Find self catering and cottages with private hot tubs in East England

Grove Farm, Stowmarket, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Stowmarket sleeps 11.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 11

Accommodation overview: Grove Farm was featured in Period House Magazine in January 2005. Occupying an idyllic secluded position, this spacious, partly moated detached farmhouse is an ideal holiday venue for a family celebration or get together with friends. Very well equipped and furnished, Grove Farm is situated in the middle of 120 acres of arable farmland and enjoys a peaceful setting where guests can walk in the large grounds or enjoy a relaxing dip in the hot tub. With a wealth of exposed beams, wide oak floorboards there is a warm welcome all year round with wood-burning stove in the kitchen and multi-fuel burner in the living room, whilst the stunning master bedroom suite has French doors onto a decked sun terrace. Located in an excellent area for walking, golf, cycling and bird watching, local footpaths abound. The well served village of Mendlesham has two picturesque village greens, many historic and interesting buildings, two pubs, a village store and a fish and chip shop. Mendlesham also has an annual May Day Bank holiday street fair. Situated right in the heart of Suffolk, there are many picturesque towns and villages to visit within an easy drive including Bury St Edmunds, Stowmarket, Diss, Eye, Debenham, Lavenham and Long Melford, all with an interesting range of shops, restaurants, amenities and attractions. Also convenient for the Suffolk Heritage coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh, the ancient burial ground at Sutton Hoo (NT) and Stonham Barns. The county towns of Norwich and Ipswich are also within easy reach. Shop and pub 1½ miles.

Large, beamed living room with multi-fuel burner, French doors and slate floor. Large, beamed sitting room with wooden floor. Large well-equipped kitchen/dining room with wood-burning stove, gas/electric range (for cooking), TV, French doors, breakfast area and tiled floor. Utility. Games room. Double bedroom with French doors. Separate toilet. First floor: Three double bedrooms, one with oak floor, dressing room, French doors to balcony with decking and hot tub and en-suite bathroom with shower and steam cubicle, twin wash basins and toilet, one with en-suite bathroom and toilet. Twin bedroom with oak floor and en-suite shower room with toilet. Step to further double bedroom. Bathroom with shower cubicle, toilet and tiled floor. Second staircase to first floor: Twin bedroom. Single bedroom. All bedrooms with TV and beams.

The Manor House, Surlingham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Surlingham sleeps 12.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: An impressive, characterful country house of architectural and historic importance set in 13 acres of mature, landscaped gardens and grounds with its own lake. Mentioned in Nikolaus Pevsner’s authoritative guide The Buildings of England, the house dates back to the 17th century, with later Georgian and Victorian additions and was once owned by the renowned, Oscar-winning director John Villers Farrow, father of the Hollywood actress Mia Farrow. The current owner has restored the house to its former glory to reflect its past history, whilst introducing a high standard of facilities associated with a modern-day holiday home. Enjoying breathtaking views, the grounds include landscaped gardens and meadows, which contain occasional livestock, in addition to superb views across the lake, which is a haven for wildlife, including ducks, geese, swans and herons; there is also an opportunity for fishing from its well-stocked reserves. The property also includes - for the keen riding enthusiast - stabling, which can be hired out for the duration of the stay (two stables available).
Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep, with private and immediate access to the Norfolk Broads Waterways, accessible by car or boat, with daily boat hire available locally. RSPB and Ted Ellis Nature reserves are nearby. Good shops within the village and many neighbouring family friendly riverside pubs, well known for serving good food are well worth a visit. Further places of interest include the thriving cathedral city of Norwich, which is only 5 miles away and offers the visitor a host of shops, theatres, cinemas and restaurants, thereby ensuring that a stay at The Manor House offers the best of country living coupled with the attractions of the city experience. Shop/P.O. and pubs 1½ miles.

Spacious drawing room with wood-burning stove, wooden floor, French doors. Reception room. Spacious well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with electric range (for cooking), tiled floor. Family living room. Spacious conservatory/dining room with garden views. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom (5ft bed) with en-suite shower room (double cubicle) and toilet. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room, body massage shower and toilet. Two twin bedrooms. Bathroom with Victorian free-standing bath, shower attachment, shower cubicle, toilet. Second floor: A-frame double bedroom (5ft bed) with exposed beams. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room (double cubicle) and toilet.

Rushall Lodge, Rushall, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Rushall sleeps 10.

Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Located in a peaceful village setting, a short distance from Harleston and Diss, this superb family house stands in 2 acres of lovely garden. Detached and spacious, the property boasts its own indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool Jacuzzi and gymnasium equipped with a multi-gym. Within the acres of lawn that surround the house is a large patio and furniture - the ideal place for relaxing evenings, after a day’s sightseeing. An excellent choice for families, the property is comfortably furnished and the living room has a welcoming open fire in an inglenook fireplace, which makes the perfect retreat in the cooler winter evenings.
The surrounding area is a delight to explore, with the Suffolk Heritage Coast only 20 miles distant. Southwold - a pretty seaside town with a wealth of shops, cafés and pubs, as well as many popular seaside resort attractions - is well worth the visit. The historical market towns of Beccles and Bungay have shops, regular market days and daily boat hire to explore the expanse of waterways of the famous Norfolk Broads. Norwich is easily accessible for the day, with its stunning cathedral and castle as well as theatres and cinemas. Thetford Forest lies only 22 miles distant and has excellent nature trails, cycle routes and an adventure playground. Further along the coastline visitors will find the RSPB Minsmere reserve and Kessingland Wildlife Country Park - a must for any nature lover. Shops 3 miles.

Step to entrance hall. Living room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace and French doors to garden. Step to dining room with French doors to garden. Conservatory with wood-burning stove, baby grand piano, pool table, table football and French doors to garden. Spacious, well-equipped modern fitted kitchen with range and breakfast area. Two steps down to compact gymnasium with multi-gym. Utility. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: Galleried landing. Two double bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom with sunken bath, shower attachment and toilet. Twin bedroom. Two single bedrooms. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.

Wattisham Hall Cottages - Owls End, Wattisham, Suffolk, East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Wattisham sleeps 10.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Games Room • Easy Walking • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: These renovated old farm buildings exude charm, with exposed beams and oak floors, and are set in the most idyllic location amidst the owner’s 350-acre working farm. Adjoining one another, they are surrounded by a moat and rolling Suffolk countryside, and provide an ideal ‘get away from it all country holiday retreat’, yet lie within easy driving distance of numerous places of interest.
An abundance of picturesque villages are close by including the old wool market town of Lavenham, famous for its Guildhall, medieval buildings and antique shops. The historic market town of Bury St Edmunds, Stowmarket, Hadleigh and the races and stud farms at Newmarket are all easily accessible. The Suffolk and Norfolk Coasts, the Constable Countryside of Dedham Vale and the stunning university city of Cambridge are well worth visiting. Shop and pub 2 miles.

Raynham Cottages - Lavender Lodge, South Raynham, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in South Raynham sleeps 6.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Situated in the peaceful village of South Raynham, a perfect setting for exploring excellent sandy beaches, coastal walks, and RSPB nature and bird reserves. The property boasts its own hot tub and seating furniture within the secluded garden. Guests also have shared use of the large indoor swimming pool neighbouring the property. Just a 10-minute drive is the bustling market town of Fakenham with shops, cafes, restaurants, bowling alley, cinema, pitch and putt golf course, and horse racing meetings. Burnham Market, Holkham, Hunstanton and the charming charming English coastal town Wells-next-the-Sea are all close by, and there is plenty to see and do in the area, with activities for all the family including BeWILDerwood, Go Ape! or Pensthorpe Nature Reserve. The beautiful city of Norwich is within an hour’s drive, with cathedral, museums and art galleries. Hire a boat or take an organised boat trip along The Norfolk Broads, also nearby, which are one of the region’s most popular attractions, and make a great day out. Shop 5 miles, pub 3 miles.

Willow Barn, Neatishead, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Neatishead sleeps 12.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Nestling in the pretty Norfolk countryside close to the heart of the Norfolk Broads, Willow Barn and single-storey Beech Barn are detached holiday properties dating back to the 1700s, situated in the grounds of the owner’s home. Providing a perfect retreat for discerning larger family groups, these converted barns offer spacious and comfortable accommodation boasting beamed interiors, wood-burning stoves and enclosed separate gardens with private hot tubs, and for a special meal or family celebration gourmet meals can be arranged with the owner. Beech Farm Barns are ideally located for all the family and for nature lovers there is an abundance of bird life. Within walking distance is Alderfen Broad, which is situated in The Broads National Park, a bird watcher’s delight. For the children there is BeWILDerwood Adventure Park with its treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges and boat trips, which all combined makes a great day out. Nearby is the attractive Broads village of Horning with its selection of tea shops, restaurants and pubs. A day boat can be hired directly from the owner, or book a trip on the Mississippi steamer. The sandy beaches of the North Norfolk Coast are only 10 miles away. Alternatively spend a day in the fine city of Norwich with its magnificent cathedrals, castle, museums, theatres, market and vast array of cafes and shops. There is a wealth of National Trust properties to visit in the area which include Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park (one of the finest 17th-century country Jacobean houses in East Anglia), Blickling Hall (a magnificent house with woodlands and lakeside walks) and Sheringham Park (beautifully landscaped and renowned for its spectacular displays of azaleas and rhododendrons in late spring). Shops and pub 1½ miles.

Victoria Cottage, Bale, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Bale sleeps 4.

Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: In the lawned garden of this attractive and beautifully furnished, detached holiday cottage, a handsome pine building houses an exclusive indoor heated swimming pool and outdoor hot tub. Also in the grounds are swings and a small playhouse for the children. The interior of Victoria Cottage boasts a lovely living room to relax in with a flatscreen TV and open fire.
Its peaceful setting is less than 5 miles from the sea, within the 7-acre wooded grounds of the owners’ home. From Morston (4½ miles), local boatmen ferry passengers to the bird sanctuary of Blakeney Point, or to observe basking seals, or to the National Trust nature reserve. Blakeney (5 miles) offers shops, inns, good walking and water sports. The coast itself is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering wide sandy beaches at Wells-next-the-sea and Holkham, where there is also a pretty pine forest. For art lovers, Holkham Hall holds a good collection of paintings within its Palladian exterior - including canvases by Van Dyck, Rubens and Gainsborough. Within the grounds - quietly grazed by deer - there is plentiful birdlife, and from atop the mound where an 80ft obelisk rises, visitors can view both the hall and its triumphal arch.
For walkers the North Norfolk Coastal Path is ideal, or an alternative is the nature trail in the Georgian market town of Holt. Sheringham is for activities such as golf, swimming at the Splash aqua pool, a visit to Sheringham Hall, a ride on the North Norfolk steam railway, relaxing on a Blue Flag beach or strolling down the promenade and around the pier. Seaside attractions, shops and inns can be found at Upper Sheringham, whilst Cromer is only 14 miles away. Stately homes to visit in the area include Felbrigg Hall (a charming Jacobean mansion with walled garden surrounded by parkland) which lies a couple of miles south-west of Cromer, and Blickling Hall (also Jacobean, famous for its long gallery, and superb plasterwork ceilings) and gardens. Shop 1 mile.

Living/dining room with open fire. Well-equipped fitted kitchen. Small laundry room. Bathroom and toilet. First floor: Two bedrooms; one double with 5ft bed and TV, one twin bedroom with TV, each with door to adjoining shower room and toilet.

Hall Farm, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, East England

Sleeps 18
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Kings Lynn sleeps 18.

Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 18

Accommodation overview: Dating back to the 18th century, this elegant and spacious grade II listed farmhouse stands detached, with lawned gardens and exclusive use of an indoor heated swimming pool with an outdoor spa tub and indoor sauna. It offers a substantial venue for large families or groups wishing to holiday together. The house boasts a well-appointed kitchen with double Aga, spacious bedrooms and a games room kitted out for all ages including a table tennis table. It is set amongst rural countryside with a network of quiet lanes offering good walking and cycling from the door. The highly acclaimed Church Farm, Stow Bardolph Rare Breeds Centre, Denver Windmill, sailing club and pay-and-play golf course, Welney Wildfowl Trust, the award-winning Hare Arms pub and Downham Market with its Friday and Saturday markets, are all within easy reach. There is also easy access to the lovely sandy beaches, RSPB nature and bird reserves along the North Norfolk Coast.
The market town of Downham Market (6 miles) boasts a direct rail link to Ely, Cambridge and London (1hr 20mins). It has a supermarket, shops, restaurants, inns, post office and bank. The medieval town of Kings Lynn (8 miles), complete with handsome waterfront offers an array of good shops, inns, restaurants, theatre, cinema, bowling alley and a sports centre. Both west and north Norfolk have an expanse of sandy beaches and salt marshes along the coastline, as well as nature reserves to protect the birds and plants which thrive here. The coastal road passes through many pretty rural villages, with popular tea rooms serving wonderful local food.
For those who enjoy a visit to the beach whilst on holiday, the seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham boast Blue Flag award beaches and array of traditional seaside activities and attractions for all ages. Hunstanton (22 miles) has a pier with lively seasonal entertainment, Sea Life Centre and cliff-top golf course. Heacham (20 miles) is home to Norfolk Lavender and visitors may participate in guided tours of the expanse of lavender fields to observe the harvesting. Sandringham Estate - the Queens country residence, with its Jacobean-style house, museum, superb gardens and park are open to the public when the Royal Family is not in residence. To the south lies Ely Cathedral, ‘Ship of the Fens’, standing proudly in the small city of Ely. Ely has an excellent Saturday market and a good variety of gift shops, as well as a pretty water front and boat hire. The historic city of Cambridge is easily accessible for the day and well worth a visit. One of the nicest ways to explore the city is by punt, which meanders through the city and passes many of the stunning university grounds. There are also many shops, pubs, restaurants and theatres. Norwich, famous for its cathedral is also within easy reach, where a visit to the stunning cathedral is not to be missed, as is the famous mustard shop, with many new and old varieties can be purchased. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.

Entrance hall. Small sunny reading room with open fire. Living room with open fire and French doors to garden. Dining room with decorative old-fashioned Range French door to terrace. Sitting room with TV. Well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room with oil double Aga and two electric cookers. Games room with door to courtyard. Two separate toilets. Mezzanine floor: 4 steps to twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet (also accessed via separate staircase from dining room). Bathroom with shower cubicle and toilet. First floor: One double bedroom and three twin bedrooms (one double room has interconnecting door to twin). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Separate toilet. Second mezzanine bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Second floor: Three twin bedrooms (all with interconnecting lockable doors).