The Grove cottages Welcome to my selection of Romantic Holiday Cottages.
01787 211115 Award Winning Cottages in Suffolk UK
Self Catering Holiday Accommodation
Chocolate box outside - and even better inside.
An absolutely gorgeous 16th Century Romantic Thatched Cottage, with beautiful interiors and high quality furnishing.
This is a much loved cottage.
| Location of the cottage: | Polstead |
| Number of bedrooms: | 2 |
| Sleeps: | 4 |
| Children / Babies: | Yes, Up to 2 Children, 1 Baby |
| Arrival days (changeover): | Monday, Friday |
| Pets: | 2 (Up to 2 large dogs, NO CATS) |
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Description
Checklist:
Barbeque- Bath
- Bed Linen Provided
- Bikes Provided
Cats Accepted- CD Player
- Central Heating
- Clothes Airer or Washing Line
- Clothes Dryer
- Clothes Washer
- Cooker and Hob
- Courtyard
- Dishwasher
- DVD Player
- Flame Effect Fire
- Freezer-compartment
- Fridge
- Garden
- Garden - Enclosed
- Ground Floor Bath
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Shower
- Ground Floor Toilet
- High Chair Provided
- Internet Access
- Iron and Board
- King Size Bed
- Microwave
- Off Road Parking
- Open Fire
- Pets Welcome
- Shower, over Bath
- Shower, Walk In
- Single Storey
- Television
- Towels Provided
- Travel Cot Provided
- Village
- Wifi
- Wood Burner
Holmwood is an absolutely gorgeous 16th Century Romantic Thatched Cottage, with beautiful interiors and high quality furnishing.
It is in a group of 5 cottages and a pub next to the Sudbury to Ipswich Main Road, located in a very pretty part of Suffolk close to Kersey which is Suffolk prettiest hamlet, Boxford which is a gem of a tiny village and Polsted which is where the best walks are to be found.
It is in a group of 5 cottages and a pub next to the Sudbury to Ipswich Main Road, located in a very pretty part of Suffolk close to Kersey which is Suffolk prettiest hamlet, Boxford which is a gem of a tiny village and Polsted which is where the best walks are to be found.
This cottage is so pretty with its lovely thatched roof and mature cottage garden, there is an old tree offering some summer shade for when you want to use the garden table there. In the courtyard there is a big breakfast table with wisteria tumbling down the soft red brick walls and old wood stables that surround you on 3 sides capturing the sun and giving privacy and protection on windier days.
There is a BBQ patio at the back and a pretty garden pond fed from the natural spring. Please note that this garden is enclosed but not dog proof and small children should be supervised when in the garden even though the pond is fenced.
You enter the cottage by the Kitchen: which is all hand made by a master craftsman as are all the wonderful restorations and discrete modern conveniences throughout this historic 16th Century cottage. Cooking is done on a large electric range and the kitchen has the added luxury of a dishwasher.
The dining table easily sits 6 in this cosy farmhouse style kitchen with its
original Suffolk White brick floor and high arched ceiling.
A lovely old door leads out to the BBQ patio and another to the the hall where the downstairs bathroom is located, this has a separate bath and shower fitted and is a very well designed.
Off the hall is the large main room with its lovely inglenook fireplace which for fire safety reasons now has an electric 'flame effect' wood burner. There are 2 big comfy sofas and a big armchair easily arranged around an interesting Kelim covered coffee table which is great for putting your feet up on, the old winding staircase off the main room leads you up to a pretty double bedroom and through this to a twin bedroom separated by a door.
Guests who are less than able should not book this cottage because the staircase is tight and steep and absolutely listed - for those who can manage it, it is just another wonderful feature of this beautiful cottage.
Throughout the cottage the renovation has been very carefully carried out so that proper lathe and plaster walls with all their character and imperfections have been reinstated, beautiful worn brick floors have been carefully repaired, ancient beams exposed and cherished, original doors, windows and frames bought back to life and the whole atmosphere of the original building authentically reinstated.
Sarah the owner has a wonderful Persian Carpet shop in Long Melford www.persiancarpetstudio.co.uk and of course she has put some choice pieces into this lovely cottage which really enhance its atmosphere.
We provide bikes for guests to use for free and there are lovely walks from across the road to Polsted or behind the cottage down the valley to Boxford.
Holmwood is a rare find as a self catering cottage and is located in a very pretty part of Suffolk.
Well behaved Dogs are always welcome, please refer to this web page All About Bringing Pets for charges and how this cottage may suit your pet.
This is much loved cottage that is ready for you to enjoy - chocolate box outside and even better inside.
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Standard Inclusive Features
All prices include vat and everything written below.
Kitchen: all cottages are complete little homes and facilities include modern central heating, refrigerator, hobs, oven and / or microwave, toaster, crockery & serving dishes, cutlery, many utensils, fire-extinguisher, lots of pots & pans, glasses & mugs, kettle, coffee maker, teapot, kitchen towels, oven gloves, olive oil & vinegar, salt & pepper, sugar, herbs, tea, fresh and instant coffee, washing up liquid, cloths, general cleaning materials, etc.
"Welcome Pack": Contains all the freshest ingredients for a 'Proper English breakfast': eggs, bacon, butter, some tomatoes, fruit, a lemon, a litre of milk and a loaf of fresh local bread.
Bathroom: soap, fluffy cotton towels, bath mats, shaver point, toilet brush, toilet roll.
Bedroom: cotton bed linen, wardrobe with coat hangers / chest of drawers, iron, ironing board, hairdryer.
Living room: If your cottage has an open fire or stove then a basket with firewood and a bucket with coal will be provided free and more will be available at cost and there will be firelighters provided, TV, DVD's, stereo CD system, CD's selection, books, games, magazines, local brochures, OS and other maps, folder with our special 'What To Do' insiders guide to the local area.
Bikes for adults and children.
I have 2 lovely big Canoes at The Old Grove Farm which I may be able to lend to guests if I am around, this would be for a day out
on the River Stour and transportation etc costs £45.
