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In this busy life we live so often the really important things get pushed to the back with the pressures of work, the 24-hour contact with business and the sheer noise of distraction that surrounds us day and night.
It’s called a Work Life Balance, and we all know the that the loading is well on the work side.
That is why it is so important to take some quiet time together to not let anything come between each other, do Nothing together, do something together, but most importantly be together and focused on each other in a calming and relaxing atmosphere.
That’s why I started up my Holiday Cottages, to be a place where no matter the weather guests could come and feel immediately relaxed and have time for their partner. A place where they would feel comfortable, calmed and at home with because of the atmosphere and style of the place.
In that peace it is so easy to be happy and rediscover how much you cherish each other’s company.
A couple of days away, recharging the batteries of your relationship can last a long time and help tip that balance back the right way.
Some special cottages to enjoy.
Couples who are looking for a last minute break away to the lovely Suffolk and Essex countryside need not worry about travelling far to get to us – we are only 90 minutes from London.
When you arrive at one of our lovely cottages, the lights will be on, and the music will be playing to welcome you to your cosy holiday cottage ~ your home from home.
The Perfect Secluded Getaway, with cosy interiors and lovely walks outside, and if you have a furry friend – All our Cottages are dog friendly.
We provide idyllic romantic holiday cottages, with unique historic features. Our character cottages are an experience to enjoy and stay in. We have a range of holiday cottages for couples, from cosy romantic bolt-holes like The Old Monkey, to cottages that are steeped in history and set in picturesque, medieval hamlets like Water Cottage.
Cottages like The Bakery, Dons Barn, Rose Cottage, The Stables, Skylarks, Mill Cottage and Spadgers have enchanted guests for years and have a loyal following of people who want to get away from it all to spend some special time with the one they love.
The coast is never more than an hour away, or sometimes just a good walk from a few of our cottages such as Laundry Cottage, Queenies and Cissys in Aldeburgh – recognised as England’s best unspoilt seaside town. Outside Tollesbury with views to the Sea and beautifully remotes lie The Hexagon and The Wobbin – you wont be disturbed here except for the sounds of nature.
We believe in restoration not renovation, so when you see a beautiful old exterior you will find inside a beautiful period interior; not a modern suburban renovation.
Many of these romantic cottages have been dubbed “honeymooner’s favourites” and featured in various magazines and newspapers and well as appearing in The Sunday Times ‘Coolest 100 Cottages’ list.
Escape to the countryside with us and see what we mean.
Romantic Holiday Cottages for Couples with dogs.
Staying in one of our charming ancient cottages scattered across Suffolk and Essex offers a unique and memorable experience. These centuries-old dwellings, often featuring traditional thatched roofs and timber beams, old bread ovens, brick floors and wattle and daubed walls provide a beautiful cozy retreat amidst the rural landscape…. and bring your doggie as well, because All our cottages are dog friendly.
Some cottages embrace their origins but create a much more modern living experience within their charming fabric like The Steam Mill a fabulous 5 star treat with wonderful views and walks to outstanding pubs, or the delightful Deepwell Granary and The Hayloft with their thatched roofs and beams but expansive contemporary interiors designed by top architects, or the amazing Hexagon an architecturally sympathetic addition to an Historic Military tower.
Skylarks stands out as an architecturally outstanding conversion of an ancient barn where it embraces the gardens and wildflower meadow that was once part of its smallholding.
We offer our larger Cottages to a couple using just one bedroom at a discount out of high season so that you can experience gorgeous historic cottages like Laundry Cottage, Water Cottage, Navigation Cottage and The Wobbin as well.
Upon arrival, guests will always enjoy the rustic charm of the cottage’s origins and historical architecture that reflects the region’s heritage.
Despite their age, these cottages are all equipped with modern amenities to ensure comfort during your stay from Wi-Fi to essentials like heating, hot water, modern shower or bathrooms and well-appointed kitchens for cooking meals with local produce.
See Miller Cottage an ancient Saffron Pickers cottage, almost in the centre of Saffron Walden, with beautiful historic features and interiors but with a kitchen most guests would dream of having at home and a stylish bathroom with a lovely shower plus a big bath – luxury indeed.
The experience of staying in a character cottage is as much about immersing yourself in the surrounding countryside as it is about the accommodation itself. From leisurely walks along country lanes to exploring nearby villages and historic sites, there’s plenty to discover right on your doorstep.
We are spoilt for choice with the many lovely local pubs and restaurants. Fresh ingredients sourced from nearby farm shops and market stalls add to the authenticity of the experience.
Enjoy evenings are spent relaxing by the fireplace, perhaps with a good book or board game (supplied) after a day exploring the tiny lanes on one of our bicycles or walking the footpaths that invariably lead to a decent pub, enjoy the simple pleasures of rural living. The peacefulness of the countryside providing the perfect backdrop for unwinding and reconnecting with nature and one another.
Staying in one of our romantic cottages for couples in Suffolk or Essex offers a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and step back in time to a simpler, more tranquil era. It’s an experience that’s sure to leave a lasting impression and create cherished memories for years to come.
