Luxury Suffolk romantic getaway

Set within the beautiful south Suffolk countryside with glorious views from your private oak balcony, Swallows Rest is the ideal romantic retreat for a couple looking to explore the local area and beyond. Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Detached lodge adjacent to a 15th century farmhouse surrounded by mature garden, beautiful countryside and farmland with a choice of scenic public footpaths on your doorstep. You really will feel relaxed. The space Upon entering you will instantly notice the care and attention we have put into this renovation to make your stay feel as comfortable as possible and have even raised the roof to give a superb sense of space. The open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area is the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a busy day out exploring so why not fire up the wood burner and read a book, or even catch up on your favourite show on the Smart TV. The kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher and a washer/dryer. When you are ready for bed, the spacious bedroom is towards the back of the property and has a comfortable king-size bed and an en-suite shower room with a shower and WC. We can supply a travel cot on request but please arrange at time of booking. Please be aware smoking or vaping is not permitted in the cottage. Well behaved dogs are very welcome - maximum two. Please advise owner on booking the breed. Guest access The lodge is accessed by an oak staircase from the parking area on to the balcony This provides a truly special place to sit on the furniture provided and take in your surroundings (please note the balcony has a zip wire to keep it enclosed so regret no children under 10). The owners are happy for guests to share their grounds and wander through their garden. There is also a private seating area with a wood fired hot tub for your exclusive use and hammock with BBQ for guests to enjoy. There is parking for two cars and an electric charging point which if needed attracts an additional fee. We are 1/3 mile from our next neighbours down a private road so truly in the middle of the countryside. Other things to note Directly from the property, you have public footpaths, one of which takes you to the beautiful church at Aldham village once featured on TV. Hadleigh, one of the old wool towns, has a choice of pubs, shops and coffee shops and is just 3.7 miles away. The popular medieval village of Kersey (5.1 miles) and Lavenham (12 miles) are both well worth a visit and both have a choice of places to shop, eat and drink and keen golfers will enjoy a visit to Hintlesham Hall just 4.6 miles away. There is an abundance of cycle routes close by so you can enjoy meandering country roads and the picturesque villages and is the ideal location to use as a base to explore Constable country. Please inform us if you would like to bring a dog and the breed, there is an additional charge for dogs due to the extra cleaning on departure