Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating and electricity (£40 per week in winter), bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for open fire included. Cot and highchair. Doggy extras. Telephone - incoming calls only. Garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Badminton and croquet available. Private parking. Please note: There are unfenced ponds nearby.. Perfect secluded holiday retreat. Enjoying peaceful countryside views near the Norfolk/Suffolk borders, this detached, thatched cottage dates back over 300 years. The cottage has been in the owner’s family for many generations and has been lovingly renovated to provide all modern conveniences whilst retaining exposed beams, timber floors and fireplaces.
A warm welcome is assured all year round with open fires in the living room and farmhouse kitchen. A perfectly secluded holiday retreat on a working arable farm, with a large, enclosed garden. An ideal touring base, the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast and Norfolk Broads are within an easy drive.
The nearby historic market towns of Eye and Diss have an interesting range of shops and restaurants, Diss also has a swimming pool and direct rail links to London. Bury St Edmunds and the vibrant city of Norwich can be reached in less than an hour. Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Eye
Located in Eye, this cottage is in a rural area. Cotton Mechanical Music Museum and The Corn Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include EmZo and Bressingham Steam and Gardens. Mid-Suffolk Light Railway and Carters Teapots are also worth visiting.
Victoria Centre Retail Park - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
Diss Museum - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
Bressingham Steam and Gardens - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
Getting around
Diss Station - 11 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
Eye Fish & Chip Shop - 9 min drive
Botesdale Kitchen - 9 min drive
The White Hart Inn - 10 min drive
The Thatchers Needle - 11 min drive
The Oaksmere - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis on 11 Apr 2026 start from AU$337, 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 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 4 bedroom accommodation in Mellis located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Little Green Wedding Barn, EmZo and Cotton Mechanical Music Museum. Victoria Centre Retail Park and The Corn Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very peaceful in country side.No light pollution with lots of birds and wild life around.
Mr Maurice Drury
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kieron Marriott
5 Feb 2026
The old house is clean, comfortable and had everything you need to make it a home from home .
The old house is clean, comfortable and had everything you need to make it a home from home .If you’re looking for peace and quiet and a place to relax, I can recommend the old house .We loved it so much that we have booked back in for next year.
Kieron Marriott
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matthias
25 Aug 2019
G
Great place in every detail, very quiet, beautiful and secure garden
Matthias
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sheila Macdonald
11 May 2025
We have been visiting The Old House for 8 years.
We have been visiting The Old House for 8 years. If you like solitude this is the place for you…surrounded by fields..no sounds other than the birds and the rustle of the trees….Shops and good Pub Grub are to be found in and around Diss which is about 20 minutes in the car..
Sheila Macdonald
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kendal
9 Nov 2020
Lovely old house, warm and comfortable.
Lovely old house, warm and comfortable. Not too posh for kids and dogs to enjoy. Secure garden for dogs and parking in grounds.
If you want peace and relaxation this place fits.
Be prepared to swear if over 5’5’’ - low beams upstairs.
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Kendal
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
M
2 Nov 2020
Loved my stay here with my son and family and three dogs! The cottage is wonderful, and the grounds.
Loved my stay here with my son and family and three dogs! The cottage is wonderful, and the grounds. Lots of walks for the dogs and children. Would love to return in the future, hopefully.
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M
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sheila
12 Oct 2020
5th time we’ve been to The Old House.
5th time we’ve been to The Old House..
we love the peace, the walks from the door, the short car ride to Diss, the log fires in the lounge and kitchen, the recliner chair and settee’s, the close proximity to several pubs serving excellent food at a reasonable price, the beautiful heathland walks with the dogs at Knettashall . In fact we like everything about this historic old farmhouse and the surrounding area.
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
I wouldn’t hesitate booking this cottage again, it was absolutely delightful. The owner Colin was welcoming and gave a lovely intro to the cottage. It’s so peaceful, surrounded by farmland and the common. We had young children with us and they loved playing games in the garden, and they’re keen foragers and ate blackberries, apples and plums from the surrounding land and orchard for breakfast, lunch and dinner! It was very comfortable, especially the chairs in the living room. We had a fab time. The cottage is wonderfully quirky with wonky ceilings, walls and floors. This wasn’t a problem for us although there are some low beams so watch out. Despite having two people over 6ft who did bang their heads on the first day, we soon learned and it wouldn’t put us off booking again. Thank you Colin!
Oliver J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet
16 Sept 2020
Very comfortable and the owner went out of his way to send us some things we had stupidly left behin
Very comfortable and the owner went out of his way to send us some things we had stupidly left behind. This was our second visit and a great place to get away from the trials and tribulations of today’s life and completely relax
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Janet
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Martin
4 Sept 2020
A lovely house, well equipped.
