Luxury Single Storey Wooden Clad Colonial Style Cottage In Countryside Setting.

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Green bedroom with king sized double bed.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 435 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Washer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Woodbridge, ENG

Sutton Hoo
‪5 min walk‬
Ufford Park Golf Course
‪4 min drive‬
Woodbridge Tide Mill
‪5 min drive‬
Bury St. Edmunds (BEQ-RAF Honington)
‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room 1

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Ensuite to Double bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Toilet

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A former sheep shearing shed, Shearers Cottage provides guests with not only a stylish interior, but also a spacious well equipped open plan living area and two beautiful en-suite bedrooms. The cottage offers guests a tranquil base to explore the Suffolk heritage coast and surrounding countryside. The exterior of the cottage is wooden clad in traditional Suffolk style and guests can enjoy watching the wildlife through the large tri-fold patio doors to the front of the Cottage. There is small enclosed garden attached to the cottage but guests are welcome to use the owners large, fenced front garden for ball games etc. and to enjoy the trampoline and swings. On the farm there is also a meadow for more adventurous play, all the owners ask is that you suppervise your children at all times.

Property manager

Helen Shand

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Small enclosed garden with trampoline and swings

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Woodbridge

Located in Woodbridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Woodbridge Museum and Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sutton Hoo and Woodbridge Tide Mill. Travelling with kids? Consider Congo Rapids Lost World Adventure Golf and Kingpin. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Woodbridge, ENG

What's nearby

Sutton Hoo - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Ufford Park Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Woodbridge Tide Mill - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Rendlesham Forest Centre - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

Melton Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

‪Honey + Harvey - Melton - ‬2 min drive
‪Coach & Horses Inn - ‬3 min drive
‪Prezzo - ‬6 min drive
‪Maeve’s Tearoom - ‬5 min drive
‪The Unruly Pig - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Single Storey Wooden Clad Colonial Style Cottage In Countryside Setting. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Single Storey Wooden Clad Colonial Style Cottage In Countryside Setting.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Single Storey Wooden Clad Colonial Style Cottage In Countryside Setting.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Luxury Single Storey Wooden Clad Colonial Style Cottage In Countryside Setting. located?

This family-friendly Woodbridge holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Sutton Hoo and Suffolk Coast and Heaths. Congo Rapids Lost World Adventure Golf and St. Audry's Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). Melton Station is 18 minutes by foot.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Gloria W.

26 May 2017

Lovely cottage inside and out

The Shearers' Cottage was in a pretty location and was everything we could have wished for. There was a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms with modern ensuites, a lounge with TV, a dining area and a utility room with washing machine. Outside there was an outdoor setting, access to a washing line and children's play area. There was wine and milk in the fridge and tea and coffe making essentials. All bedding and towels were provided and we spent a lovely few days there. I wish we had booked for longer. Thanks, Helen.

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

22 Feb 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

2 Oct 2024

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

Family stay

Helen is always a great host, cottage is always ready & clean we love staying here it close to visit family who live locally

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

16 Sept 2024

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

Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting

We stayed here to attend a wedding at Butley Priory, and it was a wonderful stay. There was plenty of room for me, my fiancé, and my friend, and it was a very clean and comfortable environment to spend a couple of nights in. Helen was extremely accommodating and communicative, and the location right next to Sutton Hoo was fantastic

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rupert C.

18 Aug 2024

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

Another great week's holiday

This was the second time we stayed here and it was still up to standard for what we needed. The fact it has three bathrooms was a lifesaver with two small children. It is conveniently located for Sutton Hoo and Woodbridge for shopping. Helen the host was a star in an emergency. We would definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

14 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Denise C.

10 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

1 Aug 2024

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

Short break

Lovely stay. Property very well appointed and ideally located in the magnificent Suffolk countryside. Wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

17 May 2024

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

Family visits

Shearer's cottage has proved to be the perfect base, it was so comfortable, particularly the beds. And there was everything we could need to cater for ourselves. The copses and garden that surround are filled with birdsong too. So utter bliss.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon R.

6 May 2024

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

Home from home

When I was younger, it was amazing to me that people went back to the same destination. The same property, time and again. I always wanted to go to new places on every trip. BUT, when you visit a place like this. I totally understand these people. It literally feels like a home from home. Everything feels "right". I know that's an odd thing to say. But, it's so easy. So comfortable. So "normal". We will be back :)

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

14 Apr 2024

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

Wonderful peaceful stay

We loved the tranquil pace and quiet, our 2 young sons had so much outdoor fun on the swings and trampoline

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

5 Apr 2024

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Stay in shearers cottage sutton

Lovely spot near Sutton Hoo, which we visited. Helen is an experienced host, who welcomed us but let us get on with our holiday. Nearby if there was a problem. Cottage was warm and inviting. Kitchen well equipped. All very good and we would be happy to come again if we were in that area! Thank you. Barbara, John and Carolyn 3 oldies

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK W.

