Suffolk is an historic English county featuring ancient archaeology, medieval castles, cultural festivals, and scenic coastline with strong literary and music ties.
Weybread Lakes Lodges is an adult-only, tranquil retreat located on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, set around a secluded lake and offering luxury lodges with private decks, saunas, and hot tubs in a peaceful natural setting near charming villages and the Suffolk coast.
Bressingham Hall is a grand historic estate in Norfolk with elegant Georgian features and access to famed Bressingham Gardens, offering a peaceful retreat in a scenic rural setting ideal for families and celebrations.
The venue is a collection of six linked gardens spanning 17 acres in Norfolk, featuring thousands of perennial plants, themed areas including fragrant and winter gardens, and accessible facilities. It offers free entry for RHS Members on specific days and provides refreshments and parking.
Marshall Cottage is a detached barn conversion with two ensuite bedrooms and open plan living on the ground floor, featuring a private hot tub and enclosed garden in a rural setting near Suffolk countryside and local amenities.
Grime's Graves is a Neolithic flint mining complex in Norfolk, England, featuring over 433 chalk shafts and a public shaft open for exploration, managed by English Heritage with an exhibition area onsite.
The Beech House is a detached vacation home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring a private heated swimming pool, hot tub, cinema room, and located just 350 yards from the beach with spacious enclosed garden and onsite parking.
Pleasurewood Hills is a family theme park near Lowestoft, Suffolk, featuring a wide range of roller coasters, flat rides, water rides, children's attractions, and live shows, catering especially to families and children.
This luxury barn conversion in South Norfolk offers a rural and scenic retreat for up to eight guests, featuring historic charm, a private enclosed garden with a hot tub, sauna, and plunge bath, and is well-suited for families and multi-generational groups.
This waterside retreat is located on the Norfolk and Suffolk border within the Broads National Park, offering spacious accommodation for up to 12 guests with five bedrooms, gardens, a private hot tub, and direct river access in a tranquil rural setting ideal for family celebrations and outdoor activities.
A stylish and cosy character barn set in a peaceful countryside location with private hot tub and enclosed garden, suitable for families and pets.
The Old Workshop is a single-story barn conversion located on a working farm in the rural village of Stowupland, Mid Suffolk, featuring countryside views and a private courtyard.
This accommodation is a railway-themed property set on the Mid Suffolk Light Railway trackbed offering unique and charming self-contained holiday lodgings amidst rural countryside with panoramic views, shared heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, and hot tub, suitable for families and couples looking for a quiet rural retreat.
Columbine Hall is a moated medieval manor house set in 34 acres with gardens designed by a Chelsea Gold Medallist. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house and garden, featuring an eclectic collection and tea with cakes. The venue offers a historical and garden experience with scheduled tours.
This accommodation is a charming barn conversion set in nearly three acres of grounds with shared spaces, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat. It welcomes pets and has a fully enclosed dog field, making it family- and pet-friendly, and features a private hot tub and outdoor seating areas for relaxation.
A spacious, stylishly furnished three-bedroom barn set in the grounds of a historic farmhouse in rural Thaxted, offering a private hot tub, garden with firepit and barbecue, and scenic countryside views.
This traditional cottage is a light and airy barn conversion set in a tranquil rural location near the Suffolk Heritage coastline, offering scenic country views and proximity to local attractions such as Southwold beach and Walberswick village.
This barn conversion set in nearly three acres of shared grounds provides a peaceful and homely retreat with countryside charm and pet-friendly facilities including a fully enclosed dog field.
Toppesfield Hall is a historic holiday retreat in the Essex countryside with five guest capacity across two bedrooms set in tranquil surroundings with garden views from bedrooms, renovated recently with a private hot tub and shared sauna on site.
Hedingham Castle is a historic Norman keep and Georgian mansion set in beautiful gardens and woodlands. Visitors can explore the castle interiors via steep stairs, enjoy accessible grounds with picnic and cafe facilities, and attend various events including outdoor theatre. The Georgian House is available for private tours and weddings.
This luxury five-bedroom retreat is designed for multigenerational family escapes, featuring a private wood fired hot tub, sauna, games room, enclosed garden, and spacious living areas with modern amenities.
Thetford Priory is a historic Cluniac monastic house in Norfolk, England, featuring ruins including church walls, cloisters, and a 14th-century gatehouse. It offers visitors a glimpse into medieval monastic life and notable tombs and is managed as an English Heritage site.
