Hawthorn Lodge, a light and spacious single storey detached house with open plan kitchen diner sitting room with wood-burning stove, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms – fully designed for wheelchair use with level access throughout. Sleeps up to 4. Stroll down the local footpath to enjoy the spectacular views across the Blyth estuary - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a bird-watcher's paradise.
One of the issues with group holidays is finding a holiday home where everyone can socialise without compromising their privacy when they need their own space. Lattice Lodge is ideal, sleeping 28 people in 14 bedrooms, each with an ensuite shower room and a TV. The kitchen is exceptionally well-equipped for a group self-catering holiday in Ipswich, and you're within walking distance of pubs, cafes and restaurants if you'd rather dine out. Guests at Lattice Lodge have included those hosting family and friends from out of town for a wedding, productions housing theatre troupes, family reunions, and those celebrating milestone events. Price shown is for 11 rooms sleeping up to 22 people (up to 3 additional ensuite bedrooms are available at a pro-rata additional cost).
The Old Neptune is a superb choice for group accommodation in Suffolk which gives guests a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building in the heart of Ipswich Old Town, steps from the marina and within easy reach of the Suffolk Coast. The Grade II listed building dates from the 1500s and has retained many original features while being carefully updated to provide a high standard of comfort for 21st Century guests. It is a fantastic place to host special milestone celebrations, hen weekend activities, intimate wedding parties, team building events, or family Christmases.
Celebrate a special occasion in this magnificent country house just two hours from London, close to Aldeburgh and only a short drive from the pretty market town of Woodbridge. Pettistree House is an early Georgian country house in which the owners have carefully restored original features like big sash windows and wall panelling, hiding away modern comforts like underfloor heating. Pettistree House provides the perfect place to host your country house party, with 15 stunning bedrooms sleeping up to 30 people and 13 private acres of parkland. The house feels like a luxurious boutique hotel, yet guests enjoy space and convenience of staying in a private residence.
If you are searching for somewhere special for a romantic holiday in the countryside, then look no further than Partridge. This charming self-catering barn conversion offers guests 5-Star (Gold) accommodation in the heart of the Waveney Valley, with facilities including a games barn, gym and an outdoor hot tub. Wheatacre Hall Barns are close to Beccles, The Broads and beaches like Great Yarmouth, Southwold and Lowestoft making them a perfect choice for a holiday. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
This romantic barn conversion is perfect for couples, providing a 5-Star Gold standard of luxury in a fantastic location on a working dairy and arable farm in the Waveney Valley. Pheasant is one of a collection of eight luxury Norfolk holiday cottages at Wheatacre Hall Barns, giving guests access to a wide variety of amenities that include a games barn, Fitness Barn outdoor hot tub. Beccles is a few miles away while Norfolk, The Broads and Great Yarmouth are all within half an hour's drive. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Sleeping up to six guests, Snipe affords fantastic amenities for your holiday that include a games barn, outdoor hot tub and a gym. Unsurprisingly, it is no wonder couples, families and friends all love this luxury self-catering cottage at Wheatacre Hall Barns. The location in the Waveney Valley is close to Beccles and the Norfolk Broads National Park and within easy reach of Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Southwold. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
There is space for everyone including the dog at Wheatacre Hall Barns. This collection of eight luxurious Norfolk cottages is on a family-run arable and dairy farm where guests can explore the farm and even watch the cows being milked in the parlour. Facilities include a games room and soft play area, lots of space to play outdoors and a sheltered outdoor hot tub, all in an idyllically rural location close to Beccles and The Broads, and just half an hour from Norwich and the coast at Great Yarmouth and Southwold. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Wheatacre Hall Barns have everything you need for an amazing family holiday. The eight luxurious barn conversions are on a family-run dairy and arable farm in the Waveney Valley, a games barn and soft play room, gym and outdoor hot tub as well as lots of space to roam and play freely. The holiday cottages sleep between two and seven people and are within walking distance of the Wheatacre White Lion pub. Beccles is just a few miles away, with Norwich, The Broads and the coast a relaxed half an hour's drive. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Pack up the family and make your way to luxurious Wheatacre Hall Barns close to Beccles in the beautiful Waveney Valley. There are eight 5-Star holiday cottages on the 1,100-acre working farm, with guest amenities that include a games barn, gym, and an outdoor hot tub. Whether you are a couple escaping to the country for a quiet weekend with the dog, or you are searching for the perfect location for your annual self-catering holiday with your extended family and friends, you will love having so much space to spread out and have fun. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
This luxurious barn conversion is on a 1,100-acre farm in the beautiful Waveney Valley, close to Beccles and The Broads and less than half an hour from the coast. Coot has space for up to six people to sleep in three bedrooms, with the option of booking one or more of the other 5-Star Gold standard holiday cottages to accommodate groups of extended family and friends. The onsite facilities are superb and include a games room, exercise barn and an outdoor hot tub. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
You and your family can stay in complete comfort at Mallard Barn. This fantastic cottage is on a 1,100-acre farm in the heart of the Waveney Valley, close to the Norfolk Broads National Park and within easy reach of Norwich and the coast. There is space for seven people to sleep in three bedrooms, with an open-plan living area that has been designed and furnished with socialising in mind. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
An exceptionally attractive luxurious Suffolk Farmhouse with heaps of character sitting in a peaceful countryside position within easy reach of the areas many attractions. With a large garden and wood burning stove, this is a cosy retreat at any time of the year and perfect for a family holiday or weekend away with friends.
