Meadow Through the Glass
3 guests
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2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
700 sq/ft
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A restored 1930s pumping station set within a private wild water meadow beside the River Box, this Suffolk cottage earns its place through sheer outlook. The glass conservatory extension wraps you in 180-degree views over the Box Valley, and windows open directly onto a raised terrace above the meadow. Inside, a log burner housed in an industrial-heritage heating tower anchors the dining area. Footpaths into the surrounding Constable Country thread through the grounds, with two village pubs close by and the wider landscapes of Dedham Vale AONB a twenty-five-minute drive away.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore Dedham Vale's river meadows and quintessential English countryside, within driving distance
Look out over the water meadow from two generous sofas
Settle into a 1930s brick cottage set within a wild water meadow
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Home truths
At full occupancy, one guest will sleep on the sofa bed in the loft.
The main bedroom sits off the open-plan living space, separated only by a curtain rather than a door. It's an intimate, atmospheric layout, but something to weigh up if you're a light sleeper or if you and your fellow guests keep different hours.
For those with reduced mobility, there's a ground floor bedroom and bathroom here.
Due to this home's location, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay.
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Wi-fi
Balcony / patio
Patio / terrace
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Oven
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Local guide
About Dedham Vale
Taking a wooden clinker boat out onto the River Stour on a pleasant day has to be one of the most romantic English experiences you could picture – that is, until you bump into a bank as you glide backwards. Horse chestnut trees hang over the banks and meadows stretch out in either direction. The waterway is the focal point of Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that...
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Get around
Airport
London Stansted
1 hr 3 min
London Southend
1 hr 14 min
Rochester
1 hr 38 min
Train station
Bures
23 min
Bus stop
The Angel
12 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
13 min
Cafe
17 min
Pharmacy
17 min
Points of interest
Beach
Brightlingsea Beach
41 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
This home is managed by Charlie
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. From the lovely visitors' book to the charming welcome hamper filled with local bread and jam, host Charlie leaves no stone unturned when it comes to making your stay in Suffolk an enjoyable one. A longtime native of East Anglia, he's always delighted to answer your queries or provide local recommendations.
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