From
$752 / night
Total guests, Nights

The Lily Pad – Home 8318693 Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 night min stay

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Not suitable for children
  • No pets allowed

Description from manager

Description

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

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Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
  • 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.

Check-in date

About the manager

Angela Young
Average reply time:
3 hours 1 minutes
Response rate:
95%
Calendar last updated:
14 May 2024
Years listed:
9
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

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Reviews

Excellent
18 reviews

Excellent
16
Very Good
2
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0

“A Wonderful Escape”

Reviewed 13 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 th… More

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“Paradise”

Reviewed 4 Jun 2023

This beautiful apartment, with no expense spared, was the ideal spot for a few days of chill out time. Beautifully furnished and equipped.

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“Fantastic place!”

Reviewed 20 Feb 2023

We absolutely loved The Lily Pad. Everything from the furniture to crisp White Company linen and towels just made it so special. The location is fabulous. We loved it so much we’ve booked to com… More

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“Lovely apartment”

Reviewed 16 Nov 2022

We had a lovely stay at the Lily Pad, it was clean, comfortable and cozy. Quality bed linen and towels and very well equipped. The view down the garden out to the Meare was amazing. The location was… More

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“Great week at the Lily Pad”

Reviewed 25 Oct 2022

Brilliant holiday at the Lily Pad. Unbelievable weather for October. Lots of beautiful walks nearby. Lily Pad was clean and comfortable. Always made sure we were back for tea - lovely lemon drizzle c… More

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“Beautifully appointed apartment with fantastic view”

Reviewed 17 May 2022

Really lovely apartment for two people with everything you could need. Wonderfully peaceful view of the mere - great to watch the swans sail by over breakfast. Convenient location to walk to all the… More

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“Perfect location, perfect accommodation even during the winter month”

Reviewed 1 Dec 2021

The accommodation has everything. Decor and facilities in all rooms are top range with beautiful bedding and towels all from whitecompany. The view from the bi-fold windows is stunning and relaxing,… More

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“Compact”

Reviewed 5 Nov 2021

Property which is annexed to the main house is situated in a lovely village. The bed linen and towels were very high quality. The bed was only a 4’6” one so if you are a larger person/p… More

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“A superb find!”

Reviewed 10 Oct 2021

My husband and I have just returned from a wonderful week in Thorpeness, staying at The Lily Pad - and what a superb find this was. The accommodation is first-class, very tastefully decorated, clean, … More

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“Relaxing New Years Break”

Reviewed 3 Jan 2020

We received a very warm welcome from the owner on arrival and felt at home as soon as we entered The Lilypad. The property is in a peaceful location, extremely comfortable and has a lovely decor. Alt… More

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

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If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view the property manager's contact details or send them a message.

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You can also request a quote from the property manager through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. the property manager will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call the property manager before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact the property manager to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send the property manager a message.

If the property manager agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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