The Lily Pad, Thorpeness
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Lake View
- Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
- Does not allow Pets
- Close to Pub
- Open Fire/Woodburner
- Garden
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Bathroom
- Close to Beach
Special Offers
Key Features
- Fabulous location overlooking Thorpeness Meare
- Village location and close to all amenities
- Two minutes’ walk to Thorpeness beach
- 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
- Smart TV, DAB radio and Wi-Fi
- Ideal romantic cottage for couples
Description
Situated in one of the most stunning locations on the Meare ‘The Lily Pad’ is in a prime location backing onto the Thorpeness Meare and just a few minutes’ walk from the beach. You’ll receive a warm welcome from the owner with a freshly baked cake. This charming one bed apartment is also a short walk to a vibrant pub, a one of a kind golf course and the boat house. An ideal retreat for couples looking to relax and enjoy the beauty of the enchanting Suffolk coast.
Single storey accommodation
Kitchen: Dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, oven, hob, fridge/freezer, coffee machine
Sitting/Dining Area: Open plan kitchen/living/dining area. Smart TV, DAB radio and Wi-Fi. Wood burner and underfloor heating throughout. French doors lead from the living area to the garden with a private jetty
Master Bedroom: Double bedroom with en-suite shower room, WC, washbasin, heated towel rail
External features
- Guests have the use of a private patio area
- Use of a boat and the private jetty are by prior arrangement with the owners. An evening row when everyone else has gone home and you have a private sixty acre lake to yourself to explore is a unique experience
Facilities
- Under floor heating and electricity are included in the rental
- Free Wi-Fi
- Off road parking
Additional information
- Due to Health and Safety legislation this property is not permitted to allow children due to its proximity to open water
- Pets are not permitted
- No smoking
Distance to Beach – 2 minutes’ walk away
Nearest Supermarket – 2 miles
Nearest Pub/Restaurant – 5 minutes’ walk away
Nearest Train Station – 5 miles
Nearest Airports – The Lily Pad is 1hr 30 mins from Stanstead Airport
1hr 20 mins from Norwich Airport
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1
En Suite
1 Double BedImages
Customer Reviews
What a beautiful place. Thank you for the lovely wine. PS Your dog is the cutest!
Grace & Josh – January 2025
Another wonderful stay! Absolutely perfect!
Jonathan & Elaine – December 2024
The Lily Pad is a haven of peace. A very relaxing place with a magnificent view. I loved my stay thank you for the warm welcome.
Salima – November 2024
The Lily Pad was perfect. The view! Very relaxing and very clean. Thank you for the lovely cake and wine.
Helen & Chris – November 2024
We came for a wedding. Just wish we could have stayed longer!
Janice & Ed – October 2024
It is lovely to be back. Everything perfect as before. Thank you for the cake and wine. It has been a much needed relax. We are looking forward to our return next year in June.
Kathy & Bill – October 2024
Very clean and comfortable with everything that we needed. The best furnished Airbnb that we have stayed in.
Ted – Oct 2024
From the moment we walked in we knew we were going to have a relaxing week. Thank you for the cake and the wine. The attention to detail is second to none.
Ian & Laura – September 2024
A lovely relaxing few days in a beautiful setting. A very comfortable property with everything we needed especially cake and wine. Thank you.
Robin & Alison – September 2024
A lovely relaxing few days in a beautiful setting. A very comfortable property with everything we needed especially cake and wine. Thank you.
Robin & Alison – September 2024
From the moment we walked in we knew we were going to have a relaxing week. Thank you for the cake and the wine. The attention to detail is second to none.
Ian & Laura – September 2024
Lovely to return to this fabulous pad. So relaxing and so peaceful. Inca is such a friendly and cheeky dog! Thank you for the welcome treats. We will be back
Tim & Janina – September 2024
Never been to Suffolk but we will return. Very relaxing. Woodpecker on the lawn each morning! Beautiful.
Sara & Brian – September 2024
Superb location. Delightful weekend. Charming accommodation. Perfect. Thank you for the cake and wine.
Angie & Rob – September 2024
Wonderful stay as always. Everything you could possibly need. Thank you for the cake and wine!
Christopher and Jose – September 2024
Wonderful holiday. 11/10 for everything at The Lily Pad. Great weather for swimming in the sea.
Rosie – Augusut 2024
What a magnificent location. The owners were so friendly. It brought back memories of when we all stayed in the House in the Clouds for my 60th 28 years ago.
