The Lily Pad

11 Lakeside Avenue, Thorpeness, IP16 4NJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>10</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
10 reviews
a living room with a couch and a table at The Lily Pad in Thorpeness
a living room with a couch and a table at The Lily Pad in Thorpeness
a kitchen and living room with a table and chairs at The Lily Pad in Thorpeness
a wooden dock with a boat on the water at The Lily Pad in Thorpeness
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The Lily Pad

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  • Entire apartment
  • 3229 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • Garden
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

Just 1.2 miles from Aldeburgh Beach and a 3-minute walk from Thorpeness Golf Club, The Lily Pad features accommodations in Thorpeness, with a garden and a terrace. The property is around 15 miles from Framlingham Castle, 21 miles from Saint Botolph's Burgh, and 27 miles from Bungay Castle. The apartment features both free Wifi and free private parking. Offering direct access to a patio with garden views, the spacious apartment consists of 1 bedroom. Featuring a balcony with lake views, this apartment also comes with a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Ipswich Station is 28 miles from the apartment, while Eye Castle is 28 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Norwich International Airport, 49 miles from The Lily Pad.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.0
Location
10
Free Wifi
10
High score for Thorpeness
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect location, lovely views. Apartment was decorated and equipped to a high standard. Welcome gift of chocolate brownies and wine was a nice touch. Good food at a nearby pub. Would definitely go back.”
  • Sonya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, very comfortable bed and exceptionally clean. Beautiful outlook and close to beach. Off road parking.”

Managed by Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages

Company review score: 8.8Based on 1,390 reviews from 220 properties
220 managed properties

Company info

Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages is a small Holiday Lettings and Property Management Company based in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, offering a select range of privately owned self catering holiday cottages, houses and apartments in Aldeburgh and Thorpeness .

Property info

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 studio style 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.

Neighborhood info

This charming studio style 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.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Lily Pad
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
Room Amenities
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Lily Pad accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about The Lily Pad

  • Yes, The Lily Pad is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Lily Pad has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Lily Pad can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Lily Pad may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Lily Pad is 1,650 feet from the center of Thorpeness. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Lily Pad on this page.

  • Check-in at The Lily Pad is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Lily Pad offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from The Lily Pad. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.