Cozy Flax Workers Cottage with Fire and Garden Retreat | Cottage in Long melford, United Kingdom

9.8 (6 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  3 Guests
Long Melford Cottage | Cozy Flax Workers Cottage with Fire and Garden Retreat

2 Bedroom Cottage with Accessibility, Security and Fireplace

Spadgers is a really sweet little flax worker cottage in a terrace of 18th Century grade II listed cottages. Situated in the bustling Medieval Village of Long Melford made famous by the TV series Lovejoys.
Spadgers is one of our cosiest holiday cottages and has direct access to countryside footpaths from its back garden.
Cottage Walk Through
As Spadgers is in a busy village those seeking a more quiet retreat should note that we may have other cottages better suited. On the other hand being in such a historic village location, this cottage is really perfect for those who want to be just a stroll away from great pubs, restaurants, stately homes, antique warehouses and interesting shops; with lovely countryside walks straight from its back garden.
The Cottage has bags of character, you enter straight into the main room with its lovely brick floor, beams and a cosy open log fire. There is an open staircase winding round the dining area and a door way into the kitchen.
The kitchen is not big but well laid out and equipped, it has a breakfast bar overlooking the pretty garden, which is a haven for birdlife.
There is a nice modern downstairs bathroom with a bath and shower over the bath.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms – a double and a single.
Sorry, but the steep open stairs mean that the owners do not want to accept babies or children – and those who are less than ‘able’ should be aware of this feature of a historic cottage.
But we are happy to accept up to 2 well behaved doggies – charges apply at £20 per pet for up to 7 nights.
The Garden
The sunny garden is one of the big attractions to this cottage, being totally enclosed and backing onto a footpath that leads directly out into the fields – ideal for doggies, and walks.
There is seating, bikes and a BBQ provided.
This is a lovely cottage to explore Long Melford and the best that Suffolk has to offer.
Outside
Spadgers is located on the outskirts of the bustling Medieval village of Long Melford, just off the beautiful “Green” with its wonderful Wool Church. It is a really beautifully preserved medieval village full of quaint old shops, pubs and restaurants and two big stately houses:
Kentwell Hall is world famous for its Tudor Re-enactments and a fabulous place to visit as it is so untouched in all its moated Tudor Splendour
Melford Hall is also very impressive and owned by The National Trust who state: “Around every corner there’s a new twist in the story – from Beatrix Potter sketches to collections of naval paintings and Chinese porcelain”
Green Credentials
Spadgers is a former artisan cottage, Grade 2 listed as part of the local architectural and historical heritage. It dates back to 1730’s.
Renovation to the main house and repairs are done with traditional and reclaimed sympathetic materials like the reclaimed wood panelling, new ledged and braced doors, and traditional lime washed paint, and always locally sourced materials from our nearby recycling centre, inside and out.
We have retained the open fire as a feature of the cottage to allow adequate and natural ventilation through the year and allow a roaring fire in the colder months. Smokeless coal of course, but mainly logs which are a natural by-product of local wood management.
We use many method/ecover products when possible, and try to refill your plastic where we can, eg washing up liquid and reed diffusers.
We encourage guests to explore the local area by bicycle or foot. We provide cycles to allow you to feel the not so gentle slopes in the area, rather than rely on a car.
The advantage of walking is not necessarily a compromise in allowing some rewards. The village has plenty of watering holes on the way, all offering sustenance too.
The garden is bird friendly, we sometimes cheat offering food as a bribe with a regular array of visitors to our garden. We encourage you to feed the blackbirds with sultanas and bird food is kept in the shed to put out.
We try to maintain a garden with all year interest to encourage bees and other visitors to our garden.
The open fields and river course accessed from our back gate lead to network of walks through tended and wild landscape giving a chance to see bats, badgers, fox, hare, rabbits, deer and an amazing array of birds.
Local Area
On foot there are a network of footpaths to explore, including an old railway line to Lavenham, now a nature trail you can pick up from near the local pub, a short walk across the green.
If trains are your fancy, a working remnant of the old railway still runs from nearby Sudbury to Marks Tey, connecting to London, Ipswich and Norwich. It is a very picturesque journey in a sunny day.
There are also limited buses from the village, but they can get you to the major villages and towns nearby like Sudbury, Lavenham and Bury St Edmunds.
We encourage visitors to take advantage of Willow Tree Farm Shop, a short drive or cycle ride away near Glemsford. And there are many more Farm Shops to be found in the nearby environs.
There are also many artisan food shops in the area. Unfortunately as elsewhere, things change, but a bit of looking and regular local craft and produce markets always allows good quality produce to be found, and new discoveries.
The famous village of Lavenham ‘England’s best preserved Medieval Village’ is just 5 miles away and the area immortalised by England’s renowned Landscape Painter ; John Constable and known as ‘Constable Country’ is right beside us as Long Melford was the furthest that the barges that Constable painted could get up stream.
There are many great country pubs, some special Gastro pubs like The Crown Inn at Stoke by Nayland and some high quality restaurants like The Great House or The Swan in Lavenham. Scutchers just opposite us and the Black Lion on our corner overlooking the Village Green.
Please see my Discover This Location tab for more information.
This area is amazingly rural and untouched by city life, with tiny single track lanes leading nowhere or to a pub, footpaths galore and tiny Medieval Villages where time seems to have stood still.
If you are staying for more than a weekend then a day out at the unspoilt Suffolk Coast is always a lovely trip.
The coast starts just 30 minutes away near Colchester or Ipswich and our favourite beaches and places on the coast are between 50 – 70 minutes away, places like Pin Mill, Nacton, Levington, Orford, Aldeburgh, Dunwich, Southwold and Mersea Island.
The nearby Medieval Villages of Long Melford, famed for its setting for the Lovejoys TV series, Nayland, sitting prettily on the river Stour, Polstead, with its bluebells woods and impressive views over the Box river valley are all close by and there are many more tiny villages with lovely walks and Pubs to explore.
This is an area you can feel a million miles away from city life and really relax and enjoy just being part of.
Standard Inclusive Features
Kitchen: All cottages are complete little homes and facilities include modern central heating, refrigerator, hobs, oven and / or microwave, toaster, crockery & serving dishes, cutlery, many utensils, fire-extinguisher, lots of pots & pans, glasses & mugs, kettle, coffee maker, teapot, kitchen towels, oven gloves, olive oil, salt & pepper, sugar, herbs, tea, fresh and instant coffee, washing up liquid, cloths, general cleaning materials, etc.
Bathroom: Soap, fluffy cotton towels, bath mats, shaver point, toilet brush, toilet roll.
Bedroom: Cotton bed linen, wardrobe with coat hangers / chest of drawers, iron, ironing board, hairdryer.
Living room: If your cottage has an open fire or stove then a basket with firewood and a bucket with coal will be provided free and more will be available at cost and there will be firelighters provided, TV, books, games, magazines, local brochures, OS and other maps, folder with our special ‘What To Do’ insiders guide to the local area.
Bikes: Please check with me that these are available before you arrive to avoid disappointment if they are in for maintenance
Up to 2 Well behaved Dogs are always welcome, charges apply at £20 per pet for up to 7 nights.

