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IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.

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A wooden dock extending into a calm body of water with two chairs facing each other.
A rustic building with a stone facade, wooden doors, and a picket fence.
A living room with a wooden ceiling, a television on a wooden stand, and two leather sofas.
A bedroom with a bed, floral bedding, a window with curtains, and a radiator.
A rural landscape with a wooden fence, a house with a red-tiled roof, and a pond surrounded by tall grasses.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 2•1 bedroom•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Market Weston, England
  • Place, Knettishall Heath Country Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bardwell Windmill
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Wyken Vineyards
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.

Situated in the quietest of settings in the beautiful rural county of Suffolk. The property enjoys views of the peaceful countryside from its idyllic isolated setting. From this restful hideaway one can explore the many local footpaths and lanes on foot or visit nearby attractions by car or bicycle, from windmills, churches, nature reserves to steam attractions, sports venues and a wealth of local shops, pubs and eateries. The historic towns of Cambridge and Norwich are within an hour's drive, and the iconic coastlines of Norfolk or Suffolk make for a memorable day out.

HOSTLERS COTTAGE

Hostlers cottage is set within the curtilage of the listed farmhouse and so has been designed in a sympathetic manner, retaining original oak beams and with the introduction of new hand-crafted solid oak joinery features, some from wood sourced on site. As a purpose-built conversion of original farm buildings Hostlers has everything one would wish to find in a holiday home-from-home. As well as a well-appointed kitchen area there is a separate utility area with washing machine and dish washer, and the bathroom has the pampering features of a drench shower and a whirlpool bath with oodles of piping hot water. There are TVs with DVD players in both lounge and bedroom, and a small, enclosed garden with dog proof fencing and BBQ, patio, table and chairs. Additionally, there is a covered BBQ area adjoining the cottage, ample parking and uniquely a decking area set in the middle of one of the lakes where one can soak up the raise or watch the sunset with a gin and tonic to hand.
A track at the back of the lakes leads onto a drove heading off in different directions across the countryside, beautiful walks and perfect for dogs.

The high-ceilinged open plan design of the cottage gives the living area a spacious airy feel whilst at the same time there is a cosy comforting feel to this little gem of a country hideaway, ideal for romantic evenings for two away from the hubbub of modern life.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11174358
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Diss

Located in Diss, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. No 8 Marketplace and Victoria Centre Retail Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Knettishall Heath Country Park and Frenze Beck Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Snetterton Race Circuit, or consider a night out at Little Green Wedding Barn. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Market Weston, England

What's nearby

  • Knettishall Heath Country Park - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Bardwell Windmill - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Peddars Way - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Wyken Vineyards - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Dad's Army Museum - 19 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Elmswell Station - 21 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dun Cow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Busy Bees - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Grumpy Goat - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bull - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pykkerell Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE. on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$571, 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 IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is IDILIC HIDEAWAY RETREAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Bardwell Windmill, Knettishall Heath Country Park and Wyken Vineyards. Peddars Way and Pakenham Watermill are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Pat N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well kept cottage, happy with all the amenities, the whirlpool bath tub was a pleasure to use,very relaxing & peaceful stay.Definitely recommend and would also go back in the summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic stay

Lovely quiet property in a lovely setting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D.

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

Peaceful retreat

The property had everything we needed good location and very accessible easy walks.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

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

Travel break

Excellent quiet location, close to amenities and local attractions/walks. Property was lovely and very suitable for dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon G.

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

Just right

A good location and a warm and cosy cottage. Just what we were looking for and the enclosed garden for the dogs was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saghar F.

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

Amazing

Very pleasant place to scape from busy life for a few days
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Hostlers Cottage

Comfortable and well apportioned cottage. It had everything we needed. The location was ideal for investigating the surrounding area for our upcoming move.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Charming spacious cottage warm and cosy too

Beautiful walking territory even in December would be absolutely perfect when in good weather and the lakes would be alive with wildlife.... Local pubs too in walking distance. Hostler’s is very well equipped and would definitely recommend a visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Excellent getaway!

We were 100% happy with our stay and Sara was brilliant. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Georgina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Good suprise!

The cottage was lovely, clean and well equipped. Weather was horrendous but the cottage made it very relaxing. Loved the surroundings and generally very pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James a.

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

Just what we needed

A lovely peaceful get away. Well equipped cottage that had absolutely everything you could need. A lovely rural, quiet location with nature on your doorstep...we see many woodland animals and birds.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

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

Lovely place, even nicer than description

We really enjoyed our few days’ stay at this property. Everything we needed was provided - including some fresh eggs - and the place was cozy and comfy. The nature walk and pond were great, and a wonderful location to spot wildlife including deer, heron, and an owl. Several good pubs are nearby but the highlight was probably the cooked breakfast at the Grumpy Goat cafe. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eve D.

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

Fabulous

We loved Hostler's. It was sparkling clean, beautifully furnished and equipped. So much wildlife visible from the Patio doors and garden; rabbits, squirrel, Muntjac deer, pheasant partridge etc. The garden fence is quite low < 1m and open to enable enjoyment of the view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Beautiful getaway

We were delighted when we arrived to this beautiful property. It was so much better than we thought from the photos we had seen. The property was clean, tidy and well equipped when we got there. There was also some eggs left for us. It was peaceful and tranquil. The bed was super comfy to. We loved exploring the cathedral at Bury St Edmunds and took a walk around Diss and I am sure there are many other places to visit. If we are coming that away ahai wouldn't hesitate to book again. Thanks for a wonderful stay. Lisa and Karen
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

Lovely cottage

Beautiful place. A real home from home. More actually, I don’t have a spa bath! Not having gone self-catering for many years, I brought everything but the kitchen sink! It wasn’t necessary. Atrocious weather but that’s always our lot! Lovely fresh eggs left by Sara. Would go back again to have a chance to look around the area more.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Martyn R.

