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Details Sleeps: 2 Changeover: Monday & Friday  Rooms: 1 double Length of stays: 2,3,4 or 7 nights Price: from £271 to £377 for 2 nights break Children allowed: None Babies allowed: One, sleeping in travel cot Dogs Welcome: 2 Medium Dogs accepted, Dog charges apply

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Checklist

	Open Christmas / New Year		Central heating		Television		Telephone
	Secure Garden		Barbeque		DVD player		Cooker and hob
	Off road parking		1 bathroom		CD player		Washing machine
	Secure storage for bikes		Shower over Bath		Bed linen provided		Clothes dryer
	Bikes provided		Microwave		Towels provided		Clothes airer / washing line
	Ground floor bedroom		Fridge		Breakfast basket provided
	Ground floor bathrooom		Freezer / compartment		Basics of tea, coffee, sugar provided
	Open fire		Iron and Board		Internet Access

Cobblers Cottage was built in about 1420 but it was not until April 2003 when Sara and Kevin started the ambitious project of restoring a derelict village cottage that a rare and historically important artisan’s hall house was uncovered. A historical survey commissioned by an eminent architectural historian is on view in the cottage.

Lovingly and meticulously restored using traditional materials and original techniques Cobblers Cottage transports you back to medieval England with out depriving you of modern comfort.

Nayland is an idyllic Suffolk village with a riverside pub, great restaurant, good village shops, beautiful countryside for walking and exploring and easy travel access.

Situated on Stoke Road, Cobblers Cottage has off road parking for one car.

You enter to be welcomed by a homely cottage kitchen with traditional flagstone floor and dining area for four. Fully equipped, the kitchen includes a large gas and electric range cooker, microwave and dishwasher.

Leading off from the kitchen is a large sunny lobby with a massive mullion window overlooking an enclosed terraced garden. A stable door opens onto a patio area with garden furniture and barbecue.

There is also a cloakroom/utility room with washer/dryer and Belfast sink.

The sitting room is dominated by a wealth of exposed beams and the fantastic original ‘working’ inglenook fireplace. There is a huge Knoll sofa, which allows you to curl up and relax in front of the fire. The room is carefully furnished with antiques, Persian textiles and carpets on a Suffolk brick floor. Discreetly concealed is a LCD TV, DVD played and CD stereo.

Off from the sitting room is a small library tucked under the stairs.

You ascend the narrow winding staircase into a medieval vaulted ceiling bedchamber with a massive arched tie beam and fine octagonal crown post. (Uniquely this impressive crown post has been re-used from an earlier building of the mid 14th century). Part the drapes at the top of the stairs and you enter a romantic bedroom of medieval splendour. Furnished with a fine antique bed and French armoire the room is decorated with lime wash of the original colour and sumptuous fabrics.

Through oak panelling you enter a traditional bathroom containing rolled top slipper bath with shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail all under a vaulted-tented ceiling.

Cobblers Cottage is truly a unique place to spend time and relax.

Well behaved pets are always welcome, please refer to this web page  All About Bringing Pets  for charges and how this cottage may suit your pet.

Pets are welcome (by arrangement) and all prices include Vat, towels, linen, heating, and a generous ‘Proper English Breakfast’ Welcome Pack. Bikes are freely available and the South Suffolk Cycle Route runs past the house.

Cobblers Cottage is a complete little home and facilities include modern heating, TV, DVD, CD, books, games, guides, our special Local Information folder and a fully equipped kitchen including modern cooking range, microwave, washing machine and dryer –there are basics like sugar, fresh coffee, etc etc always stocked. It also has a travel cot and high chair.

We kindly ask smokers not to smoke in the cottage, thank you.

This is an outstandingly beautiful Cottage restored perfectly back to it's origins. situated in a lovely tiny village with beautiful walks into the countryside straight from the cottage.

                          

Photo taken in Snow Cottage

We can now offer you the hedonistic enjoyment of a really            While you are staying with us why not have a special                  Graeme Cavey is a local naturlist who would be very
lovely massage in this cottage, please click this link for                 treat and go Sailing for the day.                                                        happy to include you on his nature walks.
more information.  Click for Massage info                                          Click for days out sailing                                                                    Click for Guided Nature Walks
 

 

About Nayland

Nayland is a very picturesque tiny village on the River Stour, there are lovely walks straight from the cottage onto the Pilgrims Way, you can see large pictures of this walk if you click the thumbnails on the Gallery  Album above

 

One of Naylands pubs was recently on TV  as it grows all its own food: from Beef to Salad and just about everything in between. The pub is called The Anchor and is on the edge of the Village on the River, just a 5 minute stroll from Cobblers Cottage.