Baby cot and high chair provided in cottages accepting babies (please bring babies bedding).
Water bowl and treat per dog is provided in cottages accepting pets.
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Price List
- A 15% surcharge may apply for Bank Holidays, Easter, Spring & Half Term & Valentines
| Two nights | Three nights | Four nights | Five nights | Six nights | Seven nights | |
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| Jan 27th - Feb 3rd, 2012 | £281.00 | £281.00 | £281.00 | £421.50 | £491.75 | £505.80 |
| Feb 3rd - Feb 10th, 2012 | £285.00 | £356.25 | £356.25 | £427.50 | £498.75 | £513.00 |
| Feb 10th - Feb 17th, 2012 | £285.00 | £356.25 | £356.25 | £427.50 | £498.75 | £513.00 |
| Feb 17th - Feb 24th, 2012 | £285.00 | £356.25 | £356.25 | £427.50 | £498.75 | £513.00 |
| Feb 24th - Mar 2nd, 2012 | £285.00 | £356.25 | £356.25 | £427.50 | £498.75 | £513.00 |
| Mar 2nd - Mar 9th, 2012 | £289.00 | £361.25 | £361.25 | £433.50 | £505.75 | £520.20 |
* exclusions, additional charges and discounts may apply, please click Book Online (below) to get accurate quote.
- The Arrival days and Breaks offered as follow (exclusions may apply):
- Monday - 4, 6, 7, 11, 13 or 14 nights;
- Friday - 2, 3, 7, 9, 10 or 14 nights;
- Additional charges for bringing a pet apply: £15 per pet for Mid Week or Weekend Breaks; £25 per pet for Week Breaks.
What did the guests say:
Friday, 23rd of December, 2011, Phil & Jacqui:
A real home from home. Warm and cosy. We will definitely be back.
Monday, 21st of November, 2011, Sally & Terry:
Grove Cottages does it again. 4 star accommodation at affordable prices. A beautiful 16th century thatched cottage set in historic Suffolk in between Hadleigh and Sudbury. a lovely little cottage , very cosy and a perfect getaway. We will be back again soon.
Thursday, 10th of November, 2011, Andy & Angela:
We were looking for a few relaxing days away with our dogs and boy, did we find it. The cottage was so warm and welcoming, we did not want to go out. We walked through the fields then cosied up by the fire- sheer bliss !
Friday, 4th of November, 2011, Steven & Sarah:
Holmwood Cottage was the star of our weekend. It was very comfortable and cosy. This part of Suffolk is very pretty and Holmwood is a perfect base if you wish to explore.
Monday, 17th of October, 2011, Leon:
A lovely cosy warm cottage. A great place to just chill.
Monday, 17th of October, 2011, Kelly and Dave:
What a lovely and relaxing cottage. We will have the memories forever in our hearts.
Thursday, 13th of October, 2011, Gerry :
A lovely place, great atmosphere. Decorated and furnished with skill and flair.
Monday, 19th of September, 2011, Admiral Malhi and family:
The cottage exceeded our expectations in every way! Sara was warm and welcoming and the cottage offered every amenity we can think of. The welcome basket was truely welcoming, as were the flowers and the kitchen. We return taking back memories of a very happy time for our family - UK is a bit closer to Bombay now!
A real home from home. Warm and cosy. We will definitely be back.
Monday, 21st of November, 2011, Sally & Terry:
Grove Cottages does it again. 4 star accommodation at affordable prices. A beautiful 16th century thatched cottage set in historic Suffolk in between Hadleigh and Sudbury. a lovely little cottage , very cosy and a perfect getaway. We will be back again soon.
Thursday, 10th of November, 2011, Andy & Angela:
We were looking for a few relaxing days away with our dogs and boy, did we find it. The cottage was so warm and welcoming, we did not want to go out. We walked through the fields then cosied up by the fire- sheer bliss !
Friday, 4th of November, 2011, Steven & Sarah:
Holmwood Cottage was the star of our weekend. It was very comfortable and cosy. This part of Suffolk is very pretty and Holmwood is a perfect base if you wish to explore.
Monday, 17th of October, 2011, Leon:
A lovely cosy warm cottage. A great place to just chill.
Monday, 17th of October, 2011, Kelly and Dave:
What a lovely and relaxing cottage. We will have the memories forever in our hearts.
Thursday, 13th of October, 2011, Gerry :
A lovely place, great atmosphere. Decorated and furnished with skill and flair.
Monday, 19th of September, 2011, Admiral Malhi and family:
The cottage exceeded our expectations in every way! Sara was warm and welcoming and the cottage offered every amenity we can think of. The welcome basket was truely welcoming, as were the flowers and the kitchen. We return taking back memories of a very happy time for our family - UK is a bit closer to Bombay now!
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Monday, 5th of September, 2011, Mairi:
Picture perfect cottage, beautifully furnished - but mind the beams!
Saturday, 6th of August, 2011, Lynn:
A charming cottage with beautiful country garden - we had a wonderful holiday!
Thursday, 26th of May, 2011, Heather:
You walk through the gate and enter a garden paradise and things just get better from there.
Friday, 29th of April, 2011, Jenny:
We had a nice stay and enjoyed the working.
Friday, 15th of April, 2011, Emily:
Fabulous!
Monday, 11th of April, 2011, Jeremy and Sam:
Wonderful break, very relaxing, wonderful touches with the basket and essentials! A little piece of escapism from the corporate world!! Very clean and tidy and beautiful garden, very wild and herby!!
Friday, 1st of April, 2011, Shawn and Alison:
A perfect character cottage that was a pleasure to stay in, within a lovely area with lots to do for all the family. Thank you once again. Shawn, Ali, William (5) and Edward (2)
Monday, 21st of March, 2011, Christine and Peter:
We would definitely recommend this cottage and would like to return.
Thursday, 3rd of March, 2011, Richard:
Good base to explore. Surrounding area and pubs. Holmwood is small, quaint and perfectly formed.