24 Mar 2024

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

Cosy cottage

Clean and comfy well stocked kitchen and eating places nearby. Though it was a bit of a walk three quarters of a mile about. The cottage was warm and welcoming so we will be back

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison b., Kent

12 Jan 2024

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

Home from home

Excellent place to recharge your batteries.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

29 Dec 2023

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

Lovely

The property was spacious and clean. The rooms were large and comfortable. The two bedrooms were warm and the kitchen was modern. The living room had two large sofa’s and a lovely round dining table. It was a nice touch to have wine and milk waiting for us when we arrived. The owner also introduced herself during our visit which was nice. The location was excellent, very quiet but also near to Sutton Hoo and the pleasant village of Melton. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

8 Nov 2023

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

Great place to stay in this area of Suffolk

Very comfortable and cosy property to stay in. Well equipped and comfortable beds. Nice little enclosed area outside for the dog and walks directly from the property. We would definitely stay here again if visiting this area again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

9 Oct 2023

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

Amazing stay - great location

The cottage is set in peaceful wooded location, it has lots of space and an enclosed outside area which was perfect for our pup. There is lots near by such as a gastro pub, unruly pig, lots of lovely walks, nearby fishing and golf too. Perfect for a UK get away so much so we have visted twice in 3 months and look forward to visiting again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Norfolk

17 Sept 2023

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Perfect.

A lovely relaxing stay, which was just what we needed. Very comfortably beds and well equipped cottage. Good location for the surrounding area. Our dog enjoyed it too.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

7 Sept 2023

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

Comfortable bungalow

Our second visit to this comfortable bungalow in a good location. My sister and I brought our mother for a short break. Mum is not very mobile but she managed very well; we just had to help her get in and out over the threshold bar. We enjoyed meals at the Wilford Bridge Inn, just down the road, and at The Dolphin at Thorpeness. Aldeburgh is pretty seaside town, if you like smoked fish or seafood, the kiosks on the seafront are worth a visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jayne R.

4 Sept 2023

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Lovely stay

Lovely time, as before, clean and tidy with nice complementary bottle of wine and milk Would have been nice if the small garden lawn had been mowed as on presentation looks nice plus makes it easier with having small dogs to clear up after

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

20 Aug 2023

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

Sue

Helen is friendly, welcoming and helpful! The cottage is perfectly situated for those that like long dog walks, offering both costal and forest paths nearby. We have stayed here twice now, and will be returning next year

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Victoria B.

18 Aug 2023

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

Super house

Super house, comfortable and well-equipped. Is very near a main road so traffic noise a bit loud, especially with windows open.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

13 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful tranquil cottage

Had a lovely stay at Shearers cottage, great location and smooth check in. Thank you Helen for checking in on us and for the wonderful welcome of a bottle of wine and milk in the fridge on arrival. Definitely recommend to friends and family. Thanks again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon R.

9 Aug 2023

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

Can we live here?

We liked the property and the location so much, we would happily live there. We will definitely be going back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark U.

4 Aug 2023

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

Summer get away

Nice & well equipped cottage, plenty of storage, & a complementary bottle of milk & wine on arrival.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Helen Shand

My name is Helen Shand and I and my husband Garrow bought Castle Farm in 1987. We are from suffolk farming stock and wanted our four children to have plenty of space to play in safety. Shearers cottage was at that time an old sheep shearing shed in our front garden and we felt it would make an ideal holiday cottage. That was 24 years ago and now Shearers Cottage has been extended and re-furbished to a very high standard. We are therefore on hand if our guests need anything.

Why they chose this property

We bought Castle Farm, a 50 acre farm, to have more space for Garrow's contracting business and for our children to have plenty of space for horses, cars, bikes and loads of fun! We love this part of Suffolk as there is so much to do, the varied countryside, with woods, beautiful coastline and wide open spaces to explore, has something for everyone.

What makes this property unique

Shearers Cottage has plenty of living space and beautiful surroundings while being close to lots of Suffolk's best amenities.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living room 1

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Ensuite to Double bedroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

About this property