Guests say
Nightingales offers a peaceful countryside experience with scenic walks and proximity to local attractions. The rustic charm and friendly owners contribute to a comfortable stay, ideal for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility.
Some guests found the property in need of a deeper clean, mentioning issues like a rusty microwave and an unemptied dustpan. However, there were no specific compliments on cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its peaceful setting, scenic walks, and accessibility to places of interest, including the coast and nearby towns.
Mixed reviews on comfort, with some guests finding the beds uncomfortable and the property draughty, while others found it perfectly comfortable for a peaceful stay.
Facilities received criticism for maintenance issues like rusty outdoor furniture and a need for refurbishment. However, the property was also described as well-appointed with all the basics.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Set in a rural location within an Area of Natural Beauty, this property offers many attractions to entertain the whole family.. All on the
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: DAB Radio, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Veranda. Access to woodlands, heathland and paddocks. 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Ample parking. No smoking. Please note: No children under 10 years old. There are ponds and streams in the woodland.. Set on an Equestrian Stud Farm. This first floor holiday property is set on a working farm, in the owner’s enclosed 10-acre grounds, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in a rural location. Situated just 1-mile from the sea at Shingle Street, Sutton Hoo (an ancient National Trust owned burial ground) is 3 miles away, whilst the market town of Woodbridge with its many amenities including sailing, cinema, swimming pool and restaurants is 5 miles. Horse riding for all ages and abilities is available by arrangement with the owners whose land extends for a further 150 acres of paddocks, woods and lakes. Also conveniently placed for visits to Snape Maltings, Minsmere, Dunwich, Orford, Aldeburgh and Southwold. Walking, cycling, horse riding and bird watching are all available locally. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
The property is located on a working farm.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
The property is not wheelchair accessible.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
No children under 10 years old.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Orford Castle
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
Despite the accommodation being in a peaceful area and located to nearby sights I felt it was rather tired looking and in desperate need of some serious TLC and a "deep clean" in places. The microwave was rusty, a window in the bathroom was not able to be closed so it was draughty and cool. The decking platform was in need of attention and the railings in part rotted (nothing like the picture) and the stairs outside when damp a little slippery also the metal furniture outside were rusty……all in all rather neglected looking. Beds were rather uncomfortable……mattresses need replacing (a wooden board was placed on the bed base) and one of the pillows on the beds were feather filled (not good for people with allergies). A dustpan not emptied which distributed its contents on me when I took it off the shelf in the cupboard and well, don’t get me started on the state of the "toilet brush" !While I appreciate the owners respecting a guests privacy a friendly hello would have been nice and more than welcome!
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Katrina Walsh
Loved every minute of our stay at Nightingales. It is a truly picturesque setting on a working horse farm with wonderful walks all around. Allowed us a peaceful rest amongst nature with the benefit of being just a short car journey away from many places of interest. Owners were very friendly without being intrusive.
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Confirmed Guest
The accommodation was tired and unloved, eg the microwave was rusty as were the chairs outside on the decking platform. The decking platform needed attention and insde needs a reverb. However it was peaceful and the weather was good. On the positive side it had really nice walks and was close to places of interest