Monday, 21st of February, 2011, Katy:
Really welcoming, well equipped, comfortable. A real home we could relax in.
Sunday, 23rd of January, 2011, Richard:
Perfect location for a relaxing and romantic weekend getaway.
Sunday, 16th of January, 2011, Charlotte:
Perfect country cottage getaway, amidst beautiful villages, lovely pubs and fantastic walks. A lovely retreat to escape from the real world for a weekend. A great location for our first weekend away together.
Monday, 20th of December, 2010, Martin and Sarah-Jane:
Fantastic cottage, brilliant for a break with the dog as plenty of walks on the doorstep!
Tuesday, 14th of December, 2010, Natasha:
A fantastic short break, just what we needed. Great cottage, home from home. Brilliant location for exploring south Suffolk. We'll be back if you'll have us! The super child friendly stuff was a big bonus!
Monday, 6th of December, 2010, Kate:
We arrived during the coldest, snowiest weekend of the year and the cottage has been as absolute heaven - relaxing, beautiful, cosy and well equipped, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Suffolk looks lovely even on wintery walks, but the cottage is the star of the show.
Sunday, 14th of November, 2010, Tony:
We have just had our 4th visit to a Grove Cottage, it won't be our last. Each short break has been enjoyed immensely. Beautiful, well equipped cottages in lovely countryside.
Sunday, 10th of October, 2010, David and Cynthia:
Superb cosy cottage, ideal base for touring and seeing all the pretty villages.
Sunday, 3rd of October, 2010, Naomi and Richard:
Interior of cottage well presented and well kept. The welcome basket was extremely enjoyable, due to being full of local produce. Electric fire very warm!
Friday, 24th of September, 2010, Gill and Richard:
Four days wasn't long enough....
Friday, 17th of September, 2010, Jacqui, Natasha, Fiona and Vicki:
Really enjoyed our stay. Perfect retreat for a relaxing girls break away. The cottage was everything we'd imagined, well equipped, beautiful surroundings with plenty of character.
Friday, 3rd of September, 2010, Merry:
We had a lovely, peaceful stay in this idyllic country cottage. A true home from home experience.
Friday, 20th of August, 2010, Kevin:
A very well equipped and cosy cottage.
Monday, 9th of August, 2010, Joy:
A perfect place to unwind and enjoy Suffolk food, drink and countryside.
Saturday, 31st of July, 2010, Alan, Alison and Dumble Dog:
Generous host and attention to detail make this a special 'home-from-home'. Excellent, Thank you.
Sunday, 25th of July, 2010, Aileen and Mark:
Lovely cottage in a very interesting part of the country.
Friday, 2nd of July, 2010, Margarita and Eddie:
Gorgeous cottage, wonderful garden, fantastic memories, much needed break relaxing at Holmwood Cottage, Cobblers Cottage is next on the list !
Friday, 2nd of July, 2010, Kamerhe:
A relaxing hide-a-way in beautiful surroundings.
Sunday, 27th of June, 2010, Anne and Cindy:
It is awesome here!
Monday, 21st of June, 2010, Susan:
Wonderful cottage with a really cosy feel. The details of decoration help to transport you away from modern life. Truly relaxing.
Monday, 14th of June, 2010, Sue:
Our stay in the cottage lived up to our expectations and more. The surrounding areas are beautiful and unspoilt, please don't tell anyone else!!
Friday, 4th of June, 2010, Richard, Jodie and Jake:
Absolutely gorgeous, the epitome of the English Country Cottage.
Monday, 24th of May, 2010, Joanne:
This weekend has been a real authentic British Cottage experience and exactly what we wanted, needed and were looking for, we were not dissapointed but totally suprised. Thank you for making our time here comfortable and relaxing one.
Sunday, 9th of May, 2010, Darcy and Fiona:
A beautiful cottage with gardens, in a wonderful area, lots of walks and places to see. The cottage had everything and is very cosy.
Friday, 30th of April, 2010, Andrew and Teresa:
Lovely, well equipped cottage. Cleaners have gone the extra mile, which was much appreciated.
Sunday, 25th of April, 2010, Marian and Clive:
Holmwood is a warm, comfortable, cosy cottage which is suitable for Winter or Summer breaks - it has absolutely evrything you need.
Monday, 19th of April, 2010, Michael:
A delightful cottage, very well maintained and equipped. Kevin our host was extremely friendly and knowledgable, giving us recommendations for walks, local villages, farm shops and restaurants. Very well situated for accessibility for the local area.
Friday, 9th of April, 2010, Hayley:
Had a great day at Dunwich Heath and can certainly recommend the fish and chips on the beach - the kids loved it!
Friday, 26th of March, 2010, Abi:
Lost hours of my life doing a jigsaw and snoozing. Perfect!
Friday, 5th of March, 2010, marina:
Lovely cottage, great location, good walks. Cottage very well equipped!
Friday, 26th of February, 2010, Nick and Holly:
We came to Holmwood cottage to get away from the hectic-ness of inner London for a relaxing weekend and as soon as we arrived we knew we'd come to the right place! Everything was wonderfully warm and cosy, we had everything we could possibly need and the towns and countryside nearby were wonderful. Thank you very much!
Friday, 12th of February, 2010, Adam and Kirstie:
Perfect cottage and a perfect place to unwind!
Monday, 25th of January, 2010, Alyssa:
Lovely cottage...really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you for a wonderful short holiday!
Monday, 18th of January, 2010, Nick:
We have had a lovely weekend in this fantastic cottage, very romantic. I'm sure it would be even better in the summer months! The sheets are very soft, can we take them home??
Sunday, 20th of December, 2009, Jacqui:
A wonderfully charming cottage. Our 2 1/2 year old loved it.
Sunday, 13th of December, 2009, Gemma:
A true home from home! Cute and cosy with lots of lovely touches that make it really special.
Monday, 16th of November, 2009, Lorraine:
As 3 girlies looking to celebrate an end of an era working together due to redundancy, we certainly couldn't have asked for anything more. Quality time spent eating, drinking and reminising in a beautiful period cottage - just perfect.
