Onderneming Dutch Barge At Snape Maltings

Snape, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, Away from it all

Check-in Time: 15:00
Check-out Time: 10:30

Outside Description

Onderneming is moored alongside the quay at Snape Maltings so this is not a sailing holiday. She is static but due to her size you will not feel her moving.

Downstairs Description

She sleeps 6 comfortably in three double bedrooms but also has a double sofa-bed in the lower saloon. With high ceilings, no expense has been spared in this conversion, with really comfy beds and all the best bits of modern living , she still retains many original features such as her portholes and panelling inside, and her original wheel and colossal dagger boards on the outside. She has one en-suite wet-room and 2 additional bathrooms including one with a bath.

There are 2 large saloons, one of which is downstairs, with squishy sofas and a a fab old dining table and leather seating and a fully fitted galley kitchen.

The lower saloon has a fabulous wood-burning stove for cosy evenings by the fire.

First Floor Description

The wheelhouse saloon benefits from the beautiful river views, with a fully fitted galley kitchen, breakfast table and seating, as well as kids den

You can sit up on the deck with your morning coffee or watch the sun go down, it’s up to you.

Windows Views Description

The beautiful River Alde and iconic Snape Maltings

Other Notes

Please be aware this is a holiday with a difference. Access is via a gangplank and steps so is not for the infirm or those nervous of water. Boat life is very different but so much fun!

Harbour View
Riverside Views
Dogs Welcome: Up to three dogs welcomed
Child Friendly
Group Getaways: This is perfect for a quiet getaway for a group of up to 8 family or friends. It isn't a party boat as this is a sleepy hamlet
Wi-Fi/Broadband
Open Fire/Multi Fuel Burner
Romantic Hideaway: We offer a midweek discount off-peak for couples and this is such a romantic setting
Tourist Attractions:
  • Snape Maltings: Snape Maltings has a wonderful pub, a choice of coffee shops, as well as homewares, giftwares, crafts and an amazing food hall. Visit website
  • Aldeburgh: A wonderful mix of family fun, music and drama, fine eating and drinking, sailing and shopping - something for everyone in the friendliest atmosphere you'll wish to find on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Visit website
  • Orford Castle: The unique polygonal tower keep of Orford Castle stands beside the pretty town and former port, which Henry II also developed here. Visit website
Eating and Drinking:
  • Butt & Oyster, Pin Mill: Pub in good region for walking, offering Suffolk ales, global food and views of barges and swans. Visit website
  • Cookhouse Restaurant At Suffolk Food Hall: The menu changes with the seasons, to showcase food at its prime. In addition to our menus, we have daily specials to further our offering. Booking is advisable. Visit website
  • Red Lion, Chelmondiston: Our aim is to provide affordable, good food. The emphasis is on flavour and quality of ingredients, we pride ourselves on the wide variety of fish and meat we prepare, all in our kitchen, and in addition to traditional British food we enjoy producing a number of authentic Asian and Indian dishes which are very popular. Visit website
Food Stores:
  • Village Stores, Chelmondiston: Visit website
  • Tesco, Ipswich: In Ipswich, or you can order your grocery shopping and get it delivered to the Barn for when you arrive. Visit website
Sporting Attractions and Activities:
  • Alton Water: Whether you are looking for dinghy sailing, windsurfing, paddling or a multi activity, team building day, Alton Water Sports Centre can put a program together to ensure your school trip is safe, exciting, educational and above all fun. Visit website
  • Hill Farm Equestrian Centre, Chelmondiston: We offer a range of lessons and activities from ages 2+ for all abilities and confidence levels. Our riding lessons are taught by British Horse Society qualified instructors on well mannered, sensible horses and ponies. Visit website
  • Suffolk Ski Slope: We offer a range of outdoor experiences, including Snowsports such as:- Skiing, Snowboarding, Tobogganing, Ringos, Climbing Wall and High Ropes Experience. We also offer Golf with the Ipswich Golf Driving Range, Mini Golf Course, and putting green. Visit website