Downbridge Lodge

From picturesque villages to stunning coastlines, it's little wonder East Anglia has been named the top UK destination in the Lonely Planet Best in Travel for 2025. This delightful single-storey barn style property, built in 2020 with lofty vaulted ceilings, provides tasteful and flexible accommodation in the historic village of Hoxne on the Suffolk/Norfolk border. Enjoy countryside and woodland views from the large terrace complete with firepit and barbecue. The space This delightful single-storey barn style property, built in 2020 with lofty vaulted ceilings, provides tasteful and flexible accommodation in the village of Hoxne for four guests. Enjoy countryside and woodland views from the large terrace complete with firepit and barbecue. Both bedrooms have 6' super-king size beds which can be configured as 3' singles upon request; along with their own Smart televisions and en-suite bathrooms. Downbridge Lodge is the ideal choice for families and friends alike. Inside, enjoy the wonderful, large, open-plan living space with a modern kitchen and comfortable sitting room with a contemporary wood burning stove and generous dining area. The accommodation is all on one level and benefits from wide accessible doorways. With vaulted ceilings and bi-fold doors to the terrace, there is a lovely sense of light and space. In addition to the en-suite bathrooms, a useful wet room is provided. Outside, a large stone terrace is the perfect place to enjoy the fire pit, barbecue, or just sit back and admire the surrounding countryside views. The covered outdoor seating area is great for when the weather isn't so kind and is illuminated for you to enjoy it day or night. A useful lockable shed has plenty of space if you wish to bring your bicycles along. When the gates are closed, the garden becomes fully enclosed as there is also chicken wire behind the hedge. From the rear of the property, a short walk along a public footpath brings you to the historic village centre of Hoxne, with connections to King Edmund. Hoxne boasts an excellent pub, The Swan Inn, serving delicious meals, fine wines and real ales. Also in the village is a shop with post office and a café and deli, along with the village church. Only 45 minutes drive to the coast at Southwold and historic Norwich, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds. From picturesque villages to beautiful coastlines, it's little wonder East Anglia has been named the top UK destination in the Lonely Planet Best in Travel for 2025. And there's no better place to experience this wonderful region from than staying in luxury on the Suffolk/Norfolk border at Downbridge Lodge, in the historic village of Hoxne. Additional Information: One medium or two small, well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Please do not allow your dog inside the bedrooms or on the furniture; thank you in advance. Travel cot and high chair available on request. Please bring your own linen for the cot. Bedding is non-feather. Please bring your own pods for the coffee machine. A hot tub can be arranged at an extra cost payable directly to the hot tub company. Contact details can be supplied via the owners after booking. Guest access All Ground Floor Accommodation: Entrance hallway Coat and boot storage. Wet room With wash basin, walk-in shower, WC, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. Open-plan sitting and dining room Beamed vaulted ceiling, bi-fold doors leading to the terrace, comfortable deep leather sofa, two armchairs, bookcase, coffee table, hidden mood lighting, wall mounted 55 inch Smart television, Blu-Ray player, underfloor heating and a wood burning stove. Dining table seating six guests and tables. Kitchen Contemporary fitted kitchen with integrated under counter fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, electric hob, hide and slide electric oven, Delonghi coffee machine (please bring your own pods). Bedroom one With a 6' super-king size bed (can be configured as twin 3' single beds on request) wardrobe, dressing table, wall mounted Smart television and underfloor heating. En-suite bathroom With a roll top, free-standing bath, separate walk-in shower, wash basin in period wash stand with marble top, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. Bedroom two With a 6' super-king size bed (can be configured as twin 3' single beds on request), large wardrobe with shelving and a wall mounted Smart television. En-suite bathroom With a free-standing bath, separate walk-in shower, WC, heated towel rail, wash basin in period wash stand with marble top and underfloor heating. Outside: Stone terrace and fully enclosed garden area with an illuminated covered seating area, garden furniture, firepit and barbecue. Large covered indoor and outdoor games areas offering table tennis, pool, darts, snooker, table football, croquet and boules. Lockable bike storage. Parking for two cars immediately outside the lodge and ample parking also available for other visitors' vehicles. Within walking distance to pub and shops.