Not every holiday destination has to be bold and flashy. Sometimes you want low-key and relaxed, and that’s precisely what the charming Suffolk village of Stonham Aspal delivers. Even if you’ve never visited before, arriving at your choice of its beautiful cottages to rent will feel like coming home. The village has a timeless feel with many buildings dating back to the 14th and 15th Centuries, and even the remains of a Roman hypocaust - the earliest form of underfloor heating. Stonham Aspal is in the heart of the stunning Suffolk countryside yet also within easy reach of beautiful beaches and vibrant towns and cities. Easy to get to from London, this is a great choice for a few days away relaxing. Read more
Barn Cottage No 4 is a well equipped cottage, set in the heart of the Mid Suffolk Countryside surrounded by farmland. The cottage is all ground floor with no stairs inside the property and offers an escape from the noise and stress of every day life as it is tucked away down a quiet country lane. The Cottage is perfect for couples and solo travellers. It is a great location to explore the Suffolk countryside and towns of Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds, as well as the beautiful heritage coast of Southwold and Aldeburgh
Barn Cottage No 1 is a well equipped cottage, set in the heart of the Mid Suffolk Countryside surrounded by farmland. It is part of a converted barn and offers an escape from the noise and stress of every day life as it is tucked away down a quiet country lane. The Cottage is perfect for couples and solo travellers. It is a great location to explore the Suffolk countryside and towns of Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds, as well as the beautiful heritage coast of Southwold and Aldeburgh
"The Milking Parlour, Henley" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Mid Suffolk District. All spread across the ground floor, this stunning property comes with high wooden beamed vaulted ceilings and perfectly polished real oak Parquet floor throughout. The property has been luxuriously furnished throughout and makes for the most...
"Jasmine Farm Stables" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Mid Suffolk District. Jasmine Farm Stables is a beautifully restored former stables set within the picturesque Suffolk countryside. The property is well equipped with everything you could need for a romantic break away. Boasting a hot tub, you have everything you...
"Carriage House, Bruisyard" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. The beautiful market town of Framlingham is mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086) and has been known since Anglo Saxon times, when it consisted of several manors which William the Conqueror (1066-1087) presented to Roger Bigod. The town is of...
"Dolly Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Set within a pretty and quiet lane just a stones throw from the market square within Woodbridge lies the quaint and cosy Dolly Cottage. This cute little home is the perfect romantic retreat for couples.Size: Sleeps up to 2, 1...
"Ivy House Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Mid Suffolk District. High Suffolk's thriving community of Stradbroke is home to two top-notch inns and a few small stores. The community is a short drive from the picturesque countryside of the Suffolk Coast National Natural Reserve as well as the historic market...
"Ploughman's" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Mid Suffolk District. The village of Hoxne is one of Suffolk's most attractive villages, home to a Post Office, a 15th century Grade II listed pub, and streets lined with a range of chocolate-box cottages. Within an hour’s drive you can be touring the Norfolk...
"Rose Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Rose Cottage, a cottage perfect for two, is situated in the village Great Bealings, just a few miles from the market town of Woodbridge and less than 15 miles to Felixstowe. Other attractions in this area of Suffolk include the towns of...
"Larksfield Snug" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Located in the quiet village of Debach, this cosy retreat for two is the ideal base to explore the popular market town of Woodridge. Enjoy a glass of wine in the private courtyard while taking in the countryside views. Also close by is Ufford...
"Rhubarb Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Woodbridge is a historic riverside market town boasting an outstanding selection of independent shops, restaurants and pubs. The town has been famous for boatbuilding, rope and sail making since the Middle Ages. The working tide mill is a major...
"Little Oakland" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Little Oakland is on one level and situated near the owner's home in the village of Waldringfield. Its ideal location near the River Deben is good for exploring Suffolk's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and for activities like bird watching,...
"Woodland Retreat Shepherd's Hut, Brundish" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Mid Suffolk District. This compact and cosy shepherds hut may be small but has everything for a luxurious short break for two. The clever accommodation has underfloor heating and includes a bedroom area with a double bed that can be converted to a sofa during the...
"The Coach House at Hill House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Mid Suffolk District. This delightful hideaway for two is set in the historic conservation area of Eye, a pretty market town surrounded by unspoiled countryside. The property, once a coach house, has been skilfully refurbished to create a luxurious retreat while...
"Black Tiles" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Situated in a quiet and pretty village in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, this property is a great base to explore from. Dennington itself boasts a fantastic pub just a stone’s throw from the cottage, as well as a lovely tearoom on the...
"Search Light Meadow" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Set within a lovely, rural village location, Search Light Meadow, offers a wonderful countryside retreat for four guests. This log cabin style holiday home is aptly named for its wartime efforts as a Search Light area to help defend against...
"Owl Lodge - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Mid Suffolk District. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home features a TV, a washing machine, a private entrance, as well as heating. The unit has 2 beds.
