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8.8

Excellent

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Boxted

Clare Castle Country Park17 min drive
Kentwell Hall17 min drive
Ickworth House28 min drive
London (STN-Stansted)69 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stayed for 4 nights with extended family over Xmas: Lovely time had by all! If you’re looking for modern and pristine, ...

Katy M.

Dec 27, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Rustic retreat in heart of rural Suffolk

Comfortable and spacious house set in an acre of garden away from the quiet road and surrounded by fields - a true country break, within easy reach of local shopping and picturesque historic wool towns including Sudbury, Long Melford and Lavenham, ideal for antique bargain-hunters and countryside ramblers.
Comprises through dining and lounge areas plus kitchen, entrance hall and WC on ground floor, wide staircase leading to 4 bedrooms (2 ensuite + 1 family bathroom) and study on first floor.

Property manager

mark

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

As a family holiday let we do not accommodate house parties, work placements, corporate events or other commercial activities.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Bury St Edmunds

Located in Bury St Edmunds, this holiday home is in a rural area. Giffords Hall Vineyard and Haverhill Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Cornard Country Park and Bradfield Woods. Ickworth House and Colne Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Boxted

What's nearby

Giffords Hall Vineyard - 11 min drive
Clare Castle Country Park - 17 min drive
Kentwell Hall - 17 min drive
The Apex - 22 min drive
Ickworth House - 28 min drive

Getting around

Sudbury Station - 26 min drive
Cambridge (CBG) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪The White Horse - ‬16 min drive
‪Cock & Bell - ‬13 min drive
‪The Globe - ‬16 min drive
‪The Crown - ‬8 min drive
‪Swan Inn - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic retreat in heart of rural Suffolk pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rustic retreat in heart of rural Suffolk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic retreat in heart of rural Suffolk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic retreat in heart of rural Suffolk located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Giffords Hall Vineyard and within 6 miles (10 km) of Holy Trinity Church and Melford Hall. Long Melford Heritage Centre and Kentwell Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.8

Excellent

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

27 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Festive Country Getaway

Stayed for 4 nights with extended family over Xmas: Lovely time had by all! If you’re looking for modern and pristine, this isn’t the place for you. If you’re looking for character and country charisma, is this the place for you. Spacious, comfortable and full of interesting things to look at. Perfectly equipped for a large group over a festive period, with great views and fresh air too. Great! Tip: Definitely access the property from the road to the West rather than the farm track Google maps might want to take you from the East (Google thinks this is a road… fine if you’re in a 4x4, interesting if you’re not!). Host gave us a heads up on this ahead of time but one my party still took the track…!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gergely A.

28 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, spacious house

We had a great long weekend at the house. The house itself is very spacious and well equipped. Beautiful, huge garden, plenty of room for the kids to play. Lot to do in the area, suitable for longer stays too. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely country escape

The property is eclectic and in a fantastic location. We had a lovely time. Check in and out process was easy and the hosts were super responsive. There was plenty of space for us all - just a shame the weather wasn't on our side!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

2 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and unique

We stayed here for new year. There were 8 of us, 4 adults and 4 children. The house is very quirky and unique. Full of books and old gimmicks. We loved how the house is remote and surrounded with fields. It was perfect for our little getaway. We will book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

26 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for the family

Overall a very homely and well lived experience. Would recommend to anyone wanting to get away from the world

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Richard W.

22 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Retreat

Farmhouse is as described , lovely rural location; lots of places to visit both National Trust and Bressingham Gardens. House has tremendous collection of books. Decorations a bit dated but serviceable. Problem with ladybird and fly hatching one day, but this was resolved quickly by local contact and owner.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jennefer B.

27 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The Rural Suffolk Experience!

Coming from the city, we loved this rural location, the lack of traffic, and the woodpecker daily visiting the beautiful garden! The Cockles country house is full of history, having loads of interesting books and interesting architecture, with a definite family feel. Some of the rooms might benefit from an update, eg the ensuite bathrooms, but equally this can be part of the quirky charm! Storage heaters and under floor heating worked a treat once they had warmed up. The hosts were kind and helpful, and keen to sort out any issues as promptly as possible. Recommended!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

25 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing rural retreat to help recharge the batteries

Lovely house in plenty of grounds in a quiet area with just the odd tractor going down the lane by the property. The house itself is full of country charm and character and very well equipped for your stay. If you are looking for peace and quiet this is definitely the place to stay. Our 2 dogs loved exploring the grounds and the size of the garden made sure they slept well every night!! There are walks from the cottage or a short drive away. Would recommend Clare but our favourite was the National Trust House and Park at Ickworth, just 15mins away. For shopping Bury St Edmunds is a lovely town. Communication with the owner was excellent and after checking there was a suitable area for a bbq before we travelled Mark made sure a grill was left out for us...nice touch.. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Gill H.

12 Sept 2021

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful location shame about the property

We had fabulous weather and the location was very beautiful . The property unfortunately was very outdated and very dirty. The bed linen and towels were old and the beds were uncomfortable. The outside furniture was inadequate and the bbq was a joke. Two of the bathrooms upstairs were old and dirty as was the downstairs loo. There was a general smell of mustiness due to the amount of all old books everywhere. The house needs a lot of updating and cleaning to be at an acceptable standard.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

15 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fenstead End

Nice, quirky, spacious house in a good location. Quite secluded, but 5 mins drive from a village with convenience shop and takeaway. Lots of interesting books in the house + well equipped kitchen. Nice, clean, comfy beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Alison G.

15 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Country break

The house is set in a lovely peaceful area. We had fun exploring the Long Melford, Clare and Lavenham. Seeing a hare on the lawn several times was beautiful. The house is very well stocked, if anything too well stocked. It was hard to find things in the kitchen as there was so much that was not needed for a holiday stay. We were worried we might leave things behind, as virtually every surface was covered with fascinating books and trinkets. The house could be wonderful, but it was not clean (cobwebs in several rooms, the fridge and a lot of kitchen equipment was dirty, carpets only vacuumed in centre of room, toaster tray full of crumbs), some of the furniture and carpets have seen better days, taps dripped and the whole place had a bit of a tired air. We saw a mouse on several occasions and had 2 different sets of flying ants in the kitchen and lounge. It was a shame, we had a good time, but it could have been great.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Michele S.

14 June 2021

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Quietness

The property location was tranquil forpeace and quiet had everything we needed forour stay. Nice areas to drive to and explore..Walks takes 1hr from the house to local pubs.. Neare st shops in Glemsford approx 3 miles. Recommend Clare Country park for walks and picnics.

10/10 Excellent

Shuvo B., London

3 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming family house

We enjoyed our stay at this fantastic family house. Very warm and cosy. Has all the essentials and an absolute amazing collection of books. Our boys enjoyed playing cricket in the garden.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021