Saturday, 31st of October, 2009, Anna:
A very cosy home from home where everything has been thought of from a welcome basket to bubble bath! Thank you.
Friday, 23rd of October, 2009, Jonathan:
It was a delight to stay in a cottage so full of character, and with great walks and lovely places for refreshment nearby.
Monday, 19th of October, 2009, Glenn:
We have enjoyed our stay at Holmwood Cottage. It lived up to all our expectations. It was comfortable and quaint. It's a great base for exploring Suffolk and Essex. We would highly recommend it and have to the relatives who live in England.
Monday, 28th of September, 2009, Kris:
Quaint, charming, picturesque and rustic everything a country cottage should be and definately proved to be perfect in every way.
Thursday, 24th of September, 2009, Charlott and Remko:
A true 'thatched cottage' experience.
Monday, 14th of September, 2009, Wick Family:
Superb cottage, very well equipped and comfortable. A very enjoyable place.
Friday, 11th of September, 2009, Laurie and Shirley:
A delightful and well equipped period cottage in lovely rural location for walking and relaxing with our two springers. The welcome and breakfast basket, homemade jam was a nice beginning to a great weeks holiday. Thank you Kevin and another A+ for Grove Cottages. Well recommended.
Friday, 28th of August, 2009, Tim, Paula and Alice:
Thanks for providing absolutely everything we could possibly need in your wonderfully cosy cottage. We're heading back to Yorkshire feeling very refreshed!
Tuesday, 4th of August, 2009, Sandra and Bob:
It was the best equipped and most comfortable cottage we have ever stayed in.
Sunday, 2nd of August, 2009, Kent and Sharon:
We had one good day of weather and one day more 'British'. The cottage was wonderful outside and equally charming as we were contained inside. Very enjoyable - shame it was only 2 days.
Friday, 24th of July, 2009, Rebecca:
Home from home, Dunwich Heath a great family day out with pooch in toe! The low house at Laxfield, an absolute must!
Friday, 24th of July, 2009, Chris:
Beautiful garden, comfortable beds. Well restored cottage.
Monday, 20th of July, 2009, Kim:
Idealic location for a cosy cottage - fantastic garden and wildlife
Friday, 3rd of July, 2009, Leonard and Melita:
Warm, cosy and a wonderful cottage had a great time hope to come back soon.
Friday, 26th of June, 2009, Denise:
We have visited this are previously but staying in this cottage has added another dimension to the enjoyment of our break. Thank you, we will definately be coming back!
Friday, 12th of June, 2009, Alison and Brenda:
We have thoroughly enjoyed staying at Holmwood cottage. It is a delightful cottage, warm, cosy and very comfortable, the furnishings are gorgeous, with lots of attention to detail. The welcome basket was amazing, the bacon out of this world, so much nicer than supermarket fake!
Friday, 12th of June, 2009, Lucy and Iain:
Excellent location for exploring Suffolk. Very comfy and relaxing cottage.
Monday, 8th of June, 2009, Cheryl and Tom:
Holmwood is the perfect picture perfect country cottage including fabulous gardens.
Saturday, 30th of May, 2009, Trudi:
Love Suffolk, Holmwood is just perfect, a dream cottage - gorgeous owner! Welcome basket, 5 wows!
Friday, 29th of May, 2009, Jerry and Beth:
Holmwood cottage far exceeded our expectations. The extra little touches throughout helped make this a brilliant holiday - The Grove Cottages team were helpful, friendly and efficient and made the holiday completely hassle free.
Friday, 22nd of May, 2009, Barbara and Will:
Fabulous thatched character cottage with the quintessential English cottage garden - perfect for exploring the beautiful Suffolk countryside and coast. The farm shops in the area are brilliant, we ate like kings!
Sunday, 17th of May, 2009, Nicola and Peter:
Welcoming and well equiped. Suffolk CC to be commended for its footpath access - a real plus for the area around Grove Cottages.
Sunday, 10th of May, 2009, Ben and Sarah:
We have had a lovely stay. The cottage is very sweet, clean, tidy and well equiped.
Thursday, 30th of April, 2009, Laurie:
Holmwood cottage is a perfect place for a family getaway! Not only is the actual cottage cozy, comfortable and spacious; but the grounds are perfect for youngsters. My two year old stayed outside from the moment he woke up until dark everyday.
Friday, 10th of April, 2009, Joanne:
We enjoyed all the local walks through beautiful countryside, teeming with wildlife.
Friday, 10th of April, 2009, Nellie and Andrew:
Warm and cosy cottage. A very relaxing break for the family, even for the children who are four and six years old.
Friday, 3rd of April, 2009, Claire:
It was really good, I could book for 3/7 rather than the usual 2/7 w/end. Also excellent value!
Monday, 23rd of March, 2009, Hannah:
Thank you for a lovely relaxing wk'end.
Friday, 13th of March, 2009, Tracey:
Holmwood cottage was a little oasis away from the strains of everyday life. Everything was there that are needed and it really felt like a home away from home - all beautifully done.
Friday, 6th of March, 2009, Sam and Gary:
Cottage gorgeous - fantastic walks from the door.
Sunday, 22nd of February, 2009, Alan & Clare:
An absolute treasure; a little sanctuary for a lovey and relaxing weekend.
Sunday, 18th of January, 2009, Lesley & Martin:
Excellent, relaxing weekend break in a lovely 'authentic' cottage
Sunday, 28th of December, 2008, Julie & Trevor:
A splendid Christmas in a very special place
Monday, 15th of December, 2008, Susanne:
Beautiful little cottage with everything we needed on arrival. The bikes were brilliant to have at our disposal and we made good use of the handy map which highlighted all the great pubs, villages, etc.
Friday, 31st of October, 2008, Nicola & Daryl:
A wonderful break. The cottage was "chocolate box" and the location was fantastic. A real chance to recharge batteries and be a proper family for two working parents.
