Guests say
Wheelwright's Barn in Suffolk offers a charming stay with its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable rooms, and a warm welcome, including thoughtful gifts. Guests enjoy the local wildlife and the property's proximity to various attractions. Some guests suggest the garden and exterior require maintenance, and clearer instructions for appliances would enhance the experience.
The property generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, though a few guests noted areas for improvement such as cobwebs and a patch of damp/mould. The majority did not raise significant cleanliness issues.
The location is praised for its proximity to local sights and the convenience for sightseeing. However, some guests noted difficulty in finding the property and concerns about road safety due to overgrown vegetation.
Guests find the property comfortable, particularly appreciating the warm atmosphere and the downstairs bedroom with an ensuite. However, comments about the need for better mattresses and natural light suggest room for improvement in comfort.
The property is well-equipped, but guests have mentioned the need for TLC, clearer instructions for appliances, and some maintenance issues like overgrown gardens and slippery paving slabs.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, providing welcome gifts such as cake, milk, and prosecco. It's important to note that while these gestures are appreciated, they may not be a consistent offering for all stays.
About this property
Halesworth 2.2 miles. Standing in beautiful gardens, this stunning barn conversion, Wheelwright’s Barn rests in countryside near Walpole close to Halesworth in Suffolk. Ideal for a family holiday or for friends travelling together, the property has everything needed for a relaxing rural stay. The open-plan living space invites guests in straight away with a wonderfully light and airy ambience. Take a seat in the ample seating area arranged around the woodburning stove and enjoy spending time together and with the patio doors helping to bring the outdoors in, it is just as easy to spend time outside. Step into the kitchen/diner where you will find a superbly fitted kitchen housing simply everything you could need to prepare hearty food for the whole family and with an informal dining area it’s a great spot to pull up a chair and enjoy a relaxed meal together. Or you can sit around the more formal dining table in the open-plan living space and indulge in a long, lazy meal; it’s your choice. If the sun is shining, then you can even eat outside or why not fire up the barbecue and really make the most of the outside space? The beauty of the bedroom configuration at Wheelwright’s Barn is that there will be a bedroom to suit everyone. For those who may have mobility issues, the ground-floor bedroom with en-suite facilities is easily accessible and the two upstairs bedrooms are ideal for both grown-ups and children alike. Head out for the day from Wheelwright’s Barn with some fantastic places to visit right on the doorstep including the bustling market town of Halesworth or jump in the car and head to the charming seaside town of Southwold. Attractions worth a visit include Snape Maltings concert hall and exhibition centre, RSPB Minsmere, Africa Alive Zoological Reserve, Framlingham Castle and Adnams Brewery. Go for a walk and be at one with nature with a trip to Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and make sure you take a camera for all those photo opportunities! The living is easy with a break at Wheelwright’s Barn.
The delightful Suffolk market town of Halesworth is full of character, with old buildings, a weekly market held on a Wednesday and a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants, which are predominantly independent. The Halesworth Town Trail offers a walk through the town whilst learning about its history, whilst within easy reach is the gentle, undulating surrounding countryside, which is ideal for walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers. The beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coastline features unspoilt heathlands and the rspb Minsmere Nature Reserve, whilst the internationally renowned Snape Maltings Concert Hall, and the delightful coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh are all within a short drive. With the cities of Ipswich and Norwich both within touring distance, Halesworth is an ideal location from which to discover Suffolk.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV with Freesat, DVD player, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed gardens with lawns, patio area, patio furniture, barbecue.
Three small/medium well-behaved dogs welcome downstairs.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.9 miles, pub 1.9 miles.
Note: If you wish the owner to provide a travel cot and highchair please request at time of booking.
Note: There will be a welcome gift of wine and biscuits on arrival.
Note: If you wish to bring dogs please inform us at time of booking.
Note: No unaccompanied teenagers please.
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead and supervised in the gardens
Nearby points of interest
- Dunwich Beach
- Framlingham Castle
- East Anglia Transport Museum
Reviews (17)
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Heather
Finding it was a little tricky as the 'orange' door is, in fact, dark green but the owners were very helpful. Although the weather was a bit wet, we got out for long walks every day and the dogs had a brilliant time (though tearing about on pebbly beaches took its toll on one of them). The Barn was cosy and well-equipped, having everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. The 'library' on the landing had a fabulous selection of books as well as jigsaws.
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David
The owner was very quick to respond to a query about the heating, and left some welcome gifts in the kitchen, so worth a stay
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Sarah
Beautiful furniture, character, it was spacious and had everything we needed. Super downstairs bedroom/ensuite for our elderly relative. Most suitable as a winter retreat. Sadly the outside space was a huge let down, overgrown covering windows, slippery steps, not secure for dogs and sadly not very nice to sit in. Barn is on busy road with no pavements, which was not clear. Lack of local footpaths without first walking along busy road. Overall, loved the barn inside, but wouldnât stay again.