An elegant and pristine newly built cottage in the grounds of Grade 11 Listed Manor Farm which is nestled down back lanes in tranquil countryside between Boxford and Kersey, two of Suffolk’s most delightful villages. The cottage has been interior designed with immaculate care and stylish discernment to create a crisp, warm and exceedingly comfortable rural retreat finished to the highest standards. With a vast bed, high ceilings, premium furnishing and marbled bathroom, The Dove House brings high end luxury to the heart of Suffolk. Ground Floor Sitting space – A generous three seater sofa and arm chair are orientated around a solid wooden coffee table and 42” Smart TV with views through the French Windows to the surrounding countryside. Dining space – In one corner, below a large window, is a circular glass and metal table. Kitchen – Down one side of the open plan living space is a fully equipped kitchen with sink, dishwasher, electric oven & hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. Bedroom – Wood panelling envelopes and scrumptious Super King-sized bed flanked by matching bedside tables and large glass reading lamps. There is a chest of drawers and extensive built-in wardrobes. Bathroom – Marble tiled floor and walls present a large wooden based hand basin, lavatory, and bath with stand-up power shower. Outside The entrance French Windows open straight onto the gravelled front which leads to a private sun terrace with outdoor table and chairs, BBQ and lawned area.
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Parking available
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About the area
Ipswich
Located in Ipswich, this cottage is in a rural area. Dedham Vale and Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve and Great Cornard Country Park. Lavenham Falconry and Assington Barn are also worth visiting.
Is Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House on 28 July 2026 start from AU$280, 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 Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dedham Vale, Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve and Suffolk Distillery. Lavenham Falconry and Assington Barn 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.
Really enjoyed our 5-night stay at Dove House which was very cosy and welcoming to return to after our days out. We also appreciated the welcome gifts on arrival. Loved Kersey (great meal at The Bell) and Boxford. Lavenham is magical and Dedham is worth a visit. Didn’t get to meet the owners even though Dove House is on their property.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annie R.
21 July 2025
Great cottage
We really enjoyed staying at The Dove House. It was very well furnished and very comfortable. There was plenty of outside space, BBQ etc. Would stay again.
Annie R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Sept 2024
Excellent cottage in a lovely area
The cottage was excellent - it was very comfortable, with every convenience that I required and was located in a lovely environment
Beautiful property, lovely location. Well worth a visit!
Alexander J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Apr 2024
Comfortable stay in excellent location
Loved the Dove House as a base for our Suffolk experience.
Super rural location.
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 July 2025
A beautiful location and stunning cottage furnished to a high standard. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. Serene surroundings with privacy and abundant wildlife around. Very relaxing peaceful area with picturesque villages and quiet roads. Tastefully furnished with quality fixtures and fittings. An ideal place to chill.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 May 2025
Dove House is a really lovely place to stay. Everything was perfect. Highly recommended
We had a lovely 5 nights at Dove House. It is very comfortable and has everything we needed. Also it is close to lots of good pubs & things to do. Jonathan & Lorraine were very helpful & good hosts. Thank you
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Sept 2024
Beautifully styled bijou retreat
Quiet, rural, cosy retreat ideally placed for visiting E Suffolk. Unobtrusive and friendly owners next door. Very comfortable bed.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 July 2025
A Suffolk gem
We had a wonderful stay at Dove House. Everything about the house - the beautiful decor, open views, outside seating area, handy kitchen with modern amenities and unlimited supply of hot water - all contributed to the relaxing vibe. The countryside location added to the aura of calm and nearby Kersey is probably the most beautiful village in Suffolk. Truly idyllic.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John S.
1 June 2025
Another week at The Dove House
We have just spent a week at The Dove House, the second time we have so. This is excellent accommodation which would be hard to better in south Suffolk. A Lovely location at which to spend a relaxing time, but near enough to Ipswich and Sudbury if more facilities or shops are needed. Plenty of interesting places and pubs to visit are nearby.
We feel any guests booking The Dove House for a relaxing Suffolk holiday will not be disappointed.
John S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 July 2023
A beautiful cottage in a lovely location
The cottage is in a great location and is beautiful, a great deal of thought has gone into the furnishing and decor. The owners who live next door are very helpful but not intrusive.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 July 2023
Peaceful stay
Peaceful setting. Lovely garden next to an open field. Welcome basket had eggs from owners three chickens which were delicious. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable underfloor heating. Nearby places to visit. Cafe cosmo good find.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 Nov 2023
A Pleasant Stay
The Dove House is easily found a few hundred yards off the A1071 and there is parking right outside the apartment. On arrival our host Jonathan had kindly put lights on to welcome us and there was a basket of milk, eggs, wine, biscuits etc. The Dove House is spacious, well designed, well equipped, warm and tastefully decorated. It would be hard to image a more pleasant place to stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
2 Sept 2023
Second time we have stayed here and we will be back
My partner Claire is writing this
We fell in love with this place when we first came in April. It is beautifully and thoughtfully decorated with a really cosy feel. Everything you need has been taken care of. It is new and clean. Lots of information about where to go and what to see. A nice secluded private outdoor space (much more private in the Summer). It feels luxurious. The bed is absolutely huge. We love it here.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
RC A.
2 Oct 2023
Rural comfort in The Dove House.
A well equipped and comfortable property, stylish and beautifully decorated. Could do with a larger fridge / freezer. Idyllic cottages very well run by Charlie Allsop. Owner nearby helpful and friendly yet unobtrusive. Situation excellent if you want a rural position, central to many South Suffolk / North Essex destinations yet shops (in Hadleigh) 7 mins. drive away or in Sudbury a little further. We had a lovely stay and will return next year.
RC A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 May 2024
Absolutely perfect
Stayed here for 5 nights after arriving from Australia jet lagged. We couldn’t have been more comfortable. The cottage was presented in immaculate condition and has everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. Best of all, the king bed was super comfortable and the location is extremely quiet, enabling us to recover from our long haul flight very quickly. Kitchen has just about everything you need, lounge room is spacious and comfortable, large TV with Netflix ect and Wi-Fi is fast and reliable. In fact this place is just as good if not better than the website pics. All the furnishings are stylish and of good quality. We were also very happy with Idyllic Cottages. Their booking process and communication was upfront and reliable. We had no problem booking from Australia.
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Hosted by Charlie Allsopp
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