Melton Hall, Suffolk

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 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 with 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 heated pool with adjoining changing room
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

POOL — PLEASE READ
The pool is open from 1st May to 1st September as standard and is included in your booking at no extra cost.
Outside of these dates, the pool is not heated or prepared as standard. If you would like to use the pool between 1st September and 30th April, a heating surcharge will apply. Please contact us for details and to make arrangements — at least two weeks notice is required and requests cannot be guaranteed with less than two weeks notice.

The Pool
The pool is open and available as standard from 1st May through to 1st September. Outside of these dates (1st September – 30th April), the pool is considered out of season and will not be heated or prepared unless requested in advance.
Out-of-season requests: If you'd like to use the pool outside of the above dates, please let us know at least two weeks before your arrival so we can arrange for it to be heated and fully prepared. Requests made with less than two weeks notice unfortunately cannot be guaranteed.
Out-of-season surcharge: An additional surcharge applies for out-of-season pool use to cover preparation and heating costs. Please notify us at least two weeks before your booking start date and we'll confirm the exact cost at that point.

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 centrepiece 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, six rooms include three Super King suites — one with a four-poster bed and large double shower — along with a king size room, 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 garden, 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 paddle boarding 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, skylight.
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: En-suite, 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 and above)
Support for restaurant bookings, experiences & transfers