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What a lovely bolt hole.

Cottage in Stowmarket with kitchen

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to Blackberry Cottage, a charming semi-detached retreat perfect for couples. Unwind in the open plan living space with French Doors Leading To Courtyard or snuggle up in the comfortable kingsize bedroom. With private parking and a lawned garden, this cottage offers tranquility amidst Suffolk's picturesque countryside.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

What a lovely bolt hole.

What a lovely bolt hole! Lovingly furnished and full of charm, a great place from which to explore the great local area. A wonderful choice for a couples retreat.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview Smart TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, French Doors Leading To Courtyard

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Blackberry Cottage offers the perfect retreat for couples seeking somewhere lovely to relax and unwind. This charming semi-detached cottage boasts a light and spacious open plan living space, alongside a comfortable double bedroom snuggled within the eaves.

The nearby market town of Stowmarket has lots of great places to eat, drink and shop and is also home to the Museum of East Anglian Life, which is well worth a visit. Venture a little further however and you will find that you are in the perfect position to explore Suffolk, or alternatively hop on a train to the medieval city of Norwich, bursting with interesting spots to visit and sure to impress the history buff in the family. The much celebrated and photographed villages of Lavenham and Long Melford are close by, as are Ipswich, with its picturesque quay, Bury St Edmunds, with its famous abbey and amazing Christmas market, and Newmarket, where you can enjoy horse races and more.

Nature lovers should take the time to visit Thetford Forest, where the more adventurous can also experience Go Ape. Coastal lovers can explore the Suffolk Heritage Coast, starting with Aldeburgh and then traveling to Southwold with its pier and painted beach huts. After a busy day, you can return to Blackberry Cottage where you can be sure of a good night’s sleep.

These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Free WiFi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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1 bedroom accommodation in Moats Tye near Stowmarket
1 Bedroom Accommodation in Moats Tye, Near Stowmarket Cottage
1 Bedroom Accommodation in Moats Tye, Near Stowmarket Stowmarket

About the area

Located in Stowmarket, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradfield Woods and Blakenham Woodland Garden, while Food Museum and Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Crown Pools or Portman Road.
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Moats Tye, near Stowmarket

What's nearby

  • Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Portman Road - 20 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 22 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 22 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Jimmy's Farm - 24 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

  • Stowmarket Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Gladstone Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Little Wellington - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is What a lovely bolt hole. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at What a lovely bolt hole.?

As of 24 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at What a lovely bolt hole. on 8 Nov 2025 start from NZ$352.13, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at What a lovely bolt hole.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at What a lovely bolt hole.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is What a lovely bolt hole. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Food Museum and within 9 miles (15 km) of Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum and Cotton Mechanical Music Museum. EmZo and Lavenham Falconry are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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What a lovely bolt hole. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kim Feeney

Lovely cottage, very clean, warm & cosy.

Lovely cottage, very clean, warm & cosy. Nice welcome pack on arrival, bread, butter, tea, coffee, OJ, milk, etc. Nice size secure garden for my two dogs. A little confusing to find at first, postcode stops you further down the road but the instructions from owner how to carry on are quite clear.Only downside for me was it being on a fairly busy country road, not mentioned in the listing, so it wasn't possible to take my dogs for just a local walk in the area and nearest dog walking area was 3 mile drive away.Overall, a lovely cottage and great for a base if you are planning on travelling around.

8/10 Good

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice place to stay for our short break with outside seating area at the rear which was welcome as it was very hot weather and it was far too hot in the house with no air conditioning or fan provided. We had taken a fan with us ourselves which we needed on both floors if the house. Lots of wasps/insects entering the house due to the weather. Can accommodate babies and pets too. Well equipped apart from no hairdryer. House looked a different colour (darker) from the website, so difficult to find.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025