The most exciting opening at Aldeburgh this year is Suffolk. After a hugely successful pop-up, L’Escargot Sur-Mer, George Pell opened The Suffolk in August after a delicate renovation of the historic building. Today, there is a 60-seat restaurant named Sur-Mer, a rooftop terrace with sea views, a wine bar, private dining rooms with 12 and 24 seats and, since the end of November, six bedrooms elegant. All have super king-size beds topped with Lansdowne Cashmere mattresses and decor is inspired by the surrounding area, with room names such as ‘Orford Ness’ and ‘The Butley’, and a green and purple color scheme inspired by the native butterfly Elephant Hawksmoor. . Bedroom furniture is sourced from local antique dealers and all bedrooms are fitted with Roberts radios. There is a common pantry on the first floor stocked with pre-mixed cocktails and snacks, which are included in the room rate.
Nestled just outside Aldeburgh, Five acre barn is one of the most architecturally attractive B&Bs in the country. The restored 19th century barn serves as the communal space, while a zigzag extension houses five bright bedrooms. Combining an idyllic rural setting with well-crafted modern materials, this place is available to rent by the room or in its entirety.
For an atmospheric stay, The Martello Tower – the tallest and northernmost of a chain of towers in England built to keep Napoleon out – has been turned into a rental. The quatrefoil-shaped building stands at the foot of the Orford Ness peninsula, between the River Alde and the sea. shared – bedrooms are isolated from the central living area but not fully divided, so guests feel like they are in a larger space. The rooftop stone pavilion battery is a great place to open a bottle of wine and watch the boats race from the nearby club.
wild reserve is an 8,000 acre estate of woods and lakes in Saxmundham, one of Aldeburgh’s neighboring towns. Doxie is its newest addition. The property has its own natural swimming pond and countryside views. Perfect for a romantic weekend, Doxie sleeps two in a cozy double bedroom with an open-plan kitchen/lounge area featuring a twist brick fireplace. Relax in the outdoor hot tub built into the patio, cook local produce on the Big Green Egg, and relax in the sauna and steam room. As with all Wilderness Reserve properties, guests can also book a range of experiences, from falconry to kayaking.
Elsewhere, Kip Hideaways has a number of properties in the area. The gallery is an uncluttered and bright retreat for four close to wild meadows and the coast in an area of outstanding natural beauty, while View of the Castle In nearby Orford is a lovely, well-stocked hideaway for a weekend exploring the Suffolk coast.
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