Rural retreat in the grounds of West Stow Hall

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A stone building with a tiled roof, outdoor seating with chairs and a table, a barbecue grill, and a wheelbarrow.
A stone building with a tiled roof, a metal gate, and a door with glass panels.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a stove, and a bookshelf.
A cozy kitchen with a dining table set for breakfast, a sofa in the living area, and a television in the corner.
A kitchen with a dining table set for breakfast, a coffee machine, and a cat on the counter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Larkwood Trout Fishery

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bury Saint Edmunds
  • Place, Larkwood Trout Fishery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fuller's Mill Garden
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1

1 Double Bed

2

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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Property grounds
Country house in the walled garden of historic West Stow Hall
Bury St. Edmunds
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
Country house in the walled garden of historic West Stow Hall

About the area

Bury St Edmunds

Located in Bury St Edmunds, this holiday home is in a rural area. Lackford Lakes and Bradfield Woods reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Larkwood Trout Fishery and Fuller's Mill Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider CurveMotion, or check out an event or a game at Mildenhall Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Bury Saint Edmunds

What's nearby

  • Larkwood Trout Fishery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fuller's Mill Garden - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Apex - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Bury St Edmunds Abbey - 14 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Bury St Edmunds Station - 12 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bushel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Midgar Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural retreat in the grounds of West Stow Hall pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rural retreat in the grounds of West Stow Hall?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural retreat in the grounds of West Stow Hall?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural retreat in the grounds of West Stow Hall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural retreat in the grounds of West Stow Hall located?

This family-friendly Bury St Edmunds holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Larkwood Trout Fishery, Fuller's Mill Garden and West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village. Lackford Lakes and Hawker Pool are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely property

Lovely property in a lovely location with a lovely and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week long get away, the cottage was very cozy and relaxing. Eileen was very helpful with anything and everything and made us feel very welcomed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Holiday Home

Five stars all round.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in a peaceful location

We really enjoyed our stay at Orchard Cottage. It was comfortable, cosy and a lovely place to spend a few days. Thank you to Eileen for the warm welcome and for all the helpful information you provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

A wonderful, peaceful property, well located to explore across the East Anglia.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described on the tin . A quite rural retreat indeed . Very peaceful with lots of wildlife to view. Stayed with a friend, had a bedroom and shower room each. Lots of hot water and most kitchen utensils supplied. . . . .although could do with replacing a few items as had seen better days. Very central , Bury St Edmunds only 6 as a building miles away . Well worth a visit or 2 . Lovely Cathedral and beautiful gardens . Ickworth Estate also worth a visit, as well as Lavenham and Pakenham Water mill a short drive away . So much culture . We had a brilliant stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic setting

Lovely property in an idyllic setting with lots of interesting places to visit nearby, all helped by a fortnight of glorious weather!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in rural Suffolk

Accurately described, comfortable, good location. We chose Orchard Cottage for the last week of a long holiday to rest and relax with friends. It was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a lovely time in this cozy and well-equipped cottage - lots to see and do in the surrounding area (National Trust membership really came into its own!), and lovely hosts who made us feel really welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic holiday

Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Very welcoming Highly recommend. We enjoyed the cottage and surrounding area. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short early anniversary break 😊

Me and my partner had a lovely stay with our 11 month old pup (apologies for his barking at times) located in a great secluded corner of the farm with plenty of open space. Orchard cottage was perfect for a relaxing stay and loads of local walks to keep us busy 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil retreat in beautiful setting

We spent a wonderful few days in this simple but pleasant converted barn. The location in the orchard of Tudor West Stow Hall was lovely especially with the fruit trees in full bloom. Communication with proprietor Eileen was very pleasant and her welcoming brownies a real treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you want a quiet, peaceful break then this is the place to go. No noise just the sound of the different wildlife surrounding you. What a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Also a good base for travelling around the area site seeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely peaceful stay

We had a great stay in the cottage. Communication with Eileen was good before and during the stay. The cottage was comfortable and it was very well equipped for us. It was nice to have no one around us and our little boy lived seeing the horses everyday. It is convenient for Bury St Edmunds and the nearby green spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous place! Everything you could need for a break in beautiful grounds. And fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Our two year old wants to move in permanently. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissful Break

If you love getting away from the hustle and bustle of life with complete peace and quiet this is the place for you, nestled among the wild life. There's beautiful woodland within a short walking distance and Bury St Edmonds a 10-15 minute drive away. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

This is a magical place. The cottage is cosy, comfortable and well-equipped and the homemade brownies were very welcome. The orchard setting is a beautifully secluded retreat from city life and we would happily come back here again (for a third visit!)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect, very well equipped little cottage. Stands at the edge of an orchard, so peaceful. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Privilege to Stay Here

Very comfortable and well equipped cottage in peaceful rural surroundings. Overlooking an orchard and in the grounds of a grand historic house with a beautiful garden, it was a privilege to spend time here. There were horses and foals in adjoining fields which provided additional interest.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you value peace and quiet that are almost tangible, plus a dark night sky to view more stars than in the city, make time to stay in one of the West Stow cottages. The gravel paths are difficult for large suitcases, so bring sports bags and backpacks, and enjoy well-equipped and comfortable accommodation. The visitors’ book reveals unanimous satisfaction and delight in the immediate surroundings as well as the many interesting places to visit. A unique treasure run by the owners who offer the warmest of welcomes.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect short stay

Tranquil location, very well equipped. We had a very pleasant three nights. Beautiful grounds and next to West Stow Hall. Nice, private seating area outside. Very close to Anglo-Saxon Village (though when we went in early May the riverside footpath was closed for safety/repairs - so just a five minute drive instead). No local shops or pubs in walking distance - stock up before you go - but Bury is a 10-15 drive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional stay

We stayed in The Cottage and have enjoyed the comfort of the space and wonder of the grounds for the last 2 months. Eileen is the best host we've had, and we've stayed at VRBOs around the world. She made us feel welcome and helped us tremendously during our stay. I cannot recommend this property enough. If you have children or are traveling alone this space and environment is wonderful both short and long stays. We're grateful for our time and for Eileen.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

West Stow Delight

From the beginning of our planning to stay in Suffolk, West Stow stood out! Communication with the host was seamless, warm, and helpful. The property was delightful, spotless, and peaceful with grazing mares and foals, deer sightings, and was surrounded by gardens and paddocks. It provided a central location for forays to the coast and surrounding villages. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. It was a real pleasure having you here and getting to know you. Hope the rest of your trip was fun! Andy and Eileen
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