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Chestnut Tree Barns

Ilketshall St Margaret, Suffolk
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Sleeps 14
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 6
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Hot Tub
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • A complex of three exquisite properties - perfect for groups
  • Access to fabulous outdoor spaces including a meadow and dog paddock
  • Private hot tubs available for the two larger properties

Property code: OC-CTB

Chestnut Tree Barns is a collection of three individual properties, Ash, Cedar and Tree Tops. 

Ash is a pretty hand crafted, timber framed semi-detached cottage built to a traditional style and nestling in the Suffolk countryside. The cottage has been lovingly converted by the owners (who live on site) and furnished to a high standard with the emphasis being firmly placed on the holiday maker's comfort and enjoyment.

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting Room: TV, Netflix, DVD, inglenook fireplace housing a woodburner.
Dining Room: Table and chairs.
Kitchen: Electric cooker, fridge with ice box, microwave, dishwasher.
Bedroom 3: Double bed.
En-Suite Shower Room: Shower, washbasin and wc.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: Double bed.
Bedroom 2: Twin single beds
Bathroom: Bath, overbath mixer shower, washbasin and wc.

Garden: Paved terrace with patio furniture overlooking a fenced wildlife pond. Children should be supervised at all times. Gas barbecue. Meadow area available for ball games. 
Parking: Ample parking.
Heating: Oil heating.
Pets: Two well-behaved pets welcome (not puppies). Dogs not to be left unattended at any time.
Notes: Lead person in party must be 21 or over. Six berth hot tub under all weather, lit, oak barn - available up to 10.00 pm. Starter supply of wood for the wood burner supplied. Wi-Fi. Travel cot, high chair and stair gates available free of charge on request. Shared utility room with washing machine, drying space, iron, board plus large fridge freezer. 

Cedar is a pretty hand crafted timber framed semi-detached cottage, built to a traditional style and nestling in the Suffolk countryside. The cottage has been lovingly converted by the owners (who live on site) and furnished to a high standard with the emphasis being firmly placed on the holiday maker's comfort and enjoyment. This property could also be suitable for wheelchair uses with its ground floor bedroom and en-suite wet room.

GROUND FLOOR
Sitting Room:
 TV, Netflix, DVD, Inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove.
Dining Room: Table and chairs.
Kitchen: Electric cooker, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, dishwasher.
Bedroom 3: Double bed En-Suite Wet Room with shower, washbasin and wc.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King bed.
Bedroom 2: Twin single beds
Bathroom: Bath, overbath mixer shower, washbasin and wc.

Garden: Paved terrace with patio furniture and gas barbecue. The garden overlooks a fenced wildlife pond. Children should be supervised at all times.
Parking: Ample parking.
Heating: Oil fired heating.
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome (not puppies). Dogs not to be left unattended at the cottage.
Notes:  Lead person in party must be 21 or over. Six berth hot tub under all-weather garden gazebo - available until 10.00 pm. Starter wood for the wood burning stove provided, Wi-fi, lawn games. Travel Cot, High chair and Stair Gate available on request. Shared utility area with washing machine, drying space, iron and board plus large fridge and freezer. 

 

Tree Tops apartment is part of a hand crafted timber framed barn, built to a traditional style and nestling in the Suffolk countryside. The accommodation is contemporary and cosy and ideal for two people. There are great views from the sitting area overlooking fields. 

FIRST FLOOR
Open Plan Room with Sitting Area: TV with Netflix. Dining Area: Table and chairs. Kitchen Area: Electric oven, two induction hobs, fridge with ice box, microwave, dishwasher.
Bedroom: Double bed, TV.
Bathroom: Corner bath, washbasin and wc.

Garden: Small balcony area with table and chairs. 
Parking: Ample.
Heating: Oil heating.
Pets: Up to two small well-behaved dogs welcome.
Notes:  Please note that Tree Tops forms part of a converted barn.  Being on the first floor means that it has sloping ceilings throughout which might not be ideal for a tall person. Wi-fi and towels provided.  Highchair, and travel cot available on request. There is a shared utility with iron and board, washing machine, drying space and fridge with large freezer. 

