Ashfield Place by Group Retreats

Ashfield Place Farm is an exclusive country house set within six acres of private Suffolk countryside, ideal for large group stays, family celebrations and private retreats. Sleeping up to 28 guests across nine bedrooms, the property combines historic character with spacious living areas designed for gathering together comfortably.

The fully stocked kitchen includes everything needed to prepare meals for your group, or you may arrange a private chef experience while you relax. The dining room seats up to 24 guests, with additional tables available if required, making shared meals a central part of the stay.

The main lounge offers comfortable seating and a TV for relaxed evenings together, while a separate snug provides a quieter space to unwind. Four indoor fireplaces create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the house. A dedicated games room features a pool table, board games and a Bluetooth speaker, perfect for multi generational stays and celebratory weekends.

Accommodation is arranged across nine beautifully designed bedrooms sleeping up to 28 guests. Two bedrooms are en suite, supported by additional shared bathrooms to ensure comfort for larger groups.

Outside, guests have exclusive access to extensive gardens and private grounds including:

• Outdoor swimming pool (available 1 April to 1 October)
• Year round heated hot tub
• Tennis court
• Large lawns ideal for outdoor dining, games and relaxing in nature

The gardens offer both space for lively gatherings and peaceful countryside moments, with many scenic spots perfect for picnics and outdoor relaxation.

The property is pet friendly, welcoming well behaved dogs throughout your stay.

Guests enjoy exclusive use of the house and surrounding grounds throughout their stay. The hot tub and tennis court are available year round.
Electric vehicles are not to be charged from our electricity supply at any of our properties. Kindly use the Zapmap app to find the nearest public charging place to the property.

• Please observe and adhere to all speed limits on the driveways.
• Please do not enter the working farms. This is for your own safety as the farmers could be shooting.
• When on our walking routes, please close all gates and keep any dogs on leads.
• Please adhere to all signage with regards to parking. Do not park anywhere which may cause a nuisance to our neighbours.
• Noise. Please respect our neighbours, in particular, with regards to noise – consider children’s bedtimes. Your gathering must be brought inside by 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends to control noise.
• The pools and hot tubs may be check during your stay by the caretaker. Please be aware that he may be on the premises for this and for other maintenance purposes.
• The pool cover is not a safety cover and must be removed fully before swimming. It will not support your weight.
• Children must not be allowed to enter the pool area unsupervised.
• Please do not swim in the lakes.
• Please ensure to use the designated smoking areas only.
• Only wood is to be burned in our fires and these must be extinguished if left or when you go to bed.
• Children must be supervised at all times.
• Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the hot tub.
• The hot tub must be filled with water at all times. If the water level falls below the top water jets it must be refilled immediately.
• If the pool or hot tub water is not completely clear it must not be used. Please inform us immediately if this happens.
• No glass to be taken to the pool or hot tub.
• If bringing dogs with you, please ensure to keep them under control and away from any livestock.
• Do not use any glitter or confetti. No decorations are to be sellotaped, pinned or blue tacked to the walls or doors.
• We do not allow fireworks, external speakers, DJ’s, marquees, or day guests exceeding the maximum number of guests at the property.
• Noise must be kept to a reasonable level at all times. If playing music indoors during the evenings, please ensure to keep any windows closed.
When You Leave
• The house must be vacated by 11am at the latest.
• All rubbish must be removed from the house and gardens, and placed in the correct bins outside.
• All washing up must be done or loaded into the dishwasher.
• All unused food is to be thrown away or taken with you.
• All furniture and items must be returned to where they came from.
Failure to observe the above rules may result in loss of damage deposit.