The Old Reading Room - Sleeps 2
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About the cottage
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Checklist
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Open Christmas / New Year | |
Central heating | |
19" LCD Television |  |
Telephone |
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Courtyard only | |
Barbeque | |
DVD player | |
Cooker and hob |
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Off road parking | |
1 bathroom | |
CD player | |
Washing machine |
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Secure storage for bikes | |
Shower | |
Bed linen provided | |
Clothes dryer |
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Bikes provided | |
Microwave | |
Towels provided | |
Clothes airer / washing line |
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Ground floor bedroom | |
Fridge | |
Breakfast basket provided | ||
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Ground floor bathrooom | |
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Open fire | |
Iron and Board | |
Internet can be accessed at local pub* |
In the picture above, The Old Reading Room is just opposite where the 4x4 is parked in the heart of Kersey.
This lovely little cottage is an absolute perfect getaway from hectic city life.
Kersey without doubt the prettiest tiny village in Suffolk: you can see most of it in the 2 pictures above !
The Old Reading Room is close to 'The Splash' where the stream runs over 'The Street', on the other side is one of our favourite Pubs: The Bell, always a great place to visit if you want to enjoy a big log fire, a good pint and some decent uncomplicated food.
The Old Reading Rooms is a great place to stay in if you want to enjoy the English Rural idyll: beautiful walks straight from your cottage, fairytale hamlet, wonderful pub and historic tiny villages all the way up and down the river valleys.
The Main room where the Breakfast bar, big sofas and open log fire is, used to originally be the village bake house and you can still see the wonderful array of ancient ovens in the wall including an unusual trolley system for loading the ovens.
Upstairs there is a lovely bright bedroom again with an open log fire - just how romantic do you want a place to be - and a neat little shower bathroom.
There is a tiny but sunny little patio at the back, enough for breakfast in the sun and we provide bikes for guests to enjoy the South Suffolk Cycle Route that passes in front of the Cottage.
We are happy to accept pets in this cottage.
Change-over days are Friday, Sunday and Monday's.
All prices include vat, towels, soap, linen, heating, a 'Proper English Breakfast' welcome pack and a supply of breakfast basics like real coffee and tea etc.
The cottage is a complete little home and facilities include modern heating, TV, DVD player, books, games and a fully equipped kitchen including electric hob and oven and a microwave.
A travel cot is provided for babies (please bring your own bedding)
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.
This is a very romantic little cottage in a very special location, ideal for walking, cycling or just cuddling up on the sofa and staring into the log fire.
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
*Internet can be accessed at The Ram, 5 Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DL
About Local Area
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Kersey is Suffolks most famous tiny hamlet, it is completely unspoilt and nestles in a steep little river valley with beautiful walks along Kersey Vale in both directions. You can throw a ball into open fields from any position in Kersey, it is that small !
And it has a smashing village pub with good food and a roaring log fire in the winter. Dogs and walkers are Welcome !
About Suffolk
These are some images of the countryside and tiny unspoilt vilages around Lavenham
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 Bodicea 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
Here are a few photos I took around the area of Lavenham, Long Melford and Polsted - The seaside is at Aldeburgh which is a totaly unspoilt seaside village, famous for its Arts events and good food - it is about 50 minutes from Lavenham.
Kentwell Hall is just 7 minutes away and open to visitors, it is famous for it's Medieval Re-enactments. There are lovely walks around the little lanes and tracks that criss cross the countryside. There are 2 lovely hamlets close to Lavenham, Polstead and Chelsworth and the bluebell walks at Polstead - Hiya Reuben (my grandson) Aldeburgh is part of the pretty Suffolk coast, a lovely days outing when you stay in 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
What did the guests say:
Relaxing and peaceful !
Friday, 21st of May, 2010, Peter and Glenys:
A perfect holiday.
Monday, 17th of May, 2010, Trevor:
We have thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at The Old Reading Room. A cosy character cottage in a beautiful village.
Thursday, 13th of May, 2010, Jean:
Enjoyed the peace and quiet of The Reading Room in Kersey, great walks straight from the cottage, a lovely cosy cottage, just what we needed to recharge our batteries.
Friday, 23rd of April, 2010, Sarah:
The cottage came with everything we needed. It was beautifully decorated and felt like a home away from home.
Tuesday, 20th of April, 2010, Penelope:
The perfect unspoilt village. Quiet, calm, idyllic doesn't begin to describe it!
Saturday, 17th of April, 2010, Mitch and Nicola:
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, as did our 2 border terriers!! The railway walk in Hadleigh was great for bringing the dogs.
