This charming barn conversion is the perfect romantic retreat, with spacious accommodation, a private garden and a peaceful, rural location. Ideal for couples.. All on the Ground Floor:
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, No Toilet
Separate Toilet.. Oil central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Games/utility room with freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, pool table, table tennis and dartboard (shared with other property on-site). Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 30 acres of gardens and paddocks, with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Set between the pretty Suffolk villages of Yaxley and Melis, Coachman’s Cottage is a great base for exploring Suffolk and parts of Norfolk. It borders Mellis Common, a 240-acre nature reserve, which is a designated conservation area and a special landscape area. Coachman’s cottage offers spacious accommodation for three people and has a shower cubicle and a bath, along with a lovely range to cook on and an enclosed garden. With equestrian facilities on-site, hacks are available if arranged prior to arrival, along with the use of qualified coaching staff. With Norwich, Bury St Edmunds and Ipswich all around 40 minutes away, you can head in any direction and find something great to see and do.
Visit Norwich and explore the splendid Norman castle and numerous museums and galleries. Head to Bury St Edmunds with its beautiful abbey, or even Ipswich where you will find its waterfront packed with cafés, galleries and shops. For a change of pace, you can be in picturesque Southwold or Walderswick in just 50 minutes. Here you will find beautiful coastal sand dunes and wide, sandy beaches. Both resorts offer all the charm of traditional seaside holidays and boast great places to eat and drink.
Closer by lies the pretty market town of Eye, Bressingham Steam museum and Gardens, Banham Zoo and the historical town of Diss. Whether you are travelling as a couple or with children there is much to see and do in the area. Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
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The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Coachman's Cottage - UK11449 pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Coachman's Cottage - UK11449?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coachman's Cottage - UK11449 on 28 May 2026 start from £109, 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 Coachman's Cottage - UK11449?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Coachman's Cottage - UK11449?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Coachman's Cottage - UK11449?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Coachman's Cottage - UK11449 located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Little Green Wedding Barn and within 6 miles (10 km) of Diss Golf Club and Scole Pocket Park. Frenze Beck Nature Reserve and Victoria Centre Retail Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Quiet, rural location close to many interesting sights
The cottage was spacious and well-appointed, though a little chilly on unseasonably cool mornings. It was an excellent base for exploring the region and is also in a very quiet location. We would stay there again and will recommend it to friends.
Terrie A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Henry Bateman
7 Oct 2025
Very good area for cycling on quite roads, with plenty of storage for bikes.
Very good area for cycling on quite roads, with plenty of storage for bikes.6th. visit here should speak for its self.
Enjoyed my stay, the cottage is well equipped and very spacious whilst being cozy.
Jane D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patricia
3 Nov 2020
Spacious, modern accommodation.
Spacious, modern accommodation. Very comfortable & convenient.
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Patricia
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Caron
18 Oct 2020
Lovely spacious cottage, tastefully decorated and furnished throughout.
Lovely spacious cottage, tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. Well equipped - home from home. Missing information such as emergency medical, dental and veterinary contacts and refuse/recycling facilities.
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Caron
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Barry
15 Oct 2020
Clean, comfortable and well equipped property.
Clean, comfortable and well equipped property. One drawback was no where to hang wet clothes or an area for muddy boots.
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Barry
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Helen
14 Oct 2020
I can highly recommend this cottage.
I can highly recommend this cottage.It was very warm and cozy and had a well equipped kitchen.The beautiful flowers and drink mixes in the fridge were much appreciated.It is situated in such a quiet lovely part of Suffolk and you can even stroll to the local pub.
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Helen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary
6 Oct 2020
Very comfortable clean cottage with everything you needed provided.
Very comfortable clean cottage with everything you needed provided. Very quiet and relaxing. plenty of lovely places to go within short driving distance.
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Mary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda
4 Oct 2020
L
Lovely cottage nice treats on arrival couldn’t be better
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Linda
From a partner site
8/10 Good
J
5 Sept 2020
W
We both felt that although the cottage was wonderful there were things that could have been done better when we booked we thought we could sit outside the double doors but no they were in the courtyard and could not be left open the kitchen should have been on that side of the cottage and double doors should have led to the garden which was very unkept and needed tidying up the bed was comfortable didn’t get the bathroom and separated toilet at all
We were informed that the washer and dryer was shared not a problem until you want to use them the other cottages just didn’t empty them when they were clean and dry and you so need to wash towels at least once in the week so we would not recommend unless updates were made
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J
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David
24 Aug 2020
Situated in nice part of country, lovely scenery.
Situated in nice part of country, lovely scenery. The cottage was modern and clean. Even supplied good weather. Although in Suffolk close in Norfork so best of both worlds.
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David
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