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Charming cottage in beautiful private countryside with a boating lake - The Calf Pens
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4
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Ipswich, ENG
- Place, Flatford Mill19 min drive
- Place, Colchester Castle Park23 min drive
- Place, University of Essex23 min drive
- Airport, London (STN-Stansted)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
About this property
Charming cottage in beautiful private countryside with a boating lake - The Calf Pens
A large and wonderfully proportioned conversion of an old farm building off the beaten track set within the 300 acre grounds of Moat Hall. With high ceilings, wood burner, exposed beams, classic interior décor and antique furniture, the Calf Pens make a distinctive and extremely comfortable rural getaway tucked away on the edge of the Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are delightful country walks and landscaped lakes to help you lose yourself in the beautiful rolling countryside that inspired John Constable.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall – Connects the kitchen, dining & sitting area and access to the bedrooms.
Kitchen Area – Galley style with sink, electric cooker & hob, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. Butlers serving hatch through to the dining area.
Dining Area – Antique wooden table with six matching chairs. South-West facing French windows open out onto lawned garden.
Sitting Area – Open plan connected to the dining area with large sofa and three arm chairs orientated around a log burner with club fender below an impressive gilt mirror. In a decreet closable corner cupboard is a 32” Smart TV.
The Calving Bedroom – Twin beds, chest of drawers and cloths chair, and across the corridor from its en-suite shower room.
En-suite Shower Room – walk-in power shower, hand basin and lavatory.
The Master Bedroom – King-sized brass bed with antique bedside tables and generous wardrobe and en-suite to the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom - Bath with handheld shower, hand basin and lavatory.
Utility Room – With washing machine and tumble dryer.
Outside
Large South-West facing lawned garden surrounded by mature shrubs. Via mowed paths is quick and easy access to a boating lake which can be used by guests to relax and have fun with. Beyond are fields, walks and woodland for exploring.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall – Connects the kitchen, dining & sitting area and access to the bedrooms.
Kitchen Area – Galley style with sink, electric cooker & hob, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. Butlers serving hatch through to the dining area.
Dining Area – Antique wooden table with six matching chairs. South-West facing French windows open out onto lawned garden.
Sitting Area – Open plan connected to the dining area with large sofa and three arm chairs orientated around a log burner with club fender below an impressive gilt mirror. In a decreet closable corner cupboard is a 32” Smart TV.
The Calving Bedroom – Twin beds, chest of drawers and cloths chair, and across the corridor from its en-suite shower room.
En-suite Shower Room – walk-in power shower, hand basin and lavatory.
The Master Bedroom – King-sized brass bed with antique bedside tables and generous wardrobe and en-suite to the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom - Bath with handheld shower, hand basin and lavatory.
Utility Room – With washing machine and tumble dryer.
Outside
Large South-West facing lawned garden surrounded by mature shrubs. Via mowed paths is quick and easy access to a boating lake which can be used by guests to relax and have fun with. Beyond are fields, walks and woodland for exploring.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ipswich
Ipswich is home to this cottage. Dedham Vale and Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lavenham Falconry and Assington Barn. Green Island Gardens Ardleigh and Xtreme Gaming are also worth visiting.

Ipswich, Suffolk
What's nearby
- Flatford Mill - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
- Colchester Castle Park - 23 min drive - 23.6 km
- University of Essex - 23 min drive - 25.2 km
- Ipswich Waterfront - 24 min drive - 23.7 km
- Colchester Zoo - 25 min drive - 29.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Anchor Inn - 10 min drive
- White Hart - 11 min drive
- Mill Street Cafe - 9 min drive
- Jet Lounge @99 - 5 min drive
- Greggs - 5 min drive
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Hosted by Charlie Allsopp

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