The Garden Cottage

About this property

Castle Hedingham is a picturesque village nestled on the Suffolk-Essex border and is renowned for its historic medieval castle and captivating surroundings. The centrepiece of the village is Hedingham Castle, a well-preserved Norman keep dating back to the 12th century. This imposing fortress is the backdrop to this wonderful property situated on the edge of the estate. The surrounding area is a bucolic haven, featuring quaint cottages, meandering streams, and verdant fields. Visitors can explore the serene countryside, replete with idyllic walking paths that are directly on your doorstep and a selection of excellent country pubs. Nearby Clare, (8.1 miles) is another enchanting village, boasting a magnificent 13th-century priory, cobbled streets lined with independent shops and cafes as well as a picturesque country park. The Dedham Vale aonb is within easy reach too (16 miles) with stunning places to explore that follow the river Stour and across to the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths aonb.

This pretty and traditional estate cottage is nestled in the Lord’s Orchard and is the ideal setting for a couple or small family looking for your next rural retreat. Steeped in character and charm the cottage has a cosy sitting room with window seat that looks across the gardens and an open fire for extra cosiness in the winter. A further drawing room hosts a sofa, desk, and a lovely spot to read and relax in. The farmhouse style kitchen is fully equipped for your self-catering stay and includes the dining table with seating for all four guests. A handy ground floor cloakroom is also available. Upstairs is a private sanctuary as this cottage is often used for bridal parties when the estate hosts weddings. The main bedroom has a comfy double bed and lovely views over the orchard and gardens. There are two further bedrooms both offering a single bed in each and a dressing room for getting ready for the day. A shared family bathroom with bath and overhead shower completes the property.

The gardens that envelope this cottage are beautiful. The ancient orchard with its bountiful fruit trees, acres of private parkland and a large lake abundant with wildlife are just some of the areas to explore. The impressive estate spans a history of 900 years with the castle perched on top of the hill at its heart.

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