Long Thatch Lodge, Old Newton, Suffolk

Set in the peaceful hamlet of Ward Green in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, Long Thatch Lodge is a charming retreat for two people looking for the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing break. The Lodge is a great base to explore Suffolk’s historic towns, houses, gardens, heritage coast, nature reserves and countryside. It offers a cosy and tranquil stay with its own private garden with secluded outdoor seating areas to watch the abundant local wildlife. Guest Reassurance The lodge is totally separate from our cottage with its own driveway, entrance and garden. Self check-in/out is available enabling you to be totally independent. We follow Airbnb’s enhanced cleaning protocol, which was developed with expert guidance. Here are a few highlights: - sanitise high-touch surfaces, down to the doorknobs - use cleaners and disinfectants approved by global health agencies, and wear protective gear to help prevent cross-contamination - clean each room using extensive cleaning checklists - provide extra cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay Should you need any assistance or further information there is a comprehensive Info Guide inside the lodge as well as contact numbers should you need us! Downstairs Front stable door opens onto hallway with pamment brick flooring and steep paddle staircase. Open plan living/dining area and a well equipped modern kitchen (including electric oven, hob, fridge, microwave, Lavazza coffee machine, toaster and kettle). Stylish corner sofa with a large flat screen TV, DVD player, bluetooth speaker & DAB radio. Dining table with two chairs. Bi-fold doors open onto a sunny decking area with outdoor light, seating along with picnic table/benches overlooking the small orchard and fields beyond. In the living/dining area there is also a wood burning stove making those chillier months much cosier. Upstairs Comfortable oak-based double bed with deep 'Tempur' mattress which aids independent sleeping. There is space to hang clothes and a chest of drawers as well as a wall-mounted flat screen TV. There is also a retro style desk electric fan for those warm nights. The recently redesigned bathroom has a full walk in shower, hand basin with mixer tap and WC. All 100% Egyptian cotton bed linen, towels are provided. Heating throughout the lodge is electric (manually adjustable) with constant hot water. Guests have full independent access to the Lodge, its own parking area (for one vehicle) and a private enclosed garden. A bike store can be provided if required, just inform us in advance and we can arrange access and your key. The car park area is well lit as well as the path to the main door to ensure safe entry. There is a lock box fitted to allow for safe independent checkin. The lodge is in the grounds of the owners' 16th Century Grade II thatched cottage. They are always happy to help with any questions you may have, but will also leave you in peace if this is what you prefer. Staying in the lodge offers the chance to take walks on the small country lanes and footpaths which are on its doorstep. Located in an area of gentle rolling countryside which is mainly arable farming land. At certain times of the year farming activities such as ploughing, harvesting, bird scaring etc take place, this is a delightful backdrop to the rural scene to many of us but we realise it won’t be the case for everyone. We are very lucky to be located in such a peaceful area, but sadly can’t guarantee total silence. The nearest village is Old Newton (3 minutes by car) where there is a small village shop as well as a great Chinese takeaway! Nearby, the picturesque village of Haughley has a post office, convenience store, Indian restaurant, great traditional bakery and the fabulous Kings Arms public house. The small town of Stowmarket is ten minutes away offering a wider range of shops, banks, supermarkets, cafes and the Museum of East Anglian Life. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is 25 minutes away and great for shopping, culture, theatre, cinema, gardens and award winning restaurants and cafes. Stowmarket Railway Station (10 minutes away) has good links to London, Norwich, Diss, Cambridge and Ipswich. The A14 and M11 are also within easy access, allowing fast links to London (90minutes). It’s an excellent base for visiting the picturesque towns of Framlingham, Debenham and Lavenham as well as many National Trust locations. The coast can also be reached in 40 minutes (to the traditional Edwardian seaside town of Felixstowe with beautiful seafront gardens); 55 minutes (to the delightful coastal town of Aldeburgh with its blue flag shingle beach as well as great boutique shopping street) and just over 1 hour (to the quintessentially British seaside town of Southwold with stunning pier, Adnams brewery, shop and restaurant and pretty beach huts). Electric heating and hot water is included Unlimited superfast WiFi available Wood for log burner provided Self check in/out using lockbox if required A small welcome gift is provided as well as filtered water, fresh milk, tea, coffee, sugar. Also provided for use during your visit are: books, dvds, games, puzzles and jigsaws.