A lovely house, well equipped. Good wifi, facilities throughout. Very enjoyable.
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Martin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ted
2 Sept 2020
Delightful cottage.
Delightful cottage.Well equipped. It is rather isolated but there are many places to visit in a short drive.
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Ted
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa
12 Aug 2020
We love this house but it is very expensive as it’s usually just me my mum and my dog.
We love this house but it is very expensive as it’s usually just me my mum and my dog.
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Melissa
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tara
1 Aug 2020
The old house is in a remote but perfect location.
The old house is in a remote but perfect location. The owners could not have help us enough when we arrived and kept in touch for the duration of our stay to help us if we needed it. The house has everything you need home from home and is in a beautiful location. We had the best week which was needed after the recent times. Thank you and hopefully we’ll come back one day!
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Tara
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shaun
6 Nov 2019
Fantastic family and pet friendly property.
Fantastic family and pet friendly property. Ideal for family wanting relaxation and homely holiday in beautiful rural setting. Cottage equipped with all you need, including information about area for dining out and practical equipment to stay in. Would recommend to others.
Shaun
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
COLIN
28 Oct 2019
Beautiful house, very well furnished and lovely grounds.
Beautiful house, very well furnished and lovely grounds. Very remote with little to do in the local area. Excellent for a total unwind and relaxing holiday.
COLIN
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Colin
10 Sept 2019
Fantastic location if you like the quiet life.
Fantastic location if you like the quiet life. We had a lovely welcome by the owner Colin who took his time to show us around and talk about the cottages history plus provide us with a welcome pack of cake and biscuits. Although in a rural area surrounded by farms & fields the town of Diss is only a fifteen minute drive away which has a lovely park and main street, it also has several supermarkets. The cottage has a well equipped kitchen, everything you need for a self catering holiday. The garden is huge and is fully enclosed, ideal for any size of dog. A huge bonus was being able to access the adjacent orchard and several fields which are part of the Suffolk common. Almost every day we were blessed with the sight of seeing wild deer roaming said fields. We will definitely be returning next year.
Colin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alison
6 Aug 2019
Very pretty cottage in quiet surroundings with lovely gardens .
Very pretty cottage in quiet surroundings with lovely gardens . Well equipped, though toaster a bit unpredictable and some larger towels would be nice. Very relaxing though a few bumps from low beams for taller people. All in all a great place to stay.
Alison
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Simon
29 July 2019
If you are wanting peace and tranquility and off lead walking with your dogs just outside your back
If you are wanting peace and tranquility and off lead walking with your dogs just outside your back gate, and if it is of no concern that it is roughly a 15 minutes round trip just to get the morning paper and fresh bread, then this beautiful cottage is an absolute must. Everything you could need has been thought of down to little boxes of tissues in bedrooms and lounge along with the latest magazines. There wasn’t a utensil we needed that wasn’t provided, and the welcome gifts were generous and just perfect for us. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this cottage and hope to return.
Simon
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
8 June 2019
Lovely comfortable place to stay in.
Lovely comfortable place to stay in. We saw such a lot of wild life including an owl, hares and bats. Plenty of space for children and dogs and such a nice place to chill out. We didn't want to leave!
Elizabeth
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tony
25 May 2019
Lovely period listed cottage.
Lovely period listed cottage.Very spacious ,very quiet location. Brilliant enclosed garden great for pets. Fun to find first time! Well placed as a base to explore local area. One hour from Southwold and Walderswick. One hour from Sutton Hoo. Lovely surrounding villages and pubs. Easy walking straight from the door.
Tony
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Liz
15 Apr 2019
Awesome what a lovely peaceful holiday did not want to leave have already booked for 2020.
Awesome what a lovely peaceful holiday did not want to leave have already booked for 2020.
Liz
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sheila
4 Feb 2019
Our 3rd time at the Old House.
Our 3rd time at the Old House...It’s like being at home foot comfort..the 3 settees and the arm chair are all recliners,there’s an open working fire in the kitchen and sitting room..TV both rooms..
Well appointed kitchen..
Walks for the dogs straight from the door..
Knettishall Heath is a short drive .its a marvellous place for walking..acres of land.good paths,a streamfor the dogs to paddle in,wild ponies..
Although there are no shops in Mellis,Diss is good for shopping..3 supermarkets and a very pretty little town..
A short drive to some very good,very old pubs..really good food..highly recommend The Four Horseshoes..an 8 minute drive and well worth a visit..large car park..
Sheila
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