Additional outside space: You will have use of the fully enclosed Orchard which makes for a fabulous dog paddock. Also available to guests is the use of the outside dining area which can seat 14 people, where there is a BBQ and games available, this is on a first come first serve basis. Details of how to reserve will be provided. 

The hamlet of Ilketshall St Margaret is located just south of the market town of Bungay with all  its shopping, eating and recreational opportunities virtually on the doorstep. Set within delightful countryside that offers peace and tranquillity yet has great links to some of Suffolk's well known market and coastal towns. Southwold and the Heritage Coast are just a short drive with Bungay and Beccles, market towns with diverse shopping opportunities, just minutes away. The whole area is surrounded by National Cycle Routes that should keep keen cyclists busy for at least a week!

  • 7 bedrooms - 5 Double rooms and 2 twin single rooms. 
  • 5 bathrooms - 2 en-suite shower rooms with WCs, 2 family bathrooms with showers over the bath and WCs, and 1 bathroom with bath and WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher in each property
  • Shared utility room with washing machine, drying space and fridge/freezer
  • Welcome pack provided in each property
  • Cot and highchair available for each property
  • Wood burner in the 2 larger properties - logs provided
  • TV with Netflix in all properties, DVD player in the 2 larger properties
  • Garden with patio, BBQ and pond, shared meadow area, dog paddock
  • Hot tubs
  • Pets Welcome
  • Ample parking
  • Beach 8 miles, shop/pub 4 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 09:30
  • 6 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Darren Williams

This property is personally managed by Darren.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kay 14th April 2025

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The accommodation was perfect for our needs and the hosts were very accommodating. Would definitely recommend this.

Reviewed by Steven 29th March 2025

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The accommodation is of exceptional quality and is situated in picturesque grounds. Scott and Clare were exceptionally friendly and always available to assist. The value for money is highly commendable.

Reviewed by Julie 3rd December 2024

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CHESTNUT TREE BARNS WAS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT FOR 3 SETS OF FAMILY PLUS ALL THE DOAGS, ULTIMATE GET AWAY. ALL THE DOGS LOVED THE ENCLOSED FIELD. HOT TOP WAS GREAT. THANK YOU CLARE AND SCOTT AND YOUR DOGS FOR A GREAT TIME AWAY.

Reviewed by Melissa 14th September 2024

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Absolutely stunning cottages in a lovely location. Set up is great from family get togethers! Super friendly hosts where nothing is too much trouble for them! Even brought us 2 bottles of Prosecco for a birthday celebration! Superb dog paddock & very dog friendly! Would highly recommend this property!

Reviewed by Jessica 30th April 2024

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Absolutely lovely location and cottages. We had the place to ourselves as we booked both cottages and the apartment. Lovely large field for families, kids, dogs etc. A very welcoming owner too who were happy to spend a bit of time telling us about the area and showing us around. Lovely stay thank you

Reviewed by Stella 9th April 2024

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13 family members and a dog, filled the properties for Easter week. We were warmly welcomed by our hosts ,who were friendly and helpful all week. We all loved the very spacious fields , garden and patio . We had a wonderful egg hunt and lots of space for outdoor games. The hot tubs were very popular with all ages ! This is such an ideal holiday hoRead moreme for families of all ages . Everyone wanted to return . Thank you Hide

Reviewed by Jenna 27th February 2024

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Overall, we had a lovely stay! Beautiful grounds, comfy beds, cosy setting. Hot tubs much needed after a winters day walk. I would recommend the cottages, but I don't think they are suitable for large groups. Very dog friendly, the meadow would be great in warm weather.

Reviewed by Courtney 1st January 2024

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Reviewed by Vivienne 14th November 2023

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Reviewed by Carol 10th October 2023

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Reviewed by Anne 5th August 2023

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