Friday, 24th of October, 2008, Charlotte & Daniel:
We have had a wonderful time exploring the area with the comfort & cosiness of this cottage. We will definitely be spreading the word about our experiences!
Friday, 19th of September, 2008, Peter & Marie Therese:
Our little piece of heaven. Lovely cottage, lovely walks. We all had a lovely time, including the dog!
Friday, 19th of September, 2008, Vivienne:
As we were promised....a home from home. Beautifully decorated and furnished. Loved it! The generosity regarding supplies, standard of furnishings etc outweighs any other cottages we have stayed in and we've done a lot over the years!
Saturday, 30th of August, 2008, Ann:
Holmwood is a beautiful, traditional cottage but with all the modern amenities for a comfortable, cosy holiday. The cottage garden has a great layout and there are plenty of local walks whatever the weather!
Friday, 15th of August, 2008, Gabi, Dave, Paul & Maria:
Grove Cottages provided us with a holiday home that exceeded all our expectations! We will not hesitate to recommend them to our friends & family. Vielen Dank!
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Shirley & family:
Fabulous cottage, tastefully furnished and well equipped. Attention to detail completes the perfect ambiance
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Cathy & friends:
Lovely house, great place for a girl's get away ! Can't wait to come back !
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Suzy:
Fantastic cottage and pretty garden. This has been the best cottage we've ever stayed in; bed very comfy, hot water, lovely garden, etc. Everything was A+ !
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Lucinda:
Fantastic, amazing & wonderful!
Tuesday, 10th of June, 2008, Simon:
Holmwood Cottage delivers everything it promises character, charm and every home comfort with lots of personal touches great!
Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Celia, Kirsty & Alex:
Perfect escape from men and children!
Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Paul:
A charming cottage, full of period character Perfect for a cosy & romantic stay. We had a lovely time & really appreciated the little touches like the welcome basket (Great Bacon ! ) Music playing and heating on when we arrived That made our stay so enjoyable. We would heartily recommend it and will definitely return !
Friday, 25th of April, 2008, Federica & Michele:
We had a great time at Holmwood; we enjoyed the bicycles, cooking, reading in sun! We loved it!!
Friday, 25th of January, 2008, Tim & Catherine:
The attention to detail is excellent from the moment we walked in through the door we felt like it as our home.
Friday, 25th of January, 2008, Joanne:
This is the 3rd Grove Cottage we have stayed in. Up to the usual high standards. Beautifully cosy and warm, lots of great walks. We will be back soon.
Friday, 7th of September, 2007, Sue:
A wonderful haven in which to rest and relax ….. body and soul. Our second visit to Grove Cottages has worked again. This is a lovely comfortable cottage, it is interesting, and a charming place to be. Following our second visit to the Grove cottages we will continue to recommend them to anyone who will listen!!
Saturday, 17th of March, 2007, Patricia:
So pleased to have found this ‘gem’ – have stayed in several holiday cottages – definitely on par with No. 1
Saturday, 17th of February, 2007, Kathleen:
A real home from home- for dogs & humans!
Friday, 29th of December, 2006, Matt & Keely:
We have just had the ‘cosiest’ Christmas here at Holmwood. You cannot fail to relax here, with the wonderful atmosphere. Lazy days in front of the log burner – Perfect!
Sunday, 28th of August, 2005, Jane and John:
We have had a fantastic holiday in what can only be described as this 'perfect' thatched cottage. This beautifully decorated, superbly equipped cottage with such a gorgeous garden was out of this world and I can't praise it enough. So much to see and do in Suffolk. What more can I say?
Saturday, 21st of May, 2005, Guy & Ann (Australia):
This, the third cottage we have rented from Grove Cottages, again reflected the very high standard of accommodation and amenities, which we have experienced before. The best cottage accommodation we have found in the UK.
Monday, 20th of December, 2004, Jonathan & Tamar:
Beautiful beams, old traditional designs, the woody feel, the crisp morning in the country, the soft warm sofas to fall into; a rather magical little retreat surrounded by historical towns. Will definitely come back, and in the meanwhile, please look after the place for us!!
Sunday, 14th of November, 2004, Alex, Rich, Bea & Col:
We have had a wonderful short break at the cottage. It is a beautiful place; warm, cosy and welcoming, lovely linen and great fluffy towels! Having the breakfast basket and bikes on hand are lovely touches. This is a gorgeous cottage with everything we could need.
Friday, 22nd of October, 2004, Carol:
Beautifully presented, clean and cosy and you let us bring our dogs! What a find!
Friday, 10th of September, 2004, The Marron Family:
This little piece of England is everything to the historian, to those in search of something completely enchanting and yet so utterly different; a place where one is truly separated from the run of the mill and the angst of modern living. Outstanding!
Friday, 3rd of September, 2004, Caroline:
Holmwood Cottage is beautiful, as are the gardens. The kitchen is well equipped and most important the beds were comfortable!! We would recommend it to family and friends.
Monday, 30th of August, 2004, Paul & Tina:
What a lovely cottage – We wish all the places we have stayed in were like this! Love the style – Thank you.
Sunday, 27th of June, 2004, Celia, Kirsty & Alex:
Perfect escape from men and children!
Monday, 31st of May, 2004, Pia & Danielle:
Overall a fantastic welcoming cottage. The welcoming basket is a touch of grace! And the rear garden is simply fantastic…. You can use it for breakfast or dinner and you always get the sun! The rooms are very warm and they make you sleep like a baby! Thank you very much.
Picture perfect cottage, beautifully furnished - but mind the beams!
Saturday, 6th of August, 2011, Lynn:
A charming cottage with beautiful country garden - we had a wonderful holiday!
Thursday, 26th of May, 2011, Heather:
You walk through the gate and enter a garden paradise and things just get better from there.
Friday, 29th of April, 2011, Jenny:
We had a nice stay and enjoyed the working.
Friday, 15th of April, 2011, Emily:
Fabulous!
Monday, 11th of April, 2011, Jeremy and Sam:
Wonderful break, very relaxing, wonderful touches with the basket and essentials! A little piece of escapism from the corporate world!! Very clean and tidy and beautiful garden, very wild and herby!!
