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The Folly Barn

Debenham, Suffolk
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Elegant accommodation surrounded by wide open countryside
  • Architect-owned property that’s been designed in a Scandi-inspired style
  • Throw open bi-fold doors to experience outdoor living throughout the warmer months

Property code: OC-THEFOL

Contemporary fixtures meet lodge-style interiors in this architect-owned Suffolk holiday home. Offering a restorative stay in the East Anglian countryside, just half a mile from the relaxing village of Debenham, this holiday home presents six guests with the opportunity to tour the local countryside, explore the sights via waymarked pathways and visit AONB beaches just a short drive away. After days filled with adventure and intrigue, you’ll always look forward to coming home and putting your feet up here, whether it’s by the fire in winter months or out in the garden when the sun shines.

Amble up the country road to reach this remote, detached property. Apart from one mezzanine bedroom situated over the lounge, the property is entirely step-free with communal spaces and two bedrooms situated on the ground floor. There are two bathrooms, one downstairs and another beside the double bedroom upstairs. The lounge/kitchen/diner is an extremely attractive space with mid-century furnishings, a double-height ceiling and bi-fold doors that flood the room with natural light. Make full use of this feature throughout summer stays, folding open the French doors to create an inside-outside living experience. The patio outside is accompanied by an enclosed lawn space and a fire pit that also acts as a BBQ.

Wander the short 0.5-mile distance into Debenham to find shops, pubs and cafes, a great place to embark on any number of walks from, circling back for a treat before heading home. Chose a day to take a drive to Eye, just 7 miles away. This traditional Suffolk town is a lovely place to explore with castle ruins and fascinating architecture. A short trip in the car will also lead you to the Suffolk Coast AONB (20 miles) with its delectable beaches, including the ever-popular seaside destinations of Aldeburgh (23 miles) and Southwold (28 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 double, 1 bunk bedroom
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 wet room with shower, bath and WC, 1 with walk-in shower and WC
  • Electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge, slimline dishwasher
  • Utility cupboard with washing machine
  • Open fire
  • Heating by air source heat pump
  • Smart TV
  • Please keep the dog off the furniture
  • Fenced garden set to lawn, furnished with fire pit/BBQ
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Shop 0.5 miles, pub 1 mile
  • Access to garden shed with additional fridge/freezer
  • Wood starter pack available. Outside store for wood
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Darren Williams

This property is personally managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Clair 23rd February 2025

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Really good property, nice village and good location for exploring Suffolk. The property has everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Brigette 28th January 2025

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What a lovely stay we enjoyed at The Folly Barn. We loved the touches of South African decor (made us feel at home!). The attention to detail to make our late arrival easy was much appreciated. Should we back down towards Debenham again, we would definitely make this our home again for a few days!

Reviewed by Marc 16th October 2024

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Reviewed by Deana 2nd October 2024

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We spent a lovely week in Folly Barn beautiful property with its own ground.

Reviewed by Daniella 25th September 2024

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Great location for long walks from the garden. Very comfortable, clean and spacious accommodation, with everything you need for a self catering holiday home. One boundary in the garden is not secure for adventurous collies!

Reviewed by John 27th August 2024

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Potentially a very pleasant holiday cottage. However to describe the downstairs bathroom as a wet room including a shower is totally misleading, the shower is above the bath, which in turn is tucked under the stairs. The only real shower is upstairs which is non-ideal if you have mobility issues and struggle with stairs.

Reviewed by Stephen 14th July 2024

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The barn is in a good location close to Debenham and it's lovely pubs and cafes we enjoyed a fantastic meal at the Debenham Lion. It makes a good base for exploring. We enjoyed Framlingham town and castle and Helmingley Hall Gardens was also a highlight. The barn has been converted tastefully, however personally I would not stay at the barn again, Read morefor the price the overall cleanliness was an issue. The floors are extremely creaky and due to the layout if anyone gets up in the night it wakes everyone up. The garden is not secure so not ideal if travelling with a dog. Hide

Reviewed by Stuart 8th July 2024

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Lovely cottage that is bigger than it looks. Beautifully presented cottage all by itself a short stroll to the village. open the doors and let the countryside in, or just sit out in the sun and relax. very well catered equipment wise and comfortable beds. lovely all round.

Reviewed by Clare 31st December 2023

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Reviewed by Diane 5th December 2023

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Reviewed by Kay 6th November 2023

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A very attractive conversion, light and airy, well thought out and comfortable. Secluded, but some walks in to the village from the garden make it very pet friendly. I imagine it would be a delightful family getaway especially in the summer months when the large glazed doors can be pulled back, and as there are no curtains/ shutters, a joy watchinRead moreg the summer dawns. I visited in the winter, and was pleasantly surprised to find it warm and inviting. The fire would be lovely , but the property was comfortable if you didnt want to light the fire.its centrally placed to see many of the Suffolk places of interest. The local pub in Debenham, chip shop, and cafe .very good. Hide

Reviewed by Jeffrey 20th September 2023

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Reviewed by Tony 24th July 2023

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Reviewed by Rachael 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 23rd May 2023

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Lovely location. Clean, fully equipped. Quite setting and good walks from the door.

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