Thetford is a historic market town in Norfolk, England, known for its Iron Age origins, medieval ruins including Thetford Castle and Priory, cultural museums, and forested surroundings, offering rich history and outdoor activities.
Heathside Lodges offers a family-run retreat set in a secluded natural environment near the Broads and Suffolk coast, featuring Scandinavian log lodges and extensive outdoor trails and activities.
RSPB Minsmere is a nature reserve in Suffolk featuring diverse habitats including reedbeds, lagoons, and heathland, ideal for wildlife observation such as birds and otters. It offers accessible trails, a visitor centre with cafe and shop, family-friendly play areas, guided walks and events, making it a welcoming destination for nature lovers and families.
Seacliff is a detached lodge on a cliff top near Lowestoft offering a romantic and peaceful retreat with beach views, an open plan living area, and enclosed decking in a coastal village setting.
Somerleyton Hall is a fine Victorian stately home featuring partial interior tours. It is set within 12 acres of gardens including a historic yew hedge maze, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences. Facilities include a cafe, shop, and accessibility features, with garden entry free for Historic Houses members and paid hall tours.
A large family-friendly property with seven bedrooms and five bathrooms set in expansive rural grounds including private hot tubs, enclosed dog field, and outdoor patios, blending rustic charm with modern comforts in a private retreat setting.
This luxury barn conversion is set in extensive countryside grounds with a large lake and tennis court, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat for families or groups amid rural surroundings with wildflower meadows.
Banham Zoological Gardens is a 50-acre zoo in Norfolk, England, housing over 2,000 animals including birds, primates, and large mammals, with specialty exhibits like the Snow Cat Province and a Giraffe House.
This is a secluded woodland lodge on the Essex/Suffolk border designed for couples seeking peace and privacy, featuring a private garden and hot tub, an open-plan living space with countryside views, and shared on-site amenities including a sauna, games room, and tennis court.
This accommodation is a stylish, peaceful retreat in the heart of Beccles, a market town near the Norfolk and Suffolk border within the Broads National Park, offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort in a private enclosed setting.
Beccles is a historic market town in Suffolk nestled on the River Waveney, known for its boating opportunities, heritage centre, weekly market, and outdoor activities including cycling and kart racing.
This unique ground-floor detached property with open-plan living is nestled near the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum within natural countryside grounds and shared gardens, offering a peaceful and distinctive rural retreat for up to four guests.
A cosy detached cottage in a rural hamlet with mature gardens and a private hot tub, located a short drive from the town of Beccles on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, featuring a woodburner, Wi-Fi, and private parking.
Chestnut Grange is a spacious five-bedroom property in Barrow, Suffolk, set midway between Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere ideal for large groups or families exploring the scenic countryside and historical surroundings.
Ickworth House is a notable neoclassical country house near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, set in extensive parkland with historic ancient trees. Visitors can explore the house's art collections, Regency furniture, and architectural features, as well as the nearby Ickworth Church and parkland. The house also hosts events in its renovated West Wing.
7 Oct–8 Nov (another 30 days)
Visitors can explore 30 Pikachu cards illustrated by different artists, learn facts about the character and design their own Pokémon trading card.
This accommodation is a stylish detached riverside property with a private hot tub, cinema room, and level access, set near the River Waveney with gardens and waterside views, suitable for family gatherings and pet friendly.
Doves Barn is a detached Grade II listed 16th century barn set in two acres of grounds, providing spacious and charming accommodation for families and friends in a peaceful countryside location near Needham Market.
Needham Market is a historic market town in Suffolk, England, known for its medieval buildings, riverside nature reserve, and traditional market heritage, offering visitors a picturesque and culturally rich experience.
Woodcrest Barn Cottage is a barn conversion set in open countryside near Roydon, offering a peaceful rural retreat with an enclosed courtyard garden and a private hot tub, suitable for families or couples.
A stylish, peaceful private retreat cabin named Lion House set in beautiful grounds with a boating lake, treehouse, and outdoor activities, offering a tranquil nature-immersed atmosphere.
Riverside Cottage is a detached property nestled within the grounds of an owners' hotel alongside the picturesque River Ouse, offering modern and spacious accommodation with a private hot tub and enclosed garden in a tranquil location with local activities nearby.
