Bump On A Log
2 guests
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1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
sq/ft
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This peaceful 17th-century stable and cart lodge in the Suffolk countryside is an idyllic retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Located in the pretty village of Stoke-by-Nayland in the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The home’s red-brick exterior gives way to a country-chic living room where a wood-burning fireplace creates an instantly warm welcome. Two large glass doors open up here onto a private garden where a table and chairs invite sunny breakfasts, while a barbecue is ready to be fired up for alfresco dinners under the stars. Spend afternoons curled up in the hayloft with a good book or watching movies on the large screen in the main room. Alternatively, go out and explore your beautiful natural surroundings – there are plenty of picturesque walks right outside your door, while Stoke-by-Nayland has quaint shops and country pubs to explore, a one-minute walk away. Colchester is also easily reachable by car in just over twenty minutes. After a day relaxing at home or adventuring in the great outdoors, treat yourself to a relaxing soak in the freestanding tub before curling up by... the fire with a glass of wine. When it’s time for bed, fall asleep beneath the beams of your country-style bedroom and relish the quiet of your serene surroundings.
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What to expect
Highlights
Enjoy rambles in the Suffolk countryside – Stoke-by-Nayland village is a one-minute walk away
Fire up the barbecue for alfresco feasts in the garden
Cosy up by the wood-burning fire with a glass of wine
Treat yourself to a long soak in the freestanding tub after a day spent in the great outdoors
Fall asleep beneath the beams in the country-style bedroom
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Home truths
At maximum capacity, two guests will be sleeping on a trundle bed in the hayloft above the master bedroom – we think the hayloft is better suited to children
The trundle bed can be arranged as a single or a twin as needed – note though that the steps leading up to it are quite steep
There is a post office, convenience store and pub a two-minute walk down the road
Off-street parking is available – we recommend having a car as the area is semi-remote
About this stay
Amenities
Home cinema setup
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Garden
TV
Fridge
Hair dryer
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Dedham Vale
Taking a wooden clinker boat out onto the River Stour on a pleasant day has to be one of the most romantic English experiences you could picture – that is, until you bump into a bank as you glide backwards. Horse chestnut trees hang over the banks and meadows stretch out in either direction. The waterway is the focal point of Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that...
Get around
Airport
London Stansted
1 hr 22 min
London Southend
1 hr 11 min
Rochester
1 hr 39 min
Train station
Bures
18 min
Bus stop
Mill Street
4 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
2 min
Cafe
10 min
Points of interest
Beach
Brightlingsea Beach
35 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi speed: 72Mbps
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Charlie
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. From the lovely visitors' book to the charming welcome hamper filled with local bread and jam, host Charlie leaves no stone unturned when it comes to making your stay in Suffolk an enjoyable one. A longtime native of East Anglia, he's always delighted to answer your queries or provide local recommendations.
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