4 bed detached house for sale

Victoria Road, Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15

Enjoying exceptional coastal views and a wealth of original character.

Description
6 Thellusson Lodge is a handsome Grade II Listed property that originally formed part of the grand mansion built for the Marquis of Salisbury in the late 18th century. Number six enjoys breath-taking views of Aldeburgh towards the beach and sea beyond. Rich in character and period charm, the property retains many original features including large sash windows, high ceilings and elegant proportions throughout. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and comprises an impressive entrance hall, a spacious sitting room featuring a fireplace and bay window with stunning sea views, and a spacious double-aspect kitchen/dining room. There is also a well proportioned study and a cloakroom off the entrance hall. On the first floor is a landing and three double bedrooms two with stunning sea views; the principal bedroom has a large storage room offering potential for an en-suite bathroom. Beyond lies the family bathroom.

Outside
The property is approached via a private, gated driveway providing off-road parking and access to a spacious garage with adjoining store room and storage space above. A glazed door from the kitchen/dining room opens onto a delightful, west facing private garden with pond, mature hedges and planting. To the east the gardens have wonderful elevated sea views & a private path and steps that access the high street, shared only with the neighbours.

Location
6 Thellusson Lodge enjoys an enviable position in the heart of Aldeburgh, one of Suffolk's most sought-after coastal towns. Renowned for its charming High Street, independent boutiques, galleries, cafés and restaurants, Aldeburgh combines a thriving community with the relaxed atmosphere of a traditional seaside town.

The town's famous shingle beach is nearby and is lined with colourful fishing boats and fishermen's huts selling freshly caught fish. Aldeburgh is particularly celebrated for its excellent food and drink offerings, including its nationally acclaimed fish and chip shops.

Aldeburgh has a rich cultural heritage and is closely associated with the composer Benjamin Britten, founder of the internationally renowned Aldeburgh Festival. The town also benefits from a year-round programme of arts, literary and community events, together with the nearby cultural destination of Snape Maltings.

For those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, the area offers wonderful coastal and countryside walks, sailing on the River Alde, nature reserves including rspb North Warren and rspb Minsmere, and the highly regarded Aldeburgh Golf Club, one of England's oldest and most prestigious coastal golf courses.

The nearby towns of Leiston, Saxmundham and Woodbridge provide additional shopping and everyday amenities, while rail services from Saxmundham offer connections to London Liverpool Street via Ipswich.

Aldeburgh's unique blend of coastal beauty, cultural significance and excellent amenities continues to make it one of the most desirable locations on the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

Square Footage: 1,921 sq ft





Additional Info
Mains gas, electricity and drainage.