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Living area
Interior detail
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Bramfield, ENG
  • Place, Halesworth Gallery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Halesworth Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast

Set back from the road. Built circa 1750, this traditional timber-framed cottages has been carefully renovated and fitted out to a high standard to offer comfortable accommodation whilst retaining many original features such as oak beams, wattle and daub walls and a bread oven.

One of two adjoining cottages available to rent, No 9 is a cosy cottage that sleeps 3-4 people and is available for stays of 3 nights or more. Because of the limitations on how we can set prices on this site please ask for a quote for short stays of between 4-6 nights so that we can apply a discount.

On the ground floor is the living/dining room. Has two comfortable sofas around an open fire, perfect for cosy winter evenings. There is a dining area to one side. The small well-equipped kitchen also has a microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. There is a small worktop freezer located in the cupboard in the living room.

The shower room and toilet are also on the ground floor.

On the first floor, there are two bedrooms with views to the front. The second bedroom which is accessed through the main bedroom has a single bed plus a pull out second bed when required both beds have sprung mattresses. Blackout blinds are fitted at the windows.

At the back is a small semi-enclosed garden set out with a garden table and chairs where you can enjoy the fabulous view over open farmland.
The cottages are located in a village just outside the Blyth valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. We love the slower pace of life, the relaxed atmosphere, and the great local produce.

The village has a family and dog-friendly pub that serves good food and a good local shop where basic supplies can be bought. Both are within a short walk from the cottages.

The cottage offers an ideal location for exploring the Suffolk coastal area and delving deeper into the Suffolk countryside.

Please Note: As is fairly common of workers cottages of this age the ceiling height is low with some low beams (less than 6ft). The Stairs are also quite steep so are not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel cot and high chair available on request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional fee £20
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
no candles

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast on 1 Jul 2026 start from £86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Views over open farmland ideally situated for exploring the Suffolk coast located?

This family-friendly Halesworth cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Halesworth Gallery, The Cut Arts Centre and St Peter's Church, Wenhaston. Halesworth Museum and Suffolk Coast and Heaths are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful rustic cottage in a gorgeous location. Perfect for exploring Southwold and surrounding villages
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

A lovely relaxing stay in a beautiful cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday cottage review

A very clean and comfortable cottage with everything needed for an enjoyable holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
I'm so pleased you had a good holiday.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage

We had a great stay. Cottage is small but was perfect for us and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Glad you had a greaty stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bramfield stay

Matched what the property posting suggested and we had a very pleasant stay. We were blessed with a superb week of weather .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Delighted you liked the cottage and had a good holiday in lovely Suffolk. Of course good weather always helps but in the land of big skies we love it in all weathers.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage in a brilliant location for getting around Suffolk. We enjoyed days out to Orfordness, Sutton Hoo and Framlingham Castle. The view at the back of the cottage is simply stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country cottage with beautiful garden

Cottage is compact, but well equipped with everything you need. Slept well in a lovely comfortable bed. Beautiful cottage garden at the front. Nice quiet location. About 15 mins drive from Minsmere and Dunwich Heath. My third stay here and hopefully not my last.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy to book, great information

Really easy to book and to directly communicate with. I’ve used a lot of agencies and for quickness they’re up there Will use them again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
So pleased you had a good and relaxing holiday and found it easy to book with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Little Cottage

Perfect place to explore the local area . Cosy & comfortable with everything you needed. Lovely outdoor area to sit , eat and admire the views . We were in the area for the Latitude festival which was a short drive away with easy access Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a relaxed getaway

Lovely characterful cottage in good location on outskirts of pleasant village of Bramfield within easy reach of Suffolk coast and countryside. Cottage clean, tidy and with all the facilities needed. Hosts provided lots of information on the cottage, local area and places to eat. Thanks to Jacqui for making our stay so enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Delighted you had an enjoyable stay at our cottage. Thank you for being great guests
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage

Lovely old cottage, which was well-equipped and comfortable. We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed sitting in the garden and on the patio. Location was convenient. Would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

PHILIP M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Revisiting Suffolk

Compact but well equipped. Hales worth more or less as it always was and coastal sites as brilliant as ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Suffolk stay.

