Guests say
The Piglets is a well-received cottage in Suffolk, praised for its beautiful modern decor, cleanliness, and fantastic location. Guests have enjoyed the property's proximity to local attractions and nature walks, as well as the welcoming touches from the host. The wood-fired hot tub is a highlight, adding to the relaxing atmosphere. While there are some minor critiques regarding privacy and maintenance, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests looking forward to returning.
Guests consistently describe the property as immaculate and clean, with only one mention of a cleanliness issue which was quickly rectified by the owner. This indicates a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is frequently highlighted as great, with easy access to local amenities, nature reserves, and attractions. The proximity to the town centre and supermarkets is also appreciated.
The majority of guests found the property comfortable, with modern furnishings and a cosy atmosphere. There is a single mention of the beds being a bit springy, which slightly affects the score.
Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen and the hot tub. However, there are comments about a lack of hot water, a non-working power point, and the need for more external lighting, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance.
The host's thoughtfulness is evident through welcome gifts and personal touches, such as providing a Christmas tree and decorations. While these gestures are highly appreciated, guests should note that such offerings may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Woodbridge 5.9 miles. A single-storey barn conversion resting in Newbourne, near Woodbridge, Suffolk, The Piglets is an ideal base for a family looking to explore the countryside. Be welcomed into this beautiful wooden barn conversion and be delighted to discover a beautiful open-plan living area, with tall ceilings, white walls and seas of natural light. A stylish sitting area with a woodburning stove creates a great spot to enjoy a good book, and when mealtimes call, a fantastic kitchen area boasts ample amenities in stylish deep blue cupboards, contrasting with the white worktops and allowing for a bar area, and there is also a great bench style dining table, making this a perfect social hub for all guests to enjoy. As the evening wears on, choose between two bedrooms, a beautiful king-size with green walls, tasteful décor and a contemporary en-suite, and a twin with a green feature wall, storage and an en-suite. Ideal for alfresco dining, a delightful garden space houses a barbecue and outdoor furniture, framed by mature trees and with a lawn, there is also a fantastic hot tub for guests to enjoy. Newbourne is a wonderful rural village with a selection of idyllic countryside walks including those around Newbourne Springs, as well as a selection of local eateries including The Fox Inn and Nourish Café. Travel a little further to the nearby village of Martlesham and you stock up on essentials from the local convenient store or take a day trip to the picturesque seaside of Felixstowe or Shingle Street, where you can enjoy a stroll along the coastline or try out your favourite watersports. Explore the countryside of Suffolk with a stay at The Piglets.
Woodbridge is a historic riverside market town boasting an outstanding selection of independent shops, restaurants and pubs. The town has been famous for boatbuilding, rope and sail making since the Middle Ages. The working tide mill is a major attraction and a must visit for anyone staying in the area. The River Deben runs alongside the town and is popular for boating, walking and wildlife with wonderful views over to the National Trust site of Sutton Hoo. The town hosts a number of events throughout the year and is a wonderful place to visit.
Accommodation
Sykes Gem Awards 2024 Bronze winner for Best Hot Tub Property.
Single storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher coffee machine, kettle, toaster.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Front non-enclosed garden with patio, furniture, log fired hot tub and barbecue.
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers and no smoking.
Shop 2.9 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Guests are responsible for taking care of the hot tub.
Note: Guests receive a welcome gift on arrival.
Note: One well behaved dog welcome which must be added to the booking
Nearby points of interest
- Ipswich Transport Museum
- Christchurch Mansion
- Ipswich Museum
- Bicester Village
- Orford Castle
- Framlingham Castle
Reviews (17)
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Elaine
Spacious comfortable stay. Well equipped kitchen and lovely log fire. The Piglets is a quiet village location, yet close by to access all the great surrounding areas to visit.The owner was very helpful with anything we needed, and even provided more logs for us. Only improvement would be access to terrestrial TV instead of using iplayer/Netflix etc. A visit to the local pub The Fox is highly recommended with excellent service and food. We will definitely be back.
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Amelia
Very modern and a clever use of space. The wood fired hot tub is lovely as it feels super cosy and an achievement to get it fired yourself. The area is wonderful and the hosts are so welcoming and helpful. The only downside I would say is as the owners live at the back of the property as and have to drive past the cottage to get to their drive, there felt a little lack of privacy also as the main entrance is glass and no curtains for it. So when the owners drove past, I thought they could look in which made me feel less comfortable walking around in my pajamas/getting in and out of the hot tub. But a beautiful place, that I would recommend to friends and families but less so to couples.
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Kirsty
Overall we enjoyed our stay. Good location with easy access to A14. Comfort - central heating was set too low & we were cold at times. Facilities - TV is app based only, no live terrestrial TV - so you canât scroll through whatâs on or see central listing. Hot tub is wood fired & thus takes long time to heat up. Boiler is quite noisy in one of the bedrooms. Needs more external lighting out towards gate (perhaps motion activated).