Garden Cottage - Pound Farm | Great Yeldham | Gestingthorpe | South Of England

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes

Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Dr Eringa
August 2019

“- Lovely cottage in the countryside of east England, great value for money.”

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Strengths: - We loved the village (especially the large cricket/football field with playground), nearby villages (e.g. Hedingham), the cottage (especially the beds) and welcoming owners. - Cottage layout is very convenient, it is not extremely luxurious but has everything you need - Owners live around the corner (but you have normal privacy), are welcoming and friendly and helped immediately with a technical issue with the furnace - The east England climate is great, drier than other parts of the UK. - Lots of options in the area: a Norman castle, the beach, nice villages and the occasional horse racing event (Newmarket) Suggestions: - Some additional tips for activities in the area would be helpful to guests such as us, e.g. the Newmarket horse races were great but we didn't know them beforehand. The beaches we saw varied a lot in atmosphere: Clacton (town) was low-quality, the beach on the northern side of Clacton almost felt like a private beach and was terrific, and historical Brightlingsea seems a great place for crabbing but the beaches are small and swimming works better in the pool near them. - The place was hard to find for us, as a road but not a house number was provided together with three villages/towns in the address (Gestingthorpe, Great Yeldham, Halstead). When you know that Gestingthorpe is the cottage location it's a breeze, but the directions should be a little more detailed for visitors who don't know the area.
Mr Webb January 2019

“We had a lovely weekend at Garden cottage.”

Loved the log burner and the spacious house. Good walks from the door and an easy drive into nearby Sudbury with all its charm and amenities.
Mr Knill December 2018

“As others have said, hard hats need to be worn due to woodwork that can catch out the unwary.”
Mr Toon August 2018

“The cottage was as described.”

It had the basic essentials but some 'niggles' This was reflected in the price for the time of year. It was a late booking and it wouldn't have been our first choice. The toilet seat was loose and would slide when in use . Granddaughter nipped her leg in this leaving a bruise. For a three bedroomed cottage there was only one mirror on the stair landing. No dressing tables in any of the bedrooms and one of the bedrooms without a wardrobe, just half a dozen coat hangers on a coat hook. The electricity went off and we were informed that this was because we were 'on a meter' and had used the weekly quota up quicker than expected! I suppose most people tend to eat out when holidaying and very seldom use the cooking facilities to the extent we did, however, due to dietary requirements, this was much needed. So, needless to say halfway though preparation of meal we had to wait until the owners could top up the meter. I have never experienced this ever before and was taken aback at this. On a slightly more positive note: due to asthma and allergies too, I am unable to tolerate fabric and laundry liquids, scented candles and all fragranced items. The owners did ensure that everything was scent free, especially the bedding. This was a huge help.
Mrs Webster June 2018

“I had a misshap while staying at the Garden Cottage, The owner could not do any more to help.”

So I would like to say a big thank you and say we will be back.
Mr Guy November 2017

“The Pound Farm Annexe is a great little home and suited us down to the ground working in the area.”

It is spotlessly clean and has most of the facilities you would expect from a self-catering home. If I were being critical I would have liked some extra facilities, such as iron/ironing board, oven dish/pyrex dish, scissors and similar, but as I say this is me being over-critical - the kitchen is well equipped with pots and pans, cutlery, sharp knives, and a nice touch of some bottles of beer and a pint of milk in the fridge on arrival. The place is lovely, warm, well-decorated and is set at a good price. The location is rural so any visitors would need a car to get to local restaurants and shops.
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The property

Great Yeldham 3.5 miles.

This is a stylish annexe cottage located in the small village of Gestingthorpe and near the pretty village of Great Yeldham in north Essex.

This cottage has a comforting feel to it and comes in a peaceful location, it's a great spot for friends or couples to come and have a break.

Garden Cottage comes attached to the owners' property, with the entrance at the back of the cottage, you are welcomed into the fresh living dining room.

The sitting area is well-presented and boasts a comfortable corner sofa with a wall-mounted TV and a warming woodburning stove to create a great spot for letting your hair down in the evening.

This leads onto the kitchen, a stylish room with high quality furnishings.

The first floor of this property hosts three delightful bedrooms with pleasant bed linen and plenty of clothing storage.

The interior of Garden Cottage is topped off with a stunning family bathroom.

Make the most of your enclosed garden when the sun comes out, with plenty of seating on an excellent patio with the added benefit of a well-kept lawn, perfect for bringing your dog to run and play.

The village of Great Yeldham is a short drive away, it offers the essential amenities with a choice of pubs and eateries, it is a lovely spot to base your holiday.

The surrounding area offers plenty of must-visit destinations, from the incredible architecture in Cambridge to the great seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea also within driving distance.

Garden Cottage is an attractive cottage in a great location.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 2 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
First floor basin and WC
Kitchen
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample off road parking for 3 cars
Lawned garden with patio and furniture
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 3.5 miles, pub 1 mile.

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About the location

GREAT YELDHAM

Sudbury 9 miles; Cambridge 27 miles; Clacton-on-Sea 37 miles

A pretty, traditional village based in northern Essex. Great Yeldham is the prime spot for a peaceful break, it has delightful buildings as well as a choice of pubs, an Indian restaurant, a village shop, café and an award-winning distillery selling some well-known toffee flavoured vodka. The village is home to 'the Great Oak', an ancient tree which was mentioned in William the Conqueror's Domesday Book published in the 11th century. The River Cohen runs through this pleasant village. This is a really special area of England, with plenty of beautiful cities and town waiting to be discovered. Sudbury and Cambridge both offer wonderful buildings and so much to do. If you fancy a trip to the beach, head to one of England's more popular seaside resorts in Clacton-on-Sea.

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Garden Cottage - Pound Farm

Gestingthorpe near Great Yeldham, Essex (Ref. 963620)

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Features

“- Lovely cottage in the countryside of east England, great value for money.”

“We had a lovely weekend at Garden cottage.”

“As others have said, hard hats need to be worn due to woodwork that can catch out the unwary.”

“The cottage was as described.”

“I had a misshap while staying at the Garden Cottage, The owner could not do any more to help.”

“The Pound Farm Annexe is a great little home and suited us down to the ground working in the area.”