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The Bungalow

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Guests 2 guests Bedrooms 1 bedroom Bathrooms 1 bath From: €243 weekly

Holiday Rental Description

Holiday home
The Bungalow is a detached single storey property on the owners’ fishing farm in Suffolk, with shared use of a unheated outdoor swimming pool. There is one double bedroom which can also be offered as a twin, as well as a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. The fitted kitchen has a dining area, and there is a sitting room with storage heaters. Outside, there is off road parking, and guests have use of 12 acres of grounds including a course fishing lake and a unheated outdoor swimming pool. The Bungalow makes a lovely peaceful base throughout the year.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. One double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request). Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Area
Bentley is a small village in Suffolk, close to the pretty Dedham Vale, ideal for exploring Constable country. Enjoy riverside walks, visit NT Flatford Mill, discover Sutton Hoo or head into Ipswich for the shops, bars and restaurants.

Region
Picturesque rolling Fens, unspoilt beaches, and pretty waterways – East Anglia is a dream holiday destination. Norfolk offers beaches, saltmarshes and quaint villages whilst equally as charming are the coast and countryside of Suffolk.

Amenities
Economy 7 heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car. Twelve acres of shared gardens with table and chairs. Shared use with owners of unheated outdoor swimming pool (June to Sept). Fishing available at £3 per day by arrangement with owner. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile. Note: Children aged 8 and over only, due to fishing lake. Note: Fresh vegetables, free range eggs and logs available to purchase from owner.

Key Features

  • Garden
  • Parking
  • Swimming pool

Holiday Rental Amenities

  • Cooker
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • Kettle
  • Linen provided
  • Log fire
  • Parking
  • Parking space
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Washing machine
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Key Features
  • Garden
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  • Swimming pool

