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Church Cottage

Wangford, Suffolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 1
4
star
Towels included
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

  • Authentic Suffolk cottage dating back to the 1600's in the pretty village of Wangford
  • Light up the BBQ in the paved courtyard garden in the summer
  • Couples, friends or families will love the convenient location
Property code: OC-HCHURC

This detached cottage is believed to date back to the 1600s and is ideally located to explore all that Suffolk has to offer, from coast to countryside. Wangford has friendly pubs, a well-stocked village shop and a beautiful church that can be seen from the cottage (hence the name). Southwold is just 3 miles away for days at the seaside and can be easily reached using the regular bus service that runs from the village. Minismere Nature Reserve is 10 miles away and includes networks of wonderful walks and a tearoom. The picturesque seaside town of Aldeburgh is 16 miles.

The cottage retains original features such as timber beams and an inglenook fireplace. An entrance hall has space for coats and shoes and timber stairs to the first floor. There are two lounges downstairs – one with a wood burner and a large window looking out onto the street, and a family room/snug that has been set up with children in mind and includes a TV and DVD. The garden room features a breakfast bar with two stools and bi-fold doors leading outside. The contemporary kitchen overlooks the garden, and the dining area includes antique chairs and original church pews with cushions. A shower room is also on the ground floor. A steep timber cottage staircase leads up to the first floor, head up the twist in the staircase to a twin bedroom and family bathroom or continue straight up to a spacious king-size bedroom and a double bedroom with a wrought iron bed. 

A paved garden includes mature plants and climbers as well as garden furniture and a BBQ.

  • Please note: The stairs are narrow and steep, in keeping with a period property and may not be suitable for the elderly or those with mobility issues.
  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin (Twin room accessed via a secondary staircase which is steep and narrow - see images)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with a WC (ground floor), 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC (same floor as twin room)
  • Electric oven, induction hob, under-counter fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV, Snug Room with TV,DVD
  • Paved garden area with furniture and a BBQ
  • On-street parking
  • Shop and pub 200 metres
  • Beach 3.5 miles
  • Dogs are not allowed on the furniture or upstairs
  • One small dog welcome
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Heidi Brackenbury

This property joined our collection in 2019 and is managed by Heidi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andrew, 5th August 2024

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Well located Cottage for exploring. Lovely sun trap garden. Comfy beds. Well equipped kitchen. Village store a short walk away is well stocked.

Reviewed by Stewart, 15th July 2024

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Loved staying here, felt like home from the moment we stepped in. Everything worked and the beds and comfy sofas were great. Two bathrooms was a big plus as well as a walk-in shower. Easy to get into Southwold by car, bus, cycle or walk and handily placed for getting around Suffolk generally. The village store is well stocked and open 7 days a weekRead more. Didnt eat in the pub so can't comment on that although we did get a pizza takeaway for the Plough Inn a mile up the A12 and it was really tasty. Hide

Reviewed by Sue, 13th July 2024

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This cottage is in a nice and quiet location and Wangford has a nice pub and useful village store. It is not far to drive to the coast. The house itself was a disappointment. The front door lock was jammed so at first we thought we couldn't get access but then found the back door and used that. There was a serious moth infestation, with moths onRead more the bedroom walls, on the carpets and in the bedding - not nice at all, The straight stairs up to the main bedrooms are steep and this is acknowledged in the description on the website but it does not make it clear that the route to the bathroom requires negotiating a narrow steep curved set of stairs, not easy to use especially at night. This house is only suitable for young people and not for middle aged/elderly or young children and we would never use it again Hide

Reviewed by Mary, 19th May 2024

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This lovely cottage unfortunately has so many potential trip hazards with steps up and down into all ground floor rooms. The stair case is steeper than is expected in an old property and it has a strange twist with inconsistent stair treads which leads to the bathroom.

Reviewed by Jane, 18th April 2024

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Reviewed by Pearl, 25th March 2024

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Cottage location is ideal for exploring the Suffolk countryside. Downstairs is charming maintaining many old features. Plenty of seating and 2 TV's. Although mentioned in the description as not suitable for those with poor mobility, the stairs are extremely steep and access to twin room is via a narrow curved off shoot. A number of door ways are lRead moreow so care is required if you are more than 5'6" tall. As the name suggests it is across the road from the Church and it's clock. Angel pub is welcoming and serves good food. Hide

Reviewed by Glynis, 15th January 2024

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Had a lovely Xmas at Church Cottage, well equipped, warm and cosy and exceptionally clean.

Reviewed by Mary, 3rd December 2023

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Lovely location in village. Warm and comfortable. The sturdy handrails on the stairs were very welcome!

Reviewed by Emma, 20th August 2023

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Reviewed by Hilary, 3rd July 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew, 2nd July 2023

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Reviewed by Denise, 17th May 2023

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Reviewed by David, 8th May 2023

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Reviewed by Gerard, 3rd January 2023

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Reviewed by Chris, 23rd November 2022

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The perfect house and location for a relaxing break away. The house was really well equipped and full of character, Wangford village has all the amenities you need including a great pub and the surrounding countryside is great for exploring. I would highly recommend Church Cottage for anyone wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle. I'm sure Read morewe'll be back in the near future! Hide

Reviewed by David, 1st November 2022

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Reviewed by Claire, 26th October 2022

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Reviewed by John, 2nd October 2022

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