Friday, 1st of April, 2011, Shawn and Alison:
A perfect character cottage that was a pleasure to stay in, within a lovely area with lots to do for all the family. Thank you once again. Shawn, Ali, William (5) and Edward (2)
Monday, 21st of March, 2011, Christine and Peter:
We would definitely recommend this cottage and would like to return.
Thursday, 3rd of March, 2011, Richard:
Good base to explore. Surrounding area and pubs. Holmwood is small, quaint and perfectly formed.
Monday, 21st of February, 2011, Katy:
Really welcoming, well equipped, comfortable. A real home we could relax in.
Sunday, 23rd of January, 2011, Richard:
Perfect location for a relaxing and romantic weekend getaway.
Sunday, 16th of January, 2011, Charlotte:
Perfect country cottage getaway, amidst beautiful villages, lovely pubs and fantastic walks. A lovely retreat to escape from the real world for a weekend. A great location for our first weekend away together.
Monday, 20th of December, 2010, Martin and Sarah-Jane:
Fantastic cottage, brilliant for a break with the dog as plenty of walks on the doorstep!
Tuesday, 14th of December, 2010, Natasha:
A fantastic short break, just what we needed. Great cottage, home from home. Brilliant location for exploring south Suffolk. We'll be back if you'll have us! The super child friendly stuff was a big bonus!
Monday, 6th of December, 2010, Kate:
We arrived during the coldest, snowiest weekend of the year and the cottage has been as absolute heaven - relaxing, beautiful, cosy and well equipped, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Suffolk looks lovely even on wintery walks, but the cottage is the star of the show.
Sunday, 14th of November, 2010, Tony:
We have just had our 4th visit to a Grove Cottage, it won't be our last. Each short break has been enjoyed immensely. Beautiful, well equipped cottages in lovely countryside.
Sunday, 10th of October, 2010, David and Cynthia:
Superb cosy cottage, ideal base for touring and seeing all the pretty villages.
Sunday, 3rd of October, 2010, Naomi and Richard:
Interior of cottage well presented and well kept. The welcome basket was extremely enjoyable, due to being full of local produce. Electric fire very warm!
Friday, 24th of September, 2010, Gill and Richard:
Four days wasn't long enough....
Friday, 17th of September, 2010, Jacqui, Natasha, Fiona and Vicki:
Really enjoyed our stay. Perfect retreat for a relaxing girls break away. The cottage was everything we'd imagined, well equipped, beautiful surroundings with plenty of character.
Friday, 3rd of September, 2010, Merry:
We had a lovely, peaceful stay in this idyllic country cottage. A true home from home experience.
Friday, 20th of August, 2010, Kevin:
A very well equipped and cosy cottage.
Monday, 9th of August, 2010, Joy:
A perfect place to unwind and enjoy Suffolk food, drink and countryside.
Saturday, 31st of July, 2010, Alan, Alison and Dumble Dog:
Generous host and attention to detail make this a special 'home-from-home'. Excellent, Thank you.
Sunday, 25th of July, 2010, Aileen and Mark:
Lovely cottage in a very interesting part of the country.
Friday, 2nd of July, 2010, Margarita and Eddie:
Gorgeous cottage, wonderful garden, fantastic memories, much needed break relaxing at Holmwood Cottage, Cobblers Cottage is next on the list !
Friday, 2nd of July, 2010, Kamerhe:
A relaxing hide-a-way in beautiful surroundings.
Sunday, 27th of June, 2010, Anne and Cindy:
It is awesome here!
Monday, 21st of June, 2010, Susan:
Wonderful cottage with a really cosy feel. The details of decoration help to transport you away from modern life. Truly relaxing.
Monday, 14th of June, 2010, Sue:
Our stay in the cottage lived up to our expectations and more. The surrounding areas are beautiful and unspoilt, please don't tell anyone else!!
Friday, 4th of June, 2010, Richard, Jodie and Jake:
Absolutely gorgeous, the epitome of the English Country Cottage.
Monday, 24th of May, 2010, Joanne:
This weekend has been a real authentic British Cottage experience and exactly what we wanted, needed and were looking for, we were not dissapointed but totally suprised. Thank you for making our time here comfortable and relaxing one.
Sunday, 9th of May, 2010, Darcy and Fiona:
A beautiful cottage with gardens, in a wonderful area, lots of walks and places to see. The cottage had everything and is very cosy.
Friday, 30th of April, 2010, Andrew and Teresa:
Lovely, well equipped cottage. Cleaners have gone the extra mile, which was much appreciated.
Sunday, 25th of April, 2010, Marian and Clive:
Holmwood is a warm, comfortable, cosy cottage which is suitable for Winter or Summer breaks - it has absolutely evrything you need.
Monday, 19th of April, 2010, Michael:
A delightful cottage, very well maintained and equipped. Kevin our host was extremely friendly and knowledgable, giving us recommendations for walks, local villages, farm shops and restaurants. Very well situated for accessibility for the local area.
Friday, 9th of April, 2010, Hayley:
Had a great day at Dunwich Heath and can certainly recommend the fish and chips on the beach - the kids loved it!
Friday, 26th of March, 2010, Abi:
Lost hours of my life doing a jigsaw and snoozing. Perfect!
Friday, 5th of March, 2010, marina:
Lovely cottage, great location, good walks. Cottage very well equipped!
Friday, 26th of February, 2010, Nick and Holly:
We came to Holmwood cottage to get away from the hectic-ness of inner London for a relaxing weekend and as soon as we arrived we knew we'd come to the right place! Everything was wonderfully warm and cosy, we had everything we could possibly need and the towns and countryside nearby were wonderful. Thank you very much!
Friday, 12th of February, 2010, Adam and Kirstie:
Perfect cottage and a perfect place to unwind!
Monday, 25th of January, 2010, Alyssa:
Lovely cottage...really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you for a wonderful short holiday!
