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The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden

Celebrate in style with friends or family on the Shotley Peninsula. Unwind in the rooftop garden or challenge each other to games - there's something for everyone.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

9 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden

Looking for a perfect place to host your group get together? Somewhere memorable you and your guests will have never experienced before? The Concrete Castle brings you something different…

Previously a redundant water tower, this iconic landmark offers far more than just 5 star facilities; it provides you and your guests with a unique and unforgettable experience perfect for that special get together, whether a celebration with friends or family or a corporate event with a difference.

This octagonal tower comfortably caters for 18 guests, with group accommodation split over 7 floors with the comfort of a passenger lift. In addition to it’s huge modern kitchen, multi-functional living room and 3 floors of bedrooms, The Concrete Castle also boasts a Games room and Theatre style cinema room. The jewel in the crown is the Tower’s roof garden, which at 80ft high offers incredible and unrivalled panoramic views across the Shotley Peninsula.

Property manager

James Wright

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please see Pet Rules in our Terms and Conditions.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Ipswich
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Ipswich

About the neighborhood

Map
Ipswich, England

What's nearby

  • Jimmy's Farm - 6 min drive
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 8 min drive
  • Portman Road - 8 min drive
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 9 min drive
  • University Campus Suffolk - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Ipswich Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Palace Chinese Takeaway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery Ipswich - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nacton Road Fish Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Suffolk Coast and Heaths, Wherstead Park, and Alton Water. Bourne Park and Jimmy's Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Concrete Castle - 7 floors with a Lift, Cinema and an 80ft high Roof Garden Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise husbands 60
I booked this for our family for a surprise for my husbands 60th. We had a long weekend and it was close by for us but what an amazing place. Thoroughly enjoyed by all we had a great time and would certainly go back - also had a private chef for one day which finished the weekend off
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard Harrington H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Venue
This property is a once in a lifetime experience. The facilities are amazing and the Cinema incredible. Very clean and a very thing you need to cater for 18 people!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022