Woodfarm Barns and Barges in Suffolk & Tuscany
Enjoy a unique dog-friendly stay in the Suffolk (or Tuscany)
- Sibton, England
Originally a stable block with a clock tower, dog-friendly The Clockhouse in Suffolk is a gorgeous horseshoe-shaped building is now a fantastic dog-friendly getaway.
£380From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Saxmundham, England
A beautifully restored dog-friendly four-bedroom Victorian cottage built into the wall surrounding the Wilderness Estate's original flowers and vegetable garden.
£617From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Botesdale, EnglandSet in the owners’ 7-acres of grounds and surrounded by farmland, these two detached barn conversions stand adjacent to one another. The Old Stables has its own enclosed garden, and its own private hot tub, with delightful open countryside views and has been well-furnished to provide a perfect holiday home at any time of year. Burfields Barn has en-suite bathrooms to all bedrooms, a wealth of exposed beams and the wood burner in the open-plan living/dining room/kitchen ensures a warm welcome all year round. Burfields Barn also benefits from a private indoor heated pool and games room. Outside, there is a large enclosed courtyard for al fresco dining and shared use of 7-acres of grounds for guests to enjoy. Catering is also available by prior arrangement with the owner.
The properties provide an excellent base for walking, cycling or bird watching, but are conveniently situated to explore the delightful market towns and villages of Suffolk. Stowmarket, 10 miles, is home to the Museum of East Anglian Life, has a wide range of shops and restaurants and direct train links to London Liverpool Street Station. Bury St Edmunds with its cathedral, abbey grounds and Georgian theatre, the market town of Diss and the county towns of Ipswich, Norwich and Colchester are all within easy reach. Slightly further afield are the unspoilt delights of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, including Aldeburgh, Dunwich, Walberswick, Southwold and the ancient burial ground at Sutton Hoo (National Trust). Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. Burfields Barn (ref 29880) and The Old Stables (ref W44247) can be booked together to accommodate up to 15 guests. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£374From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Colchester, EnglandA charming, all-ground-floor annexe on the outskirts of the village of Alresford in Colchester. Pet-friendly. Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Colchester 6.5 miles; Clacton-on-Sea 9.7 miles.£87From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Fressingfield, EnglandSituated in the grounds of the owners Grade II listed hall house which dates back to 1653, this detached cottage is elegantly furnished to a very good standard. Ulric the Thane was Lord of the manor in early Saxon times and Whittingham Hall was often visited by Prince Edward I. At one stage the land was used for racehorse training, some gallops remain intact. Whittingham Cottage enjoys complete privacy and a very pretty cottage garden with a terrace surrounded by roses. Ideal for sitting and enjoying a pleasant summers day or evening.
There are footpaths throughout the 500 acre arable farm, also a large pond with ducks. Ideal for touring the unspoilt stretches of of the Suffolk coasline’s 18 miles, with Minsmere Bird Sanctuary, Southwold and Dunwich all nearby. The Norfolk Broads and Norwich, 25 miles. Eye, Framlingham and Diss, 10 miles. The location of this property in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, makes an ideal base for exploring the delightful towns and villages that surround. Shops and pubs 1½ miles.£68From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Colchester, EnglandA well-presented, barn conversion resting on a 10-acre farm close to Polstead, Suffolk. Open-plan living. Pets welcome. Games room. Nayland 4.2 miles; Hadleigh 4.7 miles.£86From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Brockford Green, EnglandTucked away on the site of the Mid Suffolk Light Railway track bed, close to the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum, these delightful and unique holiday properties are based on the railway theme: one a station building plus 5 converted railway carriages, enjoying panoramic views across rolling countryside.
The Station House (ref E5336) is a comfortable detached, three-bedroom station building, typical of the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway. With one double and two twin bedrooms, it can house up to six adults.
Railway Carriage One (ref E5337) is a compact but airy carriage with a living room and kitchen area and sleeps four in comfort. There is a double bedroom and a second sleeping area with two short bunk beds suitable for children.
Railway Carriage Two (ref E5601) is a well-appointed and spacious carriage with two bedrooms, one double, one with two bunk beds, and a further sofa bed in the living area to sleep two. The open plan living area, and an adjoining kitchen, allows families or friends to spread out, relax and enjoy their holiday together.
The Guard’s Van (E5639) offers two comfortable bedrooms for four people, with a double and two single beds. It has a delightful living and dining room with comfortable, upholstered bench seats which retain the original feel of the carriage.
The Italian Carriage (UKC3492) offers accommodation for up to four people. At one end you will find a bunk room, sleeping two people and the other a double bed in the master room. In the centre of the carriage is an open plan seating and kitchen area. The carriage enjoys its own patio and seating area.
Wilby Halt (ref UKC712) is a quirky and unusual property is split over two restored railway carriages. Linked by a railway platform, the first carriage houses the living space including kitchen and comfortable living room. The second carriage is the sleeping carriage where you will find the double bedroom and further room with bunk bed and single bed. This really is a unique experience and perfect for families.
It is surrounded by country lanes and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy cycling, walking and just relaxing and getting away from it all. It is centrally located, so it is also a great destination for those who want to sample what Suffolk has to offer. The owner’s own swimming pool, ¾ mile away, is available and is heated all year. There is also a hot tub and sauna.
Local amenities can be found in the pretty village of Debenham only 4 miles away, which has some lovely shops, pubs and cafés, as well as a local supermarket and leisure centre. The beautiful village of Mendlesham, 1½ miles, has a pub, post office, local store and bakery. It is within a short walk of the Mid-Suffolk Railway Museum, with steam trains at weekends in summer. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 29 guests.£67From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Sibton, England
A former 19th-century barn, dog-friendly The Cartshed in Suffolk has been lovingly restored into a spacious and welcoming holiday home – high ceilings and wooden beams still intact.
£780From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Sibton, England
An idyllic retreat, dog-friendly The Barn in Suffolk has been transformed into a spectacular holiday property.
£823From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Sibton, England
The oldest building on the estate, dog-friendly The Farmhouse in Suffolk is now a beautifully restored holiday homestead for pets and their owners.
£562From price per night based on 7 night stay