The Pub also has a smoke House which the chef uses to very good effect !

I quite often use the portage point on the river here to launch my canoes from.

Above are some photos I took in October 2008 

In Charles Dickens's days, boys living in Scotland and here in East Anglia would be allowed to leave boarding school a day early because it took so long to get back home to those places.

Even though we are just 60 miles from London, this area was always very inaccessible and remained so until very recent times.

Now the local mainline train journey to London is a mere 45 minutes and a car journey takes about an hour and a half.

But still Suffolk has retained an unusually strong independent rural atmosphere and one of the great joys of the area are the beautiful little hamlets that even locals get lost getting to though the meandering 'spiders web' of tiny lanes and byroads. Many of these villages are wonderfully preserved in their medieval origins, our local village of Lavenham being a fantastic example.

The area is very rich in History from the Saxon treasure of Sutton Hoo and the rebel Queen Boadicea who defeated the Romans, right up to the many expeditions of Settlers leaving for America - in fact the First Governor of Massachusetts came from this tiny hamlet of Edwardstone when I am based at The Old Grove Farm.

The landscape and the Architectural beauty of the area has long inspired Artists to work and move here. The greatest English landscape painter John Constable painted all his famous masterpieces along the Stour which is just 5 miles from The Grove Cottages. His work undoubtedly created this landscape as the quintessential English Landscape, which is one reason why visitors to the area feel so at home.

Flatford Mill where many of Constables most well known works of art such as 'The Haywain' were painted is now a National Trust area devoted to this artist and preserving his memory and the area he made so famous.

The Great Portrait painter Thomas Gainsborough lived in Sudbury which is the closest town to us and it is a real pleasure to visit his home which is now a very interesting museum and exciting showplace for local artists and events, it also has a wonderful print making workshop where courses on all kinds of printmaking are constantly held and very much sought after.

The great artist Sir Alfred Munnings, famous for his portraits of Rural Suffolk Life lived and had his studio close to the river Stour at Dedham and these are now an interesting museum devoted to him and his works of art.

For more information, please visit: my  'What to Do' Web Pages where I have an extensive insiders guide to South Suffolk

Above are a few photos I took around the area of Lavenham, Long Melford and Polsted - The seaside is at Aldeburgh which is a totally unspoilt seaside village, famous for its Arts events and good food - it is about 50 minutes from Lavenham.

 
Below is a recent article about the Suffolk Coast

Joanna Symons, Telegraph Travel Newspaper January 2nd 2010.

'Popular though the Lake District and West Country are as tourist destinations, they can be rather damp. If you want to reduce the risk of a rainy holiday, statistics show that you should head east.

Suffolk for instance, had only about a third as much rainfall as the Lake District last summer. It also happens to have one of the loveliest stretches of coastline in Britain.


The Met office regional statistics per annum.

                        The Lake District             Suffolk

Rain fall         2300 - 3900mm          600 - 660 mm

 

Monday, 24th of May, 2010, Len and Margaret:
A very comfortable cottage with a dog friendly garden in a very pleasant village. Great dog walks and everybody was friendly.

Friday, 21st of May, 2010, Ruth:
An absolutely beautiful cottage in a wonderful setting. We didn't get to use the fabulous fire because of lovely weather, but this cottage would be equally perfect in cold weather, as it is in hot.

Friday, 14th of May, 2010, Ian and Jane:
How sensitively you have breathed life back into this place. It now evokes the generations that have dwelt here in bygone centuries. It was wondeful to follow in their steps if only for a few days.

Monday, 5th of April, 2010, Doug and Camilla:
Upon arriving here it immediately felt like the cottage was a labour of love that we were lucky enough to enjoy. It is beautifully laid out with wonderful attention to the details. A cosy and soothing space to effortlessly relax surrounded by stunning countryside and an enchanting village. Thank you.

Friday, 26th of March, 2010, Jon and Donna:
Please buy more cottages and create other magical places like Cobblers.

Friday, 26th of March, 2010, Lorraine:
Fantastic having bikes - used them a lot.

Sunday, 21st of March, 2010, Jessica:
An absolutely beautiful cottage - perfect for a relaxing weekend out of the city. Enjoyed exploring the local walks, bike rides and local pubs!!

Monday, 15th of March, 2010, Lydia and Ian:
Will soon be moving into Cobblers Cottage, what a little gem. Light the fire and the candles, leave the 21st Century and step back a few hundred years.

