The Old Post Office, Higham
ID: S811001
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Guests adore The Old Post Office for its beautiful, well-equipped cottage with a lovely garden and parkland access. Its cosy charm, attention to detail, and warm interior design make it a hit for family gatherings and holidays. The location is praised for its proximity to local attractions and the countryside.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score.
The location is consistently lauded for being close to Flatford Mill, offering easy access to grasslands, gardens, and parkland, ideal for walks and exploring Suffolk's charm.
The cottage is described as comfortable with cosy beds and a snug atmosphere, particularly highlighted during festive seasons. However, some guests noted the layout and sound travel can affect privacy.
The property is well-equipped and beautifully restored, with a special mention of a generous welcome hamper. Some guests suggested improvements in window blinds and noted the unique bedroom layout.
Guests appreciated the thoughtful touches, including a welcome hamper, though it's politely noted that such gifts are a delightful surprise and not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
The Old Post Office in the pretty village of Higham provides a wonderful base to explore the beautiful countryside of Dedham Vale, closely associated with the works of John Constable. The cottage features in his painting, The Stour Valley from Higham. This beautiful timber framed building has lots of space to relax in, with a cosy wood burning stove in the sitting room.
Dating from the 1600s, this property has a wealth of features including exposed beams and fire places and provides a perfect property for a family get-together, allowing you to have a relaxing and peaceful time exploring the local area. The charm of the original features, such as the oak floor upstairs, is balanced with the modern amenities of a well-equipped kitchen, bathrooms and comfy beds. There is a separate dining and sitting room with the original old post office situated at the front of the cottage, providing a further room to relax in. The cottage welcomes dogs so your four-legged friend is able to join you while you explore Suffolk.
In the main cottage there are three bedrooms with a shared bathroom. The fourth bedroom is located in a separate building with its own en-suite shower room and a television providing privacy from the rest of the cottage.
Additional Information
Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Cot and high chair available on request (linen not supplied).
Nearby points of interest
- Colchester Castle Museum
- East Anglian Railway Museum
- Ipswich Museum
- Colchester Zoo
- Bicester Village
- Christchurch Mansion
- Ipswich Transport Museum
- Kentwell Hall
- University of Essex
- West Mersea Beach
Reviews (13)
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The Ransford
This place oozes with charm and character and being able to share such a piece of history with my family was greatly appreciated. The property is very comfortable and well equipped. The manager was very helpful in sorting out a problem with the internet. Lavenham is well worth a visit as is Kentwell Hall. This place does not disappoint.
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Mr S
A really lovely place to stay in Suffolk. As described in the listing, the layout of the bedrooms upstairs is slightly strange. You often have to walk through one bedroom to reach another and all the bedrooms share a bathroom which is actually an ensuite of one of the bedrooms (so again, lots of walking through each others rooms). The floorboards upstairs are also very warped so the surface is quite uneven and sound travels quite easily in the house so overall there's not much privacy. But if everyone in your party gets on it shouldn't be a problem. And don't let this put you off, we had a brilliant stay!
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Mrs C
Beautiful old cottage with comfy beds. Great location very close to Flatford mill. We had a great weekend.