Guests say
9 Gate Cottage in Long Melford, Suffolk, is a charming and cozy retreat praised for its cleanliness, comfortable setting, and beautiful garden. Guests appreciate the proximity to local pubs and shops, the tranquility, and the welcoming nature of the hosts. The cottage is well-equipped and offers lovely walks, making it an ideal getaway.
Guests consistently noted the cottage was very clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The location is highly regarded for its tranquility, historical charm, and easy access to local amenities and countryside walks.
The cottage is described as comfortable and cozy, though one mention of a small double bed suggests a slightly lower score for comfort.
Reviews highlight the cottage as well-equipped and mention the lovely garden and good parking, indicating excellent facilities and maintenance.
While guests found the hosts to be welcoming and helpful, there is no specific mention of gifts, so it is not possible to assess thoughtfulness in this context.
About this property
A quaint and pretty cottage in the heart of Long Melford, perfect for a romantic countryside escape in Suffolk.
Ideally located along the outskirts of the historic village of Long Melford, this quaint, welcoming cottage is perfect for a romantic getaway in the heart of the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Perfect for couples and smaller families, the property is an ideal base for walkers, history buffs and nature lovers discovering the area’s picturesque villages, glorious countryside and impressive stately homes. Offering fresh and relaxing accommodation for up to three guests, this cute and cosy holiday cottage features a pretty shared garden. The cottage has been sweetly decorated and tastefully furnished to make a bright, cheerful rural getaway.
Entering the cottage, the front door opens directly into the sweet and cosy lounge which has comfortable seating, a TV making an ideal spot to snuggle up and unwind in the evenings. Exploring further, the rustic-themed kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing and sharing all your favourite dishes. The refreshing bathroom is also on the ground floor. A traditional steep, cottage-style staircase leads up to the two cheery bedrooms on the first floor: a pretty single and a charming double with a TV and feature fireplace. Outside, there’s a small patio with a table and chairs, leading through to a beautiful garden which is shared with the owner’s house and features a picnic bench providing a lovely spot to sit back and take in the picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.
Long Melford has a choice of great pubs, shops and restaurants and is surrounded by wonderful countryside for you to explore. There are plenty of local attractions to discover including Melford Hall, Foxearth Meadows Nature Reserve, Kentwell Hall, Kersey Hill and Ridgewell Airfield Commemorative Museum, all within 13 miles. Also nearby are the thriving towns of Ipswich (9.5 miles) and Bury St Edmunds (13.5 miles).
Nearby points of interest
- East Anglian Railway Museum
Reviews (9)
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Dr Dunmore
Overall a lovely little cottage. Living room is tiny. It suited me well as I stayed on my own. It would have been crampt if 3 people stayed. Traffic noise was an issue I didn't sleep well for the first few nights.
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Mrs Mitchell-Innes
The cottage is lovely, small but perfectly formed. The owners were great and nothing was too much trouble Great dog walks just a few houses down from the cottage.
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Mrs Firmston
The cottage was very clean, well-equipped and homely. Shared use of the owners attractive garden overlooking the countryside was really useful with a dog, and the village is a delight to explore and well situated to visit Suffolk. The owners were really welcoming and very helpful.