8/10 Good
Jan H.
30 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Jan H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
What a lovely bolt hole.
Cottage in Stowmarket with kitchen
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Portman Road
- Place, Ipswich Regent Theatre
- Place, Ipswich Waterfront
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
What a lovely bolt hole.
What a lovely bolt hole! Lovingly furnished and full of charm, a great place from which to explore the great local area. A wonderful choice for a couples retreat.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, French Doors Leading To Courtyard
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Blackberry Cottage offers the perfect retreat for couples seeking somewhere lovely to relax and unwind. This charming semi-detached cottage boasts a light and spacious open plan living space, alongside a comfortable double bedroom snuggled within the eaves.
The nearby market town of Stowmarket has lots of great places to eat, drink and shop and is also home to the Museum of East Anglian Life, which is well worth a visit. Venture a little further however and you will find that you are in the perfect position to explore Suffolk, or alternatively hop on a train to the medieval city of Norwich, bursting with interesting spots to visit and sure to impress the history buff in the family. The much celebrated and photographed villages of Lavenham and Long Melford are close by, as are Ipswich, with its picturesque quay, Bury St Edmunds, with its famous abbey and amazing Christmas market, and Newmarket, where you can enjoy horse races and more.
Nature lovers should take the time to visit Thetford Forest, where the more adventurous can also experience Go Ape. Coastal lovers can explore the Suffolk Heritage Coast, starting with Aldeburgh and then traveling to Southwold with its pier and painted beach huts. After a busy day, you can return to Blackberry Cottage where you can be sure of a good night’s sleep.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, French Doors Leading To Courtyard
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Blackberry Cottage offers the perfect retreat for couples seeking somewhere lovely to relax and unwind. This charming semi-detached cottage boasts a light and spacious open plan living space, alongside a comfortable double bedroom snuggled within the eaves.
The nearby market town of Stowmarket has lots of great places to eat, drink and shop and is also home to the Museum of East Anglian Life, which is well worth a visit. Venture a little further however and you will find that you are in the perfect position to explore Suffolk, or alternatively hop on a train to the medieval city of Norwich, bursting with interesting spots to visit and sure to impress the history buff in the family. The much celebrated and photographed villages of Lavenham and Long Melford are close by, as are Ipswich, with its picturesque quay, Bury St Edmunds, with its famous abbey and amazing Christmas market, and Newmarket, where you can enjoy horse races and more.
Nature lovers should take the time to visit Thetford Forest, where the more adventurous can also experience Go Ape. Coastal lovers can explore the Suffolk Heritage Coast, starting with Aldeburgh and then traveling to Southwold with its pier and painted beach huts. After a busy day, you can return to Blackberry Cottage where you can be sure of a good night’s sleep.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Stowmarket
Located in Stowmarket, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradfield Woods and Blakenham Woodland Garden, while Food Museum and Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Crown Pools or Portman Road.
Moats Tye, near Stowmarket
What's nearby
- Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
- Portman Road - 20 min drive - 24.6 km
- Ipswich Regent Theatre - 22 min drive - 25.9 km
- Ipswich Waterfront - 22 min drive - 26.2 km
- Jimmy's Farm - 24 min drive - 32.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Little Wellington - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Greggs - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 6 min drive
- Shepherd & Dog - 6 min drive
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Location
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10/10 Excellent
Kim Feeney
5 Aug 2025
Lovely cottage, very clean, warm & cosy.
Kim Feeney
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