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Self-Catering Reviews

Mrs Walkowiak
September 2020
Perfect location for where I wished to explore.. Excellent hosts. Excellent Cottage and facilities. Can not thank the hosts enough for their kindness.
Mrs Walkowiak, September 2020
September 2020
Very comfortable accommodation and very generous welcome pack..
Mr Callow, September 2020
August 2020
The Bungalow was great, had everything you could need.. Hosts Beverly and Dave were very welcoming and helpful. The welcome pack was much appreciated, milk tea, coffee, fresh eggs from the farm. We were able to purchase fresh veg and fresh eggs from the farm Swimming pool area is nice and relaxing, didn't go in pool as the weather was a bit chilly. They have three wonderful and friendly dogs, Ness, Poppy and Fern. They loved being with the visitors and they would come with us for a walk around the lovely grounds every day. Nice area for visiting Suffolk, we went to Flatford Mill, Lavenham, Woodbridge, Long Melford. Would definitely recommend this bungalow and we hope to go back in the near future.
Mrs Alderman, August 2020
March 2020
The Bungalow was comfortable and clean of course but what made it remarkable was the owners--friendly, welcoming and helpful: willing to stop and chat with useful information.. All in all a great holiday, which unfortunately we had to cut short because of the virus out break. We would certainly recommend a stay here. Also, the dogs were entertaining!!
Mr Edwards, March 2020
December 2019
This holiday cottage far exceeded expectations - everything you could have wanted was provided - it was spotless & extremely comfortable - I give it 12 out of 10! !
Mrs Patrick, December 2019
November 2019
Quiet yet handy location for exploring Suffolk and surrounding areas, practical, clean and comfortable accommodation, Beverley and Dave very welcoming hosts and provided little extra touches that made our stay all the more enjoyable, would definitely recommend and will book again when we return to Suffolk..
Mr Kelly, November 2019
October 2019
Fantastic welcome and help throughout my stay - I will quite likely be back!
Miss Mann, October 2019
September 2019
The owners were very helpful and friendly.. The bungalow was very clean and comfortable and the welcome pack was much appreciated. The swimming pool was a lovely bonus that I used a lot. I would recommend this place to everyone. It's handy for sightseeing as well.
Mrs Hicks, September 2019
July 2019
Lovely couple, David and Bev could'nt do enough for us.. Wonderful mega fresh vegatables and fruit and eggs available from their small holding. Very comfortable bungalow with a huge bed! Quiet unmolested fishing available with decent size fish to be caught, you just need to be patient. Lovely grounds with freedom to roam and enjoy the nature that this sensitively farmed area allows to thrive. An absolute Suffolk gem, we will return.
Mr Thomas, July 2019
July 2019
We wanted a comfortable peaceful and relaxing break to start of our retirement.. The bungalow gave us all of this. The setting is perfect the hosts very helpful unobtrusive and friendly. The bonus of the lovely swimming pool and the opportunity to purchase fresh eggs and vegetables was really useful. We would definitely book again.
Mr Cochrane
June 2019
The owners Bev & Dave are so warm and friendly the Bungalow is for sure 5 star with such a wonderful Welcome Pack also being greeted by there 3 super dogs the farm is such a peaceful place to be Will be back that's for sure !
Mrs Steeples, July 2019
June 2019
A very warm welcome from Bev and David.. Nothing is too much trouble. Very comfortable accommodation spotlessly presented. Also enjoyed a few good fishing sessions. If you are looking for a getyre away from it all peaceful holiday this is the place.
Mrs Pride
March 2019
Was thrilled to see that the kitchen was newer than the photos on Sykes website and that the bathroom was only two weeks old.. The welcome pack was gratefully received and eggs from owner's chickens were delicious as was the rhubarb!! Very comfortable and homely in a peaceful and beautiful location. Plenty of walking without the need to take the car out. Bev & David were so kind and helpful and we enjoyed our daily chats with them. Thank you Bev & David.
Mr Fox
December 2018
Second visit so was just as expected.. First class and nothing too much trouble Booked up for december 2019 already Too cold in december to use swimming pool On Christmas day layer of ice on swimming pool.very scenic lol
Mr Harris
October 2018
This is a very pleasant haven to come back to after touring the area..
Mr Morris
October 2018
The owners Dave and Beverley made us feel very welcome and left loads of provisions for us on our arrival.. Highly recomended.
Mrs Liggins
September 2018
Had been before so knew it was good.. Very warm welcome from our hosts with really good welcome pack etc Made good use of the swimming pool. Very comfortable bed
Mrs Sunderland
August 2018
Very enjoyable holiday.. Owners very friendly and helpful.
Mr Whitmarsh
August 2018
There is a lot of stuff that is impossible to include in a description like the friendliness of the property's owners; the amazing welcome and welcome pack (not all property owners think to leave even as little as some milk - these people had left bacon, eggs, milk, butter, bread, fruit, cakes, basket with tea bags/coffee bags); the chats at the end of the day showing an interest in what we had done without being nosey and advice on parking,etc.. ; the offer to run us to the station and pick us up at the end of the day (offer gratefully accepted); repairs to a failed headlight on car. We have never come across hosts like it. They were brilliant.
