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The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn

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Living area
Interior
Room
Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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EYE, Suffolk
  • Place, EmZo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cotton Mechanical Music Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mid-Suffolk Light Railway
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn

The Cart Lodge is a separate self-contained former cart lodge and store in the grounds of Grove Barn all set in private gardens in quiet Suffolk countryside. The red brick and oak framed structure with lapped wood cladding was constructed in 1873. The newly refitted, fully equipped, first floor apartment is accessed via an external stair from ground level. There is ample parking for two cars and a reserved garden area with garden table and BBQ.

The apartment has a large open plan kitchen, living and dining area, two double bedrooms and a shower/wetroom. All rooms, with garden views, are under a pitched roof dramatically increasing the sense of space, oak cross beams add to the historic background. There is underfloor heating throughout plus: TV, wi-fi, washer/dryer, ironing board/iron, etc.

The owners live adjacent to the Cart Lodge at Grove Barn, a mid 18th century oak framed conversion. You will have complete privacy but the owners will normally be at hand for an introductory tour or, if not, will give advice for key access. Guidance notes for the use of the apartment and local interest, places to visit, etc. are provided.

Please note the following regarding periods of stay:
Minimum booking period 3 nights.
Short stays are charged pro-rata to the full weekly rate, without discount.

Please enquire for 2027 rates that have not been set yet.

Weekly rates 2026. See calendar.

If your stay is for longer than 1 week the cost for additional laundering of bed linens, if required, is an extra £20/week for one bedroom or £40/week for two bedrooms.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Travel cot/mattress, and high chair available

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please return the key to Rodger or, if unavailable, post the key through the house letter box ensuring it drops on the inside.

Empty dishwasher and put crockery and cutlery away please. In broad terms we would like you to leave the Cart Lodge as found.

Report any damage or breakages before leaving please.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

We will have a pet dog staying subject to agreement prior to booking. Please enquire.

We are open to an infant staying subject to agreement prior to booking. Please enquire.

Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval. Please enquire.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10877795
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Eye

Located in Eye, this apartment is in a rural area and near a water park. Cotton Mechanical Music Museum and The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include EmZo and Mid-Suffolk Light Railway. Carters Teapots and Debenham Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including power boating, golfing and birdwatching.
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EYE, Suffolk

What's nearby

  • EmZo - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cotton Mechanical Music Museum - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mid-Suffolk Light Railway - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Diss Golf Club - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum - 14 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Diss Station - 11 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedars Pantry Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ampersand Brew Tap - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eye Fish & Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Botesdale Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn on 9 July 2026 start from AU$224, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cart Lodge at Grove Barn located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from EmZo and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cotton Mechanical Music Museum and Mid-Suffolk Light Railway. Diss Golf Club and Scole Pocket Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

Would definitely recommend staying here. Good location for coastal and country visits. Pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
We were delighted to have Nicholas and family stay with us. It's always really appreciated when our property is so respected. Thank you, really appreciated.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Stay @ Grove Barn

A superbly clean and modern property - in a lovely quiet location yet still close enough to things such as MinsMere NewMarket etc. A lovely place to stay adn we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2021
Great to have good, positive, feedback. Thank you Mike. And there's so much else in within reasonable reach from this lovely rural area. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stylish and comfortable.

The place was exactly as shown on the listing, the beds were comfortable and the location quiet. Only a short hop to a great pub.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully furnished and well equipped apartment

Rodger and Sue are very good hosts and were on hand during our stay The apartment is a home from home. We used the apartment as a base to visit Norfolk and Suffolk
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
Thank you. It's a real pleasure to know guests are appreciative of our efforts to make the Cart Lodge a special place to stay and help grow our understanding of the things that matter to our visitors.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay in a peaceful setting.

Rodger and Sue were very welcoming and helpful. A lovely property in a very peaceful area.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2021
It is lovely and peaceful. So pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property set in stunning grounds. Owners were very hospitable and made sure our stay a great one. The barn has been done to a very high standard and exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

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Hosted by Rodger

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