Keith & Rosie – August 2024
Our second stay in the Lily Pad. So beautiful. Thank you to our lovely hosts who provided treats, boat and cushions. Will return.
Kate & Dave – August 2024
We have loved our stay at the Lily Pad. A beautiful property with luxury touches in a great location. Thank you to our lovely hosts who provided treats on arrival and allowed us to use their boat on the lake. We have really enjoyed exploring Suffolk too.
Moira & Stewart – August 2024
The Lily Pad was a beautiful property with luxury touches including The White Company bedding, towels, bathroom products and diffusers. The views from the lounge and patio over the garden and Mere created a peaceful, relaxing setting. We loved it! A great location to explore Suffolk walks and coastline. Perfect hosts who provided welcoming gifts of wine and homemade lemon cake which were much appreciated. Thank you!
Moira – Aug 2024
We’ve had a great time at the Lily Pad. The whole ambience is mindful, the breeze in the reeds and the Meare is mesmerising and all enjoyed from the lovely surroundings in the apartment. We enjoyed the treats on arrival (thank you) meeting Inca and getting to relax properly for a change!
Anne & Nigel – July 2024
A perfect place – very relaxing! Thank you for the cake and wine.
Steve & John – July 2024
A beautiful property in a fantastic location. You could not ask for more. We shall definitely return. Cake and wine much appreciated – thank you.
Sally & John – July 2024
We had a great stay in the apartment at Thorpeness. The view from the patio of the lake and the flowers was mesmerising, the accommodation very well presented and a nice place to relax. The village has a unique history and there’s plenty to do along the Suffolk coast.
Nigel – Jul 2024
Perfect location The lily pad exceeded expectations Everything there for a relaxing weekend. Beautiful outlook to the lake
Andrew – Jan 2024
We spent Christmas at the Lily Pad and it was great. An extremely comfortable apartment in a stunning location. The welcome ‘gift’ was extremely welcome and generous of the hosts. I would thoroughly recommend – and look forward trying it again in different seasons.
M J Whitworth – Jan 2024
What a lovely and comfortable place to spend a relaxing Christmas break. The welcome gifts were much appreciated – thank you. A great base for exploring the Suffolk coast
Martin & Liz – December 2023
This is such a perfect space and a special place to unwind and bring you back to nature. Thank you for the wonderful treats found upon our arrival. Our only regret was that we should have booked longer but we will return.
Jane & David – December 2023
We have had a lovely short break. Thank you for the yummy cake and wine. A great start to my birthday week!
Anne & Terry – November 2023
Many thanks for a peaceful, picturesque sanctuary. A much needed break. Beautifully clean accommodation. Very thoughtful gesture to include the wine and a lemon drizzle cake . We would love to return. Massive thank you.
Sue & Ken – November 2023
Did not expect to have the garden doors wide open during our stay but we did! Lovely apartment which has all you need. Thank you for an enjoyable stay
Michelle & David – October 2023
Wonderfully relaxing – gazing out to the water with the swans and geese at their best. Thank you for a fabulous bolt hole full of character and pleasure. Wine and cake delicious too!
Ali – October 2023
We have visited the area many times but this is our favourite place so far. The weather was great – so good that we didn’t get to use the log burner. The wine and cake were fabulous and the views from The Lily Pad are so relaxing. We will return again.
Nikki & Paul – October 2023
Such a beautiful place and will always have a special place in our hearts. Thank you so much again.
Luke & Chrissie – October 2023
Perfect! We have had a most wonderful stay. Weather has been great. What a view to wake up to and in the evening watching the sun go down and geese going to roost. Minsmere is a must for bird watching. Thank you for the wine and cake. It is a lovely touch and very much appreciated. A row on the lake is a MUST.
Helen & Ian – September / October 2023
Thank you for the cake and wine. A lovely touch. A wonderful stay – beautiful accommodation – we will be back.
Jose & Christopher – September 2023
Many thanks for fab cake and wine. A great pad and views to die for. Thank you – and nice to have met Inca too. What a beautiful dog!
Ian & Gail – September 2023
Accommodation, setting and hospitality excellent . The cake and wine were greatly appreciated – thank you. The only niggle? Not enough time to do everything!
Ted & Sue – September 2023
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Prices Per Week
Prices shown above are for a seven night stay. For a part week stay (up to four nights) the charge is 75% of the weekly rate.