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The Property: About Doves Barn
Beautiful Large Sleeps 22 Barn Conversion in Rural Suffolk, with Hot Tub, Games Room and Outdoor Games Area
Looking for a large beautiful holiday home to rent for a break with family and friends in Suffolk? If so, Doves Barn just outside of the charming town of Needham Market could be the perfect choice. With generous gardens of around 2 acres, along with superb leisure facilities including a hot tub housed in its own hot tub lodge, a games room with….and an outdoor area with table tennis, this welcoming property really does have it all. With so much on offer, this is the perfect place to relax, unwind and celebrate those special occasions.Bookings for birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, reunions, big family gatherings and hen parties all very welcome.
For guests looking for nearby attractions, this beautiful barn has plenty to offer too, with the charming market town of Needham Market with its welcoming inns and restaurants close by. It’s easy to discover some of the best of Suffolk on days out with Jimmys farm 20 minutes drive away, Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm even nearer, Ipswich with its marina and its attractions 20 minutes drive away and the stunning Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths only around half an hour’s drive away. Pets are welcome by arrangement.
Inside this High Quality Large Group Rural Barn Conversion in Suffolk
• Roomy Lounge with ample comfy sofas, stunning vaulted beamed ceiling, and impressive feature fireplace with cosy warming woodburner, plus TV.• The large sociable lounge opens out to the games room with its pool table,
• The spacious kitchen opens out to the dining area, with seating for up to 22 people. This space is ideal for celebrating those special occasions.
• There are 8 beautiful bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Three of the bedrooms feature ensuite facilities.
On the ground floor
• A twin bedroom,
• A bedroom with a king-size bed,
• A bedroom with a king-size bed,
• A family room with 2 double beds, 3 single beds and ensuite facilities.
• Two family bathrooms.
On the first floor
• A bedroom with a king-size bed and ensuite facilities,
• A bedroom with a king-size bed and ensuite facilities,
• A family bedroom with a king size bed, a single bed and a single z bed,
• A double bedroom. The property features underfloor heating so is warm and cosy in winter time. Beautiful views out to open countryside are another stunning feature of this welcoming holiday home. Outside this property continues to impress with its generous courtyard area with table tennis for fun times. Also on the terrace are various sociable outdoor living spaces, ranging from an outdoor living area to more formal dining.
This is further complemented by picnic tables on the lawn.
• A BBQ is available for making the most of outdoor living in summer time (please bring your own charcoal).
• A selection of games are available for children of various ages and adults to enjoy, both indoors and outdoors. There is plenty of outdoor space to enjoy and facilities to enjoy games like Connect 4 , Jenga, and croquet The wonderful hot tub is found in its own hot tub lounge and with its chilled out vibe is the perfect place to relax, unwind and de-stress.
Ideal for Big Groups of Friends and Family
If you are looking for a super property to enjoy good times with friends and family, either for a special celebration or a big family break, with a games room, hot tub and superb indoor and outdoor spaces, this large group barn could be the perfect setting.This owner/agency has featured on countrycottagesonline.com since 2024
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Special Features
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Entertainment Features
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Leisure Facilities
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Property Features
Kitchen & Dining
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Bedrooms(s)
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Bathroom(s)
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Other facilities
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Heating
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Garden and Outdoors
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Family-Friendly Features
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Pet-Friendly Facilities
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Renting and Booking Information
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Setting and Local Information
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Local Attractions near Stowmarket
Top Tourist Attractions for Day Trips: Anglesey Abbey, Ely Cathedral, Imperial War Museum Duxford, Wimpole Estate, Beth Chatto's Plants and Gardens, Clacton on Sea Beach, Clacton Pier, Colchester Castle, Colchester Zoo, Colne Valley Railway, Dedham Vale National Landscape, Epping Forest, St Osyth Beach, Tiptree Jam Museum and Tea Room, Walton on the Naze Beach, Banham Zoo, BeWILDerwood Norfolk, Blickling Hall, Cromer Beach, Cromer Pier, Gorleston-on-Sea Beach, Great Yarmouth Central Beach, Happisburgh Beach, Hunstanton Beach, Sea Life Centre Great Yarmouth, The Pleasure Beach Great Yarmouth, Thetford Forest, Wells next the Sea Beach, Wroxham Barns, Africa Alive, Aldeburgh Beach, Dedham Vale National Landscape, Dunwich Heath and Beach, Easton Farm Park, Flatford Mill, Framlingham Castle, Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park, Needham Lake, Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park, Rendlesham Forest, Snape Maltings, Southwold Pier, Suffolk Owl Sanctuary, Sutton Hoo, Walberswick Beach
Stowmarket: 2 miles away,
Debenham: 9 miles away,
Lavenham: 13 miles away,
Woodbridge: 15 miles away,
Framlingham: 16 miles away
Annual Events: Duxford Air Shows, Clacton Airshow, Great Yarmouth Air Show, Royal Norfolk Show, Bury St Edmunds Fireworks Spectacular, Felixstowe Carnival and Air Display, Latitude Festival, Southwold Arts Festival, The Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival, The East Anglian Game and Country Fair, The Southwold Fireworks Display, The Suffolk Show
Food & Drink Options Nearby: Many local pubs, Local village inn and plenty of quality pubs, Plenty of local pubs and restaurants, Plenty of good local country pubs, Plenty of local pubs and restaurants including dog-friendly pub(s), Recommended pubs and restaurants listed on our website, Restaurants and cafes in nearby town - within 1 mile, Pubs and restaurants in nearby town - within 1 mile
Activities & Experiences On Offer Nearby: badminton, clay pigeon shooting, climbing, country pursuits, cycling, falconry, fishing, golfing, hiking, horse riding, karting, kayaking, river fishing, squash, swimming, tennis, walking, watersports, wildlife watching
Local Festivals and Events in Suffolk:- September - The Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival
- October - Bury St. Edmunds Literature Festival
- November - Bury St Edmunds Fireworks Spectacular, The Southwold Fireworks Display
Property Location
Nearest Train Station: Needham Market, 2 miles away
Stowmarket