A RIBA award-winning holiday home in Southwold; a three-storey, luxury property with an internationally renowned concert hall on the doorstep; a rural-retreat surrounded by a private,  10 acre nature reserve and a historic, converted mill with an award-winning Farm Shop a minute away are just some of the new properties on Suffolk Secret's books for 2015.

As the market leader in holiday accommodation in Suffolk and with 350 properties on its books (many of which have attained Visit England 'Gold' award status), Suffolk Secrets is looking to fill its media calendar for 2015 and is offering complimentary stays at any Suffolk Secrets property subject to availability.

Below are just some of the new properties for 2015, but for the full list of properties available for review, please click here:

If you would like to be considered for a complimentary stay, please get in touch on the contact details below. On behalf of the team, we look forward to hosting you.

New for 2015: Suffolk Secret's Top Picks

Sandy Castle, Southwold

Sleeps 4, 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms

USP's: Award-winning home, Pool table, south-west facing terrace, luxurious bathroom, walk-on glass floor

The jury of RIBA East Ingenuity Awards voted this property their 'home award' winner, commenting: "An ingenious and airy house shoehorned into a tiny backland site. The building might have been there for years and has an ageless quality - we could all learn lessons from this sophisticated design and the high quality execution." Located in the centre of Southwold yet in a tucked away location, it was designed and built by the same company who constructed Southwold Pier. There is emphasis on light and space throughout the property, with a secluded south-west facing terrace with walk-on glass floor. The property incorporates modern technology to create comfortable and well-appointed accommodation ideal for a couple or small family.

Price from £415 for a 3 night short break or £550 per week.

Fernlea, Long Melford

Sleeps 8, 2 bathrooms, 4 bedrooms. 1 pet allowed.

USP's: A Visit England 'Gold' award property, Grade II listed, Georgian, in heart of one of Suffolk's most picturesque locations, the historic wool town, Long Melford. A foodie hot-spot, with multi-award winning restaurants, The Swan and The Great House nearby.

Luxuriously and thoughtfully decorated, this stunning Georgian town house makes the perfect getaway for a family gathering or for a group of friends. Wooden floors, original fireplaces and outside, a large courtyard with BBQ facilities and upmarket garden furnishings. Whilst the house has the 'wow' factor, it's location, near the living museum of Kentwell Hall and close by to Lavenham, England's 'Best Preserved Medieval Village', make it a boon for history lovers. Foodies, too, with the multi-award winning, 15th century four star 'Swan' hotel and restaurant a must-visit, as is the French restaurant, The Great House.

Price from £640 for a 3 night short break or £850 per week.

Vale View, Hollesley

Sleeps 4, 1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms

USP's:  Situated in 10 acres of wildlife reserve and lake, home to kingfishers, herons and otters, organic small holding and landscaped gardens.

Keen wildlife enthusiasts and gardeners will LOVE this self-catering holiday apartment, located as it is slap bang in the middle of 10 acres of wildlife reserve, with lake! Originally a small port, the village of Hollesley (pronounced Hose-Lea) includes the hamlet of Shingle Street, where the River Alde finally meets the sea, emerging from the shingle spit of Orford Ness. Surrounded by great footpaths this area of Suffolk has some fantastic views over the countryside and the North Sea. Nearby is the market town of Woodbridge (close to Sutton Hoo).

Price from £370 for a 3 night short break or £490 per week.

River End Cottage, Beccles

Sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms. 2 pets allowed.

USP's: Historical links to Horatio Nelson, garden access to the River Waveney for boating, best of both worlds for Norfolk Broads AND Suffolk's Heritage Coast

River End Cottage is in an idyllic location on a quiet, private lane a stone's throw to Beccles Quay. Recently refurbished, this light, airy property is an ideal base from which to explore the Norfolk Broads, go boating on the River Waveney and take in the sandy beaches of Suffolk. As well as boating and riverside walks, there is golf, swimming and a wide variety of restaurants and shops. Beccles also has a train station.

Did you know? The mother of Horatio Nelson, Catherine Suckley, married the Rev Edmund Nelson, a former curate of Beccles in the town's 16th century church, St Michaels, whose bell tower dominates the town.

