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Hollyhocks

Woodbridge, Suffolk
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A little gem of a cottage, with lots of original features and heaps of character
  • Beautiful views of Orford Ness and Shingle Street from the upstairs windows
  • The secure garden, with lawn, patio and flower beds, is absolutely delightful

Property code: OC-HOK

Situated in the rural village of Bawdsey, this characterful cottage makes a lovely cosy retreat for couples and solo travellers eager to explore a tranquil part of the Suffolk countryside. Offering traditional, bright and welcoming accommodation for up to two guests, the property features wooden ceiling beams, exposed brickwork, stone tiling, a feature fireplace and a snug open fire. With views towards Shingle Street and Orford Ness, this pretty hideaway is perfect for keen walkers, cyclists and nature lovers discovering the area’s historic sites, beautiful nature reserves and glorious coastline.

Entering this delightful cottage, the sweet and colourful lounge makes an ideal space to cuddle up in front of the open fire and watch a movie in the evenings. You can enjoy a romantic meal for two in the charming dining room, and the stylishly equipped kitchen has a handy additional breakfast bar. The ground floor also offers a refreshing bathroom. Upstairs, the pretty bedroom features a comfortable king-size bed, TV, feature fireplace and ceiling beams. Stepping outside, the enclosed back garden has outdoor furniture and beautiful views across the countryside and towards the coast, making this an ideal spot for sitting back with a glass of wine on a sunny afternoon.

Lying close to the estuary of the River Deben, the picturesque village of Bawdsey is a great base for discovering the Bawdsey Peninsula’s beautiful heathland, lush pine forests and friendly pubs. Local attractions include Sutton Hoo, Bawdsey Manor, Parham Airfield Museum and Bentwaters Cold War Museum, all within 17 miles. Walking south along the coast you can cross the river to reach the traditional seaside town of Felixstowe (6 miles). Heading north, you can explore the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is home to the stunning Orford Ness National Nature Reserve (12.5 miles).

  • 1 king-size bedroom
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee machine, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Open fire (first basket of logs supplied)
  • Electric storage heaters
  • TV, DVD, radio in the lounge, radio with Bluetooth speakers in the kitchen, TV in the bedroom
  • Enclosed garden with patio
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop and pub 0.8 miles, beach 2 miles
  • Due to its size and style, the cottage is not suitable for infants or children
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Darren Williams

This property is personally managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 39 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rebecca 6th April 2024

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We had a fabulous time at Hollyhocks. It was so quiet and peaceful. Very comfortable and cosy cottage. Spotlessly clean. Would definitely recommend it. Our 2 dogs loved it also. Safe enclosed garden that we could let them out into and not have to worry. Thank you for a lovely week away.

Reviewed by Mandy 26th March 2024

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Fantastic little cottage. Wonderful enclosed garden. Very clean and well equipped. I loved my stay at Hollyhocks and will definitely return.

Reviewed by Conor 24th March 2024

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I stayed here midweek with my two dogs and had a lovely, peaceful break. The kitchen is well-stocked and the rooms are clean. The bed was very comfy too. The garden is a decent size and fenced all the way round. It allowed me to play in the garden with my two greyhounds, without fear that they could accidentally get out and run off. The locationRead more is good - about a 20 minute walk to the sea to the east. Bawdsey Quay is about a two mile journey to the south. There's a cafe there but I believe its only open Fri - Sun. I'd definitely recommend this cottage to anyone that wants a peaceful break near to the coast. I got chatting to a few of the locals whilst on walks, during my stay. Everyone was very friendly. The Swan Inn down the road is a lovely pub. Decent prices but don't serve food. I think they do a quiz night every Wednesday. Hide

Reviewed by Elspeth 23rd January 2024

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Cute little cottage. Well appointed but unfortunately extremely cold on arrival and took a good 24hrs to warm through. We were just there for a short break so not ideal or as romantic as billed.

