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Hollyhocks

Woodbridge, Suffolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 2
3
star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A little gem of a cottage, with lots of original features and heaps of character
  • Beautiful views of Orford Ness and Shingle Street from the upstairs windows
  • The secure garden, with lawn, patio and flower beds, is absolutely delightful

Property code: OC-HOK

This pet-friendly couples retreat is set in the delightful village of Bawdsey, on the estuary of the River Deben and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area is criss-crossed with miles of rural footpaths and bridleways, and there is walking and cycling opportunities from your front door. Bawdsey Quay is only 2 miles away, from where you can take the foot ferry over to the tiny fishing village of Felixstowe Ferry and then walk or cycle into Felixstowe, a vibrant seaside town with a variety of shops, places to eat and drink and a popular sand and shingle beach. Orford, the tiny village full of foodie delights, is 12.5 miles away, while the pretty seaside town of Aldeburgh, renowned for its food (especially fish and chips) and festivals, is 19 miles.

The charming cottage has maintained many of its original features, including the open fire in the lounge, making it a perfect destination for a cosy winter break. On the ground floor there is also a kitchen, equipped with all the facilities necessary for convenient holiday cooking, plus a breakfast bar for two, and a bathroom. On the upper floor is simply the king-size bedroom, a beautiful space with exposed beams and brickwork, sloping ceilings and an ornamental fireplace.

To the rear of the cottage is a secure garden with a bench seat and table, a gorgeous spot in which to enjoy a warm day or evening, perhaps with a book or while discussing plans for tomorrow’s adventures.

  • 1 king-size bedroom
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee machine, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Open fire (first basket of logs supplied)
  • Electric storage heaters
  • TV, DVD, radio in the lounge, radio with Bluetooth speakers in the kitchen, TV in the bedroom
  • Enclosed garden with patio
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop and pub 0.8 miles, beach 2 miles
  • Due to its size and style, the cottage is not suitable for infants or children
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Darren Williams

This property joined our collection in 2018 and is managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 40 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Elizabeth, 2nd September 2024

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The cottage is very quaint, is easy to find from directions and a lovely place to stay. Cannot comment on washing machine and cooker as did not use but great to have them there. Had to de-ice freezer before use.

Reviewed by Sally, 24th August 2024

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Cottage was in a fab location, it was a great base for exploring and such a quaint well looked after cottage fully equipped.

Reviewed by Suzanne, 3rd August 2024

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Cottage lovely, a few niggles but on the whole good. Admin though not brilliant. We arrived to a sound of beeping from a carbon monoxide monitor, we had no screwdriver to put a new battery in, immediately phoned and explained but no one came. Had to take it outside every night as the noise was disturbing. Also we brought along quite a lot of food, Read moresalads, veg etc . The following morning everything was frozen as the fridge was on high, so the majority of the food was thrown out. Very annoying and costly. Location good Hide

Reviewed by David, 11th July 2024

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Reviewed by Belinda, 1st July 2024

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The pictures on the website are very deceiving the cottage is far to small for the amount of furniture that has been placed in each room. Pretty garden however garden furniture was just a bench in a border not like on the website with nice cushions and table .

Reviewed by Colin, 23rd June 2024

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Very peaceful place if you want to wind down. Easy to get to lots of areas of interest, Woodbridge, Sutton Hoo, ferry crossing to Felixstowe etc

Reviewed by Julie, 25th May 2024

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Cosy and comfortable cottage. Well equipped and ideal for the dog with an enclosed garden. Lovely part of the country.

Reviewed by Peter, 21st April 2024

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Reviewed by Michael, 20th April 2024

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Lovely little 'bolt hole' to disappear to, comfy and quiet.

Reviewed by Rebecca, 6th April 2024

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We had a fabulous time at Hollyhocks. It was so quiet and peaceful. Very comfortable and cosy cottage. Spotlessly clean. Would definitely recommend it. Our 2 dogs loved it also. Safe enclosed garden that we could let them out into and not have to worry. Thank you for a lovely week away.

Reviewed by Mandy, 26th March 2024

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Fantastic little cottage. Wonderful enclosed garden. Very clean and well equipped. I loved my stay at Hollyhocks and will definitely return.