Sunday, 7th of March, 2010, Steven and Aislinn:
We spent the most lovely and relaxing weekend at Cobblers Cottage. It was everything we were expecting and more. Another stay will be booked as soon as we get back home! Thank you!

Sunday, 28th of February, 2010, Kos and Hayley:
We were very impressed with this gorgeous aged cottage which was both romantic and very comfortable whilst always keeping the charm of the dwelling. For us the crown jewel of Suffolk and a must for all who are looking to forget your worries and reignite the flames of passion.

Friday, 26th of February, 2010, Geoff:
Beautiful cottage, fantastic place, relaxation all the way!

Monday, 15th of February, 2010, Katie and Neil:
What a wonderful holiday cottage, like stepping back in time but with all modern comforts, very romantic. great pubs in neaarby Stoke-by-Nayland.

Thursday, 28th of January, 2010, Gillian and Des:
W have enjoyed a short holiday in a unique historic cottage within a lovely old village.

Monday, 25th of January, 2010, Natasha and Bradley:
The most gorgeous place we have ever stayed. Every detail has been thought of. We can't wait to come back!

Monday, 25th of January, 2010, Natasha and Bradley:
The most gorgeous place we have ever stayed. Every detail has been thought of. We can't wait to come back!

Friday, 1st of January, 2010, Ben:
The most charming cosy cottage possible.

Monday, 21st of December, 2009, Philip and Fiona:
Thoroughly enjoyed our few days away in this delightful cottage - 'home from home'

Monday, 21st of December, 2009, Damien and Chantal:
A fabulous winter wonderland. Very romantic and cosy. Nayland is a pretty village with excellent walks from the door and amazing 'foodie pub' The Anchor! A must visit.

Friday, 18th of December, 2009, Seema:
Oh Cobblers cottage on Stoke road Cosy and romantic only in Suffolk All I can say is that is something worth seeing. Magic and bliss that we'll definately be missing....

Monday, 14th of December, 2009, Julia:
Magical!

Monday, 30th of November, 2009, Nicholas and Rowena:
A wonderfully relaxing place to get away from it all.

Friday, 20th of November, 2009, Janet:
Absolutely beautiful cottage full of character. Olde worlde charm but with all mod-cons. Our dog enjoyed himself too!

Friday, 6th of November, 2009, Martin:
Fabulous place. Absolutely loved it!

Sunday, 1st of November, 2009, Joanna and Andrew:
A beautifully kept cottage, the perfect place for a relaxing break. The log fire was lovely and the owners have thought of eveything. We loved it here.

Tuesday, 20th of October, 2009, Lorraine:
The infusion of history throughout the main cottage is palpable. A special place in a great area.

Friday, 16th of October, 2009, David and Caroline:
Fabulous cottage. Thank you Sara and Kevin for a wonderful week.

Friday, 16th of October, 2009, Gianni and Rosanna:
A delightful, cosy, beautiful cottage - it far exceeded any expectations we had. We've had a wonderful few days here and are sad to be leaving. Hopefully we'll be back soon !

Friday, 25th of September, 2009, Joanne and Graham:
Really relaxing and comfortable place to stay. Sara and Kevin have provided for everything.

Wednesday, 23rd of September, 2009, Barry and Sue:
A really cosy, comfortable cottage just right to unwind and relax. Stayed a week but felt much longer - just wish it could have been! Lots of lovely places to visit with beautiful cottages to admire on route !

Friday, 17th of July, 2009, Sam and Stuart:
Superbly atmosphereric cottage. Excellent facilities and meticulous attention to detail, highly recommended for couples seeking a romantic getaway.

Saturday, 4th of July, 2009, Beverley and Gary:
A real escape from the reality. Tranquility and bliss at their best.

Monday, 29th of June, 2009, Diane:
It's nice to see what Sara and Kevin have done to the cottage as I am the great niece of Frank Page, the previous owner of the Cobbler!

Thursday, 4th of June, 2009, Maxine and Michael:
An extremely romantic cottage, just right for our honeymoon. A lovely 'getaway from it all' place to stay. We will be recommending it to friendls.

Tuesday, 19th of May, 2009, Francesca:
Lovely relaxing time - charming little cottage with really thoughtful owners. Pretty garden.

Saturday, 16th of May, 2009, Chris and Rosi:
Beautiful period cottage set in quaint peaceful village - 21st century comfort, a delight.

Wednesday, 6th of May, 2009, Martha and Douglas:
Cobblers cottage is a beautifully redone, adorable cottage. The garden is lovely and the cottage itself is wonderful.

Monday, 20th of April, 2009, David:
Perfect cottage, beautiful garden and the Suffolk countryside was just magical. We have loved our break away from it all!