Reviewed by Richard 22nd December 2023

Wonderful little place. Everything you need for a single person or couple to stay. Accommodation was warm, clean and tidy. Nicely laid out bedroom with a very comfortable bed. Bathroom spotless, with good hot shower or bath. Kitchen compact, but functional. Felt at home within a few minutes, and look forward to returning here next year. Ideal for mRead moree visiting my daughters family, as only 10 minutes away from Hollesley Hide

Reviewed by Angela 30th October 2023

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Lovely little place , very cute with everything you need , I enjoyed our stay in this quaint cottage and lovely village Note to company (not part of the review) - batteries need changing in the Freeview remote. - also tho the property accepts pets I would have expected to see some dog bowls etc possible for use we didnt see that . Didnt reaRead morelly seem aimed at pets, Ive stayed in many pet friendly places with some beautiful touches for our furry friends , blankets pet bowls etc to make them also feel welcome - just a suggestion tho was a lovely stay Hide

Reviewed by Kim 15th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jill 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Roy 7th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by Martine 12th August 2023

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Reviewed by Michael 7th August 2023

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Reviewed by FRANKMHia7//ss 12th July 2023

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Reviewed by Kim 5th July 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 20th June 2023

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Reviewed by Julie 9th June 2023

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This is a sweet little cottage. I had a perfect relaxing chill out time. The cottage had all that i needed for my stay and a very comfortable bed. A pretty little garden. An all round winner.

Reviewed by Deborah Nicholson 21st May 2023

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Reviewed by Nick 15th May 2023

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Reviewed by Megan 10th May 2023

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Reviewed by Paul 28th April 2023

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Reviewed by Wendy 18th March 2023

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A lovely sweet cosy cottage in a great area for walking.

Reviewed by Paul 11th March 2023

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Bawdsey is a perfect location for exploring the Suffolk coast. A visit to Bawdsey key may reward you with finds of sea glass and sharks teeth. A great location for both bird watching and photography. The cottage is well located for a visit to Sutton Hoo an absolute must if you love Anglo Saxon history and watched the film "The Dig." Also remember Read moreto visit the Ramsholt Arms where they filmed part of the film " Yesterday" Hide

Reviewed by Diane 12th February 2023

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A lovely, small, cosy cottage. It was well equipped and comfortable. Ideal for couples and an enclosed garden for the dog. We had a very enjoyable couple of days staying at Hollyhocks.

Reviewed by Kerry 31st January 2023

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Absolutely lovely stay at Hollyoaks with Beauty, my staffie. We will definitely be coming back to this peaceful and perfectly located property. Thank you :)

Reviewed by Jess 8th December 2022

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This was the perfect little cottage for a couple of days away. Great walks and loads to explore on on the doorstep. Great help from the owner and neighbour with any issues, and we especially delighted in the open fireplace to warm ourselves after a long day walking. The bed was extremely comfortable and the kitchen very well equipped. It was small Read morebut offered everything we needed and really felt like a home from home. Thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Dean 2nd December 2022

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Reviewed by J 21st November 2022

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Reviewed by Fay 14th November 2022

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Reviewed by Susan 3rd November 2022

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Reviewed by Michelle 9th October 2022

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Reviewed by Margaret 2nd October 2022

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Myself and my dog had a lovely holiday at Hollyhocks. The cottage is well equipped, cosy and comfortable and has a lovely enclosed garden. Comfy bed and good quality bedding. No complaints at all!

Reviewed by Julian 20th August 2022

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Reviewed by Sally 10th July 2022

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Hollyhocks was perfect for a break in Suffolk and was situated in a much needed peaceful location to be able to relax. It was still a good base to be near to places of interest such as Woodbridge, Framlingham and Aldeburgh. Bawdsey is a lovely quieter village and a short trip from the cottage would take you to the small sandy beach area where therRead moree is a chance to go on the foot ferry to Felixstowe. Our first holiday using SuffolkSecrets and we were very pleased with the whole process. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 7th July 2022

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Reviewed by Jenny 4th July 2022

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The property had a safe enclosed garden which was great for our dog. It is on a busy road but the secondary glazing did its job. It is a quirky property but had all we needed for a week away.

Reviewed by Graham 24th June 2022

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Reviewed by Maureen 14th June 2022

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Reviewed by Mary 28th May 2022

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Reviewed by Christine 26th April 2022

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Location

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