With its open countryside as far as the eye can see, its wide, never-ending skies, ancient forests, pretty villages and magnificent towns, west Suffolk is a wonderful place to spend a few days whatever the time of year.
Visit historic Bury St Edmunds with its splendid cathedral, atmospheric abbey ruins, beautiful gardens, lively theatres and exciting restaurants. Spend a day at the races in Newmarket, explore Kings Forest and West Stow Anglo-Saxon village, enjoy fascinating Ickworth and quirky Moyses Hall Museum. There's more than enough to keep you coming back time and again.
Where to stay
Crown Street, Bury St Edmunds
This beautiful, contemporary, first floor apartment in a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse is perfectly positioned within The Medieval grid of Bury St Edmunds overlooking St Mary’s Church, Honey Hill and The Norman Tower. It sleeps six adults and is the ideal location for an urban getaway to explore this wonderfully historic, vibrant market town.
The Farmhouse, Nether Hall Estate, Pakenham
A spectacular, Grade II listed, 17th century farmhouse set within 500 acres of beautiful Suffolk parkland, The Farmhouse sleeps up to 14 guests in seven luxurious bedrooms and makes perfect group holiday accommodation.
Formerly one of five which served the estate, the traditional farmhouses are styiish and well-equipped, with views of the garden and parkland. In the evenings guests can curl up in the snug or head downstairs to the cinema room with its wall-mounted 75 inch 4k Smart television.
The Granary, Dunstall Green
Situated within the grounds of Saint Francis Cottage, The Granary is an attractive brick and flint, 17th century style cart lodge with far stretching views of rolling Suffolk countryside. Sleeping up to three guests in two bedrooms, the property is ideal for a small family, friends or a couple who are looking for a truly rural retreat.
Bumblebee Cottage, Culford Heath
Sleeping up to four people, the delightfully named Bumblebee Cottage is perfect for those looking to escape to the country. Inside, the comfortable living area offers a sitting room, dining space and kitchen, two bedrooms designed to luxury standard. Outside, guests can enjoy the generous grounds which are enclosed and private. There's an outdoor dining area, complete with charcoal barbecue, fire pit and seating.
All properties are available through Suffolk Hideaways suffolkhideaways.co.uk