Mrs Izbi
August 2018
This spacious and clean cottage is set in wonderful surroundings - David grows delicious vegetables in very well-kept land and showed us around the farm.. The pool behind the bungalow is cold and refreshing in the hot weather. Alton Waters nearby is a most beautiful reservoir with biking, playground for kids and watersports which was unfortunately closed when we came - due to algae. David and Beverly are by far the greatest hosts! (BTW the Bungalow does have WiFi, contrary to the listing on Sykes.)
Mrs Rol
July 2018
Very clean and comfortable cottage.. The pool is lovely and just for us! We had drinks by the pool and evening meals. We picked our own tomatoes and cucumber and helped with clearing the potatoes just because we liked it so much. David and Beverly are very kind hosts. The jam and pickles are own homemade. We visited many places and everything is easy to drive. Even went to Cambridge and beautiful Anglesy Abbey.
Mrs Tyson
July 2018
The bungalow and location were perfect.. There was a very comprehensive welcome pack that included 2 buns (yummy), milk, butter, fruit, jam, bacon and eggs and the bed was a super king size and very comfortable. The pool is large and we spent many hours sitting round it. Beverley and David couldn't have been more helpful even though they had the farm to look after. They sell their veg and fruit and the eggs from their chickens and if you fish there is a large lake. We would certainly recommend anyone to holiday at the bungalow. Already missing the 3 adorable dogs and talking to Beverley and David.
Mr Burt
June 2018
We were made very welcome by Beverly and David who were very helpful.. We enjoyed all the fresh fruit and vegetables, grown on their smallholding,and being able to walk around their land.They provided us with a very generous welcome pack.We thoroughly enjoyed our stay as we had never been to Suffolk before and found it to be a very pretty and interesting area.It is a shame it is so far away from our home,but the journeys were very good.
Mrs Armitage
March 2018
The Bungalow very comfortable clean warm and peaceful area.. The owners left a great welcome pack and they where very friendly and helpful can recommend The Bungalow.
Mr Fox
December 2017
Really outstanding.. Welcome pack provided and the owners couldn't be more helpful. Would gladly recommend and will be going back. Pleased with everything. Many thanks Phil fox
Mrs Berrisford
October 2017
Lovely hosts, very friendly and helpful.. The bungalow was in beautiful surroundings.
Mr English
September 2017
Owners first class nothing to much trouble .... Owners first class nothing to much trouble Left lots of goodies milk bread fruit butter tea coffee chocolate jam eggs lovely couple We will be back
Mr Isaac
September 2017
The Bungalow was lovely, clean and home from home.. We had a great time, had a lovely rest and peaceful time.
Mr Isaac, September 2017
October 2016
The cottage was exellent, very good value and the owners David and Beverly could not have been more welcoming, situated about 9 miles from Manningtree its a ideal place for roaming Suffolk and Essex.. Highly recommended.
Mr Bulldeath, October 2016
September 2016
Beverley and David Page were so helpful and kind that they made our stay at The Bungalow so enjoyable and memorable.. A swim in the pool was a wonderful way to start the day.
Jacqui L
August 2016
Wonderful greeting and welcome pack from our hosts Beverley and David Page, also from Fern and Nessie their friendly dogs. This is a well appointed bungalow with everything we needed for a relaxing holiday, including the fresh vegetables, eggs etc to purchase. The pool at the rear was well used giving us a refreshing start and end to our days out. We had the perfect base for touring the local area with Flatford Mill, Dedham and Shotley within easy driving distance. To top it all off we had glorious sunshine all week long. A great big thank you to Bev and David for making us so welcome!
Laura B
August 2016
We had a perfect week at the bungalow, we were very lucky with the weather! The owners are absolutely charming, nothing was too much trouble, and a super welcome pack, that was unexpected. The bungalow was immaculate, fresh and clean. The kitchen has been newly refurbished and contains all you need. We found ourselves eating a meal at the table by the pool most nights as all the fresh air and walking tired us out! The pool is large and clean and right next to the bungalow. The bungalow was far more spacious than I had anticipated, and the super King size bed was also super comfortable! Nothing to fault whatsoever. Thank you so much Dave and Bev.
Mr Tuchmann, September 2016
August 2016
We had a wonderful holiday at the bungalow.. The owners were absolutely charming, and the bungalow was far more spacious than I had anticipated. The kitchen has been newly done, and is well equipped with top notch appliances. Lovely, comfortable super king size bed too. We couldn't fault it. Thank you
Mr Beard, August 2016
August 2016
