Lake District Holiday Accommodation at Long Reach
Quick summary of features at Long Reach
Long Reach
Iken Barns, Iken, Suffolk IP12 2EP
Pet friendly • 'Has a garden • 'Internet WIFI available • Free Parking •
Open fire or wood burner •
Luxury self catering • 
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms (if known): 3
Description of Long Reach
Stunning barn in outstanding location overlooking the tidal Alde estuary. Iken is a reputed base of Boudicca and the marauding Iceni tribes who made good use of the commanding position on the south side of the Alde Estuary. Later, in 869AD, a Viking sailing fleet destroyed the 7th Century monastery at Iken. In the 19th Century sailing barges used the river to trade corn and coal between Snape, London and the east coast ports. Now, you will see the occasional pleasure boat whilst taking in the highly regarded SSSI wildlife habitat and the stunning estuary scenery. Views span from the 7th Century St Butolphs Church, standing on a promontory of higher ground, to the former maltings at Snape which are now vibrant with the sounds of the famous concert hall. Long Reach is on the ground floor of this timber framed great barn, which enjoys an unrivalled position and maximizes the estuary views from within all the main rooms as well as from the stone paved terrace. The terrace overlooks the wide estuary of the Alde and the stretch of water from which it takes its name. Pub: 2 miles Shop: 2 miles Long Reach has achieved a Gold Award for 2011/2012 from VisitEngland for exceptional quality of accommodation and customer service All properties at Iken Barns enjoy: - The landscaped central yard with barbecue - The meadows and riverside walk - Secure storage for cycles etc - Cycle hire available - Ample additional parking close by - Riding lessons, varied hacks or accommodation for your own horse (can accommodate up to 7 horses - all at additional charge) - River trips on a Thames Sailing Barge circa 1880 - various cost options - Hire of day boat with inboard engine - On site shop selling basic provisions Hardy's Barn is a nice addition to the Iken Barns site. It is a lovely function room built in a traditional style and is available for weddings and other events. The patio fronting the barn overlooking the river is available for guest's use when the function room is not in use. The other Iken Barns can be found by clicking on the following links: The Old Mill House (sleeps 3) , The Ridings (sleeps 2) , The Lambings (sleeps 5) , Farriers Cottage (sleeps 3) , Estuary Barn (sleeps 4) , Bay View Barn (sleeps 6) , Greenacres (sleeps 2) Large Entrance Room with Cloakroom (washbasin and w.c.) and access to: Large Open Plan Area containing: Kitchen with high quality units incorporating, gas-fired AGA cooking range, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer Spacious and well furnished Dining Area and Sitting Area with large feature brick chimney, fireplace, log open fire, TV/DVD/Freeview, CD/radio/tape and doors to the river-view terrace and separate Utility Room Bedroom 1 with a Victorian four poster king-size bed, river view and luxury En-Suite Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 2 with twin beds and En-Suite Bathroom with bath, over-bath shower, washbasin and w.c. Bedroom 3 with river views, twin beds (beds may be linked to make super king-size bed) and En-Suite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and w.c. Garden: Private, spacious stone flagged terrace with water feature running the full length of the barn, where you will have difficulty in taking your eyes off the splendid views. Parking: Ample space for two cars adjacent. Heating: Full under floor heating. Notes: River trips - to be booked with the owner prior to holiday visit.
Finding Long Reach
Long Reach is situated at Iken Barns, Ikenin Suffolk. A map is below but if you are travelling by car the all important Sat Nav settings are: Latitude 52.1491458, Longitude 1.51721835 or postcode IP12 2EP.
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