Thorpeness

' Where Time Stands Still....'

This quaint and pretty little seaside village has an interesting history. Originally a small fishing and smuggling hamlet, situated just up the coast from Aldeburgh. In the mid 1800's a Scottish couple by the name of Ogilvie relocated to the area. They bought an estate which started at Dunwich in the north and ran down the coast to Thorpeness. It was their son Glencairn who changed the area and made Thorpeness what it is today. Holiday homes were built and a 64-acre lake "The Meare" was dug. The lake was themed around J. M Barrie's children's story Peter Pan. On the lake are numerous islands, Crocodile Island, Peter Pan's Island and The Fort. Children are as fascinated today as they were in the early 1900's.

One of the most famous sights in Thorpeness is the "House in the Clouds". This is actually a watertower which has been cleverly disguised. Nearby you will also find the mill which was used to pump the water for the village.

The Golf Club has a challenging 18-hole links course and after your game there is the Dolphin Inn which has a garden and offers great food.

Despite the village itself it is as you arrive at the beach and see the miles of coastline stretching either side that you can't help thanking old Mr Ogilvie for having the vision to create this peaceful oasis where time really does seem suspended and tranquility pervades.

Available Properties - 6

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Dolphin Close - Sleeps 6

Open Plan Sitting/Dining/Kitchen Area - 3 Bedrooms - Family Bathroom

3 The Haven - Sleeps 6+1

Sitting Room - Dining Room - Kitchen - 4 Bedrooms - Shower Room - Bathroom - Pets Welcome

Dolphin Cottage - Sleeps 6

Sitting Room - Kitchen/Dining Area - 3 Bedrooms - Shower Room - Bathroom - Parking for 1 Car

The Spinneys - Sleeps 8

Sitting Room - Kitchen/Diner - Conservatory/Dining Room - 4 Bedrooms - Bathroom - Fri to Fri let