2 The Bays in Thorpeness | Stunning Suffolk Group Cottage

About 2 The Bays

2 The Bays is a spacious five-bedroom property in Thorpeness, Suffolk. Perfect for groups of up to 10 people, this well-presented house overlooks Thorpeness Meare and sits just five minutes from the beach. The property features three bathrooms including an en-suite, making it ideal for larger groups.

Thorpeness is a coastal village known for its historic windmill and peaceful setting. The Meare offers boat hire and waterside dining. Aldeburgh is just 2.6 miles away along the coastal path.

The ground floor has an open-plan living space with a Gas Aga, electric oven and dining area. There's also a snug and ground-floor shower room. Upstairs you'll find a king-size bedroom with en-suite bath, one double room and three twin rooms. There is also a family bathroom. The property includes a utility room, washing machine and dishwasher.

Framlingham Castle sits 12 miles away (20 minutes). Africa Alive Zoological Reserve is 18 miles away (30 minutes). Easton Farm Park is 14 miles away (25 minutes). Southwold is 16.6 miles away (30 minutes).

2 The Bays works brilliantly for family gatherings or friends' getaways. The three bathrooms and five bedrooms mean everyone has space. Views over the Meare and easy beach access make this a proper Suffolk coastal escape.

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Need To Know

✓Central heating
✓Gas aga, electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine
✓Tv with sky, dvd player, bose sound system, wifi
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓A travel cot available on request at time of booking
✓There is parking for guests at the front of the house on lakeside avenue and also room for one small car at the back
✓Gardens, patio area, patio furniture
✓One well-behaved dog welcome downstairs
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Note: this property only accepts an arrival on a monday or a friday
✓Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles
✓Note: if you wish a travel cot and highchair to be available please request at time of booking
✓Note: sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at 2 The Bays

Spacious Layout for Groups

Five bedrooms and three bathrooms provide ample space for ten guests. The open-plan living area and separate snug give everyone room to spread out comfortably.

Meare Views

Stunning views over Thorpeness Meare from the property. Watch boats drift by and enjoy the peaceful waterside setting from your windows and garden.

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Gas Aga plus electric oven means cooking for ten is straightforward. Dishwasher, washing machine and coffee machine all included. Guests praise the kitchen equipment.

Beach Access

The beach is a short drive away, making this perfect for coastal breaks. The coastal path to Aldeburgh offers beautiful walks along the shoreline.

Three Bathrooms

En-suite in the king-size room plus family bathroom and ground-floor shower room. No morning queues even with ten guests staying together.

Pet-Friendly Garden

One well-behaved dog welcome downstairs. Lawned gardens give your pet space to explore. Patio area with furniture for outdoor dining with your group.

Getting To 2 The Bays

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach 2 The Bays by car, follow the A12 towards Saxmundham, then take the B1122 to Leiston and continue to Thorpeness. The property overlooks the Meare with one off-road parking space available behind the house.

By Train

Saxmundham railway station is the nearest stop, located 5.5 miles away. From there, take a taxi or local bus service to Thorpeness. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes by car.

Off-road parking for one car

Saxmundham station (5.5 miles)

Accessible via A12 and B1122

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Thorpeness Windmill

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

IP16 4NJ

Long Shop Museum

Distance: 3.1 miles (7 min drive)

IP16 4ES

Snape Maltings

Distance: 7 miles (13 min drive)

IP17 1FB

Suffolk Coast Path

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

RSPB Snape Nature Reserve

Distance: 5.8 miles (11 min drive)

IP17 1SB

Dunwich Forest

Distance: 11.4 miles (21 min drive)

IP17 3ED

Thorpeness Emporium

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

IP16 4NW

Aldeburgh Fresh Fish Company

Distance: 1.8 miles (3 min drive)

IP15 5BD

East of England CO-OP

Distance: 2.2 miles (5 min drive)

IP15 5JD

Saxmundham Station

Distance: 7.5 miles (13 min drive)

IP17 1FX

Darsham Station

Distance: 9.3 miles (18 min drive)

IP17 3PN

Norwich Airport

Distance: 44.5 miles (1 hr 19 min drive)

NR6 6ER

Thorpeness Windmill

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

IP16 4NJ

Long Shop Museum

Distance: 3.1 miles (7 min drive)

IP16 4ES

Snape Maltings

Distance: 7 miles (13 min drive)

IP17 1FB

Suffolk Coast Path

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

RSPB Snape Nature Reserve

Distance: 5.8 miles (11 min drive)

IP17 1SB

Dunwich Forest

Distance: 11.4 miles (21 min drive)

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Thorpeness Emporium

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

IP16 4NW

Aldeburgh Fresh Fish Company

Distance: 1.8 miles (3 min drive)

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East of England CO-OP

Distance: 2.2 miles (5 min drive)

IP15 5JD

Saxmundham Station

Distance: 7.5 miles (13 min drive)

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Darsham Station

Distance: 9.3 miles (18 min drive)

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Norwich Airport

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Is 2 The Bays Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children love the short trip to the beach and boat hire on Thorpeness Meare. The lawned gardens provide safe outdoor play space. A cot and highchair are available on request. The property has three bathrooms which helps with family routines. Easton Farm Park is 14 miles away with animals and activities. The coastal path to Aldeburgh offers easy family walks.

