Ivy House, Mells

About this property

Halesworth 1.9 miles. Occupying a wonderful rural location, Ivy House is a stunning detached farmhouse offering the perfect holiday destination for a gathering of family and friends. The farmhouse boasts a wealth of traditional features as well as providing loads of fantastic sociable spaces to keep everyone entertained. The sitting room is bright and colourful with ample seating and a flat-screen TV, making it the perfect spot for curling up and chilling out together whilst the snug offers a fabulous alternative entertaining space and comes complete with an attractive woodburning stove. A particular feature of the property is the warm and welcoming kitchen/diner which is fully fitted with a well-equipped kitchen and has a charming separate dining area with woodburning stove and there is even a miniature table and chairs for the little ones. Outside there is around an acre of mature gardens which are ideal for the whole family to explore; imagine the children enjoying the gardens whilst the grown-ups relax on the decking. There are a number of picnic spots in the gardens and there is even a barbecue to fire up for easy alfresco dining. Come bedtime and there is a bed to suit everyone, from two super-king-sizes, a further king size and a double, as well as a twin and a single. All are beautifully presented and provide an authentically rustic sleeping experience. Waking up in the morning after a refreshing night’s sleep, there is nowhere better to be than Ivy House, so jump in the bath or shower, take a coffee on the decking and plan the day’s activities. Halesworth is not far from the property and boasts an excellent selection of shops and amenities with a golf club and equestrian centre also nearby. There are some stunning walks and hikes in the area from a walk to the pub at Blyford to a hike in Dunwich forest; all are rewarded with some breath-taking views along the way. Towns worth visiting while you are in the area include Walberswick, Beccles and Norwich and for a day at the beach to remember head to Southwold, Thorpeness and Aldeburgh. If you’re looking for a truly memorable holiday experience, book a trip to Ivy House.

The delightful Suffolk market town of Halesworth is full of character, with old buildings, a weekly market held on a Wednesday and a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants, which are predominantly independent. The Halesworth Town Trail offers a walk through the town whilst learning about its history, whilst within easy reach is the gentle, undulating surrounding countryside, which is ideal for walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers. The beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coastline features unspoilt heathlands and the rspb Minsmere Nature Reserve, whilst the internationally renowned Snape Maltings Concert Hall, and the delightful coastal towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh are all within a short drive. With the cities of Ipswich and Norwich both within touring distance, Halesworth is an ideal location from which to discover Suffolk.

Accommodation

Six bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor single, 1 x super-king-size with en-suite with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king-size, 1 x king-size(zip/link, can be 2'6" twin on request), 1 x twin, 1 x double.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove.

Utility.

Sitting room.

Snug with woodburning stove

Gas central heating.

Gas oven, grill and hob, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher.

TV with FreeSat, CD player, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

A travel cot is available on request at time of booking.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Private gardens, decking, patio furniture, barbecue.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 1.7 miles, pub 0.7 miles.

Note: In-keeping with the period of the property there are some low beams and door frames.

Note: If you wish a travel cot, highchair and stairgate to be available please request at time of booking.

Note: If you wish the king size to be made up as 2'6" twin, please request.

Note: Sorry, no unaccompanied teenagers.

Note: Please make sure children are supervised at all times in the gardens