Monday, 18th of January, 2010, Nick:
We have had a lovely weekend in this fantastic cottage, very romantic. I'm sure it would be even better in the summer months! The sheets are very soft, can we take them home??
Sunday, 20th of December, 2009, Jacqui:
A wonderfully charming cottage. Our 2 1/2 year old loved it.
Sunday, 13th of December, 2009, Gemma:
A true home from home! Cute and cosy with lots of lovely touches that make it really special.
Monday, 16th of November, 2009, Lorraine:
As 3 girlies looking to celebrate an end of an era working together due to redundancy, we certainly couldn't have asked for anything more. Quality time spent eating, drinking and reminising in a beautiful period cottage - just perfect.
Saturday, 31st of October, 2009, Anna:
A very cosy home from home where everything has been thought of from a welcome basket to bubble bath! Thank you.
Friday, 23rd of October, 2009, Jonathan:
It was a delight to stay in a cottage so full of character, and with great walks and lovely places for refreshment nearby.
Monday, 19th of October, 2009, Glenn:
We have enjoyed our stay at Holmwood Cottage. It lived up to all our expectations. It was comfortable and quaint. It's a great base for exploring Suffolk and Essex. We would highly recommend it and have to the relatives who live in England.
Monday, 28th of September, 2009, Kris:
Quaint, charming, picturesque and rustic everything a country cottage should be and definately proved to be perfect in every way.
Thursday, 24th of September, 2009, Charlott and Remko:
A true 'thatched cottage' experience.
Monday, 14th of September, 2009, Wick Family:
Superb cottage, very well equipped and comfortable. A very enjoyable place.
Friday, 11th of September, 2009, Laurie and Shirley:
A delightful and well equipped period cottage in lovely rural location for walking and relaxing with our two springers. The welcome and breakfast basket, homemade jam was a nice beginning to a great weeks holiday. Thank you Kevin and another A+ for Grove Cottages. Well recommended.
Friday, 28th of August, 2009, Tim, Paula and Alice:
Thanks for providing absolutely everything we could possibly need in your wonderfully cosy cottage. We're heading back to Yorkshire feeling very refreshed!
Tuesday, 4th of August, 2009, Sandra and Bob:
It was the best equipped and most comfortable cottage we have ever stayed in.
Sunday, 2nd of August, 2009, Kent and Sharon:
We had one good day of weather and one day more 'British'. The cottage was wonderful outside and equally charming as we were contained inside. Very enjoyable - shame it was only 2 days.
Friday, 24th of July, 2009, Rebecca:
Home from home, Dunwich Heath a great family day out with pooch in toe! The low house at Laxfield, an absolute must!
Friday, 24th of July, 2009, Chris:
Beautiful garden, comfortable beds. Well restored cottage.
Monday, 20th of July, 2009, Kim:
Idealic location for a cosy cottage - fantastic garden and wildlife
Friday, 3rd of July, 2009, Leonard and Melita:
Warm, cosy and a wonderful cottage had a great time hope to come back soon.
Friday, 26th of June, 2009, Denise:
We have visited this are previously but staying in this cottage has added another dimension to the enjoyment of our break. Thank you, we will definately be coming back!
Friday, 12th of June, 2009, Alison and Brenda:
We have thoroughly enjoyed staying at Holmwood cottage. It is a delightful cottage, warm, cosy and very comfortable, the furnishings are gorgeous, with lots of attention to detail. The welcome basket was amazing, the bacon out of this world, so much nicer than supermarket fake!
Friday, 12th of June, 2009, Lucy and Iain:
Excellent location for exploring Suffolk. Very comfy and relaxing cottage.
Monday, 8th of June, 2009, Cheryl and Tom:
Holmwood is the perfect picture perfect country cottage including fabulous gardens.
Saturday, 30th of May, 2009, Trudi:
Love Suffolk, Holmwood is just perfect, a dream cottage - gorgeous owner! Welcome basket, 5 wows!
Friday, 29th of May, 2009, Jerry and Beth:
Holmwood cottage far exceeded our expectations. The extra little touches throughout helped make this a brilliant holiday - The Grove Cottages team were helpful, friendly and efficient and made the holiday completely hassle free.
Friday, 22nd of May, 2009, Barbara and Will:
Fabulous thatched character cottage with the quintessential English cottage garden - perfect for exploring the beautiful Suffolk countryside and coast. The farm shops in the area are brilliant, we ate like kings!
Sunday, 17th of May, 2009, Nicola and Peter:
Welcoming and well equiped. Suffolk CC to be commended for its footpath access - a real plus for the area around Grove Cottages.
Sunday, 10th of May, 2009, Ben and Sarah:
We have had a lovely stay. The cottage is very sweet, clean, tidy and well equiped.
Thursday, 30th of April, 2009, Laurie:
Holmwood cottage is a perfect place for a family getaway! Not only is the actual cottage cozy, comfortable and spacious; but the grounds are perfect for youngsters. My two year old stayed outside from the moment he woke up until dark everyday.
Friday, 10th of April, 2009, Joanne:
We enjoyed all the local walks through beautiful countryside, teeming with wildlife.
Friday, 10th of April, 2009, Nellie and Andrew:
Warm and cosy cottage. A very relaxing break for the family, even for the children who are four and six years old.
Friday, 3rd of April, 2009, Claire:
It was really good, I could book for 3/7 rather than the usual 2/7 w/end. Also excellent value!
Monday, 23rd of March, 2009, Hannah:
Thank you for a lovely relaxing wk'end.
Friday, 13th of March, 2009, Tracey:
Holmwood cottage was a little oasis away from the strains of everyday life. Everything was there that are needed and it really felt like a home away from home - all beautifully done.
Friday, 6th of March, 2009, Sam and Gary:
Cottage gorgeous - fantastic walks from the door.
Sunday, 22nd of February, 2009, Alan & Clare:
An absolute treasure; a little sanctuary for a lovey and relaxing weekend.
