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Amazing views & peaceful - Suffolk Private Retreat
A stunning guest cottage located in the heart of the beautiful Suffolk countryside in East Anglia. Enjoy a relaxing rural retreat with amazing views. Relax, take a deep breath of clean air, and calm. Enjoy big skies, and glorious sunsets. Perfect for walking, cycling, or relax in your own private garden or the balcony. Local shops, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles away. Visit historic Lavenham, Bury St Edmunds, Constable Country, and many more enchanting places nearby. Unsuitable for under 12's.

No77 Pretty Cottage in the heart of Lavenham
No77 High Street is a pretty, grade II listed cottage ideally placed to walk to all attractions within historic Lavenham. A few doors down from a Coop - well stocked with provisions for your stay. Recently completely refurbished, all furnishings are new, including new beds with SIMBA mattresses, top quality bed linen and towels. To the rear is a terrace - a sheltered spot for breakfast al-fresco. It has a lockable rear entrance for secure cycle and pushchair storage. Car park 100m away.

Cottage on the beach
With its own beachside garden and breathtaking uninterrupted views of the wildest of Essex creeks and marshes, the cottage is only to be reached on foot atop a sea wall. The perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The last in a row of westerly facing cottages, perfect to watch the evening sun go down . From the front garden or even laying in bed, watch the tide slip in and out, the fishing boats come and go and live, for a while, in a world moving at a slower pace.

Charming Cosy Cottage
The Old Cottage Annexe is our cosy and quirky 17th Century one-bedroom attached annexe. After a two-year renovation throughout our home and annexe, we’re excited to be hosting again! You'll love our 'one-up-one-down' style cottage, providing a unique 'home-from-home' experience within the beautiful market town of Hadleigh, Suffolk. Whether you are an individual, or couple, looking for a base, you'll enjoy making the annexe your home. We look forward to welcoming you to Hadleigh!

Luxurious newly built cottage in central Wivenhoe
Set in the heart of Wivenhoe, within close reach of the water front and the village's superb array of shops, pubs and restaurants, this stunning one bedroom cottage has been newly built to an outstanding specification and provides comfortable, luxurious accommodation throughout. There is a fabulous open plan living space and bespoke kitchen, a delightful South facing courtyard, a double bedroom and a luxury bathroom. Perfect year-round holiday cottage, well behaved dogs welcome!

Romantic or Family Rural Bliss
Blissfully comfortable & charming cottage in the grounds of Grade 2* country house with gorgeous 8 acre garden. Pre-book access to outdoor pool */ tennis court , table tennis. Wonderful walks & solitude in Stour Valley. Beach 30 minutes. 2 dble bedrooms, 2 bath, smart TV, private entrance, log burner. Dining/sun terrace with tables, chairs, etc. Ideal for couples, friends or families of up to 4 By arrangement: use of tennis court* and pool* in season- pls check at booking

The Hayloft 5 Star in the Center of Lavenham
The Hayloft is a charming detached luxurious cottage with unique character in the center of the stunning chocolate box Lavenham . Situated just off the Market Square the village pubs, brasseries, and coffee shops and much more are just outside the cottage. Parking is not a problem. Close to Long Melford, Clare, Lavenham, Sudbury, Bury St. Edmunds and Newmarket. Countryside walks, river Stour, cycling and antique shops galore. Why not go to Cambridge or racing at Newmarket.

Cozy two bedroom cottage in lower Wivenhoe
The Little Blue Cottage A cosy and homely end of mews two bedroom cottage situated on lower Wivenhoe. Located at the end of a quiet gravelled mews out of sight and earshot of the road but just a stones throw away from local amenities (just 120 steps to The Greyhound pub)! At over 150 years old, this charming cottage is packed with original features and has recently been restored to a high standard ensuring a luxurious and comfortable stay with all the latest mod cons.
Luxury cottage in the centre of Lavenham
This beautifully restored period cottage offers luxury boutique accommodation, is centrally located within the village and within easy walking distance to numerous pubs, eateries and specialty shops. Lavenham is considered to be England's most well-preserved medieval town. With its winding streets, timber-framed buildings and quaint cottages, it is also Suffolk's prettiest wool town and is ideally located to explore the beautiful Suffolk countryside.

46 acres Parkland/Lakes -Hot Tub, Heated Pool
Cottage completely self-contained, attached to a Grade II* listed country house, set in 46 acres of private grounds. Beautiful, tranquil parkland setting, originally designed by Sir Humphrey Repton, with ongoing improvements. The Outdoor Heated Pool (April- October inclusive) and Hot Tub (all year) are situated in a sheltered tropical garden, with a Pool House. There is an outdoor hard tennis court. Beautiful lakes, gardens, countryside and wildlife.

The Lodge at Middiford Barn
The Lodge at Middiford Barn is perfect for those wanting to enjoy the best of the Essex countryside. We are perfectly located for anyone wanting to visit Abberton Reservoir, Layer Marney Tower, Tiptree Jam Factory, Mersea Island, Maldon and the Historic City of Colchester. Whilst also being in close proximity to Constable Country. We are also nearby to the Wedding Venues of Layer Marney Tower, East Mersea Hall, Vaulty Manor and Braxted Park

Riverside gem with a nautical past
In the heart of lower Wivenhoe on the quay, our little self-contained cottage was once part of the home of The Colne Marine and Yacht Company. Its thick brick walls and quiet and pretty disposition, defy its former role as a working yard where timber yachts were crafted and repaired, drawn up inside at high tide. Emma and Charlie welcome guests back time after time to relax and enjoy this very special place. We hope you will join them.
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