Brick Dock Lane, Aldeburgh, IP15

In a peaceful setting close to Aldeburgh, Alde Reach is a spacious five-bedroom detached home offering 3,176 sq. ft (295.1 sq. m) of well-arranged living space. Positioned to take advantage of open south and southeast-facing views, the property lies around a 20-minute walk from the Moot Hall and seafront.

Set back from the A1094 Saxmundham Road, with little passing traffic, the access lane also serves the Yacht Club’s boathouse. The house sits centrally within its manageable plot. A generous driveway and attached double garage provide ample parking for cars and boats.

A private and tranquil setting

The southwest-facing rear garden is secluded, with a small grove of silver birch enclosed within a fenced section, lawned areas, planted borders, and space for outdoor dining or gatherings. The front garden brings year-round colour and structure. From the lane, a footpath leads directly to the River Alde and its protected wetland landscape.

Well-planned interiors

The layout is thoughtfully arranged. An entrance porch opens into a large reception hall, which leads naturally to the main living spaces. The kitchen/breakfast room is bright and fitted with simple freestanding painted solid wood units, and connects to an east-facing utility room.

Beyond this lies a vaulted studio or morning room—also accessible independently from the front—which links to a second utility room with garden access and internal entry to the garage. Together these rooms could, subject to planning, form a self-contained area.

The south and east-facing dining room, and a large dual-aspect sitting room with fireplace and two sets of garden doors, provide generous and flexible spaces for entertaining. A west-facing snug or study offers a quiet spot for home working or reading, and could be incorporated into the kitchen if preferred. A cloakroom completes the ground floor.

Light-filled first floor

The principal bedroom, together with the landing and an additional front bedroom, enjoys far-reaching views east to the sea and south towards the River Alde. The main bedroom includes a spacious en-suite bathroom. Four further bedrooms are all a good size and served by a family bathroom and a large walk-in airing cupboard. Roof access is via an insulated trap door and Nordic pull-down ladder.

Infrastructure and future potential

The property benefits from a three-phase electricity supply, offering flexibility for future upgrades. It is served by a compliant private drainage system, and is well placed for the addition of further efficiency measures or renewable systems if desired. Triple glazing is fitted throughout.

Location

Alde Reach would now benefit from some light updating. It overlooks a designated SSSI and has direct access to riverside footpaths that lead to a small sandy beach. The surrounding area supports rich wildlife, including Bitterns and Marsh Harriers, and offers a changing landscape through the seasons. Aldeburgh’s town centre, high street, and seafront are all within walking distance. For sailing, the Aldeburgh Yacht Club provides nearby mooring and facilities, and riverside walks extend south to Slaughden and beyond.

Aldeburgh & surroundings

Aldeburgh is known for its arts heritage and coastal character. The high street offers independent shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants—including the well-known Fish & Chip Shop and The Suffolk. The town also has tennis and golf clubs, a cinema, and a good range of schools in the wider area, including Woodbridge School and Framlingham College. Nearby, Thorpeness, Snape Maltings, and the market towns of Saxmundham and Woodbridge offer further amenities, cultural venues, and rail connections to London via Saxmundham and Ipswich.

Guide price: £1,375,000 subject to contract

Tenure: Freehold