Sunday, 18th of January, 2009, Lesley & Martin:
Excellent, relaxing weekend break in a lovely 'authentic' cottage
Sunday, 28th of December, 2008, Julie & Trevor:
A splendid Christmas in a very special place
Monday, 15th of December, 2008, Susanne:
Beautiful little cottage with everything we needed on arrival. The bikes were brilliant to have at our disposal and we made good use of the handy map which highlighted all the great pubs, villages, etc.
Friday, 31st of October, 2008, Nicola & Daryl:
A wonderful break. The cottage was "chocolate box" and the location was fantastic. A real chance to recharge batteries and be a proper family for two working parents.
Friday, 24th of October, 2008, Charlotte & Daniel:
We have had a wonderful time exploring the area with the comfort & cosiness of this cottage. We will definitely be spreading the word about our experiences!
Friday, 19th of September, 2008, Peter & Marie Therese:
Our little piece of heaven. Lovely cottage, lovely walks. We all had a lovely time, including the dog!
Friday, 19th of September, 2008, Vivienne:
As we were promised....a home from home. Beautifully decorated and furnished. Loved it! The generosity regarding supplies, standard of furnishings etc outweighs any other cottages we have stayed in and we've done a lot over the years!
Saturday, 30th of August, 2008, Ann:
Holmwood is a beautiful, traditional cottage but with all the modern amenities for a comfortable, cosy holiday. The cottage garden has a great layout and there are plenty of local walks whatever the weather!
Friday, 15th of August, 2008, Gabi, Dave, Paul & Maria:
Grove Cottages provided us with a holiday home that exceeded all our expectations! We will not hesitate to recommend them to our friends & family. Vielen Dank!
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Shirley & family:
Fabulous cottage, tastefully furnished and well equipped. Attention to detail completes the perfect ambiance
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Cathy & friends:
Lovely house, great place for a girl's get away ! Can't wait to come back !
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Suzy:
Fantastic cottage and pretty garden. This has been the best cottage we've ever stayed in; bed very comfy, hot water, lovely garden, etc. Everything was A+ !
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Lucinda:
Fantastic, amazing & wonderful!
Tuesday, 10th of June, 2008, Simon:
Holmwood Cottage delivers everything it promises character, charm and every home comfort with lots of personal touches great!
Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Celia, Kirsty & Alex:
Perfect escape from men and children!
Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Paul:
A charming cottage, full of period character Perfect for a cosy & romantic stay. We had a lovely time & really appreciated the little touches like the welcome basket (Great Bacon ! ) Music playing and heating on when we arrived That made our stay so enjoyable. We would heartily recommend it and will definitely return !
Friday, 25th of April, 2008, Federica & Michele:
We had a great time at Holmwood; we enjoyed the bicycles, cooking, reading in sun! We loved it!!
Friday, 25th of January, 2008, Tim & Catherine:
The attention to detail is excellent from the moment we walked in through the door we felt like it as our home.
Friday, 25th of January, 2008, Joanne:
This is the 3rd Grove Cottage we have stayed in. Up to the usual high standards. Beautifully cosy and warm, lots of great walks. We will be back soon.
Friday, 7th of September, 2007, Sue:
A wonderful haven in which to rest and relax ….. body and soul. Our second visit to Grove Cottages has worked again. This is a lovely comfortable cottage, it is interesting, and a charming place to be. Following our second visit to the Grove cottages we will continue to recommend them to anyone who will listen!!
Saturday, 17th of March, 2007, Patricia:
So pleased to have found this ‘gem’ – have stayed in several holiday cottages – definitely on par with No. 1
Saturday, 17th of February, 2007, Kathleen:
A real home from home- for dogs & humans!
Friday, 29th of December, 2006, Matt & Keely:
We have just had the ‘cosiest’ Christmas here at Holmwood. You cannot fail to relax here, with the wonderful atmosphere. Lazy days in front of the log burner – Perfect!
Sunday, 28th of August, 2005, Jane and John:
We have had a fantastic holiday in what can only be described as this 'perfect' thatched cottage. This beautifully decorated, superbly equipped cottage with such a gorgeous garden was out of this world and I can't praise it enough. So much to see and do in Suffolk. What more can I say?
Saturday, 21st of May, 2005, Guy & Ann (Australia):
This, the third cottage we have rented from Grove Cottages, again reflected the very high standard of accommodation and amenities, which we have experienced before. The best cottage accommodation we have found in the UK.
Monday, 20th of December, 2004, Jonathan & Tamar:
Beautiful beams, old traditional designs, the woody feel, the crisp morning in the country, the soft warm sofas to fall into; a rather magical little retreat surrounded by historical towns. Will definitely come back, and in the meanwhile, please look after the place for us!!
Sunday, 14th of November, 2004, Alex, Rich, Bea & Col:
We have had a wonderful short break at the cottage. It is a beautiful place; warm, cosy and welcoming, lovely linen and great fluffy towels! Having the breakfast basket and bikes on hand are lovely touches. This is a gorgeous cottage with everything we could need.
Friday, 22nd of October, 2004, Carol:
Beautifully presented, clean and cosy and you let us bring our dogs! What a find!
Friday, 10th of September, 2004, The Marron Family:
This little piece of England is everything to the historian, to those in search of something completely enchanting and yet so utterly different; a place where one is truly separated from the run of the mill and the angst of modern living. Outstanding!
Friday, 3rd of September, 2004, Caroline:
Holmwood Cottage is beautiful, as are the gardens. The kitchen is well equipped and most important the beds were comfortable!! We would recommend it to family and friends.
Monday, 30th of August, 2004, Paul & Tina:
What a lovely cottage – We wish all the places we have stayed in were like this! Love the style – Thank you.
Sunday, 27th of June, 2004, Celia, Kirsty & Alex:
Perfect escape from men and children!
Monday, 31st of May, 2004, Pia & Danielle:
Overall a fantastic welcoming cottage. The welcoming basket is a touch of grace! And the rear garden is simply fantastic…. You can use it for breakfast or dinner and you always get the sun! The rooms are very warm and they make you sleep like a baby! Thank you very much.
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