Cozy Flax Workers Cottage with Fire and Garden Retreat is located in Long Melford. Cozy Flax Workers Cottage with Fire and Garden Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Entertainment, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features Pet Friendly, Entertainment, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cozy Flax Workers Cottage with Fire and Garden Retreat has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Long Melford has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Long Melford, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Long melford, CO10 9DR, United Kingdom

Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Ice maker
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Property does not allow children
  • German
  • Czech
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village
  • In a rural location
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Fenced yard
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 am
Child Policy
This property does not allow children.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Amy E.
Dec 2, 2024 04:34:54 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Everything about Spadgers is perfect for a romantic retreat. It is full of character whilst being extremely comfortable. Walking distance to the High Street and local pubs with country walk footpaths right out the back of the garden. But our absolute favourite was sitting in front of the log fire after cooking dinner in the well equipped kitchen and snuggling down watching films for the evening. Perfect!
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FAQ's

Is this Long Melford cottage pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Long Melford cottage have a swimming pool?

No, this Long Melford cottage does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Long Melford cottage?

Best-rates for the Long Melford cottage starts from $188 per night with includes Entertainment, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Pet Friendly, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities, Internet, Laundry, Sports/Activities, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking with all other facilities. Casai matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Long Melford cottage a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Long Melford cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Long Melford cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Long Melford cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Long Melford cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Long Melford cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Long Melford cottage are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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