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Hockerhill Barn

Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • A wonderful converted cart lodge with fifteen acres of private woodland to explore
  • Enjoy unspoilt countryside views from the two first-floor balconies and lounge
  • Relax in the tranquillity of this rural escape surrounded by nature and wildlife

Property code: OC-HOB

"Beautiful well appointed cottage. Probably the best we ever had. Great location for us as we were able to explore the area from Sandringham to RHS Hyde Hall and the cost. Loved Bury St. Edmund’s and Ely. Lots of great country pubs nearby". - Carol Farrar

Situated in the owner’s grounds, this delightful former cart lodge has been imaginatively converted to offer light, stylish and private accommodation in the heart of Suffolk, just a few miles from the historic town of Bury St Edmunds. With ample space for up to four guests, the property is surrounded by fifteen acres of private woodland. Perfect for couples and smaller families seeking an idyllic rural getaway, this lovely reverse-level retreat features a cosy wood burner and a charming balcony overlooking a deer paddock, and makes a tranquil base for discovering the woods, countryside and villages of this serene part of the county.

Entering the property, head upstairs to the light, colourful open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The sitting area has a Smart TV and a wood burner, providing a lovely space to snuggle up at the end of a memorable day. There’s a stylishly arranged kitchen, and the dining area is perfect for enjoying a fantastic meal. Doors open onto a pretty balcony with a table, chairs and access down to the garden. The first floor also offers a stunning, gorgeously tiled bathroom and a beautiful king-size bedroom with a TV and access onto a small balcony with a table, chairs and views across the deer paddock. Back downstairs, there’s a cheerful king-size bedroom with a TV, DAB radio and stylish en-suite shower room. Stepping outside, the large and private back garden has garden furniture and a lawn with plenty of space for children to play. You can also walk through and explore the15 acres of private woodlands.

The property is set in a quiet spot with Newmarket to the west (8.5 miles) and Bury St Edmunds to the east (6.5 miles). Popular local attractions include Ickworth House, West Stow Anglo Saxon Village and Chippenham Park Gardens, all within 10 miles.

  • 2 bedrooms - 2 king-size
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 with bath and handheld shower, rainfall shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with icebox and dishwasher.
  • Utility Room with washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, washbasin, boot storage
  • Welcome pack
  • Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available on request
  • Wood burner, first basket of logs supplied
  • Smart TV, TV, DVD, iPod Dock, DAB digital radio
  • Large lawned garden with garden furniture and access to 15 acres of private woodland
  • BBQ available on request
  • Pub 1 mile, shop 1 mile
  • 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 33 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kevin 21st September 2024

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Great accommodation, ideal base for exploring the Bury St Edmunds area

Reviewed by Rachel 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Robert 10th August 2024

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The cottage was very nice but there was no access to a mobile phone signal either from O2 or Vodafone

Reviewed by Carol 16th July 2024

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Beautiful well appointed cottage. Probably the best we ever had. Great location for us as we were able to explore the area from Sandringham to RHS Hyde Hall and the cost. Loved Bury St. Edmunds and Ely. Lots of great country pubs nearby.

Reviewed by Debra 29th June 2024

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The accomodation is set in the grounds of a young vibrant family. The barns living area is up a staircase, the view from the windows is of high trees, there is a great walk in their private woodland with a herd of Red Deer. Five minutes drive to the village of Barrow with two shops (inc post office) two pubs serving food and a take away, beyondRead more the market town of Bury St Edmunds with all amenities within seven miles. Hide

Reviewed by Clive 23rd June 2024

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Reviewed by Roger 19th June 2024

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The cottage is in a lovely, quiet position and well placed for local places of interest

Reviewed by Glynis 15th June 2024

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Hocker hill barn is a lovely place to stay. This was our second visit and it felt just as welcoming as our first visit. The owners are very friendly and there if you need them. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Angela 4th June 2024

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Raised area for log burner is a trip hazard.

Reviewed by Peter 1st June 2024

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Very good

Reviewed by Tim 25th May 2024

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Ideally situated for a quiet and peaceful holiday. Very comforfortable accommodation and handy for visiting the many tourist attractions. A rural retreat.

Reviewed by Christopher 27th April 2024

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Very clean and well equipped kitchen plus comfortable seating and beds but if you have dodgy hips or knees be aware of the very steep stairs.

Reviewed by David 31st March 2024

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Cottage lovely and quiet, ideal for us as my husband has terminal cancer and we just needed to be away somewhere quiet and enjoy the surroundings.

Reviewed by Grace 23rd March 2024

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This is a beautiful property in a lovely village and great location. The hosts had thought of every detail to make our stay comfortable, even leaving us a lovely selection of welcome goodies! We would not hesitate in recommending this property and will definitely return when we visit the area again. Thank you

Reviewed by David 23rd December 2023

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Well appointed, very clean and comfortable . We have really enjoyed our stay at Hockerhill.

Reviewed by Penny 31st October 2023

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Hockerhill Barn was a beautiful place to stay and we were bowled over by both the well designed interior and the lovely woods where we were permitted to roam. It was a perfect base from which to explore the area. A big thank you to the owners for being such welcoming hosts.

Reviewed by Andrew 27th October 2023

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Reviewed by Trish 21st October 2023

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Hockerhill Barn was a delightful property with all creature comforts for a lovely stay. A nice welcome pack awaited us too. We had a great time and would go back again.

Reviewed by jane 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Jill 2nd September 2023

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Lovely place to stay, nice and comfortable, clean. A nice relaxing stay.

Reviewed by Clive 23rd July 2023

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Reviewed by Stephen 4th July 2023

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Reviewed by David 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Kate & Ray 25th June 2023

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and found the barn very comfortable and well fitted.

Reviewed by Rosamaria 4th June 2023

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We had a lovely relaxing stay at Hockerhill Barn. The standard of cleanliness and quality of the furnishings and equipment was very high. Great location for travelling to other towns, cities and villages.

Reviewed by Elaine 21st May 2023

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Reviewed by Henk 8th May 2023

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Reviewed by Jeff 22nd April 2023

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Lovely location with direct access to woodlands and views of the deer park. Nice hosts. Close to idyllic pubs and the jewel of Suffolk...Bury St Edmunds !

Reviewed by Karen 21st February 2023

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Reviewed by Terry 15th February 2023

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We had a great long weekend at Hockerhill Barn, its in a lovely location, was spotlessly clean. The kitchen was so well equipped unlike some weve stayed in. We travelled with another couple and this place was perfect. Only wish we could stayed the whole week but work dictated otherwise, would definitely go back, superb.

Reviewed by Sue 9th February 2023

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Thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay. The property was excellent - spacious yet still cozy with lovely views and everything you could need is provided for, with a great "welcome" basket of goodies.

Reviewed by Paul 9th January 2023

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Reviewed by Ian 19th November 2022

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