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1 double bed
2 twin beds
1 sofa bed
1 crib
Amherst House is a lovely 2-3 bedroom cottage (sleeping 5), set within the Grade II listed stable courtyard amid the 1000-acres of woodland, parkland and farm grounds at the beautiful Stowlangtoft Estate in Suffolk.
The cottage interior is smart and contemporary. Guests enter from the courtyard, or directly through the patio doors that open onto views of woodland. The generous ground floor living space comprises a useful lobby area, with plenty of room for coats and shoes, a huge and airy kitchen/diner, with further patio doors opening onto long decked south facing balcony, a comfortable living room with all new furnishings, and a brand new shower room with over-sized shower and sensor lighting. Upstairs the space has been cleverly used. The two bedrooms (one twin room and one double bedroom) have ample storage and quirky triangular windows. There is also a further family bathroom, with bath and over-bath shower. Finally, leading on from the double bedroom is a bonus room, which has a cot as well as a single bed, with a pull out second bed, suitable for children to sleep in. There are no windows in this room, negating the need for blackout blinds for early risers, but cheery bunting and furnishings make it very attractive to mini guests.
The cottage boasts contemporary luxuries in the form of flat-screen Smart TV, WIFI Internet, along with a wine chiller, dishwasher, combination microwave oven and washing machine with the usual appliances in the fully fitted kitchen. The kitchen balcony leads straight onto the semi-walled mature garden, which is a great space to enjoy evening dinners and drinks.
Within 5 minutes drive
Why not walk or drive 1 ½ miles to Wyken Vineyards, to browse in their lovely shop, buy some Wyken wine, or sample local produce from the Saturday Farmer’s Market. For children, there are animals in the meadow (including llamas) and a woodland walk. The Leaping Hare Restaurant on the Estate was awarded a Michelin ‘Bib Gourmand’ in January 2008 and 2009.
Within 15 minutes drive
Why not head to Bury St Edmunds, walk through the beautiful Abbey Gardens, with the remains of the 11th century abbey, plus a lovely playground and ducks a plenty to feed, if you have little ones in tow. Explore the market square (market days on Wednesdays and Saturdays), or take a tour round the Greene King Brewery (every day, varying times). If you fancy a cup of coffee, try The Lounge on Hatter St, or Coffee and Kids in nearby Langton Place. For something more substantial, Abbeygate St has an array of restaurants.
Within 45 minutes drive
Head to Lavenham, famous for its wealth as a medieval wool town, with over 300 listed buildings and huge church tower. Guide yourself on a fabulous walk of the town and discover the leaning houses & many other treats. For lovely food, try The Great House (Britain’s ‘Best Restaurant with Rooms’ 2009 – Good Hotel Guide).
Within 75 minutes drive
Why not make a break for the Suffolk Coast, taking in Southwold or Aldeburgh. Take your bucket and spade and have a lovely English seaside experience, enjoying views of pretty beach huts at Southwold. Alternatively, laze on the beach with wonderful fish and chips (there’s a great chippy in Aldeburgh) and then come home to laze some more!
Bury St Edmunds
A historic Market Town, which comprises the Abbey Gardens, Bury market (Wed & Sat) & St Edmundsbury Cathedral – www.stedmundsbury.gov.uk/sebc/visit/
Wyken Vineyards
A lovingly restored Farm Shop, Cafe, Michelin ‘Bib Gourmand’ rated Restaurant & Farmers Market (farmers market open Sat am only) – www.wykenvineyards.co.uk – 01359 250262
City of Cambridge
The historic university city of Cambridge is just 45 minutes away. Visit the colleges and take a guided punt along the scenic River Cam – www.visitcambridge.org
Newmarket Racecourse
Famous for its horse-racing heritage, why not dress up and have a flutter. www.newmarketracecourses.co.uk
Aldeburgh
A beautiful Suffolk coastal town with real charm and a renowned music festival. The perfect seaside day out.
West Stow Country Park & Anglo-Saxon Village
Discover what it was like to live in Anglo-Saxon times – www.stedmundsbury.gov.uk/sebc/play/weststow-asv.cfm
Ickworth House, Park & Gardens
A beautiful stately home run by the National Trust – www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-ickworthhouseparkandgarden – 01284 735270
At Stowlangtoft Estate we appreciate how difficult it can be to take young children on holiday and, therefore, work hard to provide a high quality, safe, peaceful, and child friendly environment for your young ones to enjoy.
A useful range of baby gear can be reserved upon booking; including cots, highchairs, booster seats, stair-gates, changing mats, bouncer chairs, toddler cutlery, crockery, SoS Baby Kits and much more. A selection of children’s books, DVDs, dressing up clothes, a selection of toys and the Cbeebies TV channel are also provided in Amherst House and The Coach House.
Also, a fantastic new play area has now opened, providing opportunities for imaginative and creative play for children aged 3 to 16 years. This play area includes swings, a picnic bench, a slide, a climbing wall, monkey bars and a fireman’s pole, set on safety bark. Please note, children must be supervised at all times.
An on-site restaurant, The Dark Horse, makes your holiday as child friendly as possible. While, if you prefer to stay in, Tesco, Waitrose and Sainsburys will all deliver to your cottage.
Once you have booked your holiday, the agreement between you and J & C Catchpole Holiday Lets is a legal contract. Any cancellations must be made in writing to Cath or Roger Catchpole. If the booking is cancelled within one month of the arrival date, the entire rental fee will be forfeit. For cancellations made prior to one month before the arrival date, but less than two months before your arrival date, your deposit will be retained, but your balance payment will be refunded. For cancellations made more than two months in advance of your arrival, a full refund will be issued.
For these reasons we strongly recommend that you take out cancellation insurance for your holiday.
Stowlangtoft Estate will offer you a credit, or a full refund, if we cannot let you the property you have booked due to local or national government Covid-19 restrictions. If the property, and size of booking, are legal, but you cannot travel due to your own lockdown or self-isolation, our general terms and conditions apply.
1000 acres of beautiful parkland, woodland and arable land, and has been worked by the Catchpole family and their ancestors since the 1930s.