Weeting Castle is a ruined 12th-century medieval manor house in Norfolk, England, featuring the remains of a large high-status domestic dwelling with a moat, managed by English Heritage and open to visitors.
Brandon is a historic market town in Suffolk, England, known for its flint industry heritage and surrounded by Thetford Forest. It offers cultural sites, outdoor parks, and a walkable town center accessible by train and local public transport, appealing to tourists interested in history, nature, and community events.
Chestnut Lodge is a newly built, two-bedroom holiday lodge set in the tranquil countryside of Toppesfield, offering a cosy and stylish atmosphere with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings.
Olive Breeze is a bright and spacious two-bedroom cottage located in the old part of Felixstowe, offering a Mediterranean themed garden and private hot tub in a coastal setting near the beach and local attractions.
Landguard Fort is a historic artillery fort located at the mouth of the River Orwell in Felixstowe, Suffolk. Dating back to 1540 with major rebuilds in the 18th century, it played key roles in coastal defence including repelling a Dutch attack in 1667 and serving as a World War II military base. Now managed by English Heritage, it features preserved fortifications and offers both indoor exhibits and outdoor exploration.
A luxury barn conversion within the grounds of Rookery Park Golf Club offering a scenic countryside setting and accommodation for nine guests with four bedrooms and outdoor garden space.
This is a luxury barn conversion located within a golf club near the Suffolk coast, featuring spacious accommodation for eight guests and a private hot tub, set in a peaceful countryside setting with gardens and golf nearby.
Africa Alive Zoological Reserve is an African-themed zoo in Suffolk offering a variety of animal exhibits including primates, mammals, birds, and reptiles, operated as a charity under the Zoological Society of East Anglia.
Liston Hall Barn is a spacious converted 5-bedroom barn located in the countryside of Gosfield, Essex, offering a peaceful and stylish rural retreat with ample outdoor space and modern comforts.
A tranquil lakeside lodge set in 6 acres of meadows and woodland, offering a peaceful, romantic retreat with wildlife and a private lake nearby for exploration and relaxation.
Lime Tree House is a spacious newly built six-bedroom holiday home in the countryside near Sudbury, offering a peaceful and family-friendly retreat with scenic views and a private garden.
Belchamp Hall is a Queen Anne country house in Suffolk housing an eclectic collection illustrating the Raymond family history, featuring Gainsborough portraits, a medieval church, formal gardens, and a Victorian summer house. It offers both indoor historic tours and outdoor landscaped grounds.
Meadow Lodges Woodbridge is a tranquil luxury lodge getaway in Suffolk, situated close to coastal towns and countryside, offering a private hot tub and scenic riverside setting.
Sutton Hoo is a historic estate featuring the Anglo-Saxon Royal Burial Ground with a viewing tower, Tranmer House museum, and the High Hall exhibition. Visitors can explore woodland trails, enjoy on-site food and shopping, and participate in family-friendly activities including an adventure playground.
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This temporary exhibition explores the real people behind the film The Dig and the 1939 excavation of the Great Ship Burial. Visitors can see original film costumes, jewellery and props, read personal histories, and hear contemporary interviews connected to the site.
This spacious detached holiday home is located just 500 yards from the beach in a seaside village, offering a large enclosed garden, private hot tub, cinema and games rooms, ideal for families and groups.
This accommodation is a spacious ground-floor barn conversion with ensuite bedrooms, set in a private countryside location and designed for relaxed social and family stays with scenic outdoor views.
The Holy Sepulchre Church in Thetford is a medieval ruined priory known for its 14th-century church remains, representing the only surviving site of the Canons of the Holy Sepulchre in England. It is a Grade I listed building with historical significance as a monastic house supporting pilgrims.
Copper Beech is a large two-bedroom lodge located in the countryside of Toppesfield, offering a peaceful, cosy, and stylish retreat with a private hot tub, outdoor games room, and access to shared facilities including a sauna and tennis courts.
The Stables is a spacious luxury lodge with two en-suite bedrooms, set in a peaceful rural location within large gardens and surrounded by trees, ideal for families or friends seeking a relaxing and private countryside retreat in Suffolk.
Owls Hoot is a cosy detached barn conversion offering a private hot tub and sauna, set in peaceful countryside near a village green and local pubs, ideal for a romantic escape for two guests with countryside walks from the doorstep.