Sunday, 19th of April, 2009, Lisa and Steve:
Wonderful cottage - excellently presented, really enjoyed our stay.

Friday, 17th of April, 2009, Nathalie:
Everything about this cottage is pleasing to the senses - a perfect place to hide from the world and truely rest.

Friday, 10th of April, 2009, Emma:
The owners have done a wonderful and comprehensive job of facilitating a perfectly relaxing and peaceful country holiday.

Friday, 3rd of April, 2009, Sheryle and Brian:
If you are looking for something a little different, and have come to a dead end looking for nice country cottages to stay in. Then Cobblers is the one for you. It will be like no other.

Tuesday, 24th of March, 2009, Nigel and Heather:
Thoroughly enjoyable, lovely touches like the breakfast basket, cottage beautiful and cosy, a lot of thought has gone into making Cobblers cottage a wonderful place to stay.

Friday, 20th of March, 2009, Maureen and Doug:
The cottage lived up to our expectations and more than we could have wished for. Attention to detail regerding guests' comfort left nothing to be desired. Fascinating to read all about the history of 'Cobblers' and the sympathetic restoration carried out by Kevin and Sara. A dream break for us with lovley walks.

Friday, 13th of March, 2009, Charlie and Kathy:
A very sensitive and imaginative restoration makes for an idyllic stay in this remarkable cottage.

Friday, 6th of March, 2009, Elizabeth and Tim:
Happy to recommend this cottage to anyone - for cosiness, warmth, atmosphere, area - the ideal country break

Monday, 2nd of March, 2009, Danielle & Toby:
Wonderful, unique experience. Definitely going to come back again in the summer!!

Saturday, 28th of February, 2009, Sam:
We needed somewhere to unwind and relax. Cobblers Cottage gave us this and Much More. Very Quiet, Romantic and Welcoming.

Monday, 16th of February, 2009, Katie:
Amazed at how beautiful the cottage is. We do not actually want to go home! Sara and Kevin have put a lot of love and care into Cobblers. Would suggest this cottage to anyone who wants a peaceful weekend away!

Friday, 13th of February, 2009, Patrick & Shelia:
Delightful, warm, cosy cottage with wonderful log fire. An ideal winter hideaway. Beautifully furnished and with many thoughtful touches. Thank You!

Monday, 19th of January, 2009, Sara-Jayne:
Heaven!! The most lovingly restored cottage imaginable, with a wealth of interesting objects to discover throughout - the attention to detail is second to none.

Monday, 12th of January, 2009, Candy & Drew:
Outstanding! Love It! We will be back!

Monday, 15th of December, 2008, Sadie:
A very special place, 5 star luxury in a cottage all to ourselves

Monday, 1st of December, 2008, Emma & Anthony:
Fabulous week, great cottage with everything you could need - so sad to go home!

Monday, 24th of November, 2008, Kate & Patrick:
Everything we wanted...warm, relaxing, cosy & romantic. So Wonderful! Thank You

Monday, 27th of October, 2008, Christine:
Extremely cosy & beautifully furnished cottage. Everything is as the website led us to believe and more. A really beautiful find.

Friday, 15th of August, 2008, Heidi & Neville:
Cobblers was perfect down to the last detail - the cottage itself is awesome, the lengths that Sara & Kevin have gone to, to ensure an idyllic break in a fantastic location are quite over & above what we expect from Cottage holidays. They certainly have gone 'the extra mile' Eloise came to welcome us and should be given a gold star - what a lovely young lady she is.

Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Mary & Ian:
We have enjoyed ourselves very much; great walking for the dog, so much so she hid under the table when we put out shoes on!

Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Claire:
Cobblers Cottage is a wonderful getaway, unique in character and fully equipped as a lovely home for a holiday.

Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Simon:
Absolutely perfect! The moment we set foot inside, we knew it was going to be great. Attention to detail has been lovingly thought about. All the modern amenities you need with the character of the cottage left perfectly intact.

Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Carolyn & Andrew:
Beautiful cottage & location with such wonderful walks, locally sourced produce & great pubs nearby; our carbon footprint was reduced to a tiptoe!

Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Ray & Heather:
If every a cottage has a wow factor, then Cobblers Cottage certainly has it  from the dreamy bedroom to the Bonios left for our dog, everything has been so thought out. We consider ourselves so fortunate to have stayed here. Thank you.

Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Katie:
From the minute you enter the door you enter a different world. Ultimate relaxation in superbly cosy surroundings. Breathtaking ! Well done!