Price from £355 for a 3 night short break or £470 per week.

Willow Cabin, Wickham Market, near Framlingham

Sleeps 2, 1 bathroom, 1 bedroom. 1 pet allowed.

USP's: A romantic, wooden cabin, an ideal couple's retreat, surrounded by a large garden

Recently refurbished to a high standard, this wooden cabin is the perfect couple's bolt hole and is located a short walk, just on the outskirts of the bustling village of Wickham Market. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and a wealth of footpaths, Willow Cabin is excellent for walkers and cyclists who want to explore all this area has to offer. Nearby is the market town of Framlingham, best known for its 13th century castle behind whose towering walls Mary Tudor took refuge, whilst the coastal town of Aldeburgh is a 15 minute drive away.

Price from £190 for a 3 night short break or £250 per week.

Chantry Cottage, Blythburgh

Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. 1 pet allowed.

USP's: Quintessential 18th century English country garden cottage, flowers adorn the walls - as well as gardens. Wooden beams throughout. South facing garden. Ideal for cyclists.

Almost every inch of the exterior of this 18th century cottage is adorned with flowers whilst outside, the gardens are a joy to behold; think hollyhocks, flowering shrubs, roses and, being south facing, means that you'll enjoy the sun from morning until evening. Inside, exposed beams, original brick flooring scream 'character', iron bed etc. This property is ideal for walkers and cyclists wishing to explore the Suffolk Coast (both Southwold and Aldeburgh nearby) with the utility room providing space for bikes, boots and coats. The owners can also provide a travel cot and high chair on request.

Price from £315 for a 3 night short break or £420 per week.

Kiln House, Snape Maltings
Sleeps 5, 3 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms
USP's:  Fine food, the world's leading musicians and river trips on the doorstep: Snape Maltings is home to Aldeburgh Music and the Benjamin Britten concert hall, an international venue for classical music performances, as well as Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival and fortnightly farmers markets. One of the only homes available to rent here.

High end living in a luxurious, stylish, three storey holiday-home, Kiln House is one of the only properties available to rent in the Snape Maltings complex. Snape Maltings is home to the world famous Aldeburgh Music. The Concert Hall is an international venue for outstanding music performances, a place where top musicians and emerging musical talents come together. In 1965 after 120 years, the malting of barley ceased and a new era began with the gradual conversion of the Victorian buildings. There are several shops and galleries, from the classic to the contemporary, a huge variety of goods are on offer, including fine foods, furniture, art, and children's toys. The river trips and guided walks along the picturesque Alde Estuary are rich in both wildlife and history. There is a fortnightly Farmer's Market as well as other activities throughout the year. Aldeburgh and the Suffolk coast is less than a ten minute drive away.

Price from £515 for a 3 night short break or £685 per week.

Hawks Mill, Needham Market

Sleeps 5, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

USP's: One of Top 50 UK foodstuffs (ICE-CREAM!) on the doorstep; a mill race and mill pond to lull you to sleep, idyllic location.

Once a working mill and with a mill pond front and back, Hawks Mill dates back to 1887 and has now been thoughtfully converted into stylish residential apartments. This is the only flat available for holiday rentals, and whilst there, you'll not only be lulled to sleep by the sound of gently rushing water, but one of the UK's original farm shops, Alder Carr Farm, a mere one minute walk away..  As well as a premier pick your own fruit farm, Alder Carr also produces one of the UK's Top 50 Foods, fruit ice-cream. Last year, they won three stars from the Good Food Awards for their Damson, this year, the same for their Elderflower and Adnams Limoncello flavour. Needham Lake, one of the East of England's most popular tourist attractions is also a five minute walk away

Price from £335 for a three night short stay or £435 per week.

For bookings, contact Suffolk Secrets on 01502 722717 or visit www.suffolk-secrets.co.uk

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Media contact

To arrange of complimentary visit or for more information, please contact: Rebecca Scrase, Suffolk Secrets PR, T. 01449 677033 M. 07985 973973 or e-mail rebeccascrase@googlemail.com

Please note that properties are unavailable to review during school holidays.