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Willow Farm

Eastbridge, Suffolk
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Beamed 17th-century farmhouse filled with character and a mix of contemporary and antique furnishings
  • Front and side gardens feature a smokehouse and well
  • Situated in the centre of the quiet hamlet of Eastbridge, a wildlife haven

Property code: OC-WIL

An enchanting period cottage situated in the centre of a quiet hamlet 6 miles from Aldeburgh. This dog-friendly cottage boasts a number of striking original features, spacious living areas and extensive gardens. It is perfect for a family or group of friends keen to explore the shorelines and countryside of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB.

Thought to have once been a farmhouse dating back to the 1600s, the two-storey cottage is surrounded by lush green countryside and wetlands feeding into miles of sweeping coastline. Timber frames, sloping ceilings and wood beams are found throughout its spacious rooms, which are now decorated with contemporary furnishings. Rest awhile in front of the sitting room’s wood burner after a long day out or hold court between courses served in the characterful dining room, with seconds and snacks readily available in the kitchen next door. You can also brush up for the day or evening ahead in the shower room or utility room nearby. When nighttime or an afternoon nap calls, head upstairs where three light and contemporary bedrooms await. The master bedroom, featuring a king-size bed and the twin are set under the eaves and the beds sit under exposed beams. The third bedroom, a second double, provides comfortable accommodation and captures the morning sunshine on fine days.  You will also find the family bathroom on this floor. Outside, watch the children play with the dog in the enclosed side and front lawned gardens while you prepare the BBQ on the patio or sit and relax with a refreshment in hand.

Head into Eastbridge to stock up on essentials or enjoy an early evening pint, perhaps after a long day wandering the nature reserve at Minsmere (1.5 miles), an area beloved by wildlife enthusiasts and walkers alike. Let the dog and the children off the lead on Sizewell Beach (4.2 miles) or introduce them to the many local characters you’ll find in the colourful seaside town of Aldeburgh (6 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms -  1 king size, 1 standard double, and 2 single beds
  • 2 bathrooms- 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Ceramic hob and electric oven, fridge, microwave, dishwasher and second fridge with freezer compartment
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, and storage
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner
  • TV, DVD player
  • Front and side garden, fully enclosed with a well (covered for safety), old smokehouse, patio, lawn area, garden furniture and BBQ
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Storage for bikes
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles, beach 1.5 miles
  • There is a telephone for incoming calls only
  • Please be aware there are sloping ceilings throughout the property
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Lawrence Kenny

This property is personally managed by Lawrence.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Deb 25th February 2024

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Great and spacious house, so clean and cosy and in a wonderful location. Walked so much from the house and around RSPB Minsmere our week, despite the very rainy weather. There is a pub a 2 min walk from the house. But we mostly cooked and had every utensil that we needed. Safe to say, it was hard to leave and we could happily live there!

Reviewed by Paul 11th December 2023

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Beautiful cottage just outside the Minsmere RSPB reserve. Warm and cosy.

Reviewed by Michael 29th October 2023

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Reviewed by Lynn 16th October 2023

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Willow Farm is absolutely beautiful, a wonderful setting close to RSPB Minsmere nature reserve, with everything you could wish for and more. The welcome pack was exceptional. Wonderful pub food on your doorstep at the Eels Foot inn. Highly recommend. It was very hard to leave.

Reviewed by Richard 2nd October 2023

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Willow Farm is located in a very peaceful location 5 minutes walk to the local pub and walks from the front door. Its a comfortable cottage. When we arrived we were surprised to find a wonderful welcome pack this was much appreciated and unexpected. Thank you.

Reviewed by Paul 10th September 2023

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Reviewed by Maureen 7th August 2023

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Reviewed by Sara 16th July 2023

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Willow Farm was in a lovely peaceful location, convenient for Minsmere, the beach and a very friendly pub. The house was clean and comfortable, with a good sized enclosed garden for the dog. Lots of walks from the doorstep. This is a beautiful part of Suffolk and we will definitely be back to stay at Willow Farm.

Reviewed by Ainsley 11th June 2023

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The property is perfectly situated for easy exploring of Suffolk.. lovely walks nearby without using car.. the Eels Foot pub very friendly and just down the road.. Lovely garden to relax in and very dog friendly

Reviewed by Ian 3rd May 2023

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Reviewed by Clare 18th April 2023

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On the whole, it was a gorgeous property. Lovely house and garden in a wonderful location. The decor is wonderful. There were a few really major issues however. (1) Fungus growing in a damp patch on the wall in one of the twin bedrooms, where my children slept - unsightly and a health hazard. (2) Beds - the single beds in the room nearest the bathRead moreroom were very hard and lumpy, and uncomfortable to sleep on. Also, the double bed did not have a mattress protector on it, only a top sheet. A mattress protector or undersheet is absolutely essential and I just couldnt believe there wasnt one there. (3) The Fridge door was misaligned and required a lot of force to open and close. It was almost too much for my elderly mother in law to manage it. The door handle is loose - if it falls off, it will be almost impossible to open and close the fridge which will really spoil a holiday. (4) A new loo brush is needed upstairs as the current one leaks. It really was a nice place to stay and in many ways Willow Cottage is absolutely stunning but unfortunately the issues mentioned above have a really negative impact on the place. Were the above issuers corrected, I would definitely return. Hide

Reviewed by P 3rd April 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 2nd January 2023

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Reviewed by Durwyn 1st January 2023

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Reviewed by Kirsten 11th November 2022

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I love the location - great walks from the door along Minsmere sluice and walkable to the Minsmere reserve. The garden is large and not overlooked. The house is warm, characterful and cosy. I particularly appreciated the woodburner (all set up with wood for our arrival), having 2 bathrooms and the goody package (especially the chocolate!) left for Read moreus: crisps, chocolate, milk, coffee, tea, sugar, apple juice. Hide

Reviewed by Claire 10th October 2022

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 2nd October 2022

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Reviewed by Anonymous 1st October 2022

Lovely country cottage to spend Christmas in

Reviewed by Peter 24th July 2022

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Cottage was better than the website photos, much better in the flesh. Everything you need for a quiet and restful break, with cows moo-ing in the background. We loved it. Only 10 drive to shops. Main bedroom bed very soft, slept fine but not what Im used too.

Reviewed by Angela 19th June 2022

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Reviewed by Chris 29th May 2022

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A lovely comfortable house with a fabulous garden. We loved having the bird feeders in the garden - regular visits from Woodpeckers were a delight. Generally well-equipped, with a few omissions that would have improved our stay; a freezer would have been very useful. Also some cushions for the patio seating would have made a delightful spot perfeRead morect. In the kitchen some tongues and baking trays would have been useful. In places, the paintwork was a little tired, but this didnt detract from the comfort and cleanliness. The location was great - lots of walks from the door and very handy for Minsmere. Wed definitely stay again. Hide

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