Positioned within the grounds of Playford Hall, this pet-friendly property has versatile sleeping arrangements to suit any party of four. Perfectly located for those wishing to explore the Suffolk coast and countryside, it has a wood burner and a pretty courtyard garden, and sits an equal distance from county town Ipswich and riverside favourite Woodbridge.
Surrounded by trees and hedge-lined lanes, this pretty red-brick cottage impresses from the outset. Park and unpack at your own pace, stepping straight into a chic, light-filled kitchen/diner that houses all the essentials for effortless self-catering. Head on to the cosy lounge and you can sink into soft seating, switch on the Smart TV and fire up the wood burner for restful nights at home. When you’re ready for sleep, two bedrooms are on the first floor: a welcoming double and a sleek king-size with zip-and-link beds that can, on request, be made up as twins instead. A characterful bathroom with both a roll-top bath and a walk-in shower is conveniently close. Enjoy a breath of fresh country air and the sound of the local wildlife from the enclosed courtyard garden to the rear of the cottage – it comes with bistro-style furniture, a picnic table and a BBQ. You’re also welcome to explore the flourishing estate grounds.
Nestled in the fabulous Fynn Valley, Playford Hall is a moated Elizabethan mansion with gorgeous gardens and set within 30 acres of prime Suffolk countryside. Visit riverside town Woodbridge (5 miles) for a fine choice of independent shops, friendly inns and enticing eateries; on the opposite side of the Deben, Sutton Hoo (7 miles) is a must for history buffs. Explore the Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape for shingle beaches, ancient heathlands and wildlife-rich forests, For old-fashioned seaside fun head to Felixstowe (12.5 miles), or visit vibrant Ipswich, steeped in maritime history.