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The Cartshed

Beccles, Suffolk
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
3
star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Escape to a peaceful couple’s retreat close to the Suffolk Heritage Coast
  • A single-storey holiday apartment with skylights offering plenty of natural light
  • One of four converted cottages around a central courtyard with a farm shop on the doorstep

Property code: OC-HFC

Just 3 miles from Southwold, Wangford is located on the edge of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The A12 trunk road that links London to Lowestoft passes the village and makes it an ideal holiday base for those who wish to travel further afield, but Wangford has plenty to enjoy, including a historic church, popular pubs and a farm shop. The iconic pier and promenade of Southwold are perfect for strolls at any time of year, while its busy high street is home to an eclectic range of shops, galleries and eateries. For a visit with a difference, check out the bijou Electric Picture Palace – the doors open for film evenings around 100 times a year. You’ll find more tradition in Halesworth (7.5 miles); this small market town was built upon a Roman settlement and has a central pedestrianised thoroughfare where many buildings date back to the 16th century and is also home to the largest millennium green in the UK, with around 44 acres of green space. Aside from its stunning coast and countryside, North Suffolk is also a gateway to the Broads National Park; take a boat trip from Oulton Broad (11 miles) to discover some of its stunning scenery and wildlife.

This light and airy holiday apartment is part of a group of four thoughtfully converted properties situated around a central courtyard with a successful farm shop offering fresh daily produce on the doorstep. Warm wooden flooring and traditional furnishings await in a comfortable sitting room, where there’s a TV and DVD for home-from-home entertainment. You can cook up a feast and dine in style in the spacious kitchen, before retiring at the end of your day to a peaceful double bedroom. A shower room completes the layout of your holiday home, while close-by, a shared on-site laundry room offers additional convenience.

There’s no garden here but the gorgeous surrounding countryside is criss-crossed by footpaths and the ancient coppiced woodland of the Reydon Wood Nature Reserve, less than a mile away, is wonderful for walks.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher
  • Shared on-site laundry room with washing machine, tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • TV, DVD
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop 30 metres, pub 0.5 miles, beach 3 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Heidi Brackenbury

This property has been let with us for over 15 years and is managed by Heidi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ian, 23rd November 2024

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A very cosy cottage with good access to places such as Southwold. My two gripes are 1] that as a light sleeper I was woken by noise from the adjacent farm buiding - heavy thumps/bangs 11 pm 4am [one night only and 6-7 am most mornings. 2] no info pack - never been to a cottage before that didn't have one with guides to area and important info. HaviRead moreng said all thios the property is very warm and well maintained with shops close by. Hide

Reviewed by Mike, 14th November 2024

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A perfect place for us stay whilst visiting family.

Reviewed by Eric, 2nd November 2024

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Reviewed by Malcolm, 15th October 2024

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This is a small but perfect cottage for two. Comfortable and cosy with all the equipment you need. We had a fantastic time in the village, in the Angel for food and drink and the local store. Ideally placed for Southwold and Minsmere. Osprey at Thorpeness. Red deer at Minsmere.

Reviewed by Alice, 22nd September 2024

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The cottage was welcoming & warm, Bed very comfortable. Shower good, although somewhere to put shampoo etc would be good. Farm shop had a good variety of food & fruit. Local bus service excellent.

Reviewed by Gillian, 15th September 2024

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Great location for touring around the Southwold area bus service , although not used, seems to be quite regular stops outside the cottage ..we ve stayed here many times pre covidkeep coming back !

Reviewed by Christine, 8th September 2024

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I have been staying in Wangford cottages on the Farm for several years(two many to Mention) so that should give you a good recommendation.

Reviewed by Grant, 11th August 2024

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Lovely lodge and very comfortable with everything we needed to enjoy our stay, there is a farm shop next door which was very handy, and a bus stop outside the farm which we used a few times to go into Southwold, lovely pub in the village and a well stocked shop, there are some lovely walks around the marshes and the marina.

Reviewed by Pauline, 22nd July 2024

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Our fifth stay at the properties. They are ideal for two people and I would recommend them

Reviewed by Robert, 11th July 2024

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Great little converted barn. Perfect for a couple

Reviewed by Sarah, 29th June 2024

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This was a great Logans the place was spotless. Definitely will book again

Reviewed by John, 8th June 2024

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Reviewed by Clive, 20th May 2024

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All you need is supplied for a self catering accommodation.

Reviewed by Linda, 7th May 2024

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Lovely rooms, modern kitchen area. Bed very comfortable. Nicely decorated. Bathroom spotless and modern. Nowhere in shower to put gel etc. Nice and quiet. We found it a bit pricey and with such a late check in and early departure we felt a day was lost.

Reviewed by Mark, 20th April 2024

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Very comfortable accommodation. The bed and settee were excellent and all was very clean. Everything you need for a week's holiday is provided in the property. The location is also perfect for Southwold and access to the A12 although Wangford itself is a very charming, quiet old Suffolk village with some amazing old properties and church to look atRead more. The farm shop on site has some lovely veg, bread and plants. We definitely hope to return in the future. Hide

Reviewed by Eric, 6th April 2024

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Reviewed by Sandra, 10th February 2024

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A great property in a great location. The property was clean, warm and well appointed. It had everything we needed and a very comfy bed!. The location is great close to Southwold and also to the A12 for visiting places futher afield.

Reviewed by Mr Richard, 30th November 2023

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Reviewed by A, 6th November 2023

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Reviewed by Pauline, 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Mary, 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Susan, 24th September 2023

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Reviewed by Maxine, 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Eric, 8th September 2023

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Stayed in the Cartshed once again. Our ideal place to stay. Quiet, and comfortable. Close to the sea and with a bus stopping outside, to take you to Southwold or as far as Norwich.

Reviewed by Anthony, 23rd August 2023

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Reviewed by Pamela, 15th July 2023

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The property is well located in terms of walking into the village and it's proximity to Southwold. The bed is comfortable and the property is well equipped

Reviewed by Heather, 5th June 2023

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Reviewed by Barbara, 27th May 2023

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Reviewed by Pauline, 20th May 2023

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I always find Suffolk Secrets staff and their properties very good

Reviewed by Douglas, 24th April 2023

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Reviewed by Julie, 11th April 2023

We entered the Cartshed, the lovely smell, the warmth we were very pleased with it. We could not fault it at all. Bed very comfortable, important to us, home from home. Farm shop next door, local shop and pub in walking distance. Bus stop outside, going into Southwold or the other way into Norwich. Check times for bus as they finish early. We will Read morebe going back again soon. Hide

Reviewed by Elaine, 25th March 2023

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Location

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