Downbridge Lodge - Luxury Cottage in Hoxne, Suffolk

This delightful single storey barn style property, built in 2020 with lofty vaulted ceilings, provides tasteful and flexible accommodation for four guests. Both bedrooms have 6′ super-king size beds which can be configured as 3′ singles upon request. They also have their own Smart televisions and en-suite bathrooms. Downbridge Lodge is the ideal choice for families and friends alike.

Inside, enjoy the wonderful, large, open-plan living space with a modern kitchen and comfortable sitting room with a contemporary wood burning stove and generous dining area. The accommodation is all on one level and benefits from wide accessible doorways. With vaulted ceilings and bi-fold doors to the terrace, there is a lovely sense of light and space. In addition to the en-suite bathrooms, a useful wet room is provided. Outside, a large stone terrace is the perfect place to enjoy the fire pit, barbecue, or just sit back and admire the surrounding countryside views. The covered outdoor seating area is great for when the weather isn’t so kind and is illuminated for you to enjoy it day or night. A useful shed has plenty of space if you wish to bring your bicycles along, and is lockable.

From the rear of the property, a short walk along a public footpath brings you to the historic village centre of Hoxne, with connections to King Edmund. Hoxne boasts an excellent pub, The Swan Inn, serving delicious meals, fine wines and real ales. Also in the village is a shop with post office and a café and deli, along with the village church.

Check in/ Checkout Times

Check in: 4:00 pm | Check out: 10:00 am

Accommodation Description

All Ground Floor Accommodation:

Entrance Hallway
Coat and boot storage.

Wet room
With wash basin, walk-in shower, WC, heated towel rail and underfloor heating.

Open-plan sitting and dining room
Beamed vaulted ceiling, bi-fold doors leading to the terrace, comfortable deep leather sofa, two armchairs, bookcase, coffee table, hidden mood lighting, wall mounted 55 inch Smart television, Blu-Ray player, underfloor heating and a wood burning stove. Dining table seating six guests and tables.

Kitchen
Contemporary fitted kitchen with integrated under counter fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, electric hob, hide and slide electric oven, Delonghi coffee machine (please bring your own pods).

Bedroom one
With a 6' super-king size bed (can be configured as twin 3' single beds on request) wardrobe, dressing table, wall mounted Smart television and underfloor heating.

En-suite bathroom
With a roll top, free-standing bath, separate walk-in shower, wash basin in period wash stand with marble top, heated towel rail and underfloor heating.

Bedroom two
With twin single beds (can be configured as a 6' super-king size bed on request), large wardrobe with shelving and a wall mounted Smart television.

En-suite bathroom
With a free-standing bath, separate walk-in shower, WC, heated towel rail, wash basin in period wash stand with marble top and underfloor heating.

Outside:
Stone terrace (not fully enclosed) with illuminated covered seating area, garden furniture, firepit and barbecue.

Large covered indoor and outdoor games areas offering table tennis, pool, darts, snooker, table football, croquet and boules.

Lockable bike storage.

Parking for two cars.

Additional Information:
Sorry, no pets.

Children over the age of five years are welcome.

The bedding is non-feather.

Ample additional parking for visitors' vehicles.

Please bring your own pods for the coffee machine

A hot tub can be arranged at an extra cost payable directly to the hot tub company. Contact details can be supplied via the owners after booking.

  • Countryside
  • Cycling Friendly
  • Detached
  • Dishwasher
  • Family Friendly
  • Games Room / Play Facilities
  • Ground Floor Accommodation
  • Ground floor bed
  • Internet
  • Luxury
  • Near Walks
  • Open Fire / Log Burner
  • Parking Available
  • Pub Nearby
  • Romantic
  • Short Breaks Allowed
  • Travel Cot
  • Washing Machine

About the area

Within walking distance of the Downbridge Lodge is the beautiful village of Hoxne which is steeped in history, with King Edmund having been martyred by the Danes just a stones throw from the market square.

Hoxne is host to a handful of necessities, including The Swan Inn of Hoxne, an excellent pub with restaurant and Hoxne Post Office, shop, cafe and delicatessen stocking a wide range of food, drink and household goods.

Just a short drive away there are a number of other eateries and pubs. The Auberge at Yaxley and The Oaksmere at Eye, both just four miles away, come highly recommended. Or if it's brunch you're looking for, head to Wingfield and The Good The Bad And The Hungry cafe.

Downbridge Lodge is conveniently located within 45 minutes' drive of the beautiful Suffolk Coast, 50 miles of heritage coastline and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Visit the Sutton Hoo visitor centre near Woodbridge (45 minute drive), the fascinating site of the world famous seventh century Anglo Saxon burial ship and treasures.

The area has numerous historic houses and gardens open to the public including Helmingham Hall, Ickworth House and Framlingham Castle.