Monday, 12th of April, 2010, Sarah and Collin:
The cottage has been refurbished to a very high standard, a real home from home.
Thursday, 8th of April, 2010, Aideen:
A sweet little cottage, perfectly situated for exploring other local towns and countryside. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and much appreciated on our first morning.
Monday, 8th of March, 2010, Danielle and Emilie:
Very nice cottage, we really enjoyed the time spent in here. We'll definately come back one day. The place is really peaceful, just what you need for relaxing.
Friday, 19th of February, 2010, Andrew:
Lovely, romantic, beautiful, peaceful cottage.
Friday, 19th of February, 2010, Tina and John:
These are lovely cottages, we are gradually working our way through all of them !
Friday, 29th of January, 2010, Neil:
Really high quality cottage in a beautiful setting - would definately recommend Grove Cottages.
Sunday, 10th of January, 2010, Paul:
Lovely, cosy cottage, will definately be back!
Sunday, 3rd of January, 2010, Shirley:
Complete rest away from hustle and bustle. Cosy cottage, lovely village. Made our stay for the new year ideal with our two springer spaniels.
Tuesday, 1st of December, 2009, Claire:
Warm and cosy cottage - perfect for romantic winter weekend break.
Monday, 19th of October, 2009, Sam and Gary:
Gorgeous cottage in a beautiful location.
Thursday, 15th of October, 2009, Linda:
So many villages worth a detour and what a lot of good eating places.
Monday, 5th of October, 2009, Carys and David:
Lovely, cosy cottage in a beautiful village. Ideal for a relaxing mini-break.
Monday, 28th of September, 2009, Jason and Lisa:
Lovely clean, well equipped cottage, great location for sightseeing.
Wednesday, 16th of September, 2009, Debbie:
Lovely village, beautiful countryside, good food at The Bell and a superb cottage to stay in.
Monday, 7th of September, 2009, Kenneth:
Delightful cottage in a idyllic setting - highly recommended.
Friday, 4th of September, 2009, Beverley and Martin:
Do visit 'The Cock' in Polstead and The Angel in Lavenham - both have great food and Aspall Cider!!
Monday, 31st of August, 2009, Lyndsay and John:
A beautiful cottage in a picturesque village - a perfect romantic get away.
Sunday, 23rd of August, 2009, Amy:
Hi All I just want to say that we had an amazing weekend away at 'The Reading Rooms'. It was amazing and i would love to do it again. The Cottage felt so welcoming and the village was sensational. Thank you again for making this weekend amazing for my partner and I.
Saturday, 22nd of August, 2009, Amy:
Everything we expected and much, much more.
Friday, 21st of August, 2009, Sarah:
Highest standard of cottage we've stayed in - would definately stay with and recommend Grove Cottages again.
Thursday, 6th of August, 2009, Robert and Sarah:
Very comfortable. Excellent base to explore rural Suffolk.
Friday, 31st of July, 2009, Sharon and John:
We have stayed in holiday cottages all over England during the past several years! This is by far the best!
Thursday, 16th of July, 2009, Naomi and Simon:
Wonderful cottage, fantastic stay. Had a lovely time despite the typical english summer weather! Cock @ Polstead definately worth a visit. Not our first or our last visit-we love it x x
Sunday, 5th of July, 2009, Caroline and Len:
A fantastic cottage in an idyllic setting.
Monday, 22nd of June, 2009, Barbara and Arthur:
Lovely cottage in a fantastic setting, In a beautiful part of West Suffolk.
Sunday, 7th of June, 2009, Roger:
Beautiful cottage in beautiful location. Quiet, peaceful lanes for cycling. Every corner opens a lovely view, nice villages.
Thursday, 4th of June, 2009, Tony and Helen:
A pretty cottage in a picturesque little village,the like of which we did not know still existed. Well situated for exploring this area of Suffolk.
Monday, 18th of May, 2009, Sue and Richard:
Very impressed with shower, wonderful to relive experience of open fires.
Sunday, 10th of May, 2009, Sean and Emily:
A wonderful cottage in a fantastic location. We can't wait to come back in the winter months. If you ever want to sell it please call us!!
Wednesday, 22nd of April, 2009, Lisa:
Definately one of the prettiest Suffolk villages, and the cottage is right in the heart of it. The open plan living room/kitchen is nice for talking and cooking at the same time.
Friday, 17th of April, 2009, Ben:
The Reading Rooms are full of character with lots of thought and care gone into details that help to make your stay enjoyable.
Friday, 20th of February, 2009, Victoria:
The Old Reading Room is such a sweet, cosy place to stay - and the log fires, the comfortable bed and all the original features - wish we could stay longer! Very peaceful and relaxing stay, thankyou!
