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  • 2 guests

  • 1 bedroom

  • 1 bathroom

  • 538 sq/ft

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Every inch of this stunning thatched barn set in the Suffolk countryside has been meticulously restored by master craftsmen using centuries-old techniques to create the perfect romantic retreat or solo escape. Step inside and prepare to be wowed by the open-plan living room and kitchen, with a comfy seating area, gas fire and farmhouse-style kitchen beneath a soaring double-height ceiling with the exposed original timber frame on show. Vast floor-to-ceiling windows ensure that there's plenty of natural light alongside views over the lovely garden. Climb the open staircase up to the mezzanine floor to find an inviting bedroom and reading area where you're free to relax and unwind at any time of day or night. In the enclosed gardens, you'll find outdoor seating to make the most of long summer evenings and alfresco meals, a fire pit to gather around once the sun has set.


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What to expect


Highlights

Visit the picturesque Suffolk coast – you'll find the charming seaside town of Aldeburgh an hour away

Visit the picturesque Suffolk coast – you'll find the charming seaside town of Aldeburgh an hour away

Curl up in the hanging cocoon chair with a good book

Curl up in the hanging cocoon chair with a good book

Cosy up by the fire after a Sunday lunch at The Buxhall Crown, a twenty-five-minute walk away

Cosy up by the fire after a Sunday lunch at The Buxhall Crown, a twenty-five-minute walk away

Enjoy a tranquil night's sleep in secluded surroundings

Enjoy a tranquil night's sleep in secluded surroundings

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Home truths

    Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available on request – just bring your own linen

    We'd recommend a car to explore the area – there's on-site parking

    Bikes are available for both children and adults – please check with your hosts that they will be available during your stay

    Access to the home is via a private entrance

    Your host welcomes well-behaved dogs here – additional fees may apply – The two gardens front and back are enclosed and there is a further expanse of meadow and woodland with places to swing a hammock or light up a fire-pit

    The chickens are now housed, not roaming free, they do provide fresh eggs for guests in the laying season

About this stay


Amenities

Outdoor fireplace / firepit

Outdoor seating

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Parking available

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 1 bed

1 bathroom

Extras


Additional fees

  • Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you for an additional fee of £20 per pet, per week (for up to 7 days). Breed restrictions apply – please check with the host before booking to discuss the suitability of this home for you and your pet.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Bury St. Edmonds

With everything from award-winning fine dining to traditional menus, Bury St. Edmunds is known as Suffolk’s foodie town. And beer drinkers are well-catered for too, thanks to the brewery offering guided tours and a whole host of pubs – including one of the smallest in Britain. Add to that an array of cosy restaurants, independent cafes, delicious delis and enticing bars, and anyone with a love of food and drink...

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Explore Bury St Edmunds Abbey

Explore Bury St Edmunds Abbey

Immerse yourself in history at the ruins of this Benedictine abbey. Marvel at the stunning stained glass windows and enjoy the well-maintained grounds. Accessible for those with mobility issues.

33 min

Get around

Airport

Norwich

1 hr 24 min

London Stansted

1 hr 54 min

London Southend

1 hr 47 min

Train station

Elmswell

9 min

Bus stop

The Crown

24 min

Local shops & services

Supermarket

8 min

Cafe

5 min

Pharmacy

9 min

Points of interest

Beach

Dovercourt Beach

1 hr 6 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

    Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Mark

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. For over twenty years, Mark has been providing guests with a lovely collection of hand-picked, characterful cottages in Suffolk and Essex. Each home has authentic five-star charm on the inside, and idyllic rural settings on the outside. He'll go the extra mile to make sure you have a fantastic stay, so whatever you need, don't hesitate to ask.

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