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This peaceful 17th-century stable and cart lodge in the Suffolk countryside is an idyllic retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Located in the pretty village of Stoke-by-Nayland in the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The home’s red-brick exterior gives way to a country-chic living room where a wood-burning fireplace creates an instantly warm welcome. Two large glass doors open up here onto a private garden where a table and chairs invite sunny breakfasts, while a barbecue is ready to be fired up for alfresco dinners under the stars. Spend afternoons curled up in the hayloft with a good book or watching movies on the large screen in the main room. Alternatively, go out and explore your beautiful natural surroundings – there are plenty of picturesque walks right outside your door, while Stoke-by-Nayland has quaint shops and country pubs to explore, a one-minute walk away. Colchester is also easily reachable by car in just over twenty minutes. After a day relaxing at home or adventuring in the great outdoors, treat yourself to a relaxing soak in the freestanding tub before curling up by the fire with a glass of wine. When it’s time for bed, fall asleep beneath the beams of your country-style bedroom and relish the quiet of your serene surroundings.


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What to expect


Highlights

Enjoy rambles in the Suffolk countryside – Stoke-by-Nayland village is a one-minute walk away

Enjoy rambles in the Suffolk countryside – Stoke-by-Nayland village is a one-minute walk away

Fire up the barbecue for alfresco feasts in the garden

Fire up the barbecue for alfresco feasts in the garden

Cosy up by the wood-burning fire with a glass of wine

Cosy up by the wood-burning fire with a glass of wine

Treat yourself to a long soak in the freestanding tub after a day spent in the great outdoors

Treat yourself to a long soak in the freestanding tub after a day spent in the great outdoors

Fall asleep beneath the beams in the country-style bedroom

Fall asleep beneath the beams in the country-style bedroom

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Home truths

    At maximum capacity, two guests will be sleeping on a trundle bed in the hayloft above the master bedroom – we think the hayloft is better suited to children

    The trundle bed can be arranged as a single or a twin as needed – note though that the steps leading up to it are quite steep

    There is a post office, convenience store and pub a two-minute walk down the road

    Off-street parking is available – we recommend having a car as the area is semi-remote

About this stay


Amenities

Home cinema setup

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Parking available

Garden

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 2 beds

1 bathroom

Extras


VIP services

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

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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...

Get around

Airport

London Stansted

1 hr 22 min

London Southend

1 hr 11 min

Rochester

1 hr 39 min

Train station

Bures

18 min

Bus stop

Mill Street

4 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

2 min

Cafe

10 min

Points of interest

Beach

Brightlingsea Beach

35 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No smoking

No parties or events

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi speed: 72Mbps

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

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  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Charlie

This home is managed directly by a business. 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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