Testimonials
Butler’s Pantry
“We have had a lovely week exploring haunts old and new. Thank you for such a beautiful place to stay.”
Helen & Peter, London
“We have enjoyed staying here all we needed- lovely walks, lovely weather. Thank you for the beers, cake & sweets.”
Dan & Lynne, Essex
“Fabulous, peaceful and beautiful! Cake was 5* !!”
Simon, Mykolaiv, Ukraine
“Thank you- a lovely relaxing break in an extremely well kitted out place - we had a very enjoyable time.”
Debs & Paul, Kings Lynn
“Thank you we had a lovely week. Lizze loved sniffing her way round the field and the pond. Nice to go back to Beccles after 70+ years.”
Ashley & Lizzie, Hull
“Sam and I just wanted to wish you both a happy New Year and say thank you for a lovely couple of days away. We can’t wait to book again.”
Polly and Sam
Sam’s Stable
“Our 11th visit I think, but not since Covid. As comfortable as ever & Jeannie's dinner was delicious. The dogs have enjoyed the walks round the meadow and the orchard.”
Geoff & Christine, Kent
“We have loved our break here. The cottage spotlessly clean. Nice to have the private space to eat outside. Walked in the grounds-loved the rewilding.”
Andrea and Robert. Lancashire
“Our second visit. Everything we could want in a cottage- clean, comfortable and well equipped . Lovely area to potter in. Friendly but not intrusive hosts.”
Paul and Janet, Staffordshire
“What a find-so friendly and peaceful. Thank you for your delicious meals Jeannie.”
Alan & Gill, Cumbria
“Thank you Jeannie & Keith, another very enjoyable stay. So peaceful. Lovely welcome “treats” the cake was delicious, thank you.”
Ian & Pat. Dorset
“Wonderful stay-truly relaxing. We all really enjoyed escaping the fireworks!” Thank you! Look forward to returning over New Year.”
Stephen & Nicola. Norwich
“A very special rare place, highly recommended.
What a find! It has its own beautiful wild flower meadow, orchard and large lily pond
within the 7 acre grounds, so it was a real treat to get back to nature and relax. We have
never seen muntjac deer before but one came in the garden! There are 5 one bedroom lets
available here. One is a lodge, two are semi detached brick cottages and two are next to
each other as part of the lower level of the old rectory itself. All are highly dog friendly.
We stayed 5 night's at Sam’s Stables which is one of the semi cottages. It has its own fenced
in garden which leads out onto the orchard. The bedroom was beautifully decorated with lovely
quality textiles and furniture and the bed was king sized and comfy. There is a wet room
with a good shower. The sitting room has a leather two seater chesterfield and a chair.
The tv is a good size LG ( not like those teeny terrible tvs you get in some places) and
you can access Netflix and there is a fire stick too. The living room and kitchen are open
plan with a tiled floor and attractive clean rugs. There is a good quality oven and hob
in the kitchen which is up to date and relatively well equipped. There is a fridge freezer
and dishwasher. There are lots of little extra touches and a welcome pack of beers, cakes
and sweets. The cottage was very clean. It’s a great place for couples with dogs to stay
and to book adjoining properties with friends. They also offer breakfast and evening meal
brought to your cottage for you if you would like that. I think mid-week this is a good
idea as many places around are closed Monday to Weds inclusive! Although the owners live
at the property they are good hosts, available as little or as much as you need them. It’s
in a great location for travel, we had never been to Suffolk before and found everything
was within a 30-40 min drive. We saw most of Suffolk. The only downside was the maintenance
which was carried out two mornings in a row disturbing our peace and privacy but we appreciate
it’s difficult to get workmen, We are recommending this special place to friends and family.”
(Tripadvisor Review)
Sarah & Stuart, Harrogate
“Another wonderful relaxing stay in Sam's Stable- just what we needed.See you again next year.”
Lynda & Bernard & Molly Dog, Leicestershire
“Most enjoyable. Lovely setting & surroundings-We will come back!”
Patrick & Jennifer Shield, Toronto, Canada
“Thank you for welcoming us to your lovely cottage. The welcome pack was appreciated. We have
had good walks & found nice eating places”
Hazel & Ron with Blue the Border Collie, South Lincolnshire
The Old Coach House
“It’s so good to be back to introduce Stan to the delights of a stay at The Old Coach House. It’s like a home from home and Jeannie’s cooking is delicious. Hope it’s not so long till our next stay.”
Fiona, Andrew & Stan (our dog)
“We will highly recommend this place to our friends and family-till next time.”
Sonia. Aylsham
“First visit to The Old Coach House. A lovely stay, great walks, plenty of wildlife. So peaceful ,a great place to recharge your batteries.”
Denise & David. Birmingham
“A short but wonderful stay. Your Coach House is beautiful. We will be back. Thank you also for the Welcome treats.”
“Wonderful stay, yet again-our 4th visit to Rectory Cottages, First time in Coach House. Very friendly & welcoming. Had a very good meal cooked by Jeannie- would recommend and will be ordering a cooked meal again when we next visit.”
Angie & Chris and Harri
“We can't remember for how many years we have been coming to stay here?.
We will be back again soon. Home from home, a warm welcome and Jeannie's cooking -
what more could you want. Ideal situated for touring the area;Bungay, Beccles,
Aldeburgh, Covehithe & Thorpness all worth visiting.”
Paul & Honor, Kings Lynn
“Another lovely stay , so much to enjoy walking round with our spaniel.
Lots of nature, birds,trees and spring flowers. Very snug in the evenings.
A special place. Back soon.”
David & Lynne, Cirencester
“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay; very peaceful. Great to revist RSPB after
so many years. Had a lovely long walk around Walberswick common & marsh & lunch in the village itself.”
Yvonne and Steve Shrewsbury
“3rd visit. Lovely & peaceful. Lots to see & do. Sutton Hoo, great walks, beautiful scenery, muntjac deer in the orchard, swimming at Covehithe and real ale in the Green Dragon in Bungay….”
Joe & Caroline, Preston,
“Following our successful visit in 2022, we returned to this firework free zone again. This is such a peaceful area and the grounds are just heaven for our welsh springer spaniel. Very clean and comfortable and the views are to die for.”
Angie & Chris and Harri
Orchard View (The Lodge)
“Thank you for such a warm welcoming stay at your cabin-such a lovely location. Thank you also for giving me somewhere dry to store my bike.”
Jon, Leeds
“Thank you, Keith and Jeannie, for being such kind and thoughtful hosts. We went down to the pond and saw a deer and an Egret. Also, a fox on another occasion. We have really enjoyed our week-long break in your lovely cottage. It’s a home from home. Hopefully we will return.”
Judy & Martin, Plumtree, Notts
“Lovely 1st visit to this area for 10 years Still so unspoilt and amazing views. Thank you for your kindness and fruit!! Just the ticket.”
Bev + Russ, Spalding
“Many thanks to Jeannie and Keith for another great holiday. You always make us welcome and we have had a great time. .Kentwell Hall was magnificent. Hope to see you again soon. P.S. The cake was delicious.”
Joe & Caroline, Preston
“We enjoyed our stay in peaceful surroundings. The cottage is very well equipped. We would like to come back sometime.”
Richard + Monica, Ashford
“A wonderful stay. Always made to feel incredibly welcome.”
Laura, David & Belle, Llanboidy
“Another enjoyable visit.”
JDavid & Lynne, Gloucestershire
