Holiday houses in Gestingthorpe

The Hayloft

Relax with the family in this peaceful slice of heaven. Set at the end of a single lane track, it is a truly idyllic spot. Wildlife in abundance including deer, hare, owls and other large birds of prey. The property is on our small farm where we keep our horses, chickens, geese and ducks. We are close to Hedingham Castle, only 3 mins by car. Great for attending a wedding! It’s a 10 minute walk to the village of Gestingthorpe with its award winning pub The Pheasant offering drinks and great food.

The Stables a rural, romantic retreat

This lovely cottage is in a particularly pretty rural setting close to Castle Hedingham, with great walks right from your doorstep and local nearby pubs. The Stables is a 1600’s, Grade II listed farm building recently sympathetically restored with many original features and exposed Oak beams retained to offer a couple a chance to get away from it all and enjoy beautiful countryside in the comfort and luxury of a beautiful little cottage. Included is a lovely Breakfast Hamper 2 Dogs welcome

Countryside Cottage Suffolk/Essex border

Tucked away in the Suffolk / Essex Countryside enjoy the perfect blend of peace & adventure at our charming, spacious, cottage . Designed relaxation, boasting a cosy interior & beautiful views , unwind after a day of exploring. Discover the surrounding historic towns & villages, walking & cycling routes or paddle board / canoe on the River Stour. The market town of Sudbury , birth place of Thomas Gainsborough, is 5 miles away. Cambridge 27 miles Stansted Airport 31 miles Central London 70 m

The Beeches - Two Bedroom Cottage With Hot Tub

Brand new two-bedroom house in a peaceful countryside setting. Enjoy a private garden oasis with lawn, patio, outdoor dining area, and luxury hot tub. Inside includes a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower, WiFi, and Smart TV. Located in CM22 7JX, just a few minutes drive from the village of hatfield Broad Oak and the charming market towns of Great Dunmow and Bishop’s Stortford. Ideal for a quiet, comfortable stay with easy access to pubs, restaurants and scenic walking routes.

Garden Cottage @ Pound Farm

Set 6km from Hedingham Castle, 22 km from Freeport Shopping Village, 10km from Sudbury market town and 37km from Colchester, Britain’s Roman capital. Spend the day exploring the local area or soak up the peaceful setting. Dogs are welcome at this property. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling, walks, explore the local area or make the most of the garden. Sudbury Train Station is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 49 km from the accommodation.

Historic charm, modern comfort.

Recently renovated to the highest standard, The Loft is a spacious and immaculately presented two-bedroom flat in the heart of Castle Hedingham. Set within a centuries-old building, it perfectly blends historic character with contemporary style, offering all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Whether you're visiting for a weekend escape or a longer break, The Loft provides the ideal base to explore this beautiful, historic village and surrounding countryside.

Rural cartlodge on a family run arable farm

A cosy cottage on a small working family farm near the Essex/Suffolk border. Within walking distance of the beautiful village of Castle Hedingham. It is the perfect base for exploring the countryside, enjoying the wildlife, visiting the local venues or the historic villages of Finchingfield, Thaxted, Lavenham and Long Melford, which are all within a 30-minute drive. Alternatively, there is boating on the nearby river Stour, or just enjoying a drink at one of the country pubs along its route.

Exclusive retreat on a private lake

Enjoy a truly unique stay in this exclusive lodge. Situated on its own private lake, you will have everything you need to enjoy a blissful retreat with award winning country pubs such as The Dog & Pickle only a walk away. Please note: 1. We are strictly a minimum of two night stays. 2. We can only accept infants under 6 months old. 3. There is no swimming or paddle boarding allowed in the lake. NEW FOR 2026 - The Wellness Deck Sauna, Cold Plunge & outdoor shower, ready for use now!

The Nook

Escape to this cosy, self-contained apartment just a stone’s throw from the charming market town of Sudbury. The Nook is perfectly located for exploring the beautiful nearby villages of Lavenham, Monks Eleigh, and Clare, as well as major towns like Bury St Edmunds and Colchester. The Nook has its own private entrance, overlooking the natural wetland. The Nook is a five-minute walk from the picturesque waterside path along the River Stour, ideal for miles of serene countryside walks.

Luxury, contemporary vineyard property - 2 adults

Toppesfield Wine Centre is a contemporary ‘Scandi-style villa’ with a large open plan lounge/dining area which has a giant picture window overlooking Toppesfield Vineyard and full height glass sliding doors looking out onto a beautiful garden/ private patio with a large outside dining table and a luxurious day bed. It has a luxury bedroom with superking bed, view over the vineyard, luxury bathroom, tennis court and 4 person jacuzzi (2nd bedroom available via Airbnb 4 person listing)

Orchard Cottage - Farmhouse Annexe

Orchard Cottage is a recently built, self contained three bedroom annexe to a grade II listed 16th Century farmhouse, located on a working farm in close proximity to the village of Castle Hedingham in North Essex. . The location is an ideal access point to the nearby towns and villages in the Suffolk/Essex borders such as Lavenham, Long Melford, Sudbury, Finchingfield, Braintree and further afield Colchester, Newmarket, and Cambridge. As well as many local wedding venues.

Charming Cottage Breakfast Inc Near Meadows & Park

A stunning period cottage newly refurbished with ultra modern facilities incl fast broadband 24mbps. Great location: in the heart of Sudbury market town, walking distance to ancient water meadows 2mins, train station 5mins, large supermarket 2mins, local restaurants & shops 8-10mins. The cottage is a practical & sociable space for up to six guests with woodburner, central heating, instant shower & lux roll top bath. I host nearby an apartment for 4.