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We have a wonderful couple of days ! Great set up, beautiful yurt and very clean. The hot tub is perfect. Charlie is super helpful and a great host. Highly recommend!
A charming and spacious cottage, well-equipped and tastefully designed. Surrounded by quiet rural landscapes, it provides the perfect base for a peaceful and restorative stay in Suffolk. Marion and Kevin were very helpful and friendly. The hot tub was a great addition; it is wood fired so requires some preparations but once you get the hang of it and after the water warms up, in the following days it gets easier to operate.
We had a really wonderful stay at The Calf Pens. There was so much attention to detail that we wanted for nothing. It was clean, comfortable, extremely well laid out and had plenty of books and board games to entertain us. The owners had carefully and thoughtfully put together interesting places to visit and provided information for local pubs/restaurants. All these touches enabled us to have a relaxing stay. We loved our evening strolls around the adjoining farmland and lakes, just beyond the garden. We were lucky to see so many bats and dragonflies, plus many varieties of birds in the wo...more
We really enjoyed many things about our stay, but these were the highlights: Being able to wander in the woods and enjoy the wildlife (undisturbed by dogs!) Access to miles of well maintained footpaths nearby. Good road cycling on Sustrans route 1. Visits to Flatford Mill, Dedham, Pin Mill, Lavenham and Sutton Hoo.
This is a lovely cottage in the centre of Stoke by Nayland. Two great pubs within walking distance and lots of good walks from the doorstep of the cottage. Good sized kitchen/diner with patio doors at one end into the garden which is gravel and decking. Nice seating area in one corner. Downstairs toilet with washing machine. Door through to a very tastefully decorated sitting room. Upstairs two good sized bedrooms and a large bathroom. The cottage is immaculate and we couldn’t fault it. The owner Juliet is super helpful too. Would definitely recommend.
Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. Serene surroundings with privacy and abundant wildlife around. Very relaxing peaceful area with picturesque villages and quiet roads. Tastefully furnished with quality fixtures and fittings. An ideal place to chill.
Lovely interior designed loft overlooking a wonderfully rambling garden. Hosts were very friendly and encouraged us to roam anywhere we liked.
Warm, comfortable, extremely spacious and had everything we needed - including a welcome pack for the dog! Highly recommend this beautiful property.
A lovely cottage - clean, well maintained, and very quiet - in a lovely location: a great place to return to after a day out visiting local attractions, pretty much guaranteed a good night's sleep.
This is our fourth year in a row at this beautiful mill. Each time we always look forward to seeing buzzards, kites, deer,hares and plenty of butterflies. This year, wonderful weather meant we didn't spend much time indoors, although waking up in that comfortable bed and looking through the open stable door was heaven.
The Hayloft is extremely well presented, with a blend of the old, retro, new features and decor. The location is perfect for walks, sightseeing and discovering the local history. What made it extra special for me was the fact that i am a massive fan of the Lovejoy TV series from days gone past. to be able to stay in his workshop, in the grounds of Belchamp / Felsham Hall, was a dream come true. Would highly recommend a stay there. Thank you for making it part of a perfect experience.
We wanted a long weekend base for ourselves, our daughter, husband and 2 very small grandchildren (aged 2 and a baby aged 10 weeks) and their friends to join us - it delivered on every front. The house is an Elizabethan gem, a privilege to stay in, surrounded by a moat, which adds to the uniqueness. The grounds are beautiful - particularly around the house and summer house - with lovely lavender and roses, in full bloom. The pool was used every day - warm and inviting to everyone - and great to sit around. Billy was really helpful on arrival - standing in to cover another of the team's hol...more
Exceptional place to get away from it all with beautiful house and grounds. Complete privacy and seclusion makes for a great location to get away from the stresses of every day life but with all the comforts you would expect.
The cottage is in the centre of Boxford, a lovely village with all amenities (2 pubs, 2 shops, post office, cafe, butcher, village hall) only a minute or two away by foot. Everything about the cottage is done to an excellent standard. It is well equipped with everything you need and was spotless. The bed was super comfy and both the bedding and towels were of high quality. The courtyard furniture and umbrella were great for alfresco drinks and food (we were lucky to coincide with a heatwave). Great location, great cottage - would definitely book again.
Had a lovely stay in this very picturesque property. Great location for our wedding venue. Lovely part of Suffolk
What an outstanding place to stay. The Temple was stunning in spacious wonderful grounds. The building and furnishings were fantastic , and we couldn’t have asked for more. It was a brilliant place for a family holiday. Idyllic Cottages staff and the estate staff were friendly and very helpful. Definitely a great place to stay.
This is a really special place and everything was perfect. Stylish, well equipped, comfortable and in a beautiful, tranquil location. Dog walks were literally on the doorstep which as well as being convenient, was ideal to explore the surrounding countryside. Am already thinking about when I can return...
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I really enjoyed my stay. Owners were friendly and helpful, but not intrusive at all. Property very private, homely and comfortable. Wonderful to have your own private pool !
Our recent stay at The Tryst in Lavenham was nothing short of enchanting. From the moment we stepped through its ancient doorway, we were transported to a bygone era, yet enveloped in a comfort that made our rural getaway absolutely perfect. The Tryst itself is a magnificent example of Lavenham's incredible heritage. As one of the village's oldest homes, this Grade 1 Listed property showcases traditional mid-15th Century timber-framed architecture at its finest. Every corner reveals historic features, some even dating back to the Elizabethan age, allowing you to genuinely "step back into th...more
We were fortunate with the weather and had excellent days locally in Lavenham, Boxford, Long Melford and Sudbury itself. Further afield we visited Constable Country - Flatford and Dedham. We also had a very instructive day at Sutton Hoo. Although we live in Somerset, we had never visited this area before so it was all a real pleasure. Our Australian friends, with whom we shared the rental, also hugely enjoyed it all. The cottage was perfect for our needs. Just one small quibble - there seemed to have been a mix-up between cottages.com and our hosts (Alex and Alex) because they weren't ex...more
Constable lodge is well set up and there was no superficial dirt, although some of the floors (bathroom particularly) are in need of a deep clean. The main drawback is that the parking is non-existent and the roadside parking mentioned in the instructions was all occupied so it is some distance to any safe and available parking. This could be made clearer before booking. We only cooked one meal but did find that many of the kitchen pots/utensils had obviously been put away after a quick go through the dishwasher and not checked. The pan was greasy and there were strands of vegetable in the gra...more
It was a charming cottage centrally located in the village. The place was comfortable and quite spacious. Lovely garden to enjoy especially when the weather is as beautiful as we had!!
A lovely converted property, quiet and out of the way, but close enough to get to local attractions. Well equipped and lots of space outside and inside.
We enjoyed our stay and the complimentary items were a surprise and nice touch. I wished I had longer in the property by getting access earlier which would have made it more value for money
Lovely village and location but cleanliness could be improved especially kitchen stuff. Feels like it needs a deep clean.