Fantastic Holiday, bungalow has everything included for a self catering holiday.. Owners very helpful, approachable people. Daily fresh veg grown by owners at their smallholding. Swimming pool a real treat, I swam morning and evening. Walk around grounds, (srumping strawberies and rasberries!! just a couple...honest) Flatford Mill (Haywain), short drive from bungalow, which is spellbounding. Drive to Shotley (15mins) catch a ferry to Harwich and Felixstowe, round trip £10 for one hour, not tobe missed, beautiful village of Kersy 30mins from bungalow and last but not least Southwold a must. First time I have visited Suffolk, I will visit again very soon.
Miss Grant, August 2016
August 2016
The owners were so friendly and helpful nothing was too much trouble from showing us around the cottage to giving us directions around the area.. There was a lot of interesting things to do and see from coastal areas to local towns and gardens.
Mrs Kear
July 2016
The owners were so friendly and helpful nothing was too much trouble from showing us around the cottage to giving us directions around the area. There was a lot of interesting things to do and see from coastal areas to local towns and gardens.
Mr Blackgrove
June 2016
The Bungalow was clean and well equipped. The hosts were very welcoming. Good walking in the nearby area.
Mrs Kear, July 2016
June 2016
The Bungalow was clean and well equipped.. The hosts were very welcoming. Good walking in the nearby area.
Mrs Green
May 2016
We particularly liked the excellent condition and facilities in The Bungalow, the friendly and helpful owner and the use of the extensive gardens and swimming pool. We loved listening to the nightingales in their trees.
Mr Blackgrove, June 2016
May 2016
We particularly liked the excellent condition and facilities in The Bungalow, the friendly and helpful owner and the use of the extensive gardens and swimming pool.. We loved listening to the nightingales in their trees.
Mrs Old
December 2015
We arrived during a gale and it was so welcoming to see a roaring wood fire to welcome us. Everyone was so friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them. This was our second visit and it certainly will not be our last, this is a gem of a property and anyone would love to stay there.
Mrs Green, May 2016
December 2015
We arrived during a gale and it was so welcoming to see a roaring wood fire to welcome us.. Everyone was so friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them. This was our second visit and it certainly will not be our last, this is a gem of a property and anyone would love to stay there.
Mrs Ballard
September 2015
The Bungalow was excellent and we could not fault anything. The owners were very nice and extremely helpful. It was in a quiet setting with huge grounds to walk around. We would not hesitate to recommend to others.
Mrs Old, December 2015
September 2015
The Bungalow was excellent and we could not fault anything.. The owners were very nice and extremely helpful. It was in a quiet setting with huge grounds to walk around. We would not hesitate to recommend to others.
Mrs Case
July 2015
This comfortable and spotless cottage also had good proximity to tourist attractions, so the holiday ticked all our personal boxes.The owners were also very friendly and helpful.
Mr Ankers
July 2015
This was by far the best accommodation we have stayed in, we could not pick one fault. The owners were very friendly and helpful. The Bungalow was very quiet and peaceful in beautiful surroundings, and was very well equipped. We would most definitely have no problems recommending this property.
PatandChris1
July 2015
This was a lovely cottage in Suffolk. The owners are friendly and helpful and made our stay a real pleasure. The cottage was spotless and very comfortable in nice surroundings. An excellent welcome pack too. We used the pool on three hot days -great! There are free-range eggs , veg and honey to buy too. You can walk by the lake and see kingfishers. TV's Jimmy's farm is only a couple of minutes up the road and it is very close to Flatford Mill and DedhamVale, and not far to Aldeburgh -a lovely seaside small town. We really loved Pin Mill by the River Orwell. We also visited the Beth Chatto gardens near Colchester.
Mrs Ballard, September 2015
July 2015
This comfortable and spotless cottage also had good proximity to tourist attractions, so the holiday ticked all our personal boxes.. The owners were also very friendly and helpful.
Mrs Case, July 2015
July 2015
This was by far the best accommodation we have stayed in, we could not pick one fault.. The owners were very friendly and helpful. The Bungalow was very quiet and peaceful in beautiful surroundings, and was very well equipped. We would most definitely have no problems recommending this property.
Mr Cheers
April 2015
Lovely surroundings, we loved the lake and the hosts were very welcoming. We found the vegetable stall very useful. Thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Bungalow.
Mr Ankers, July 2015
April 2015
Lovely surroundings, we loved the lake and the hosts were very welcoming.. We found the vegetable stall very useful. Thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Bungalow.
Mrs Coleman
December 2014
Peace and tranquillity is what we required! We certainly received this, together with a reception oozing with consideration and kindness.
Mrs Mckenzie
June 2014
A welcome pack was totally unexpected and very useful. The beds were extremely comfortable and the place offered utter peace. We were both surprised at how well the bungalow was fitted out; quite the best self catering accommodation we have ever had. The owners couldn't have been more helpful - lovely people. Nothing but praise for the whole set up.
