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Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast

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Hill Cottages
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Living area
Interior detail
Food and drink

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bramfield, ENG
  • Heveningham Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Southwold Pier
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Southwold Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast

Set back from the road. Built circa 1750, this traditional timber-framed cottages has been carefully renovated and fitted out to a high standard to offer comfortable accommodation whilst retaining many original features such as oak beams, wattle and daub walls and a bread oven.

One of two adjoining cottages available to rent, No 9 is a cosy cottage that sleeps 3-4 people and is available for stays of 3 nights or more. Because of the limitations on how we can set prices on this site please ask for a quote for short stays of between 4-6 nights so that we can apply a discount.

On the ground floor is the living/dining room. Has two comfortable sofas around an open fire, perfect for cosy winter evenings. There is a dining area to one side. The small well-equipped kitchen also has a microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. There is a small worktop freezer located in the cupboard in the living room.

The shower room and toilet are also on the ground floor.

On the first floor, there are two bedrooms with views to the front. The second bedroom which is accessed through the main bedroom has a single bed plus a pull out second bed when required both beds have sprung mattresses. Blackout blinds are fitted at the windows.

At the back is a small semi-enclosed garden set out with a garden table and chairs where you can enjoy the fabulous view over open farmland.
The cottages are located in a village just outside the Blyth valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. We love the slower pace of life, the relaxed atmosphere, and the great local produce.

The village has a family and dog-friendly pub that serves good food and a good local shop where basic supplies can be bought. Both are within a short walk from the cottages.

The cottage offers an ideal location for exploring the Suffolk coastal area and delving deeper into the Suffolk countryside.

Please Note: As is fairly common of workers cottages of this age the ceiling height is low with some low beams (less than 6ft). The Stairs are also quite steep so are not suitable for people with mobility issues.

Property manager

Jacqui Bellefontaine

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel cot and high chair available on request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional fee £20
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
no candles

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Halesworth

Located in Halesworth, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Broads and Southwold Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider RSPB Minsmere, or check out an event or a game at UK Parachuting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding.
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Bramfield, ENG

What's nearby

  • Heveningham Hall - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Southwold Pier - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
  • RSPB Minsmere - 16 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Southwold Beach - 24 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Halesworth Station - 5 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Racehorse Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Angel Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Two Magpies Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab House - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast located?

This family-friendly Halesworth cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Halesworth Gallery, St Peter's Church, Wenhaston and The Cut Arts Centre. Halesworth Museum and Suffolk Coast and Heaths are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
Beautiful cottage in a brilliant location for getting around Suffolk. We enjoyed days out to Orfordness, Sutton Hoo and Framlingham Castle. The view at the back of the cottage is simply stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Rural retreat
Lovely cottage with beautiful gardens. Check in and out times need verification (should be 4pm check in, 10am check out). Upstairs layout needs to state twin room accessed via double room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with beautiful garden
Good to have a return visit to this lovely cottage. I love the front garden, which is full of traditional 'cottage garden' flowers and was as beautiful as I remembered. The inside is tastefully furnished and well equipped with everything you need. It's a good base for visiting the coast and the nearby reserves such as Minsmere.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

