Set amid tranquil Suffolk countryside, this cosy hideaway offers a romantic retreat or a bolthole for small families seeking a rural escape. One of a handful of barn conversions in a private courtyard, guests benefit from shared access to an on-site gym, a sauna, a cinema room and gardens. There’s an abundance of attractions nearby too, including market towns, seaside resorts, historic sites and cultural activities – and you can bring up to two dogs to share your adventures.
Laid out over a single storey, this lodge exudes contemporary elegance, its high ceilings and stylish furnishings offering a refreshing take on rural lodgings. With vaulted ceilings and bi-fold doors opening to the courtyard, the open-plan living area is bathed in natural light and designed with socialising in mind. Rustle up home-cooked meals in the kitchen, aided by top-of-the-range appliances, then gather around the dining table to savour your creations. Then sink into the comfortable corner sofa for relaxing film nights or enjoy an evening tipple in your designated courtyard seating, gazing at stars in the night’s sky. When night falls, two inviting bedrooms whisper of a restful night’s sleep. Choose between a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room or a cosy single which has use of the family shower room.
From countryside walks to coastal strolls, the region is a delight for walkers and nature lovers. Birdwatchers flock to the flagship reserve at RSPB Minsmere (10.5 miles), while young nature enthusiasts will love the animals at Easton Farm Park (11.5 miles). Venture to the coast for days of traditional seaside fun with beach huts and an iconic pier at Southwold, and famous fish and chips and beach sculptures at Aldeburgh (both 15 miles away). History buffs can head to Framlingham Castle (8 miles) and the Anglo-Saxon burial ground at Sutton Hoo (20 miles).