Linden House in Eye, Suffolk is a historic Georgian townhouse with Tudor origins offering guided tours showcasing portraits, family history, and links to suffragette sisters, located in a charming town with notable historic buildings. Visitors can enjoy talks and refreshments during visits.
This one-bedroom annexe in the countryside of Bulmer offers a peaceful and stylish retreat with rustic charm and scenic views, ideal for couples or solo travelers seeking relaxation in a rural setting.
Gainsborough’s House in Sudbury is the childhood home of the artist Thomas Gainsborough, now a museum featuring extensive indoor galleries with exhibitions and collections alongside outdoor gardens and panoramic views. The venue offers a café, shop, and workshops, making it a cultural and educational destination.
The Old Press is a cosy and romantic lodge for two set on the ground floor with peaceful gardens and countryside views, featuring a private wood-fired hot tub and access to shared sauna facilities by arrangement.
This large detached six-bedroom house in the quiet village of Barham, Suffolk, comfortably accommodates families or groups with various bedrooms, a games room, and a private hot tub in the garden, offering a peaceful and cosy retreat for togetherness and relaxation.
Oak Cottage is a charming and cosy country cottage in the peaceful village of Stoke Ash, Suffolk, featuring traditional 16th-century character and offering a homely atmosphere with family-friendly and pet-friendly accommodations.
This accommodation is a luxury bungalow set in open countryside with a private hot tub, garden with sitting area and BBQ, and is suitable for couples and families including pets.
This luxury romantic lodge is a private ground-floor retreat designed for couples and their pets, set in a peaceful countryside location with garden access and nearby scenic walking trails.
Raveningham Gardens is a 10-acre classic country house garden featuring a four-acre lake, arboretum, stumpery, glasshouse, and seasonal plant displays, set within the Raveningham Estate in Norfolk. It offers scenic garden areas, plant sales, and refreshments, with free access for RHS members on select days.
This accommodation is a peaceful rural lodge on the Essex/Suffolk border with countryside surroundings, located close to a village with local shops, a brewery, and a dog-friendly pub, suitable for up to 4 guests with outdoor amenities and a private hot tub.
Aspen Lodge Escape offers a peaceful and stylish countryside retreat set within expansive historic grounds, ideal for nature lovers seeking tranquility and outdoor activities.
West Stow Hall is a historic timber-framed house in Suffolk featuring rare Elizabethan wall-paintings and significant 16th century architectural details, open for tours and private events with rich historical significance.
Harbour Lodge is a large, modern detached property in Walberswick village near the Suffolk Coast, ideal for family holidays and group get togethers, set close to the beach and local amenities with a private hot tub and enclosed garden.
This luxury barn cottage located on the edge of a village offers a stylish and indulgent private retreat with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private enclosed garden, and a hot tub accommodating up to eight guests and welcoming pets.
The Cowshed is a charming countryside lodge ideal for couples or small families, set in a peaceful rural environment with unique rustic character and a private garden area.
This accommodation is a single-storey 18th-century barn conversion set in the open Suffolk countryside with tranquil and scenic rural views, providing a peaceful and homely atmosphere ideal for families and those seeking a private retreat.
The Duck House is an intimate barn conversion set on the owner's grounds in Norfolk, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with a super-king-size bedroom, private patio, and an indoor hot tub for a romantic getaway or quiet stay.
Sycamore Farmhouse is a 15th-century farmhouse situated on a working farm near Bramford, Ipswich, offering a rustic and cosy countryside retreat with abundant beams and views of highland cattle. It caters for groups and families, including pet-friendly facilities, and provides a peaceful setting surrounded by nature and rural landscapes.
Sailmakers is a multi-story shopping centre in Ipswich, England, that opened in 1986 and was transformed and rebranded in 2015. It provides an indoor shopping experience with various retail options.
The Lookout is a one-bedroom barn conversion located in the countryside of Suffolk offering peaceful and scenic views, ideal for a tranquil and romantic retreat with self-contained amenities and private outdoor space.
Somerleyton Hall Gardens near Lowestoft feature extensive outdoor gardens with rare plants, a historic yew hedge maze, a long pergola, and facilities including a children's play area and refreshments. Free access for RHS members on select days, otherwise entry is paid.
Hill Farm Retreat is a boutique holiday destination in the Suffolk countryside offering quirky mega pods with private gardens and hot tubs, ideal for couples or small families seeking a peaceful rural getaway near beaches and nature reserves.