Pretty Grade II Listed Studio Apartment with Courtyard Garden
Countryside Location, Close to the Heritage Coast
Sleeps 2 (Studio)
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The Gig House is a flint and brick studio apartment in a Grade II listed building dated from around 1859. It was originally the stables and hayloft for the adjacent Hollydene. In more recent years it was used for drying flowers. The Gig House is bijou and cosy. It has a sheltered courtyard garden for alfresco meals. It is well appointed and surrounded by beautiful countryside and it is just a few minutes drive from the coast. This is an ideal country retreat for a couple looking for a relaxing place to unwind.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2011 - 31 December 2011 | £43 | £250 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week/per day in UK pounds.
Discounts available for long term lets. Prices upon application.
Changeover day
We try to be as flexible as possible and offer short and longer breaks. Please arrive after 2pm and we request that you leave by 10.30am on the day of your departure.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Well designed studio bedroom on first floor with comfortable double bed futon. |
| Bathrooms: | Electric shower, wash hand basin and toilet with heated towel rail. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen is accessed via a stable door on the ground floor. Well equipped with new appliances including halogen hob, microwave/combi oven, slow cooker, washing machine and fridge, water softener. |
| Living Rooms: | The living area is on the first floor, it is a timbered room with 2 IKEA armchairs, foldable bistro table and chairs, 2 small tables, wardrobe, chest of drawers and colour TV/DVD player. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Welcome hamper provided on arrival. All linen and towels provided. Breakfast basket can be delivered daily with fresh bread, croissants, our own free range eggs, fruit etc by prior arrangement. Property cleaned weekly, additional cleaning by arrangement. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove fridge microwave washing machine tv central heating barbecue |
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Notes on accommodation
This property is ideally suited for a couple. We are very sorry but the Gig House is not suitable for pets.
Accessibility
The Gig House is a listed converted stable and hayloft and is on two floors. Therefore, with regret, it is not suitable for individuals with mobility problems such as wheelchair users.
Outside
Paved courtyard garden, furnished with garden table and chairs (barbeque also available) for exclusive use of occupants.
Coast/Beach
The Gig House is situated within the Suffolk Heritage coastal area and nearby Dunwich and Southwold are accessible by cycle or car. There are long stretches of beautiful sandy and shingle beaches for swimmers and walkers alike. Minsmere RSPB sanctuary is also close by.
Golf
Halesworth Golf course (190 acres) has both an 18 and 9 hole course and is just a few minutes drive away. They also have a bar and restaurant.
High Lodge is just 3 miles away and offers a range of outdoor activities within over a 100 acres of woodland such as golf, clay shooting and fishing.
Travel
The nearest railway station is at Halesworth (8 minutes by car), this line is directly linked with the London connection from Liverpool Street Station. There are regular bus links to the village.
Nearest airport is Norwich which is 30 miles away.
We recommend either car or bicycle hire and are happy to help these arrangements.
Distances
Wenhaston is just a few minutes from the historic market town of Halesworth. Southwold is 10 minutes away by car and Dunwich a few minutes further. The world renowned Latitude music festival is held just down the road on the Henham Estate in July. The famous Concert Hall at Snape Maltings is 25 minutes away down the A12. The RSPB at Minsmere is half an hours drive away. The larger towns of Ipswich and Norwich are approximately 30 miles away and Lowestoft is just 15 miles away.
Further details
In the immediate area is the popular Star Inn at Wenhaston which provides lunches and evening meals (5 minutes walk). You may choose to visit the church on your way past to see the famous "Doom". There is also the well known Queen's Head at Blyford which is just 10 minutes walk away across the bridge.
The nearest shops are the Post Office at Blythburgh and also MeadowFields at Holton (both of which are a short drive away). Banks, supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, library and good theatre are all found in Halesworth. There are two local horse riding stables and many beautiful footpaths and cycleways to explore.
The pretty seaside town of Southwold is definately worth a visit (including its famous Adnams brewery), there is also a hand rowed ferry across to Walberswick. Lowestoft offers a wide variety of leisure activities including the cinema, theatre, sea side activities and historic trail, it is accessible by train from Halesworth. Historic Framingham has a well preserved castle and pretty market town and is 30 minutes away by car.
There are also many beautiful villages and market towns nearby, each with their own unique history and culture (and great tea shops) for example, Peasenhall which is just 8 miles away, and the coastal town of Leiston, 11 miles away.
Booking notes
We will send written booking forms for you to complete and return to us before your visit. We request a non returnable deposit at the time of booking and final payment before you arrive. The prices include your accommodation, welcome pack and all heating and electricity.
Guest comments
A restful and wonderful week, thank you!
This is a beautiful place, we will definitely return.
Thank you for all your help, nothing was too much trouble, we have had a marvellous time.
Owner profile
About the owner
Our family live in the main house at Hollydene. It has been our home for 12 years and we enjoy being part of this strong community. This is a beautiful area and we regularly take walks into the surrounding countryside and also cycle to the nearby seaside. It is a great place to live. Our home is a Grade II listed building and the Gig House is within the grounds of Hollydene.
Year purchased: 1998
Why the owner chose an apartment in this location
We fell in love with the house, garden and outbuildings when we first saw it for sale. It had been empty for some time and needed some tender loving care. The village is very popular and there is a strong emphasis on community. The surrounding countryside is beautiful with heathlands, woodland, marshes, open fields and meadows. The coast is nearby with superb beaches and also coastal resorts. It is a perfect location for getting away from it all and, at the same time, it is also near enough to local shops etc not to feel to isolated.
Unique benefits of the property
The Gig House at Hollydene is in the centre of the village, convenient for access to the nearby coast (Southwold and Dunwich are just up the road), market towns and also the countryside which is right on the doorstep. Nature lovers will really appreciate the location, there are five heath commons which are home to some rare species of flora and fauna, (the RSPB centre at Minsmere is also nearby), the area is also rich in history and culture (for example the Concert Hall at Snape Maltings is a short drive away). There are pretty two public houses, both within short walking distance away and a reliable bus service into the local market towns. It is a lovely place to stay in order to relax and recharge.
For booking and further information
Property Ref E1799
Mrs S Smeaton-Small
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1502 478 743
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