Mr White
June 2014
Excellent location with plenty of interesting places to visit nearby. The cottage was well presented and the owners were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anybody.
Mr Simpson
June 2014
The bungalow was very clean, warm and welcoming. The hosts were really friendly, there if you needed them but never intrusive. Indeed, having such pleasant hosts contributed to the enjoyment of our holiday. The bungalow is in a delightful setting, very quiet and secluded and yet very well located for Essex/Suffolk attractions. We will certainly return.
Mrs Coleman, December 2014
June 2014
Excellent location with plenty of interesting places to visit nearby.. The cottage was well presented and the owners were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anybody.
Mr White, June 2014
June 2014
A welcome pack was totally unexpected and very useful.. The beds were extremely comfortable and the place offered utter peace. We were both surprised at how well the bungalow was fitted out; quite the best self catering accommodation we have ever had. The owners couldn't have been more helpful - lovely people. Nothing but praise for the whole set up.
Mrs Hall
May 2014
This was our first cottage holiday and we were very pleased with what we found. The welcome, help and friendliness of the owners was wonderful and made the holiday for us. The cottage was spotless and couldn't be faulted.
Mrs Mckenzie, June 2014
May 2014
The bungalow was very clean, warm and welcoming.. The hosts were really friendly, there if you needed them but never intrusive. Indeed, having such pleasant hosts contributed to the enjoyment of our holiday. The bungalow is in a delightful setting, very quiet and secluded and yet very well located for Essex/Suffolk attractions. We will certainly return.
Mr Simpson, May 2014
May 2014
This was our first cottage holiday and we were very pleased with what we found.. The welcome, help and friendliness of the owners was wonderful and made the holiday for us. The cottage was spotless and couldn't be faulted.
Mrs Old
December 2013
We were made to feel so very welcome. It was such a peaceful situation that we left feeling so relaxed and very sorry to have to go. We will most certainly be going back.
Mr Ives
November 2013
The Bungalow is excellent in every way. A little remote perhaps but this is offset against the accommodation, the grounds to walk around and the use of the pool.
Mrs Hall, May 2014
November 2013
We were made to feel so very welcome.. It was such a peaceful situation that we left feeling so relaxed and very sorry to have to go. We will most certainly be going back.
Mrs Old, November 2013
November 2013
The Bungalow is excellent in every way.. A little remote perhaps but this is offset against the accommodation, the grounds to walk around and the use of the pool.
Mrs Coleman
August 2013
Excellent setting, and the accommodation was outstanding.
Guest
August 2013
We were made very welcome on arrival and soon settled in to explore the large "garden" an surrounding area. The house is comfortable and quiet and the pool was a bonus...shame it was too cold to go in, but this is England! We took bikes and had several very enjoyable rides taking in places such as Flatford Mill, Shotley and even catching the foot ferry to Harwich. Good pub nearby and a short drive into Ipswich. Altogether a very pleasant stay.
Guest
August 2013
Excellent setting, and the accommodation was outstanding..
Mr Plymsol
October 2012
Very generous provisions upon arrival, milk, eggs, butter, bacon, biscuits and bread. Fresh vegetables and eggs for sale. Very friendly and helpful owners. Very interesting area to explore, lots to do and see, hope to return.
Mrs Coleman, August 2013
September 2012
Very generous provisions upon arrival, milk, eggs, butter, bacon, biscuits and bread.. Fresh vegetables and eggs for sale. Very friendly and helpful owners. Very interesting area to explore, lots to do and see, hope to return.
Mr McGuire
August 2012
Great location to places that I wanted to see.
Mr Plymsol, September 2012
August 2012
Great location to places that I wanted to see..
Mr Cole
July 2012
Very helpful owners with a comfortable cottage.
Mr Lovett
July 2012
A good number of places of interest within easy driving distance.
Mrs Cain
July 2012
A very relaxed holiday. The owners very friendly. Plenty of home grown produce. A good place to tour from.
Mr Jeffrey
July 2012
An excellent base for exploring Suffolk. Friendly helpful owners and fresh produce on site.
Mr McGuire, August 2012
July 2012
Very helpful owners with a comfortable cottage..
Mr Cole, July 2012
June 2012
A very relaxed holiday.. The owners very friendly. Plenty of home grown produce. A good place to tour from.
Mrs Cain, June 2012
June 2012
An excellent base for exploring Suffolk.. Friendly helpful owners and fresh produce on site.
Mr Jeffrey, June 2012
May 2012
A good number of places of interest within easy driving distance..
Mrs Anderson
September 2011
The owners were very welcoming and helpful. Plenty of fresh vegetables, preserves and eggs available. Very nice secluded swimming pool area.
Mr Lovett, May 2012
September 2011
The owners were very welcoming and helpful.. Plenty of fresh vegetables, preserves and eggs available. Very nice secluded swimming pool area.
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