The Farmhouse at Marsh Farm, Suffolk
Marsh Farm, Hulver Road, Ellough
Just 3 miles from the imposing tower of the ancient church at Beccles, The Farmhouse at Marsh Farm is a large, beautifully furnished farmhouse perfect for a party gathering. Standing proudly within its own secluded grounds of wild romantic gardens and hidden walkways and overlooking fields and wetlands The Farmhouse offers fabulously spacious and quirky accommodation for up to 18 people in the heart of the Suffolk countryside.
The Accommodation
The farmhouse is a stunning place - filled with robust family antiques yet with all mod cons you'll feel amazingly comfortable and decadent. The large entrance hall, accessed from the courtyard garden,leads to the small and main sitting rooms, dining room and cloakroom. The small sitting room is a great den for the kids to stake a claim while the adults can enjoy the space and grown up banter in the luxurious South Wing sitting room.
The dining room with inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove can sit a party of 18 guests round the large table. The 'traditional' country kitchen with all modern conveniences, including granite worktops is warmed by a 2 door AGA which has a 2 door electric Aga module that works in the same way as a normal oven, a good standby for those not used to driving an AGA.
The games room, also on this floor, has a pool table and table football with an additional sofa bed just in case you need the extra space.
Stairs lead to double bedroom, galleried twin bedroom and bathroom. The master bedroom has a HUGE indulgent en-suite - this bathroom can be used by other guests via separate door. There are a further three double bedrooms, one with en-suite that can also be shared by other guests via a separate door.
Windy, narrow stairs lead to the second floor where there are two double bedrooms and one twin bedroom. This floor is perfect for older kids trusted to share together but it's not so great for a family with small kids. Please note one double bedroom is a landing bedroom i.e. not separate.
The large garden with a patio is perfect for the kids and a good spot to enjoy and while away the hours if the weather is kind; alfresco dining always seems to taste better.
Child Friendly Facilities
A travel cot and high chair are available on request. here is a stock of outdoor games to make full use of the beautiful gardens. A games room is available with pool table and table football. For the high tech little people who can't survive a week without twiddling gadgets the hire of a Play Station and Wii is available. For the more energetic try your skills on the outdoor table tennis table. Bike hire is available and can be delivered and fitted for you at the farm.
Food
A local produce hamper from the local farmers market can be ordered ready for your arrival.
If it's a special occasion, or you all fancy a night off the cooking rota, Marsh Farm can arrange a fully catered dinner party service for your groups.
Family Activities
The riverside market town of Beccles lies just three miles away, with plenty of restaurants, pubs and shops to choose from. You can hire a boat to explore the lovely reed-fringed waterways of southern Broadland or cycle down quiet lanes and nature trails.
The surrounding area offers plenty of other activities, too, including golf, clay pigeon shooting, fishing, walking, and bird-watching at RSPB Minsmere. The charming north Suffolk seaside town of Southwold is just 9 miles from the farm, for walks along the Blue Flag beach. You could visit the the Cathedral city of Norwich, or the Africa Alive Animal Sanctuary at Kessingland. And there's go-karting at Ellough Kart track, adrenalin-fuelled rides at Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park, and horse-riding on the beach at Pakefield.
Lasting Impressions
For those of you who can't bear a week away from your friends or extended family then The Farmhouse is an ideal property to share a holiday together. Large and spacious, comfortable and homely Marsh Farmhouse is a superb self-catering cottage to share happy holiday memories discovering the joys of the surrounding Suffolk area.