Groups Will Love...

The open-plan living space is the star feature for groups at 2 The Bays. The Gas Aga and electric oven make cooking for ten straightforward. The dining area seats everyone together comfortably. A separate snug gives quieter space when needed. Three bathrooms mean no morning queues. The patio with furniture extends your social space outdoors overlooking the Meare.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved dog is welcome to stay downstairs at 2 The Bays. The lawned gardens give your pet space to explore and play safely. Thorpeness beach is five minutes away where dogs can enjoy coastal walks. The coastal path to Aldeburgh offers longer walks. Outdoor space makes this a comfortable stay for your pet.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at 2 The Bays

The Dolphin Inn

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP16 4NA

The Kitchen at Thorpeness

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP16 4NF

Aldeburgh Fish and Chips

Located 2.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IP15 5AB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about 2 The Bays

How many people does 2 The Bays sleep?

The property sleeps up to 10 guests across five bedrooms. There's a king-size room with en-suite, one double room and three twin rooms.

Is 2 The Bays pet-friendly?

Yes, one well-behaved dog is welcome to stay downstairs. The property has lawned gardens where your pet can explore and enjoy outdoor space.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen features a Gas Aga for heating and cooking, plus an electric oven with grill and hob. There's also a microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine and full range of cooking equipment for group catering.

How many bathrooms does the property have?

There are three bathrooms in total. The king-size bedroom has an en-suite with bath and shower, plus there's a family bathroom upstairs and a ground-floor shower room.

What parking is available at 2 The Bays?

There is parking at the front of the house on Lakeside Avenue and room for one small car at the back. A nearby lay-by is also available.

How far is the beach from the property?

The beach is a short drive from 2 The Bays. The coastal path to Aldeburgh starts nearby and offers beautiful walks along the shoreline taking around 40 minutes.

What facilities are provided for children?

A cot and highchair are available on request. The lawned gardens provide safe outdoor space for children to play and the Meare is perfect for boat trips and exploration.

Are bed linen and towels included?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in your rental. The property is supplied with everything you need for your stay.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

2 The Bays Reviews

The only fault we would mention is there was no blind in the window next to the bath shower of the ensuite of the master bedroom The window has clear glass, so even during daylight hours you felt exposed and showering and bathing at night was impossible without hanging the bathmat over the window by catching it over the window catch, fine as it was warm, tricky I would imagine in cold weather when the window would be closed. We would be more than happy to rebook again, great house !

We were delighted with the house, its position overlooking the Meare, its character, spaciousness, high quality finish of the whole thing down to the bedding and towels. Everything was lovely. A very wellappointed kitchen, we had everything we needed. Ideal for our family party of ten, aged 3 to 75.

Daliah

The location of the property is second to none. The outdoor table and chairs is a fantastic sun trap even in the month of May. We were very comfortable at the property. The only point all of our Party felt was lacking is that we were provided with one bath towel and there were not individual hand towels which felt a little unhygienic. If thats the only negative points, I think you can see that this is a fantastic property.

Gillian

The property was well presented.

We had a fantastic two night stay in Thorpeness. We come to Snape Maltings for the food festival every year and have stayed at versions accommodation. The position of this house is perfect for exploring and walking distance to the Meare and the beach.If I had to give any negative feedback it would not be for the house but the one spot parking is very small and would not fit any of our SUVs easier. That was fine we found parking elsewhere so no real problem.

A lovely property, well presented and comfortably housed 10. Near to all amenities. Parking a slight problem at the weekend when village was exceptionally busy . Only found the keys to the French doors on the morning we left. There was no mention of these in the info folder. The welcome pack was a delight & very generous. We wouldnt hesitate to book again .

Wonderful is the only word to describe this property. We spent a long weekend break here and absolutely everything was perfect and exactly as described. Thoroughly recommend this house.

Pamela

I would definitely recommend this property. It was the perfect house for a family get together. It was very homely, warm and comfortable for a family group ranging from 6 years to 70 years plus 1 dog. It had enough of everything we needed especially in the kitchen. The aga is new to me but was excellent to cook with and I managed a full Sunday roast for 10 but I did do some research on how to use it beforehand which helped however there was an aga cook book available at the house. Having 3 bathrooms was a big bonus especially as our group included 3 teenage girls and we always had plenty of hot water. Location was brilliant overlooking the Meare and close to the beach. One very tight parking space is provided but parking for our other vehicles was a slight issue, mostly during the day as Thorpeness is a popular tourist destination but come the evening the layby close by was perfect. There was a bus service that goes through Thorpeness and plenty of places to eat. Walking into Aldeburgh along the sea front was good and took about 40 mins one way. Thank you for letting us use your house for the perfect break.

