovers with Westleton Heath National Nature Reserve, Dunwich Forest, Dunwich Beach with its famous fish and chip shop located on the beach, and the RSPB Minsmere, all close by. The town of Saxmundham, 6 miles away, is located on the River Fromus, in the heart of Suffolk’s Heritage Coast and is well serviced with independent shops, supermarkets and a train station, as well as art galleries, a weekly market and a farmers’ market.

Note: If you wish to bring a dog please inform us at time of booking.
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers please
Note: Please get in touch with at least 3 days notice if you require the day bed made up.

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Reviews & Ratings

“A fabulous house.”

“Overall had a fantastic time.”

“Very well managed property we would recommend to others.”

“We have been having short breaks in the Minsmere area for many years and this was the best property we have stayed in.”

“This is a well-cared for property in a beautiful area of the country and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves for the four days we were there.”

“Beautiful house in a beautiful setting.”

“Property was great although the dishwasher didn't seem to clean properly and we had to handwash some items after each wash.”

“A beautiful property, with everything you need.”

“It was a surprise to arrive at the arrival time of 4.”

“We loved this house with its first floor open plan living space and spacious rooms.”

“We love staying at Sedge House, it is beautiful, spacious accommodation in a wonderful, quiet part of the county and the fact that it is a passive house is especially important as a model for all of us going forward.”

“Beautiful property, surrounded by stunning countryside.”

“Great cottage - only comments is that the we found the property very cold to begin with.”