PHILIP M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Revisiting Suffolk
Compact but well equipped. Hales worth more or less as it always was and coastal sites as brilliant as ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday cottage review
A very clean and comfortable cottage with everything needed for an enjoyable holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
A lovely relaxing stay in a beautiful cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage
We had a great stay. Cottage is small but was perfect for us and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Little Cottage
Perfect place to explore the local area . Cosy & comfortable with everything you needed. Lovely outdoor area to sit , eat and admire the views . We were in the area for the Latitude festival which was a short drive away with easy access Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mieke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leuke complete cottage langs doorgaande (drukke) weg
Een heerlijk verblijf in een echt Engelse cottage op het platteland van Suffolk, op zo' n 15 km van de kust. Leuke badplaatsjes en andere gezellige plaatsen in de buurt. Goed fietsbaar!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet cottage with lovely garden
Cottage is compact, but there was plenty of space for us (two adults) and it had a lovely homely feel with tasteful furniture and furnishings. Many original features have been preserved. We had all the equipment and utensils we needed. Despite the main road location, it feels surprising quiet and peaceful due to the beautifully planted cottage garden at the front and the rear patio with lovely view over the fields. The location is convenient for the coast. Minsmere and Dunwich Heath are about 15-20 mins drive. Ideally, I like to be even closer, but I made a late booking so was just pleased to find this cottage available. It worked out better than I'd imagined as we loved the cottage. I would definitely return in future if not able to find anything suitable (smaller lets seem to be harder to find) closer to the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a relaxed getaway
Lovely characterful cottage in good location on outskirts of pleasant village of Bramfield within easy reach of Suffolk coast and countryside. Cottage clean, tidy and with all the facilities needed. Hosts provided lots of information on the cottage, local area and places to eat. Thanks to Jacqui for making our stay so enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cottage
Lovely old cottage, which was well-equipped and comfortable. We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed sitting in the garden and on the patio. Location was convenient. Would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great discovery. Perfekt for vacation.
Thanks for your Trust and nice hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful authentic tasteful cottage.
Good location with easily accessible places of interest to visit. Lovely village with a friendly pub and farm shop.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely mini break
Adorable cottage in a lovely setting with plenty of great places to visit close by including some lovely villages and beautiful coastline. Cottage had everything we needed and communication with the host was good and easy. Many thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr Paul riseborough
It was a small but had everything we needed nice and peaceful nice views from the rear garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bramfield
A really nice cottage. Great location for access to different areas of the coast. Well equipped and comfortable. Really nice front garden. The road was slightly busy at times at the front of the house but didn't cause us too much concern. A great stay. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephen p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely stay in a nice cosy cottage
Very good lovely host
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ally I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most amazing Christmas ever!
Firstly Jacqui was amazing and super accommodating and what to thank her for giving us the opportunity to stay in such a beautiful home! We were absolutely overwhelmed with how beautiful this little cottage was, the views from the back door was the most peaceful sights we had ever seen out of all of the holiday stay we have had! We had a log fire throughout Christmas Day and spent the three night stay curled up playing games and watching Harry Potter in the evenings. It had everything you needed and was super cozy! There was a lovely forest a short drive away we had a walk around ever day call dunwich forest. We will definitely return in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage from which to explore Suffolk
If you are a family with a small to medium size dog, this is a lovely cottage to stay. Cosy, clean with all the essentials. The addition of milk, tea, coffee and cake for arrival was a lovely touch. I wouldn’t say the garden is particularly dog suited but I imagine it looks beautiful in spring/ summer and the dogs have space to do their business. There is a dog friendly pub down the road but that’s about it in Bramfield. However lots of options of places to visit by car and the 2 magpies bakery is definitely worth a visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine H., Haslingden

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location for exploring
The cottage is small but very well equipped and comfortable. It is in an excellent location for exploring the Suffolk coast and countryside. There is a good local butchers and village store within easy walking distance. We had a lovely relaxing break.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bramfield stay
Matched what the property posting suggested and we had a very pleasant stay. We were blessed with a superb week of weather .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

katy a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very sweet cottage, great location
Lovely little cottage with amazing original features. Very well kitted out including sharp knives which is rare! Good shower, comfy sofas. Double bed mattress is poor, really springy and loud - only one of us slept in it, in the middle. I understand COVID rules but check in at 5 and out at 9 is poor, we were able to check in 4.30 (still not great) and out at 10. Brilliant location for coastal district exploring. Lovely local pub too.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural but not isolated
A very comfortable and well equipped property. Fantastic countryside location but in walking distance of great pub and farm shop. Over 6 footers will need to duck whilst moving round with care needed if visiting the downstairs loo at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gloria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
home from home
The beautiful cottage was furnished and equipped to a high standard and we couldn't have wished for better accommodation. We met Jacqui, who made us feel welcome. we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jacqui Bellefontaine

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The daughter of a Master baker, I grew up on the Kent coast. I am now a London based cookery writer who loves escaping to the Suffolk countryside. I enjoy gardening and taking long walks on the local beaches.

Why they chose this property

We have been holidaying at Hill Cottages Suffolk for over 30 years, we love the slower pace of life, the relaxed atmosphere and the great local produce. When the adjoining cottages to our original cottage came on the market in recent years we decided to buy them so we could share this wonderful holiday location with others.

What makes this property unique

The cottages are situtated in a village just outside the Blyth valley an area of outstanding natural beauty. There offer an ideal location for exploring the Suffolk coastal area so you can explore and find your favourite bit of the Suffolk.

Languages:

English