A lovely cosy cottage. Beautiful uninterrupted over fields..The staircase to the bedrooms was a challenge coming down, until you have come down a couple of stairs to reach the hand rail. Everything else was great. Also the cake left in the fridge for us ftom the owners. Great food in the pub down the road.
Front garden
The wall opposite the church in the village. I believe it's called crinkle crinkle wall
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage with beautiful garden

Good to have a return visit to this lovely cottage. I love the front garden, which is full of traditional 'cottage garden' flowers and was as beautiful as I remembered. The inside is tastefully furnished and well equipped with everything you need. It's a good base for visiting the coast and the nearby reserves such as Minsmere.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Rural retreat

Lovely cottage with beautiful gardens. Check in and out times need verification (should be 4pm check in, 10am check out). Upstairs layout needs to state twin room accessed via double room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2024
Thank you for your feedback we are pleased you liked the cottage. The main description of the property does state that the twin room is accessed through the main bedroom. "On the first floor, there are two bedrooms with views to the front. The second bedroom which is accessed through the main bedroom" we are sorry if you missed that when making the booking. Also, check-in times are correct on the main listing, so I'm not quite sure where we need to clarify this.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quiet cottage with lovely garden

Cottage is compact, but there was plenty of space for us (two adults) and it had a lovely homely feel with tasteful furniture and furnishings. Many original features have been preserved. We had all the equipment and utensils we needed. Despite the main road location, it feels surprising quiet and peaceful due to the beautifully planted cottage garden at the front and the rear patio with lovely view over the fields. The location is convenient for the coast. Minsmere and Dunwich Heath are about 15-20 mins drive. Ideally, I like to be even closer, but I made a late booking so was just pleased to find this cottage available. It worked out better than I'd imagined as we loved the cottage. I would definitely return in future if not able to find anything suitable (smaller lets seem to be harder to find) closer to the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Delighted that the cottage exceeded expectations and that you enjoyed your stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mieke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leuke complete cottage langs doorgaande (drukke) weg

Een heerlijk verblijf in een echt Engelse cottage op het platteland van Suffolk, op zo' n 15 km van de kust. Leuke badplaatsjes en andere gezellige plaatsen in de buurt. Goed fietsbaar!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great discovery. Perfekt for vacation.

Thanks for your Trust and nice hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful authentic tasteful cottage.

Good location with easily accessible places of interest to visit. Lovely village with a friendly pub and farm shop.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely mini break

Adorable cottage in a lovely setting with plenty of great places to visit close by including some lovely villages and beautiful coastline. Cottage had everything we needed and communication with the host was good and easy. Many thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr Paul riseborough

It was a small but had everything we needed nice and peaceful nice views from the rear garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bramfield

A really nice cottage. Great location for access to different areas of the coast. Well equipped and comfortable. Really nice front garden. The road was slightly busy at times at the front of the house but didn't cause us too much concern. A great stay. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a lovely stay in a nice cosy cottage

Very good lovely host
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ally I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most amazing Christmas ever!

Firstly Jacqui was amazing and super accommodating and what to thank her for giving us the opportunity to stay in such a beautiful home! We were absolutely overwhelmed with how beautiful this little cottage was, the views from the back door was the most peaceful sights we had ever seen out of all of the holiday stay we have had! We had a log fire throughout Christmas Day and spent the three night stay curled up playing games and watching Harry Potter in the evenings. It had everything you needed and was super cozy! There was a lovely forest a short drive away we had a walk around ever day call dunwich forest. We will definitely return in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
I'm delighted you had such a good Christmas at the cottage. I look forward to seeing you again.

About the host

Hosted by Jacqui Bellefontaine

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The daughter of a Master baker, I grew up on the Kent coast. I am now a London based cookery writer who loves escaping to the Suffolk countryside. I enjoy gardening and taking long walks on the local beaches.

Why they chose this property

We have been holidaying at Hill Cottages Suffolk for over 30 years, we love the slower pace of life, the relaxed atmosphere and the great local produce. When the adjoining cottages to our original cottage came on the market in recent years we decided to buy them so we could share this wonderful holiday location with others.

What makes this property unique

The cottages are situtated in a village just outside the Blyth valley an area of outstanding natural beauty. There offer an ideal location for exploring the Suffolk coastal area so you can explore and find your favourite bit of the Suffolk.

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