Coastwatch House, Thorpeness

Coastwatch House is a bold reimagining of one of Suffolk’s most distinctive coastal buildings. Thoughtfully designed for large families, groups of friends, corporate retreats, and wellness stays, the property combines expansive social spaces with private corners for rest and retreat. From its state-of-the-art kitchen to its cinema snug and yoga studio, every detail has been curated for comfort, connection, and celebration.

The fifth-floor living room – spanning the entire tower – offers breathtaking 360-degree views across sea, sky, and countryside, while outside, landscaped gardens wrap around a heated swimming pool and wood-fired hot tub. Sustainability sits at the heart of the home, powered by an air source heat pump with no reliance on fossil fuels.

Key Features

• Sleeps up to 20 guests across 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms

• Spectacular 360° fifth-floor living room

• Private heated outdoor swimming pool

• 8-seater wood-fired hot tub

• Cinema snug with 52” TVs and Apple Firestick

• Alfresco kitchen with pizza oven and South African Braai

• Panoramic sea and garden views

• Pet-friendly (up to two dogs welcome)

Living Spaces

The interiors are designed to bring people together while allowing space to unwind. A cinema snug provides the perfect spot for cosy film nights, while a yoga studio space in the lounge encourages slower mornings and mindful movement. Two 52” TVs with Apple Firestick apps and professional Wi-Fi throughout ensure modern comfort complements the building’s historic charm.

The showstopping fifth-floor living room crowns the tower — a dramatic, light-filled space with uninterrupted views across the Suffolk coastline and countryside.

Kitchen & Dining

At the heart of Coastwatch House is a fully equipped, state-of-the-art kitchen featuring premium Miele appliances, including four ovens, two hobs, two dishwashers, fridge, freezer, microwave, and wine fridge. A generous central island creates a natural gathering space for drinks, conversation, and shared cooking experiences.

Indoors, expansive dining tables invite long, celebratory meals. Outdoors, the alfresco kitchen elevates entertaining further, complete with a premium pizza oven, South African-style Braai, barbecue area, and long dining table set beneath a modern pergola – perfect for firelit feasts under wide Suffolk skies.

Leisure Suite

The outdoor space is designed for relaxation and reconnection. A private landscaped garden surrounds the heated swimming pool and 8-seater wood-fired hot tub, offering a tranquil setting for both lively gatherings and quiet afternoon lounging.

Additional leisure features include:

• Private cinema room

• Yoga studio space

• Tennis courts nearby

• Only 500 metres to the sandy beach

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

The property offers eight beautifully appointed bedrooms, thoughtfully designed for flexibility and comfort. Seven rooms feature luxurious king-size beds (which can be arranged as twins if required), while the eighth bedroom provides additional single beds ideal for children or group stays.

All eight bathrooms are finished to a high standard, comprising a mix of walk-in showers and bathtubs, ensuring comfort and convenience for larger groups.