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Oldfields

(Ref. 1196353)

Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 20 Guests

  • 6 Bedrooms

  • 4 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Sauna
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

This property is part of the Best of Suffolk collection.
Best of Suffolk is an award-winning, local holiday cottage lettings agency, bringing the experience of a boutique hotel to self-catering cottages in Suffolk.

Summary

  • Six bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with additional double sofa bed,1 x first-floor Super King with additional double sofa bed and ensuite with bath, walk in shower, basin and WC, 1 x first-floor double and en-suite, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x first-floor double with additional double sofa bed, 1 x first-floor double
  • First floor family bathroom with bath, basin and WC
  • Additional double sofa bed in second living room
  • Annexe: Studio style with double sofa bed, kitchen and first-floor double in eaves (note restricted head height) and first floor shower room
  • Kitchen
  • Dining room with ample seating and log burner
  • 2 x Sitting rooms
  • Sauna
  • Steam room.
  • Central heating
  • Two electric ovens, hob, microwave, 3x fridge/freezers, washing machine, dishwasher
  • Smart TV's
  • Games room with snooker table and pinball machines coming soon
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 8 - 10 cars
  • Large grounds with lawn, outdoor seating, barbecue, outdoor bar, heated swimming pool (May to September), and 6-seater electric hot tub
  • Two well behaved dogs welcome, second dog charged at £25
  • No smoking
  • Note: The annexe bedroom is situated in the eaves with restricted ceiling height and steep ladder stairs therefore is not suitable for children or those with limited mobility

The property

Oldfields is a substantial detached house with annexe resting near Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk, East Anglia.

Sleeping up to 20 guests across six bedrooms and additional sofa beds and day beds, this impressive retreat is ideal for large family gatherings, celebrations, reunions, and group getaways, offering an excellent range of leisure facilities including a heated swimming pool, electric hot tub, games room, gym, sauna, and steam room.

Upon entering the property, guests will discover a spacious interior designed for spending quality time together.

The well-equipped kitchen provides everything needed for preparing meals for larger groups, including a dishwasher and washing machine, while the dining room offers seating for up to 20 guests, making it a wonderful setting for celebratory dinners and special occasions.

Two separate sitting rooms provide ample space to relax, socialise, or unwind after a day of exploration.

The sleeping accommodation is arranged across the main house and annexe, offering flexibility for a variety of group configurations.

The main house hosts five double bedrooms, including two with en-suite facilities and two with sofa beds for additional guests.

A ground-floor double bedroom also benefits from a double sofa beds.

Within the annexe, guests will find a double bedroom tucked into the eaves, along with a sofa bed on the ground floor.

Please note that the annexe bedroom has restricted ceiling height and steep stairs and is suitable for adolescents only.

Outside, the extensive grounds provide plenty of room for guests to gather and enjoy the fresh air.

Spend warmer days swimming in the heated pool, soak in the six-seater electric hot tub, enjoy drinks at the outdoor bar, dine alfresco with the barbecue, or challenge friends and family in the games room.

The gym, sauna, and steam room further enhance the property's appeal, ensuring entertainment whatever the weather.

A shop and pub can be found within easy reach, while nearby destinations include Bury St Edmunds, Thetford, Ipswich, Cambridge, and Colchester.

Explore historic landmarks such as Bury St Edmunds Abbey Gardens, St Edmundsbury Cathedral, and Ickworth Estate; enjoy days out at Thetford Forest Park, High Lodge, and Ancient House Museum; or discover Cambridge's famous colleges, The Fitzwilliam Museum, and Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

Visitors can also venture to Colchester Castle, Colchester Zoo, and Castle Park for memorable days out.

Oldfields is a superb Suffolk retreat for large groups looking to celebrate, relax, and make lasting memories together.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £1000.

Where you’ll be staying

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BURY ST EDMUNDS

Thetford 13 miles; Ipswich 27.5 miles; Cambridge 28.1 miles; Colchester 34.2 miles.

Bury St Edmunds, locally referred to as Bury, is a historic market town and civil parish found in Suffolk, East Anglia. Boasting over 1000 years of history to discover, it offers plenty to see and do at any time of the year. Describe as being 'Suffolk's foodie town', you can expect to find plenty of tempting eateries to assist you on your self-catered stay including all of the pubs, restaurants, cafés, and takeaways galore, as well as there being a good selection of supermarkets and convenience stores for those seeking fresh ingredients or any picnic essentials. Admire the beautiful architecture of the town whilst visiting both its high street and independent stores, with abbey ruins and gardens, art galleries, Suffolk's only cathedral, and Moyse's Hall Museum to find too, offering something for all tastes. Visit the 200 acres of Nowton Park where you can walk amongst the landscaped lands of Suffolk's countryside, or take a trip to discover the beauty of Thetford Forest Park, spanning over 18,730 hectares, here you can find serene walking and cycling routes as well as attractions such as High Lodge, Lynford Stag, Lynford Arboretum, the Harling Woods and so much more. The coast can also be reached via a scenic drive, where you can find the traditional seaside towns of Felixstowe and Clacton-on-Sea, while Ipswich, Cambridge, and Colchester are all within reach too.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season

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