Near Ipswitch,(90 minutes from London)
17+ people
This magnificent Victorian house is set within a 5,000 acre estate on the doorstep of the beautiful Suffolk Broads, an area known for its wonderful coast, “swallows and amazons” style sailing and pretty market towns.
Probably one of the most romantic houses that we have seen with towers, a winter garden and immaculately decorated state rooms; this is complimented by the vibrantly fresh family rooms and stylish bedrooms which bring to this breathtaking house an easy charm and welcoming atmosphere. Add to this a swimming pool, tennis courts and a 2 mile long lake and this becomes the perfect country retreat whatever your event.
The long drive sweeps along the estate paths until you glimpse the house, so immediately spectacular that you will never take for granted your time spent there.
The state rooms allow you to drift back to a world of Victorian opulence - gleaming wood panels, magnificent antiques and grand proportions greet you along with floods of light from large elegant windows. Revel in well maintained craftwork from centuries ago still as beautiful as when it was first made and the sense that you are experiencing something really special.
The family rooms offer the same elegance but the young owners have added touches of artistic flair which is remarkable in styling as well as in comfort. We particularly love the huge kitchen and breakfast space leading straight to the gardens and pool – even your most jaded friends will be suitably impressed.
The bedrooms are newly decorated with care and taste and the new bathrooms are spaces to luxuriate in.
As if all this wasn’t enough, the gardens are outstanding – far reaching estate and park views, a Victorian aviary, a sunken lavender garden and the magnificent glass winter garden – the ideal place for some serious entertaining or a sunny spot for a quiet cup of tea.
Facilities include a heated outdoor pool which must have one of the most surprising settings ever, and a tennis court. There is also a 2 mile long private lake with summer houses and water skiing.
When describing this wonderful estate it has been hard for us to think of any event for which it wouldn’t suit. Marvellous enough to impress the most prestigious guests but offering so much warmth and comfort that a month long family holiday would also be perfect.
If you have ever dreamed of having your own estate but wanted it with modern comforts or you are looking for something totally unique then prepare to find everything you were looking for and more right here.
At a glance:
9 bedrooms to sleep 17 * |
TV, DVD, Playstation, Wi-Fi |
5 doubles, 3 twin, 1 single |
Boot/gun room |
3 en-suite and 2 shared bathrooms |
Open fires |
Drawing room |
Tennis court and croquet lawn |
Library |
12 acres of gardens with a maze |
Playroom |
300 acres of parkland with marquee site |
Snug |
5000 acre estate |
Study |
Lake with summer houses and water skiing |
Family kitchen/breakfast |
River frontage on the estate |
Dining room (to seat 20) |
90 minutes from London |
Ballroom (to seat 35) |
Easy access to the Norfolk and Suffolk broads for sailing |
Winter garden and loggia (upto 160) |
Licensed for civil ceremonies |
Great hall |
Staffed and catered |
Catering kitchen |
Prices from £8000 for a 3 night stay for 17 people** |
*Additional boutique hotel accommodation available on request,contact us for details
**Price includes breakfast. Additional catering priced as required,contact us for details



9 bedrooms to sleep 17 *




