Tranquil location, very well equipped. We had a very pleasant three nights. Beautiful grounds and next to West Stow Hall. Nice, private seating area outside. Very close to Anglo-Saxon Village (though when we went in early May the riverside footpath was closed for safety/repairs - so just a five minute drive instead). No local shops or pubs in walking distance - stock up before you go - but Bury is a 10-15 drive.
We really enjoyed our stay at Orchard Cottage. It was comfortable, cosy and a lovely place to spend a few days. Thank you to Eileen for the warm welcome and for all the helpful information you provided.
Fully private, beautiful orchard location. Opened our eyes on the first morning to see 2 small deer grazing outside our window. Every thing we needed was provided although one rare hot night I thought a little fan might be an added extra. As a garden lover I particularly loved the Hall garden and of course the amazing Hall itself. We couldn'e have found a more lovely place.
Das Cottage ĂŒberzeugt in allen Belangen. Wie es beschrieben ist, so ist es auch: Romantisch, urig und gemĂŒtlich. Was nicht zu ĂŒberbieten ist, ist seine Lage. Besser kann man kaum wohnen. Auch die Gastgeber geben einem zu jeder Zeit das GefĂŒhl herzlich willkommen zu sein. Man kann es nur empfehlen.
This is a magical place. The cottage is cosy, comfortable and well-equipped and the homemade brownies were very welcome. The orchard setting is a beautifully secluded retreat from city life and we would happily come back here again (for a third visit!)
We had a lovely time in this cozy and well-equipped cottage - lots to see and do in the surrounding area (National Trust membership really came into its own!), and lovely hosts who made us feel really welcome.
Me and my partner had a lovely stay with our 11 month old pup (apologies for his barking at times) located in a great secluded corner of the farm with plenty of open space. Orchard cottage was perfect for a relaxing stay and loads of local walks to keep us busy đ
Very comfortable and well equipped cottage in peaceful rural surroundings. Overlooking an orchard and in the grounds of a grand historic house with a beautiful garden, it was a privilege to spend time here. There were horses and foals in adjoining fields which provided additional interest.
Accurately described, comfortable, good location.
We chose Orchard Cottage for the last week of a long holiday to rest and relax with friends. It was perfect.
If you love getting away from the hustle and bustle of life with complete peace and quiet this is the place for you, nestled among the wild life.
There's beautiful woodland within a short walking distance and Bury St Edmonds a 10-15 minute drive away. We loved it!
We had a great stay in the cottage. Communication with Eileen was good before and during the stay. The cottage was comfortable and it was very well equipped for us. It was nice to have no one around us and our little boy lived seeing the horses everyday. It is convenient for Bury St Edmunds and the nearby green spaces.
We spent a wonderful few days in this simple but pleasant converted barn. The location in the orchard of Tudor West Stow Hall was lovely especially with the fruit trees in full bloom.
Communication with proprietor Eileen was very pleasant and her welcoming brownies a real treat.
We stayed in The Cottage and have enjoyed the comfort of the space and wonder of the grounds for the last 2 months. Eileen is the best host we've had, and we've stayed at VRBOs around the world. She made us feel welcome and helped us tremendously during our stay. I cannot recommend this property enough. If you have children or are traveling alone this space and environment is wonderful both short and long stays. We're grateful for our time and for Eileen.
Orchard cottage is an oasis within an oasis, mid in nature, you can greet the horses and the deers come to say good morning.. we had no cellular network (which was good, this time), and sole access to the beautiful and enchanted orchard of West Stow Hall.. the weather also played ball, unforgettable stay, thank you Eileen!
If you want a quiet, peaceful break then this is the place to go. No noise just the sound of the different wildlife surrounding you. What a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Also a good base for travelling around the area site seeing.
The location of the cottage was stunning as was the accommodation. It had all we needed and wanted. The bedrooms were comfortable and airy at a time when it was very warm. The kitchen was fully equipped and the lounge comfortable. Outdoors a lovely patio overlooking the orchard with table and chairs which were used throughout the week.
I ended up staying at Gardeners cottage rather than orchard cottage as there had been a miscommunication about whether the garden was secure - it isnât at Orchard cottage but it is at Gardeners cottage. The owner Eileen was quite happy to offer me the bigger Gardnerâs cottage so I could keep my dog secure in its garden. The drawback was that there is only one bathroom at Gardeners cottage and I was expecting a guest who had been promised their own bathroom. Eileen resolved this by offering to put my guest up in the studio next door to Gardeners cottage so everybody was happy.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and my dog was captivated by the huge forest just up the road - he was in doggy heaven. He wasnât so keen on the horses but us humans enjoyed getting up close and personal with them at every opportunity. Such a lovely peaceful setting and one I would be happy to return to another time for a longer stay.
We, Andy and Eileen Gilbert, are fairly new to Suffolk having only been here ten years. We saw the Hall and that was it! It is lovely to welcome guests who want to get to know the area or who come back year after year because they do know and love the countryside and the lovely villages of Suffolk.
Orchard cottage has a special charm. Originally an eighteen century dwelling, then a stables it is now a modern light filled, warm and comfortable home. Its particular situation, tucked away in a corner of the orchard and the lovely views make you feel like you are miles away from everything. It is just the perfect spot in which to unwind.