“A collection of chic barns (and a farmhouse) set in 35-acres of scenic Suffolk countryside. Accommodation varies in size but all have a boutique-y country farmhouse feel with added luxuries such as free-standing baths. With a spoiling spa and organic restaurant, this is an indulgent rural getaway.”
“A collection of chic barns (and a farmhouse) set in 35-acres of scenic Suffolk countryside. Accommodation varies in size but all have a boutique-y country farmhouse feel with added luxuries such as free-standing baths. With a spoiling spa and organic restaurant, this is an indulgent rural getaway.”
Hotel Review
Encircled by fields, this uber-comfortable retreat feels beautifully remote. It’s centred around the Great Barn, where you feel instantly welcomed and relaxed by inviting chairs and sofas by the roaring fire and below the characterful exposed beams. Here you can enjoy anything from a bean cassoulet to a citrus posset, from the delicious menu. With their earthy colour schemes, antique furniture, jute rugs, floral arrangements and rustic flooring, the accommodation in the 14 guest barns and larger farmhouse continue the delightful rural feel. Some are original, while others are sympathetically designed new-builds, and modern touches like large flatscreen TVs and upmarket kitchen appliances add to the luxury vibe. There’s an attractive spa, and low-key distractions such as archery, axe throwing, yoga, cycling, Nordic walking and clay pigeon shooting.
Written by Ben West
Recommended For
- Groups
- Self-catering cottages have various sleeping arrangements (the largest sleeps 8) — making this is ideal for a group of friends
- Total relaxation
- With its quiet setting, private areas, spa, and fab dining — this is perfect for a relaxing rural getaway
- Great walks
- Stroll through the property's 35-acres or set out for a longer walk in the surrounding countryside
- Cycling
- Use one of the hotel's bicycles to explore the area at your own pace
- Other Activities
- Try your hand at clay pigeon shooting, axe throwing, or archery
- Yoga
- Book one of the hotel's private or group yoga sessions
- Country Escape
- Restaurant
- The Great Barn restaurant uses seasonal produce to create innovative British cuisine
- Disabled access
- A one-bedroom barn and a two-bedroom barn both have disabled access
- Spa
- The spa offers two treatment rooms, a steam room, and a sauna
- Pet friendly
- Well-behaved dogs are welcomed
- Secluded setting
- Full of character
- Quiet
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Sit-out Terrace
- Intimate
- Charming
- Traditional
- Farmhouse
- Child friendly
- Self catering
- Gym
- Chic
- Boutique
Facilities
- Restaurant
- The Great Barn restaurant uses seasonal produce to create innovative British cuisine
- Disabled access
- A one-bedroom barn and a two-bedroom barn both have disabled access
- Spa
- The spa offers two treatment rooms, a steam room, and a sauna
- Hot Tub
- An outdoor hot tub in the garden
- Pet friendly
- Well-behaved dogs are welcomed
- Sit-out Terrace
- Massage
- Sauna/Steam
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Bicycles available
- Bar
- Parking
- Games room
- Wifi
- Child friendly
- Gym
- Garden
Activities
- Great walks
- Stroll through the property's 35-acres or set out for a longer walk in the surrounding countryside
- Cycling
- Use one of the hotel's bicycles to explore the area at your own pace
- Other Activities
- Try your hand at clay pigeon shooting, axe throwing, or archery
- Yoga
- Book one of the hotel's private or group yoga sessions
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Originally published by The Telegraph
