Guests say
Angel Lane is a charming, characterful cottage in the heart of Woodbridge, praised for its excellent location, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities. Guests consistently highlight the comfortable beds, thoughtful touches, and inviting conservatory and garden. The property is ideal for those seeking a cosy, homely stay with easy access to local shops, restaurants, and walks. While the steep stairs and lack of dedicated parking may pose challenges for those with mobility issues or young children, most guests found these manageable and outweighed by the cottage’s many positives.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with multiple guests describing the cottage as spotless, very clean, and well maintained throughout their stay.
The location is highly rated, with guests appreciating the short walk to Woodbridge’s amenities, restaurants, and river walks, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Comfort is a standout feature, especially the large, cosy beds and inviting living spaces. The only recurring concern is the steep stairs, which may not suit everyone.
Facilities are described as excellent and very well equipped, including a well-stocked kitchen, conservatory, garden, and thoughtful extras. Minor suggestions included a vegetable peeler and information on local shops.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, milk, and other treats on arrival. While these gestures are much appreciated, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
In a quiet area set within a picturesque small town there is so much to do right on the doorstep..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Conservatory.
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with sitting out area, garden furniture and BBQ. On road parking 200-yards away. No smoking. Please note: No children under 6 years old. There are steps from the roadway to the back gate and in the garden.. Built in the 1700s for fishermen who worked the river Deben, which was once a big trade route, this gorgeous Grade II listed building is nestled in a quiet, historical, and picturesque street.
Angel Lane provides the perfect escape for couples seeking a romantic break, friends hoping to catch up and small families looking for a stylish, luxury base from which to explore while being surrounded by great places to eat and drink, all accessible on foot. Beautifully restored by its owner and furnished with love and care, this quirky property is packed with personality and boasts a lovely feature wood burning stove, making this a great year-round choice.
Please be aware, the property has two staircases to each of the two bedrooms, these are fairly steep and a little twisty as would be expected in a cottage of this age.
On the border of an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Woodbridge itself boasts a great range of independent shops, fabulous foodie venues and traditional markets, and there are some very picturesque walks from here too.
Venture a little further and find the home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time, Sutton Hoo very close by. You will also find yourself very close to the stunning Suffolk Heritage coastline, which is perfect for lazy beach days or brisk walks. Visit the fashionable seaside villages of Aldeburgh and Southwold, both offering a range of things to see and do and of course beautiful beaches. Or head to National Trust Orford Ness Nature Reserve which is ranked among the most important shingle features in the world where rare and fragile wildlife thrives where weapons, including atomic bombs, were once tested and perfected. For a change of pace, head to Ipswich and have lunch or dinner on the much-photographed Marina or head into the centre for a spot of shopping. Then head back to Angel Lane, head into town for a lovely dinner or relax and unwind in the cosy living room and talk about adventures yet to come. Just perfect!
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
No children under 6 years old.
Nearby points of interest
- Ipswich Transport Museum
- Christchurch Mansion
- Ipswich Museum
- Framlingham Castle
- Orford Castle
Reviews (25)
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Confirmed Guest
The holiday house was lovely overall, but the lack of convenient parking and the slippery, winding stairs let the property down slightly.We had a three-year-old with us, so the stairs became a stressful part of each day as we constantly had to hold his hand and make sure he didn’t fall.One positive surprise was that the second bedroom is not accessed through the small hatch shown in the booking photos. In reality, there are two separate winding staircases leading up to the bedroom, although neither is pictured. The hatch is simply a charming opening through which guests can communicate with one another.Overall, we had a great stay.
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Confirmed Guest
Wonderful holiday and Angel Lane. The owner Clive has created a cosy little hideaway, with all the home comforts and more. Excellent location a short walk from town where there are plenty of lovely restaurants to eat in (we had Sunday lunch at The Bull, dinner at The Captains Table and lunch at The Railway Cafe & Two Magpies Bakery). There is also a Adnams tap house with an excellent section of ales, beers, gins and wines. The courtyard garden was perfect to relax in as we visited in the middle of a heatwave and was much needed to get out the heat. Close to beautiful beaches and there’s so much to do for all ages in the local area. We had a brilliant day out at Jimmy’s Farm which was only 20 minutes away. Most importantly the beds are comfortable and the shower is good! Yes the stairs are steep but it’s part of the cottages character and you might need to park a short walk away but all of this is worth it.
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Lorraine Flood
Very well equipped , thoughtful touches ( picnic basket /ice blocks , beach towels , throws etc ), amazing use of space especially in the kitchen.Despite staying during the current heatwave the property was comfortable ( fan provided ) with shade in the garden .Clive was very approachable and supplied full info and photos for our arrival. The welcome pack that he supplied was much appreciated especially the water and fruit juice in the fridge .The property is very well located for all amenities albeit there is a short uphill walk to the main road.As mentioned in other reviews this property has steep stairs to the bedrooms and deep steps from the living room to the kitchen and from the kitchen to the conservatory so may be difficult for people with mobility problems. Overall this is a very comfortable cottage for all seasons as Clive, the owner, has thought of everything to make your stay perfect.