Reviewed by Conor, 24th March 2024

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I stayed here midweek with my two dogs and had a lovely, peaceful break. The kitchen is well-stocked and the rooms are clean. The bed was very comfy too. The garden is a decent size and fenced all the way round. It allowed me to play in the garden with my two greyhounds, without fear that they could accidentally get out and run off. The locationRead more is good - about a 20 minute walk to the sea to the east. Bawdsey Quay is about a two mile journey to the south. There's a cafe there but I believe its only open Fri - Sun. I'd definitely recommend this cottage to anyone that wants a peaceful break near to the coast. I got chatting to a few of the locals whilst on walks, during my stay. Everyone was very friendly. The Swan Inn down the road is a lovely pub. Decent prices but don't serve food. I think they do a quiz night every Wednesday. Hide

Reviewed by Elspeth, 23rd January 2024

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Cute little cottage. Well appointed but unfortunately extremely cold on arrival and took a good 24hrs to warm through. We were just there for a short break so not ideal or as romantic as billed.

Reviewed by Richard, 22nd December 2023

Wonderful little place. Everything you need for a single person or couple to stay. Accommodation was warm, clean and tidy. Nicely laid out bedroom with a very comfortable bed. Bathroom spotless, with good hot shower or bath. Kitchen compact, but functional. Felt at home within a few minutes, and look forward to returning here next year. Ideal for mRead moree visiting my daughters family, as only 10 minutes away from Hollesley Hide

Reviewed by Angela, 30th October 2023

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Lovely little place , very cute with everything you need , I enjoyed our stay in this quaint cottage and lovely village Note to company (not part of the review) - batteries need changing in the Freeview remote. - also tho the property accepts pets I would have expected to see some dog bowls etc possible for use we didnt see that . Didnt reaRead morelly seem aimed at pets, Ive stayed in many pet friendly places with some beautiful touches for our furry friends , blankets pet bowls etc to make them also feel welcome - just a suggestion tho was a lovely stay Hide

Reviewed by Kim, 15th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jill, 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Roy, 7th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew, 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by Martine, 12th August 2023

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Reviewed by Michael, 7th August 2023

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Reviewed by FRANKMHia7//ss, 12th July 2023

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Reviewed by Kim, 5th July 2023

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Reviewed by Karen, 20th June 2023

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Reviewed by Julie, 9th June 2023

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This is a sweet little cottage. I had a perfect relaxing chill out time. The cottage had all that i needed for my stay and a very comfortable bed. A pretty little garden. An all round winner.

Reviewed by Deborah Nicholson, 21st May 2023

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Reviewed by Nick, 15th May 2023

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Reviewed by Megan, 10th May 2023

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Reviewed by Paul, 28th April 2023

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Reviewed by Wendy, 18th March 2023

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A lovely sweet cosy cottage in a great area for walking.

Reviewed by Paul, 11th March 2023

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Bawdsey is a perfect location for exploring the Suffolk coast. A visit to Bawdsey key may reward you with finds of sea glass and sharks teeth. A great location for both bird watching and photography. The cottage is well located for a visit to Sutton Hoo an absolute must if you love Anglo Saxon history and watched the film "The Dig." Also remember Read moreto visit the Ramsholt Arms where they filmed part of the film " Yesterday" Hide

Reviewed by Diane, 12th February 2023

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A lovely, small, cosy cottage. It was well equipped and comfortable. Ideal for couples and an enclosed garden for the dog. We had a very enjoyable couple of days staying at Hollyhocks.

Reviewed by Kerry, 31st January 2023

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Absolutely lovely stay at Hollyoaks with Beauty, my staffie. We will definitely be coming back to this peaceful and perfectly located property. Thank you :)

Reviewed by Jess, 8th December 2022

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This was the perfect little cottage for a couple of days away. Great walks and loads to explore on on the doorstep. Great help from the owner and neighbour with any issues, and we especially delighted in the open fireplace to warm ourselves after a long day walking. The bed was extremely comfortable and the kitchen very well equipped. It was small Read morebut offered everything we needed and really felt like a home from home. Thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Dean, 2nd December 2022

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Reviewed by J, 21st November 2022

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Reviewed by Fay, 14th November 2022

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Reviewed by Susan, 3rd November 2022

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Reviewed by Michelle, 9th October 2022

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Reviewed by Margaret, 2nd October 2022

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Myself and my dog had a lovely holiday at Hollyhocks. The cottage is well equipped, cosy and comfortable and has a lovely enclosed garden. Comfy bed and good quality bedding. No complaints at all!

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