In the historic market town of Hadleigh, this Tudor cottage makes for the perfect romantic bolthole. Days can be filled with riverside walks and cycles along the old railway line out into the countryside (your host provides bicycles). The town centre is just a few minutes walk and has cafés, pubs and shops to keep you going.

Heading back to this cottage after a day in the outdoors is a delight, especially once you get the stove going in the living room. Low ceilings with old, timber beams keep things snug and cosy and there’s a little library of books should you wish to take things back to analogue. You can still feel the 1600s in the beams on display in the bedroom too. If it’s a sunny day, head out to the patio and fire up the barbecue (perhaps with some herbs from the herb garden) or just enjoy an evening tipple in the peace of the countryside.

Home truths:
*There are old, steep steps up to the bedrooms so this place may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*The additional bedroom can fit one adult in a single bed
*Your host provides bikes to explore the old railway path if you wish
*On-street parking is available in the cul-de-sac opposite this home
*Your host can provide a travel cot and high chair for infants, just ask