We booked for Christmas the house looked lovely abd was just as we hoped it ... We booked for Christmas the house looked lovely abd was just as we hoped it would be It was decorated for Christmas The views of the estuary are stunning as is the surrounding area we had everything we needed in the house It was really warm due to the aga and we found cooking was easy there is an extra oven Beds are comfortable the house was clean there are good walks in the area Aldeburgh is a 2 mile walk along the costal path and is great for a visit We had a really good time and would recommend the house to anyone

Rosemary

We rented this property to celebrate my 70th Birthday with my 2 children their partners and my four grandsons. We also took our dog who was very happy in the utility area with the occasional foray into the kitchenlounge. The property is beautifully appointed with the very best in soft furnishings, bedding and good towels. There was far more than we expected provided in the property and we were delighted with the very generous welcome pack. The property is beautifully positioned on the mere and 5 minutes from the beach. There are two good eating places on the mere and we had a lovely Sunday lunch at 'The Dolphin' pub. I couldn't have been happier with the property and if I want another break away with family, or friends, we will be back.

Jonathan

Exceedingly well equipped kitchen but despite plea from owner we did not make friends with the Aga! Better instructions and where to find them would have been useful. Owner VERY helpful when we phoned with queries about it. The 2 normal electric ovens seemed to have faulty thermostats as one overcooked and one under for the same temperature set. Generally super clean but pet hair over sofas and arm chairs attached itself to clothing and set off allergies in two of the party. One grill pan hidden away with very burnt food on it. All 7 of the party agreed it was a lovely house with lovely location and didnt want to leave. Have to agree with one of the feedbacks on the steepness and narrowness of the stair treads as great care needed when descending.

Lovely property with bags of room loved the Aga, parking space behind property could only accommodate a small car so used the parking area just along the road, we appreciate turn around time for a large property to be cleaned is difficult but the kitchen had some spillages on kitchen cupboard and other areas needed a bit of a better clean. This in no was spoiled our stay we would highly recommend this property for a break, lovely location.

Several of us slipped & fell in the baths,luckily no injuries. Suggest handles & bigger anti slip mats. Otherwise lovely house, very well equipped , delighted to find the Aga! Great stay! Thanks.

We really enjoyed staying at 2 The Bays, lovely location and facilities. The property was well equiped with everything needed to cater for 10 people.

Beautiful house, everything you could need to make a comfortable stay.

Russell

Beautiful setting. Very clean and well equipped. Convenient for the beach and the lovely Suffolk coast. We enjoyed the Mere and walking from the house.

We absolutely 2 The Bays its a wonderful house in a fab location! There are quite a few maintenance issues we spotted that I thought I should pass on Lamps in front double bedroom are very dodgy! They cut out and Make strange sparking noises. My son opened the back of the TV remote control in the TV room as it wasnt working and found it had the wrong batteries and were filled with foil?!? There was a lengthy power cut whilst we were there and there were only a few mostly melted candles and the torches not working to light us luckily the lovely staff at the Dolphin kindly lent us some candles. Ensuite sink broken, the plug once it is in cannot be taken out, the mechanism to lift the plug isnt working. The silver bin which used to be in the kitchen for recycling was in the garden and full of bottles when we arrived. We took our bottles to the bottle bank round the back of the Dolphin and put our recycling in the correct bins, but it meant there was no recycling bin in the kitchen and we had to use carrier bags.

A really beautiful friendly and cosy house in a perfect location for enjoying Thorpeness and Aldeburgh. The house is tastefully decorated, nicely furnished with extremely comfy beds and cosy sofas. Loads of space for 10. The kitchen is superbly well equipped and we enjoyed cooking on the aga! The only problem we had related to the ensuite shower which wasn't suitable for our older guests who found they had to walk downstairs to use a standup shower. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Jillian

Fabulous house with perfect views. We stayed with elderly parents who struggled with the stairs, maybe the steepness of them should be mentioned in the listing. Not a complaint as they managed but they did struggle. However, we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the position of the house, the amenities and the weather were perfect

Elizabeth

Lovely house,very well equipped with everything you could possibly want. Stayed with family ages 18months to 72 years. Perfect position, Cannot fault this property, Will be back .

Russell

Excellent would like to return

Mahalah

Great house and brilliant location. Well stocked kitchen, clean and tidy house. Also included hand soaps, toilet rolls, kitchen sponges, washing up liquid and some dishwasher tablets making it a very easy weekend stay away. Comfortable bedspillows with extra blankets provided if needed. Would definitely recommend it to others.

Lovely house in a wonderful location. Highly recommend!

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2 The Bays, Thorpeness

About 2 The Bays

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Spacious Layout for Groups

Meare Views

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Beach Access

Three Bathrooms

Pet-Friendly Garden

Getting To 2 The Bays

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is 2 The Bays Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Dolphin Inn

The Kitchen at Thorpeness

Aldeburgh Fish and Chips

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

2 The Bays Reviews