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Welcome to Doves Barn Luxurious Self-Catering Property nr Needham Market Suffolk

Welcome to Doves Barn Luxurious Self-Catering Property nr Needham Market Suffolk

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Luxurious 16th Century Barn Conversion - sleeps up to 22 guests
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Overview of Welcome to Doves Barn Luxurious Self-Catering Property nr Needham Market Suffolk

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
8 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Badley, Suffolk
  • Popular LocationIpswich Regent Theatre16 min drive
  • Popular LocationIpswich Waterfront17 min drive
  • Popular LocationFoxhall Stadium23 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

+1

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 8

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Shower room 2

Shower only

Shower room 3

Shower only

Shower room 4

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Doves Barn Luxurious Self-Catering Property nr Needham Market Suffolk

This spacious Barn conversion is set in acres of ground and provides well furnished accommodation with delightful views over open countryside. Its location is close to the necessary amenities and is an excellent base to explore and enjoy both the countryside and our unspoilt coastline.

We would love to tell you more about our wonderful property so please call us on 01449 722800 / 07771 884429.

Doves Barn is a spacious, luxurious barn conversion ideal for family gatherings, birthday celebrations and hen parties. We comfortably sleep 22 guests all under the same roof. Why not give Neville and Eleanor a call so they can tell you more about this stunning property. Please remember to leave your mobile number and email address when requesting a quote.
The Barn has a 8 person hot tub for guests to enjoy, as well as 2 patios and a spacious courtyard ideal for al-fresco dining and game of table tennis!
The Barn has a wealth of exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling in the living room and a warm welcome all year round with wood burners in the large inglenook fireplaces. The barn benefits from a large country style kitchen, a dining room and two large sitting rooms, there is also a games room with a pool table and Karaoke. The barn is perfect for large groups, spacious enough to allow you to enjoy your own space or join in the party!

Doves Barn is located just a few minutes from the lovely village of Needham Market which boosts many local traditional English pubs and busy well-stocked shops. The property is an excellent base for walking, cycling and bird watching.

It is conveniently situated to visit Bury St Edmunds, a charming city with the Abbey ruins and quaint lanes filled with shops, cafes and restaurants. Also nearby are the towns of Norwich, Colchester and Ipswich where you can take a trip to Jimmy's Farm who is a friend of Jamie Oliver. Long Melford, Lavenham and Kersey are also within easy reach, as is the Suffolk Coast, Southwold, known as 'little Chelsea on sea' has all the facilities that your group could wish for. Aldeburgh, with its art galleries, shops and restaurants, also famous for the Aldeburgh Music Festival. Suffolk's idyllic landscape inspired Constable and Gainsborough to capture the fleeting light of English countryside and sky.

Property manager

Eleanor de Goni Parks

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
The landscape around Doves Barn is beautiful and tranquil
This lovely barn which dates from the 16th Century is a spacious place to get a group of friends tog
Hot tub
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
This lovely barn which dates from the 16th Century is a spacious place to get a group of friends tog

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
1 dog allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Ipswich

Located in Ipswich, this vacation home is in a rural area. Bramford Golf Centre and Chantry Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blakenham Woodland Garden and Bradfield Woods. Traveling with kids? Consider Suffolk Owl Sanctuary, or check out an event or a game at Crown Pools. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Map
Badley, Suffolk

What's nearby

  • Portman Road - 15 min drive
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 16 min drive
  • Jimmy's Farm - 17 min drive
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 17 min drive
  • Foxhall Stadium - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Needham Market Station - 3 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Gladstone Arms - 3 min drive
  • The Willow Tree - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • The Swan - 2 min drive
  • Oak Stowmarket - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect Xmas getaway
A huge stunning property with fantastic hosts. Perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sascha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ipswich house review
Great property with plenty of room for a large group. Had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Harvey cohen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for all the family
Family of 4 were kept entertained and happy during our short stay. Eleanor and Neville are great hosts and the property has everything you can need. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Birthday Family Gathering
We travelled over from France and wanted to return to the UK to celebrate my 60th birthday with the whole of my family. This accommodation was ideal as it slept the number of people required. It met my expectations and more. A high quality facility with everything you need and more. It catered for young children as there were games for them, and set in very large grounds for them to run around in, this included adults too ! The hot tub was a bonus too. Lots of seating areas outside the property. Inside decor was of a high quality. Plenty of outside space for parking. Would highly recommend this property for a large gathering. A lovely weekend with all my family under the same roof, its not often we can get everyone together so this will be a most memorable weekend for me. The owners very friendly and informative. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A., KESTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is beautiful and equipped with everything you could ever need!
This was our 2nd visit we loved it! See you again sometime xxx
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Eleanor de Goni Parks

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Neville and Eleanor feel that it is important to speak to them personally so they can tell you more about Doves Barn and all it has to offer, so please remember to leave your contact details ie mobile number, landline and email address when you request a quote.
This friendly couple spend most of their leisure time on the Norfolk Broads and in their holiday home in France. They have lovingly renovated this 16th Century Grade II listed Barn to a very high standard, retaining of the original features which offer a unique blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury.
They look forward to hearing from you soon


Why they chose this property

We loved living in Doves Barn, but when the children left home the property was far too big for us. It dates back to the 16th Century and has amazing authentic features and a magical atmosphere where you will feel immediately relaxed as you enter.

What makes this property unique

The property is semi rural with open spaces, countryside and beautiful views. Doves Barn is a very spacious property, so although we have up to 22 guests staying everyone has plenty of room to spend a quiet moment or join the party.
We would recommend this property for all your special occasions from family celebrations, birthdays, Hen Parties, rural retreats (bird watching) or simply spend time at Doves Barn to relax and unwind. Please see Trip Advisor for all our great reviews from our valued guests.
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