7 Old Grammar School, Leiston
ID: S535871
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Guests have had a delightful stay at this well-presented cottage, appreciating its high-quality fixtures, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and dog treats. The property serves as a perfect base to explore Suffolk's attractions, though some guests noted limited seating and garden aesthetics as areas for improvement.
The property consistently receives high praise for its cleanliness, with multiple reviews noting it as spotless and well-maintained.
The location is appreciated for its central placement for visiting nearby attractions, though some guests found the immediate surroundings less picturesque and the views to the rear disappointing.
The property is generally regarded as comfortable, especially the beds, but several reviews mention a lack of comfortable seating for larger groups.
Facilities are well-regarded with quality bedlinen and towels, and a well-equipped kitchen, though some guests mentioned a shortage of larger saucepans and glass dishes.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches like welcome packs and dog treats, although it's noted that such gifts are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Formerly an Edwardian Grammar School, 7 Old Grammar School, resting in Leiston, has been carefully renovated to create a unique holiday home for those looking to explore the coast and countryside of Suffolk. With quirky accessories and contemporary décor, be welcomed into a fantastic open-plan living area with a woodburning stove to relax you as you enjoy a coffee in the stylish sitting area and plan the day ahead of you. The kitchen is simply stunning, bursting with home-from-home amenities and with contemporary black décor and wooden worksurfaces, it is a space that no budding chef will be able to resist, so why not cook up a storm and enjoy it at the tasteful dining table, where two lamps hang from the ceilings and artwork adds a sense of opulence? There are three bedrooms awaiting your relaxation, beginning with a ground-floor super-king-size with a zip-link that can be set up as a twin on request, as well as two doubles, one with an en-suite and each with their own character, and a family bathroom. Outside you will find a table and chairs where alfresco dining can be enjoyed. Leiston offers a range of eateries, as well as shops and pubs, so you can stock up on essentials and enjoy a family meal in the sunshine. If you love history, then there is plenty on offer for you, including the David Silver Honda Collection for lovers of all things motorcycles, The Long Shop Museum and last but certainly not least, the impressive remains of Leiston Abbey, where you can enjoy a picnic in the grounds. If it is the seaside you love, then you will be delighted to find that the bustling town of Aldeburgh is only a short distance away, with many shops, eateries and of course, an extensive pebble beach. Make a holiday to remember with a stay at 7 Old Grammar School.
Leiston is located in the heart of the Suffolk Heritage Coast and offers excellent links to the popular seaside towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh. The town thrived by manufacturing steam tractors, and cast and machined metal products, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The town is now home to many of the workers of the nearby power plant, Sizewell, and is served well by an active leisure centre and the oldest purpose-built cinema in Suffolk, which today offers the latest digital 3D projection systems! The 14th century remains of Leiston Abbey lie northwest of the town and its high street has a good range of shops, banks, pubs, restaurants and takeaways, plus a Post Office and a library. RSPB Minsmere is a short drive away towards the coastline of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, which offers lovely walking opportunities through this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size zip-link (can be set up as a twin on request), 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x ground-floor double.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, combi microwave/oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
TV, DVD player, radio, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Sorry no unaccompanied teenagers.
Note: If you wish the super-king-size to be made up as a twin please let us know.
Reviews (22)
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Julie
We were left a welcome pack and fresh milk in the fridge. Lovely touch.
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Andrew
Easy access for exploring suffolk. Loved them biscuits that were left we had to track some down to take home had a wonderful time thank you
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Carol
Clean, well stocked and comfy. Beautifully decorated and maintained to a high standard. We travelled as two families, so the layout with the separate bedroom and en-suite upstairs was perfect. Weather was lovely when we arrived, so decided to sit outside in the enclosed garden; the only down side of this was that there wasnât any cushions for the chairs, which made them really uncomfortable - maybe something to think about for next year. Would definitely recommend!