Monday, 16th of February, 2009, Lynn and Mike:
It was cold outside but we found the Reading Room a cosy retreat. Well equipped and comfortable and excellent position for exploring the Suffolk countryside.
Sunday, 14th of December, 2008, Howard & Shama:
We felt this is a beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. The fire and the extra facilities here are lovely touches. We certainly did NOT want to leave and look forward to coming back here very soon!!
Monday, 1st of December, 2008, Sueanne:
Hi guys Just wanted to drop you a line and let you know that we had an absolutely wonderful stay at the old reading room - it was really beautiful, thank you! the cottage is stunning, the surrounding area glorious and the local pub fantastic! :) Thanks again - we'll definitely be booking more Grove Cottages in the future! Merry Christmas Sueanne
Monday, 1st of December, 2008, Sueanne:
The cottage was absolutely perfect - just the right size for 2 and our boxer pup! The location was fantastic, walks interesting and diverse and the inside of the cottage an absolute haven after a big day out. Will absolutely return! We've loved every moment, Thank You!
Friday, 28th of November, 2008, Mark:
Very Romantic Presentation. Beautiful Village. Dogs Welcome. Good Value For Money. Welcome Basket A Very Nice Touch.
Monday, 10th of November, 2008, Tom:
Really enjoyed our stay - was the perfect retreat - thank you !
Monday, 3rd of November, 2008, James:
Beautiful cosy cottage. What great taste! The inside is outstanding and has real charisma and at the same time traditional, clean & modern. Will be back very soon. Well Done Grove Cottages!
Friday, 29th of August, 2008, Nick & Laney:
Really delightful cottage, lovely walks with our dog and the area is high in fascinating history and buildings. We agree the fish and chips at Dunwich are great (better than Rick Steins) The sea bass was fab. Thank you for a great four days !
Sunday, 17th of August, 2008, Gabby:
Great for cyclists who like long lanes and plenty of pubs with real ale along the way – had a wonderful time!
Sunday, 15th of June, 2008, Lynne:
A peaceful retreat in a gem of a cottage, in beautiful surroundings.
Wednesday, 11th of June, 2008, Michael & Lesley:
Our expectations were exceeded by more than we could imagine, which made the whole 50th Birthday surprise celebrations for my husband that much more enjoyable. The intention was to relax him, which was achieved from the moment we pulled up outside the cottage & were welcomed by Carl, the owner & continued throughout our stay. Thank you so much x. Do not change anything! The attention to detail is unsurpassed & cannot be beaten. We will definitely be back to 'The Old Reading Room' & recommending the Grove-Cottages team to all our friends. Thank You X
Wednesday, 11th of June, 2008, Rachel & Sam:
A beautiful cottage in a stunning village. We have had a fantastic few days here and have really felt at home. Thank you, we could have stayed here forever!
Friday, 16th of May, 2008, Nicola & Chris Bottomley:
We had a very special time here. The cottage is beautiful, thanks for making our honeymoon an unforgettable experience!
Friday, 16th of May, 2008, Sue Wadsworth:
A perfect hideaway for two - Great for the historic towns & villages of Suffolk
Friday, 16th of May, 2008, Hannah-Louise Stewart:
A lovely weekend in a beautiful cottage that totally exceeded expectations!
Monday, 5th of May, 2008, Chris & Nicola:
We had a very special time here. The cottage is beautiful and everyone in the village made us feel very welcome. We couldnt have wished for better. Thanks for making our honeymoon an unforgettable experience
The Grove Cottages holiday cottages have many unique original features like 18th Century Bake ovens and working kitchen ranges, traditional Suffolk Brick floors, wattle and daub walls, 16th Century thatched roofs, massive Inglenook fireplaces, log fires, millstones and exposed beams galore and they are all lovingly restored and period furnished so that they are a joy just to be in.
The Grove Cottages holiday homes are situated in South Suffolk / East Anglia which is less than 2 hours from London or an hour from Cambridge and where the famous English Landscape painter John Constable was born and created such masterpieces as 'The Haywain'.
The Grove Cottages are available all year for weekend and midweek short breaks as well as weekly holidays and the accommodation sleeps from 2 to 6.
We are 4 star rated and provide bikes for our guests to explore the beautiful English countryside.
Please look through our site and you will find out why our guests love it so much here.
Thank you and Happy Hols !
Mark
Company Address: The Grove, Priory Green, Edwardstone, Suffolk, CO10 5PP; tel: 01787 211115; email: info@grove-cottages.co.uk.
'The Grove Cottages' is a registered Trade Mark; © 2009 The Grove Cottages
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