"Barn in Suffolk" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Ipswich District. Located on the private grounds surrounded by beautiful countryside and farmland you really will feel relaxed and at one with nature during your stay at this property. Directly from the property, you have public footpaths, one of which takes you...
"Jasmine Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. With a pretty front garden and a courtyard at the rear perfect for al fresco dining, charming Jasmine Cottage near the centre of Woodbridge is the perfect spot for a romantic getaway in this beautiful part of Suffolk. Tastefully and comfortably...
"Grange Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in St. Edmundsbury District. Felsham is a pretty village which comes with a local shops, a pub and a church dating back to the 15th century. Within the surrounding area, you will find a magnitude of villages filled with a wealth of architecture spanning the decades and...
"Shepherds Hut at The Hollies" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Woodbridge is a historic riverside market town boasting an outstanding selection of independent shops, restaurants and pubs. The town has been famous for boatbuilding, rope and sail making since the Middle Ages. The working tide mill is a major...
"Littles Limes" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Woodbridge, a historic riverside market town, has many independent shops, restaurants, and pubs. Since the Middle Ages, the town has been known for rope, sail, and boatbuilding. The working tide mill is a must-see for tourists. Boating,...
"Straw Bale Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Mid Suffolk District. Finished and fitted to an excellent standard this property offers comfort and quality in the heart of one of Suffolk's most popular towns. Southwold provides a wealth of opportunity to visitors with its famous pier, arcade and selection of pubs...
"No.36 Debenham" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Mid Suffolk District. Nestled in the heart of Suffolk, Debenham is a quintessential English village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. In this charming village, you can meander along picturesque streets lined with historic...
"Pantiles" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Woodbridge is a historic riverside market town with a diverse range of independent shops, restaurants, and pubs. Since the Middle Ages, the town has been known for boatbuilding, rope making, and sail making. The working tide mill is a major...
"Bird Cottage, Burgh" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Suffolk Coastal District. Grundisburgh is a picturesque village located just 3 miles from Woodbridge and 6 miles from the county town of Ipswich. The village centre surrounds a wonderful green with a network of paths and roadways, some crossing the river via fords and...
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For Families - You won’t have to put up with the sound of stroppy kids whinging that they are bored, because there are plenty of family-friendly activities and attractions near Stonham Aspal. Sutton Hoo is around half an hour’s drive from the centre of town. The site offers not only the temptation of seeing an authentic Viking Great Ship burial for a king but also a host of fascinating exhibits, an adventure playground and other fun activities for kids such as free watercolour kits and a Gruesome Graves Tour. Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park is half an hour south of the village. In the 15 years since Jimmy Doherty started the Essex Pig Company, the farm has grown to encompass a wildlife park, tea rooms, playgrounds, woodland walks, animal talks and plenty more to appeal to families. Framlingham Castle is a favourite spot for a picnic or a slice of cake in the cafe. They often have child-friendly activities during school holidays, so investigate their website in advance of your visit. A day at the beach is on the bucket list of most children. The seaside resort of Southwold is within an hour’s drive of Stonham Aspal, as is Aldeburgh.
For Walkers & Cyclists - Staying in the heart of the Suffolk countryside gives direct access to beautiful walks and cycling routes which, because Suffolk is reasonably flat, are perfect for every fitness level. There is an easy six-mile loop passing through woodland around the village, while the National Cycle Network route 51 passes through nearby Stowmarket.
For Foodies - You only have to see the quality of farmland to know that regionally sourced Suffolk food tastes delicious. Pick up locally reared meat from one of several farm shops in the area and enjoy it seared on the barbecue and accompanied by locally brewed Aspall cider. Adnams has been distilling spirits and brewing beer in Southwold for more than 140 years, and there are plenty of other independent bakers, confectioners and ice creameries to satisfy those with a sweet tooth. Aldeburgh’s annual food festival over the last week in September attracts foodies from around the country, with markets and events in Ipswich, Newmarket, Framlingham and other towns and villages all year round.
For Nature Lovers - The area around Stonham Aspal is a haven for birds and wildlife, so be sure to remember your binoculars if you are a keen twitcher. Virtually on the doorstep, the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary allows visitors to get up close and personal with owls, raptors and other types of birds. They do fantastic work to protect vulnerable and injured birds and hold events like Hawk Walks and beginner falconry days. Also close to holiday cottages in Stonham Aspal is Needham Lake with a peaceful walk around the water and beautiful foliage, especially in autumn. The Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is an easy 30-minute drive from the village, while the drive to RSPB Minsmere takes a little longer but is worth the effort.
Stonham Aspal is peaceful and picturesque yet close to some of Suffolk’s best-loved attractions and within easy reach of beaches and the cities of Norwich and Ipswich. The area has a cross-generational appeal, and it is understandable why children who visit here on holiday grow up to bring their own families back for a relaxing, stress-free holiday.