This delightful holiday cottage is the ideal place to spend a relaxing holiday in the popular coastal town of Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Perfectly located, it is just a ten minute stroll from both the beach and town with its great shops and restaurants, and a great base for exploring this lovely stretch of coastline and the Suffolk countryside.
Alfred’s Barn, a stunning timber-framed thatched barn dating from 1740, close to Dunwich, Walberswick and Southwold. With a vast open plan kitchen sitting and dining area, sitting TV room, games room, and 4 bedrooms (2 ensuite), the barn is full of original details with a contemporary style and sleeps up to 8. This amazing conversion is extremely spacious, full of light and furnished with a pleasant mix of classic and contemporary style. Located in an idyllic rural setting at Grove Farm with its extensive gardens and surrounded by farmland, woods, an orchard, and ponds, it provides the perfect holiday escape. For larger groups who choose to also stay in the other properties at Grove Farm, the dining area seats up to 27 people (with extra tables and benches) under the unique globe chandeliers.
The Milking Parlour is an exceptionally spacious converted farm building close to the beaches at Dunwich, Walberswick and Southwold. With a bright and spacious open plan kitchen diner, a sitting room with a classic Jotul wood stove and 2 bedrooms, it sleeps up to 4 in double or twin beds. The floor to ceiling glazed doors provide amazing light and open on to the terrace and extensive south facing garden. The galleried hall with the open plan dining area, seating area and stylish kitchen beyond, creates a relaxing and wonderful space for a holiday. This delightful holiday cottage has been restored to an exceptionally high standard by its owner who has paid much attention to provide a charming blend of character features with a contemporary feel.
This fifteenth century farmhouse, set in an idyllic location, The Farmhouse at Grove Farm offers a peaceful rural escape yet near to the seaside towns of Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich and excellent pubs and restaurants. Restored to exceptionally high standards retaining its original features, it provides two sitting rooms with open fires, a huge kitchen diner seating up to 21 (with table extensions), six individually designed bedrooms and three bathrooms. The Farmhouse accommodates up to thirteen guests, making it ideal for large groups of friends or family who want to holiday together or celebrate a special occasion. For a larger party, the four properties at Grove Farm sleep up to 27 people with ample dining in Alfred's Barn.
Simon's Cottage is a traditional dog-friendly holiday home situated close to the Suffolk coast near Aldeburgh and Thorpeness. A good self-catering base for exploring the beautiful Suffolk coast and its many attractions.
“ We were warm and comfortable. Super location. We had everything we needed.” Guest in January 2025 High House is a family-friendly holiday home in a quiet location near Covehithe Beach and only five miles from the famous seaside resort of Southwold with its beach, pier and quaint town cottages. The village shop and pub are both within walking distance, and there are some gorgeous footpaths and cycling routes nearby. It's a fantastic choice for families and friends, including those with dogs, as there is lots of space inside and out, and favourite attractions like Framlingham Castle and Beccles Lido within easy reach.
The Old Brooder is on the 500-acre Milden Hall working farm near Lavenham, Suffolk and comfortably accommodates up to 22 guests. Featuring five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a charming Shepherds Hut, and a spacious kitchen and dining area, it’s perfect for gathering all your favourites for an incredible time to enjoy outdoor activities like garden games, cycling, or kayaking on the River Stour, and explore local attractions, from antique hunting in Lavenham to visits to National Trust properties. Ideal for hen parties, family retreats, or adventure-seekers, this enchanting big holiday home for group accommodation blends comfort and charm for an unforgettable getaway surrounded by breath-taking countryside. ALWAYS ASK FOR A QUOTE AS PRICES VARY FOR GROUP SIZE, LENGTH OF STAY, TIME OF YEAR.
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