Historic Suffolk Home, Spectacular Pool, Grounds & Design
The space
Melton Hall is one of Suffolk’s most historic and distinctive private homes, recently reimagined for modern living.
Set on the edge of Woodbridge - a short walk into town and a stone’s throw from Suffolk’s heritage coast - it offers privacy, design and luxury.
At its centre is one of East Anglia’s most spectacular pool areas: a year-round heated pool by Miria Harris, tiled in checkerboard and framed by arches and gardens.
7.5 acres of lawns, meadows, and woodland create a sense of calm and space, with the River Deben just minutes down the road, and the coast a short drive away.
This is an estate setting with immediate access to town life. Set within seven acres of private gardens and grounds, everything Woodbridge offers is still within easy walking distance, from cafés and pubs to the marina and cinema. This is a house in the town, not a remote country hideaway, offering a rare combination of space, connection and convenience.
Inside, the interiors by Rebecca Sicardi pair original detail carefully sourced antiques and original art.
The rooms are generous and practical, designed for groups and families, with thoughtful touches throughout: a spectacular red dining room for long dinners, a hidden oak-beamed cinema, and even a children’s dormitory that’s both fun and functional.
- Sleeps 17, with 9 Bedrooms and 6 bathrooms
- Spectacular 12m pool with adjoining changing room. The pool is heated upon request so please contact us well in advance of your stay to arrange this.
- Monitor Audio Dolby Surround Sound ‘secret’ cinema
- Multiple living rooms and centrepiece dining room
- Family Kitchen, breakfast room and separate prep kitchen
- Over 7 acres of grounds, including tennis court, meadow, Japanese garden and woodland
- Walking distance to River Deben and Woodbridge
Living & Dining
The Bertazzoni kitchen is made for gathering - a huge stainless steel island, banquette seating area and separate prep kitchen.
The linked red dining room is ideal for special dinners, its centerpiece a giant dining table handmade from a fallen oak tree from the grounds. Multiple sitting rooms offer quieter corners, each with doors opening onto the garden. The second kitchen can also support private chefs and retreats.
Sleeping
Melton Hall sleeps up to 17 guests across nine bedrooms, each with its own character and views.
On the first floor, five rooms include three Super King suites - one with a four-poster bed and large double shower - along with a bright twin and a charming single ideal for children.
Upstairs, three further bedrooms include a spacious Super King suite with its own living area and deep tiled bath, a King corner room beneath a skylight, and the playful ‘Mickey Mouse’ Disney themed dormitory that sleeps up to four children. Several rooms have their own bathrooms, and all are fitted with new mattresses and high-quality linens.
Gardens & Grounds
Step outside into seven acres of gardens and grounds: a walled rose and kitchen gardens, a wildflower meadow, a Japanese garden and pond, and a woodland.
There’s space for tennis, basketball, croquet, yoga, or simply sitting by the pool terrace with a book. Also watch out for the resident family of deer that live on the grounds.
Entertainment
Both living rooms come with new hidden Samsung Smart TVs. The top floor contains one of the building’s centrepiece features - a ‘secret’ hidden cinema room with 8k projector and Monitor Audio Surround Sound.
Location & Lifestyle
Walk into Woodbridge - voted the UK’s Happiest Town - for riverside pubs, cafés, and boutiques, or catch a film at the little cinema on the marina. Try paddleboarding or kayaking on the River Deben, and explore the Suffolk Coast, from Aldeburgh to Southwold, for beaches, its up and coming food scene, and open skies.
The house is also close to several award winning golf courses.
Woodbridge connects to London Liverpool Street in under two hours, making Melton Hall an easy countryside escape. Melton station is less than 10 minutes walk.
The house is walking distance to various pubs and local shops, including a deli, butchers and bakery. The River Deben and riverside paths are less than five minutes away.
**Bedroom Configuration**
Every bedroom has high-quality linen and bedding.
*First Floor*
Bedroom 1
Super King bedroom with built in wardrobes, en-suite Jack and Jill bathroom featuring bath and shower.
Bedroom 2
Super King bedroom with built in wardrobes, en-suite Jack and Jill bathroom shared with bedroom 1
Bedroom 3
Super King 4 poster bed, built in wardrobes, en-suite with separate bath and huge double shower.
Bedroom 4
Twin single beds, spectacular garden views.
Bedroom 5
King Bed, The ‘Corner Room’, built in wardrobe, views across the pool, walled gardens and Melton Grounds. Access to the family bathroom across the hallway.
Bedroom 6
Single room, ideal for babies and small children. Single bed, in room sink. Views across the pool area.
*Second Floor*
Bedroom 7
King Size corner room, cupboard and chest of drawers, sky light.
Bedroom 8
Super King Size bed in huge room, with its own living area and en suite bathroom with deep tiled bath and walk in shower.
Bedroom 9
The ‘Mickey Mouse Room’. The kids dormitory that can sleep up to 4 children. Two single beds, with two further pull out single beds.
**Bathrooms**
*Ground Floor*
Bathroom 1: Changing room with clothes and towel storage, shower and immediate access to pool.
WC toilet room: with close access to kitchen and living room.
*First floor*
Bathroom 2: Jack-and-Jill bathroom with tiled bath and shower, original sink, accessed by both bedrooms 1 and 2.
Bathroom 3: Ensuite, huge double shower with limestone checked floor tiles and large stone bath
Bathroom 4: Green panelled wood bathroom, bath and double-door shower.
*Second Floor*
Bathroom 5: Double sink with original wood framed bath. Shower.
Bathroom 6: En Suite, double sink, walk in shower and tiled bath with skylight.
**Special Highlights**
- Interiors by Rebecca Sicardi – heritage meets contemporary design
- Edge-of-town location: walk to Woodbridge for cafés, pubs and marina cinema
- Short drive to Aldeburgh, Walberswick, Southwold and the Suffolk Coast
- Ideal for families, retreats and small gatherings
Local property manager available to assist during stays
**Comforts & Amenities**
- Luxury bath products & hotel-grade linens
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Private cinema with 8K projector & Monitor Audio surround sound
- Heated 12m pool and tennis court
- Fully equipped kitchen with Bertazzoni range
**Staff & Services (Available on Request)**
- Private chef & catering
- Wellness practitioners – massage, yoga, personal training
- Daily housekeeping or mid-week towel change (for 7-night stays +)
- Support for restaurant bookings, experiences & transfers
Other things to note
Please note your booking has to be accepted by the owner of the property before it is finally confirmed.