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

Mattress bad night sleep

Would have really loved the holiday but had to leave early as the mattress was very uncomfortable lumpy and saggy really a bad nighs sleep. Such a shame as the rest of the cottage was of a good standard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dean W.

Relaxing, clean and well appointed retreat!

Had a fantastic week at this beautiful property which is ideally situated (in a very quiet area) for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk. It has all the amenities that two people would want, plus the bonus of a couple of single sofa beds in the living area. The cottage is fitted out to a high standard and was very clean! The tray of pantry items was much appreciated and the eggs laid by Sara's hens were delicious, so thanks for that. Lots of wildlife to see around the cottage and the pond side seating area is ideal for watching the stunning sunsets. From a purely selfish point of view, we're reluctant to recommend it because we know that anyone who visits will return, and that means it may be booked up when we want to go back! (It's that good!!) Seriously though, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly before and after contact by host. Lovely small lodge in very rural setting, surrounded by open fields, droves and lanes, great for rural walks, with or without dogs and straight from the door, be prepared with waterproof shoes or boots, especially in wet conditions. Watched a squirrel bury an acorn in the garden, deer walk by and ducks. We stayed in November, weather was cold, on arrival noticed how clean and fragrant this property was, glad radiators were easy to operate as it felt a bit cold in living room area and bedroom heater wasn't on, easy to turn on though, after a few hours whole place warmed up nicely so we had a cosy stay. There were fresh eggs, some small pots of milk, sachets of tea, coffee and sauces plus condiments, tea towel and washing up items, nice thick towels in the bathroom. There is a folder with plenty of details about the surrounding area etc, in opposite directions there is a Co op shop and a spar shop both only a 5 - 10 minute drive away. My husband drives for a living so we always look for somewhere where there are walks straight from our stay and shops not too far, we like quiet, peaceful and rural and that's what this is, but also to be able to have a lovely hot worlpool bath or nice drench shower and we found the bed to be soft with a deep mattress and great for snuggling down to watch tv in bed. A few board games etc provided. Need to take bedding for dog, all wood flooring, could do with doormat at french doors. Gravel parking area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat F.

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

Lovely peaceful cottage

Very clean and comfortable property, Great for dogs in enclosed garden,loads of walking nearby .would certainly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

A lovely retreat

Wonderful little retreat in the beautiful countryside. Lovely walks nearby where we were able to see deer in fields. Would recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Idealic quiet location.

Thoroughly relaxing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Little Retreat

Great holiday let in the countryside to escape. Packed with facilities and a lovely quiet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Very pleasant stay.

Well maintained, very clean and some very nice personal touches added by the owner to make it more homely.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sylvana W.

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

Wow what a stunning property 😍

Gorgeous little property.Had everything that you would need,spotlessly clean and the jacuzzi bath was a lovely idea .Very peaceful area and plenty of places to go in the area.Kersey a must .We had a brilliant time .🥰
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helena d.

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

Lovely quiet place

Restful and the bed is very comfortable. Lovely spa bath and rainfall shower
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sara Fyfe

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Since moving to Suffolk from the Fens of Cambridgeshire we have always wanted to find ways of using and preserving the lovely old farm buildings at North Hall farm which surround our lovingly restored listed farmhouse. Creating holiday homes from some of these barns will maintain their active life whilst at the same time allowing a greater number of people to experience the tranquility and peace of this most beautiful of rural-English locations.
As we both come from a farming heritage moving away from the countryside was never an option once we were no longer farming, and developing opportunities at our new location helps us achieve our aim of the rural life we both so enjoy.
We have aimed to create a holiday destination which will give the visitor an insight into the delights of living in this unique corner of the British countryside, and sincerely hope that you will enjoy your stay with us.
We look forward to welcoming you to your restful country retreat.

Why they chose this property

In the conversion of the stables and the old dairy into holiday cottages, we have striven to create holiday homes which offer everything we ourselves would look for in an English countryside destination. The cottages are purpose built as holiday homes and as such the layout, design and functionality of the properties are ideally suited to your needs. At the same time, we have maintained a sympathetic approach to the original design and location of the cottages. The results are living spaces with a traditional look and feel, but which incorporates all mod-cons.
From the restful, peacefully located cottage, one is in easy reach of much of East Anglia and its attractions, whilst there are a host of excellent restaurants and watering holes nearby.
The area is a joy for the cyclist or walking enthusiast. Country lanes are not too hilly or challenging, and there are many little woods and corners for the perfect picnic spots.
Despite the peace and isolated feel of the location the properties are easily reached by road or rail, making them ideal for a weekend getaway.

What makes this property unique

The cottage enjoys fabulous views over rural landscape, and peace and quiet on a level rarely found in today's world.
Hostlers and Drovers are surrounded by meadows and ponds and are set at the end of a tree lined driveway over 250 yards from the nearest public road. This isolated setting means it is not unusual to witness deer, rabbits, a wide variety of birds and other wildlife at the site.
Outside there is a semi-covered BBQ area and a decked seating area on the pond.
Free range eggs are available from our own hens, and much other local produce is easily obtained locally, including organic produce.
Light pollution levels are very low and sitting outside of an evening gazing at the stars is a particular delight.

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