Wednesday, 4th of June, 2008, Brian & Mary:
We found the cottage and garden enchanting. The surrounding countryside was peaceful and the walks were wonderful. It is so lovely to be able to be able to stand in a field and hear nothing but the birds and the wind in the trees.

Tuesday, 3rd of June, 2008, Vincent:
Cobbler's Cottage is so peaceful, could not believe different bird songs in the garden; it was like sitting in an aviary! Great place, thank you!

Friday, 25th of April, 2008, Bob & Jillian:
We could not have had a more true experience of England on our five week visit from Australia. Cobber’s Cottage was a wonderful attraction in itself, but for us, a home as well. Thank you!

Monday, 31st of March, 2008, Neal & Claire:
A fabulous, dream cottage in a beautiful part of the country

Friday, 28th of March, 2008, Adrian & Debbie:
If you need to get back to the basic value of life, come to Cobblers Cottage; appreciate beauty of surroundings, cottage environment and the Suffolk people.

Monday, 28th of January, 2008, David:
Cute, Cosy & Convenient!

Friday, 25th of January, 2008, David:
All mod cons in a medieval setting. Beautiful village and excellent food. Highly recommended. Cobblers completes the magic of Suffolk everything lived up to expectations.

Friday, 25th of January, 2008, Anne:
I loved it. I have walked for hours each day.

Sunday, 20th of January, 2008, Cheryl & Robert:
Pound Cottage is beautiful. The comfort and décor was finished to an excellent standard with creature comforts at your fingertips. Thank you.

Friday, 4th of January, 2008, Jane:
Pound cottage has been beautifully restored with lots of loving touches that make you feel very welcome. A perfect retreat - Lavenham and the fabulous surrounding Suffolk countryside.

Friday, 14th of December, 2007, John H:
Such a beautiful cottage and surrounding area. It was so nice inside that it made the task of proposing a bit cosier. She said yes! All made for an amazing story.

Monday, 10th of December, 2007, Liane & Andrew:
There is something magical and romantic about it; we will definitely be back!

Monday, 10th of December, 2007, Maurice:
A really nice, well equipped cottage in a very good location. We had a very pleasant stay here and will come again. This is the sixth cottage we’ve had in Lavenham and undoubtedly the best.

Sunday, 30th of September, 2007, Katie:
From the minute you enter the door you enter a different world. Ultimate relaxation in superbly cosy surroundings. Breathtaking ! Well done!

Friday, 14th of September, 2007, Brian & Mary:
We found the cottage and garden enchanting . The surrounding countryside was peaceful and the walks were wonderful. It is so lovely to be able to be able to stand in a field and hear nothing but the birds and the wind in the trees.

Sunday, 20th of May, 2007, Julie Ann & Joseph:
I have lost count how many visits we have made with Grove Farm Cottages – we are old time customers who just love the ambiance, the area, friendly locals and superb high quality cottages. Thank You all again.

Friday, 6th of October, 2006, Neil & Fiona:
It’s amazing how you provided everything, for a fantastic break away from all the stresses of life……..are you mind readers?

Friday, 30th of December, 2005, Judy:
Gorgeous! Ultimate romantic hideaway!...

Friday, 12th of August, 2005, Jeremy & Claudia:
A truly magical place! From the moment we arrived, I just thought “I want to move in”. We had such a wonderful weekend. Thanks a million.

Sunday, 24th of July, 2005, Ray & Heather:
If every a cottage has a “wow” factor, then Cobblers Cottage certainly has it – from the dreamy bedroom to the Bonio’s left for our dog, everything has been so thought out. We consider ourselves so fortunate to have stayed here. Thank you.

Sunday, 19th of June, 2005, Matt and Belinda:
A wonderful and charming cottage, which is the perfect bolthole from the stresses and strains of modern life. Many Thanks.

Friday, 6th of May, 2005, Debbie & Matt:
Perfect. Perfect. Perfect. We are the Cosy-Cottage Connoisseur & this ticks All the boxes. A slice of quintessential Old England - Wonderful! This is quite possibly the loveliest Holiday we’ve ever had! without a doubt we shall be back.

Friday, 15th of April, 2005, Bev:
Wonderful luxury. Sara and Kevin have worked, very hard to produce this five star holiday cottage.

Sunday, 3rd of April, 2005, Alexandra:
“One of the best holiday cottages I’ve even seen”. Alex; Travel Author and Holiday Cottage Journalist

Monday, 28th of March, 2005, Mark & Jeanie:
Romance with a capital “R”. A beautifully renovated cottage, located in a lovely rural village with superb eating places, within easy walking distance. Cobblers Cottage is a romantic retreat we can highly recommend – book it and see for yourself!!