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9 Gate Cottage

Long Melford, near Sudbury, Suffolk
Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Quaint and pretty cottage in the picturesque village of Long Melford
  • Filled with charm and character in a traditional cottage style
  • Private outdoor patio with table and chairs, and shared access to the owner’s beautiful garden

Property code: OC-9WS

Ideally located along the outskirts of the historic village of Long Melford, this quaint, welcoming cottage is perfect for a romantic getaway in the heart of the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Perfect for couples and smaller families, the property is an ideal base for walkers, history buffs and nature lovers discovering the area’s picturesque villages, glorious countryside and impressive stately homes. Offering fresh and relaxing accommodation for up to three guests, this cute and cosy holiday cottage features a pretty shared garden. The cottage has been sweetly decorated and tastefully furnished to make a bright, cheerful rural getaway.

Entering the cottage, the front door opens directly into the sweet and cosy lounge which has comfortable seating, a TV making an ideal spot to snuggle up and unwind in the evenings. Exploring further, the rustic-themed kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing and sharing all your favourite dishes. The refreshing bathroom is also on the ground floor. A traditional steep, cottage-style staircase leads up to the two cheery bedrooms on the first floor: a pretty single and a charming double with a TV and feature fireplace. Outside, there’s a small patio with a table and chairs, leading through to a beautiful garden which is shared with the owner’s house and features a picnic bench providing a lovely spot to sit back and take in the picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.

Long Melford has a choice of great pubs, shops and restaurants and is surrounded by wonderful countryside for you to explore. There are plenty of local attractions to discover including Melford Hall, Foxearth Meadows Nature Reserve, Kentwell Hall, Kersey Hill and Ridgewell Airfield Commemorative Museum, all within 13 miles. Also nearby are the thriving towns of Ipswich (9.5 miles) and Bury St Edmunds (13.5 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with icebox, table top freezer, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Highchair and stairgate available
  • 2 TVs
  • Small private patio with outdoor table and chairs, leading to a beautiful garden shared with the owner (please note, small children should be supervised in the shared garden and it is a working garden so access is at your own risk.)
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 1 mile, pub under 200 metres
  • Please note this is an old cottage, with steep cottage-style stairs and a narrow landing.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Darren Williams

This property is personally managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 8 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kevin 9th November 2025

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Reviewed by Diane 23rd June 2025

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The cottage is cosy and we felt at home straight away. The location is perfect for exploring Suffolk. We loved it and will definitely return.

Reviewed by Tracy 1st March 2025

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A lovely cottage. Very cosy when the fire was going. The gardens are very secluded and have access to dog walks.we were left a welcome pack that was very well thought out and a lovely touch

Reviewed by Caroline 5th September 2024

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Overall a lovely little cottage. Living room is tiny. It suited me well as I stayed on my own. It would have been crampt if 3 people stayed. Traffic noise was an issue I didn't sleep well for the first few nights.

Reviewed by Sarah 5th August 2024

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The cottage is lovely, small but perfectly formed. The owners were great and nothing was too much trouble Great dog walks just a few houses down from the cottage.

Reviewed by Geraldine 28th July 2024

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The cottage was very clean, well-equipped and homely. Shared use of the owners attractive garden overlooking the countryside was really useful with a dog, and the village is a delight to explore and well situated to visit Suffolk. The owners were really welcoming and very helpful.

Reviewed by Martha 20th July 2024

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Reviewed by Teresa 13th July 2024

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Fantastic little cosy cottage with all we needed to enjoy a weeks home from home.

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Location

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Suffolk Secrets is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.