Set within the private grounds of Athelington Hall in North Suffolk, this comfortable lodge is on a working farm with roots stretching back to 1620. It’s made for easy-going days and starlit evenings in the private hot tub, with unspoiled countryside all around for long, peaceful walks. The relaxed setting and flexible layout are spot on for couples, families or friends seeking a rural escape with simple comforts and space to switch off.
Inside, an open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area creates a sociable hub, with comfortable seating for film nights on the Smart TV and a dining table for unhurried meals. The double bedroom features an en-suite shower room with WC, while the twin bedroom is close to the family bathroom, which has a shower over the bath and a WC. A double sofa bed in the lounge provides additional sleeping for two. Outside, the large, gated veranda is set for easy outdoor living, with rattan-style seating, a six-seater dining table, and a private hot tub sunken into the decking. The outlook across a wide lawn adds a calm, open feel. The lodge forms part of a complex of similar properties on the farm, and the wider grounds are shared. There’s private parking next to the lodge and an on-site shop for treats and essentials.
You’ll be well placed for days out: climb the ramparts at Framlingham Castle (8.5 miles), ride the steam trains at the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway (9.5 miles) or meet the animals at Easton Farm Park (12 miles). Stonham Barns Shopping Village (11 miles) offers family attractions and places to browse, while nature lovers can head to RSPB Minsmere (21 miles) for wildlife-rich trails. For sands and classic seaside charm, the Suffolk coast — including Southwold, Thorpeness and Aldeburgh — is within 25 miles. If you’d prefer to keep things simple, the on-site shop makes picking up every day bits easy.