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Gabriels Place

Walsham-le-Willows, near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Rural bolthole cleverly mixing modern open-plan living with traditional features
  • Spread out on the sofa in the rustic lounge in front of the cosy wood burner
  • Sleep soundly in the large master bedroom with an en-suite and vaulted ceiling

Overview
Property code: OC-GABPLA

Set within one of Suffolk’s most idyllic villages, Walsham le Willows, Gabriel’s Place is a pretty, little terrace cottage at its heart. Tucked away from the main road, this petite countryside bolthole is the ideal romantic retreat for two. The village itself is surrounded by long stretches of open fields with wildlife in abundance and with many lovely long walks directly from your doorstep, this truly is the escape to the country you have been looking for. There are also two great pubs in the village and a lovely café.

Gabriel’s Place is full of charm and character with its exposed timber frame inside, wonderful wooden floorboards and glorious inglenook fireplace now fitted with roaring log burner, making this an excellent choice for year-round holidays. In addition to this wealth of features, Gabriel’s Place plays host to a generous and welcoming kingsize bedroom, with ensuite bathroom. In addition, there is a large landing with a single bed and pull-out trundle bed and a well-equipped kitchen for all your culinary needs. This idyllic escape awaits to help rest and recharge those batteries in the heart of the wonderful Suffolk countryside.

If this wasn’t already enough, the location is perfect for exploring some of Suffolk’s most beautiful places. Just a 10-minute drive, is Wyken Vineyards which has a divine country store, vineyard, and delicious restaurant to enjoy. Bury St Edmunds is only half an hour’s drive and is full of wonderful architecture, rich history and beautiful Cathedral and Abbey Gardens. There are also some of Suffolk’s finest eateries including award winning Peas Porridge, Maison Bleue and 1921. And if you fancy a day chasing the waves on Aldeburgh or Southwold beach, just an hour away too.

Why we love this property: Ideally situated to explore this wonderful region.

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting Room: Smart TV, DVD player, Radio speaker, wood burner and soft seating.
Kitchen: Oven, hob, microwave, undercounter fridge-freezer, dining table with 2/4 chairs.
Cloakroom: Shower, wc and washbasin.
Utility Area: washing machine and storage. 

FIRST FLOOR
Master Bedroom: Kingsize bed, bedside table with lamps, wardrobe and two chest of drawers. Ensuite: Bath with shower attachment, wc and washbasin.
Bedroom 2: Large landing with single bed and pull-out trundle bed too.

Garden: Small courtyard at front of property with bistro set.
Parking: 1 off road parking space.
Heating: Central heating and log burner.
Pets: 2 well behaved dogs allowed.
Notes: Wi-Fi, logs, bed linen and towels provided. Open tread stairs

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 single (with extra single trundle bed)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, small fridge-freezer, microwave
  • washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request, please provide own cot linen
  • Wood burner (logs provided)
  • Smart TV, DVD player, radio speaker
  • 3 well-behaved dogs allowed
  • Small courtyard at the front of the property with bistro furniture
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Shop 0.2 miles
  • Pub 0.5 miles
  • Sleeps 3 +1 guests
  • Open tread stairs
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Heidi Brackenbury

This property is personally managed by Heidi.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Richard 14th June 2026

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Lovely cottage, in a great village and a very thoughtful welcome pack. We both slept well with all the essentials available in the cottage. Like home from home, a comfortable stay. Thank you.

Reviewed by Anne 10th November 2025

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The details were misleading and the property entirely unsuitable for dogs. A shared driveway that was very neglected as, was the tiny front patio. Noisy neighbours were extremely close to the property and the front gate would not close properly. We did not even get the dogs out of the car and returned home. The local pub served "school dinners" typRead moree food. The position of the terraced property did not even tempt us to stay. We obviously will have to pay considerable more to get what we want. Hide

Reviewed by Trevor 20th October 2025

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Attending an event in Walsham so perfect but the surrounding area was beautiful and so many walks which I tried different ones every morning of our stay

Reviewed by Sabine 17th October 2025

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We really enjoyed our stay and felt very comfortable. The cottage is really cosy and has everything you need, thank you very much. The host was extremely friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Ann 10th October 2025

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Stunning beautiful cottage

Reviewed by Lynda 28th September 2025

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Lovely cottage, very well equipped and comfortable. Good location to explore the area. Main downside was the only pub serving food, the Blue Boar, was really not very good.

Reviewed by Lynda 25th September 2025

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Loved the place. Equipped with everything you'd need. Host John was very accommodating. Has a book with pretty much everything you need for a stay re places to eat, visit etc.good wifi .

Reviewed by Dawn 27th August 2025

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The cottage was in a lovely village. Not far away from places to visit. The court yard was a lot smaller than it looked on the website. Not suitable for the dogs as the wall by the gate was very low.

Reviewed by Fiona 15th May 2025

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Thank you for a lovely stay at Gabriels Place. It was clean, very comfortable, lovely beds and superb linens, great location for discovering west of Suffolk. Parking much appreciated. Lovely walks from the doorstep. John made us very welcome.

Reviewed by Roy 6th May 2025

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We enjoyed our stay in this characterful cottage, which was well equipped apart from a very small fridge freezer. A nice touch was the welcome pack of good quality produce. The Blue Boar in the village was very friendly and went the extra mile to accommodate us when we arrived late for a meal due to a lorry accident holding us up.

Reviewed by Richard 29th March 2025

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Reviewed by Janet 18th November 2024

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Only booked to stay for a couple of days but it was very comfortable. Lots of information in the file, butcher's shop is well stocked and the bacon in the welcome pack was very good. Everyone we met was very friendly and the owner kindly came and lit the log fire for us as we weren't sure what to do!

Reviewed by Hayley 22nd September 2024

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Just back from a lovely week at Gabriel's place. What a beautiful cottage and village. Everyone so friendly. The Blue Boar Pub had excellent food, and the Six Bells was like going back in time. The walks recommended were good. Everyone we met wanted to chat and the dog water bowl outside the cottages around the village was lovely. The county of SuRead moreffolk was gorgeous. The good weather was a bonus. We will be definitely back. Hide

Reviewed by Julia 7th September 2024

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Loved it

Reviewed by Lynn 25th August 2024

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The cottage is situated in a lovely village, the quietness is blissful. The cottage could have done with a better clean though. But had all we needed for our 3 night stay. The owner lives next door and is very nice and welcoming.

Reviewed by Seamus 9th July 2024

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A lovely cottage in a friendly village and the owner is both friendly and helpful.

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