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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Exceptional cottage with country views.
Exceptional cottage with country views.. Ground Floor:
Living room: (No TV), Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Living room 2: Freeview TV
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and logs for wood burner included. Large garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: Please bring own towels. One well-behaved pet welcome.. Character cottage with country views. This Grade II listed thatched cottage, part of which dates back to the 15th century is set in a quiet country lane surrounded by rolling countryside with views from all aspects of the cottage. It is simply furnished, with a distinct absence of chintz. The beams, brick and wooden floors are beautiful without adornment. There is an inglenook fireplace with a wood burner. The property has 2 living rooms, the first one dates from the 15th and 17th centuries. It has a brick floor, beams, wood burner and comfy sofas. The second living room has Freeview TV and views over the garden. There is a hideaway for noisy children, or a place to keep quiet. In the dining room, the 17th century windows are now part of the wall, and the table can extend to seat eight (just). The rooms are not big, but the three bathrooms and four toilets mean that it is ideal for two families, or different generations. Grandparents downstairs are not disturbed by excited children upstairs. This is where Girls Aloud was formed, sent by their record company to get to know each other. Once their taxis had left, they had to bond. In 2021 another band came, knowing that they could rehearse uninterrupted and it would be interesting to see if they match the fame of earlier bands.
The cottage is easy to get to, yet a world away. There are excellent road links to Bury St Edmunds, Diss and Stowmarket, all within ½ hour’s drive. Newmarket for the races, and the cities of Norwich and Cambridge all within easy driving distance as is Thetford Forest. Numerous pretty and famous villages to visit locally such as Lavenham and Long Melford. Needham Market has its own station, but it takes a brave and well-organised soul to come without a car as it is a 40 minute walk to shops. Shops and pubs ¾ mile.
There are low banisters at the property.
Towels are not included.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Living room: (No TV), Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Living room 2: Freeview TV
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and logs for wood burner included. Large garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: Please bring own towels. One well-behaved pet welcome.. Character cottage with country views. This Grade II listed thatched cottage, part of which dates back to the 15th century is set in a quiet country lane surrounded by rolling countryside with views from all aspects of the cottage. It is simply furnished, with a distinct absence of chintz. The beams, brick and wooden floors are beautiful without adornment. There is an inglenook fireplace with a wood burner. The property has 2 living rooms, the first one dates from the 15th and 17th centuries. It has a brick floor, beams, wood burner and comfy sofas. The second living room has Freeview TV and views over the garden. There is a hideaway for noisy children, or a place to keep quiet. In the dining room, the 17th century windows are now part of the wall, and the table can extend to seat eight (just). The rooms are not big, but the three bathrooms and four toilets mean that it is ideal for two families, or different generations. Grandparents downstairs are not disturbed by excited children upstairs. This is where Girls Aloud was formed, sent by their record company to get to know each other. Once their taxis had left, they had to bond. In 2021 another band came, knowing that they could rehearse uninterrupted and it would be interesting to see if they match the fame of earlier bands.
The cottage is easy to get to, yet a world away. There are excellent road links to Bury St Edmunds, Diss and Stowmarket, all within ½ hour’s drive. Newmarket for the races, and the cities of Norwich and Cambridge all within easy driving distance as is Thetford Forest. Numerous pretty and famous villages to visit locally such as Lavenham and Long Melford. Needham Market has its own station, but it takes a brave and well-organised soul to come without a car as it is a 40 minute walk to shops. Shops and pubs ¾ mile.
There are low banisters at the property.
Towels are not included.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ipswich
Located in Ipswich, this cottage is in a rural area. Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum and Ipswich Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blakenham Woodland Garden and Suffolk Coast and Heaths. Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre and Suffolk Owl Sanctuary are also worth visiting.

Darmsden, Needham Market
What's nearby
- Bramford Golf Centre - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
- Chantry Park - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
- Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 17 min drive - 20.8 km
- Portman Road - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
- Jimmy's Farm - 19 min drive - 22.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Veggie Red Lion - 11 min drive
- The Chequers - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 10 min drive
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Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window6.0/10
Cleanliness
4.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
8.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
20 August 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Maureen
23 August 2019
Lovely cottage in lovely location but finishing touches and cleanliness needs a little tweaking.
Maureen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
28 October 2020
A beautiful property in a beautiful location.
Christopher
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