THE SHIPWRECK LOFT in Shotley Gate, Suffolk

The Shipwreck Loft sits at the confluence of the River Stour and River Orwell in Shotley Gate, with views over Shotley Marina, Harwich, and Felixstowe. The mudflats next to the property attract seabirds for birdwatching, and a pathway connects to Shotley Point Yacht Club and local sailing clubs. London Stansted Airport is 93 km from the hotel, and Ipswich Station is 17 km away.

The Shipwreck Loft has 7 rooms, combining self-catering apartments with hotel-style rooms. The Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View has a private balcony overlooking Shotley Marina and a large French window, and the Family Room with Shower accommodates families. Each room includes a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and soundproofing; no air-conditioning is available.

The Shipwreck Loft's on-site bar serves local produce and a freshly cooked breakfast, with special diet menus and kids' meals available. Guests can order wine or champagne and sit in the outdoor seating area next to Shotley Marina. Gluten-free options are available from the bar, including a separate fryer for gluten-free items.

HMS Ganges Museum is located near the hotel, and Shotley Point Yacht Club can be reached by the pathway from the property. Felixstowe Beach is visible across the estuary from the hotel, and Harwich lies on the opposite shore. The mudflats beside the hotel support birdwatching, while the marina area hosts community events.

The Shipwreck Loft has family rooms, and the on-site bar provides kids' meals and special diet menus. The garden and terrace at The Shipwreck Loft include outdoor furniture for guest use. The Shipwreck Loft has free private parking with accessible parking spaces, and CCTV covers common areas and the outside of the property.

Location: Confluence of the River Stour and River Orwell, with Shotley Marina views

Rooms: 7 rooms, including a Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View

Dining: On-site bar with local produce, a freshly cooked breakfast, and a separate gluten-free fryer

Nature: Birdwatching on the mudflats next to the hotel

Nearby: HMS Ganges Museum near the hotel; pathway to Shotley Point Yacht Club

Parking: Free private parking with accessible spaces