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The Buttery, Freston: Situated on beautiful Lodge Farm in the Shotley Peninsular, between the River Stour and the River Orwell
The Buttery, Freston: Kitchen with electric hob, fridge and microwave and steps leading to the open sitting and dining area
The Buttery, Freston: Dining area
The Buttery, Freston: Comfortable double bed
The Buttery, Freston: Enclosed courtyard with outdoor furniture

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom one

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

En-suite bathroom to bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Buttery, Freston

Located in Freston, The Buttery is a charming one-bedroom holiday cottage situated on beautiful Lodge Farm in the Shotley Peninsular, between the River Stour and the River Orwell, perfect for a couple looking to escape to the country. Set in an idyllic location this stylishly converted dairy offers the perfect base for those looking to explore the area or just in need of some peace and tranquillity.

Set amongst acres of rolling countryside, The Buttery is open plan with a mezzanine bedroom and spacious double height sitting / dining area. It has its own private outdoor terrace and dining area with wonderful views of the surrounding countryside.

The Buttery can be let independently or with the adjoining Parlour and Dairy to accommodate up to 12 guests. The combination of all three properties is known as Lodge Farm. This flexibility makes it both a perfect couple's getaway and an ideal family property offering private space separated by interconnecting, sound-proofed, double doors.

Guests also have access to the owner's delightful Shepherd's Hut situated by a picturesque pond - perfect for picnics, swimming for the brave or just unwinding.There's a communal games room, utility room and guests are welcome to use the tennis court. There are two EV chargers available on-site for a small additional charge of £30. You may even wish to book a massage therapist in the Shepherd's Hut for a real treat!

This peaceful farm is on a private track just four miles from Ipswich. It's less than a ten-minute drive or one hour walk to The Suffolk Food Hall which offers a whole range of local produce including a fantastic butchers, local fruits and vegetables, handmade chocolates, bakery, local wines and beers, and café. Guests can pre-order delicious bespoke welcome packs from the Hall.

Additional Information
One well behaved dog welcome per property (three in total).
Travel cot and high chair available on request. Please bring your own linen for the travel cot.
The Shepherd's Hut is available at a small additional cost of £50 per night (minimum of 2 nights booking).
EV chargers available for small additional charge of £30.

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About the area

Ipswich

Located in Ipswich, this cottage is in a rural area. Cardinal Park and Felixstowe Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Suffolk Coast and Heaths and Orwell Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Suffolk Leisure Park and St Peter's by the Waterfront. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Freston, Suffolk

What's nearby

  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jimmy's Farm - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Portman Road - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Derby Road Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Oyster Reach (Beefeater) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Swallow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Raven - ‬10 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

The Buttery Good but not Luxury

The property was basic, not luxury as advertised. There was no dishwasher (as advertised) two chairs fell apart (but were instantly replaced). There was no instant heating and the Under Floor heating and towel rail did not work or were turn off away from the property, (it was the last full week of May & was very cold). There was also excessive noise from the adjacent occupied property. I understand that all three let’s can be converted into one holiday let but when our “neighbours “ had a parting till 1 in the morning they may as well have been in our property. The stairs from lounge to bedroom level are steep and possibly not appropriate for those with stair climbing issues and the 3 steps from lounge to kitchen are also steep and without a handrail! The fridge froze our food and although we adjusted the controls we never achieved an optimum fridge temperature and the freezer as actually located in a separate building and was 1 shelf of a 3 shelf communal freezer, not exactly user friendly. Two minor points, the tin opener failed (we borrowed from the neighbours) and some of the cutlery was very cheap with edges unsuitable for eating with. The views were great as was the general silence. The cows also provided a lot of entertainment along with many other animals (foxes, rabbits, buzzards, goldfinches etc). The location relative to the A14 and Ipswich was also good; close but never in sight or heard. I would not rule out us returning to the Buttery, but it is most definitely not luxury and significant sound insulation is required between the three holiday units. In its current form I can not recommend this property to others.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review following your stay at The Buttery. We passed on your comments to the homeowner who was disappointed to read that you had had difficulty with the heating and fridge. As you found with her providing two replacement chairs during your stay, she would have been very happy to assist with the heating and fridge had she been made aware of the difficulties you encountered. We were sorry to hear that you were disturbed by the guests in the neighbouring property. Obviously, we don't have much control over things like this but wouldn't wish guests to be disturbed. The tin opener has been replaced. The homeowner was disappointed that you felt the cutlery was cheap as this is not the case. The Shotley Peninsula is a beautiful place to stay and there are some stunning walks along the river with lots of opportunities for seeing wildlife and I am so pleased that you were able to see some. We do hope that we can welcome you back to Suffolk in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Peaceful hideaway with amazing rural views

The Buttery was perfect for the short, away-from-it-all break I was looking for... and the views over fields and woods were wonderful. The cottage (one of three rental properties) is a great mix of clean modern design and rustic charm, and while it's set on a working farm, it's very quiet. I enjoyed my morning chats - tea in hand - with the cows in the paddock around the corner!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us, we are pleased you enjoyed your visit to Suffolk. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Buttery in the near future. Best wishes
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect hideaway.

The Buttery is the perfect place for a relaxing break in the heart of the Suffolk countryside. It offers clean, comfortable accommodation in lovely surroundings.
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