Old Hare and Hounds and Writer's Barn, Somerton | Maison dans Bury Saint Edmunds

This wonderful property is arranged into two parts providing extensive accommodation in a beautiful countryside setting. The main house, known as The Old Hare and Hounds can cater for 6-8 guests (plus an additional 2 upon request). Within the grounds is a fantastic annexe known affectionately as ‘Writer’s Barn’ which can cater for 2 further guests.
The Old Hare and Hounds was built in the1560s and operated as a country pub during the early part of the 20th Century. Perfect for a family getaway, the property exudes charm and character with many original period features including exposed timbers, open fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, and a large garden.
The bedrooms are arranged with a super king in the master bedroom, a king bed in bedroom two and two double beds in the third bedroom. A large family bathroom serves the three rooms which contains both a bath and shower. On the ground floor are numerous reception rooms including a double aspect drawing room with a large inglenook fireplace and views over the grounds. The entertainment room has a huge selection of DVDs, a smart TV, Bose 5:1 lifestyle entertainment system and a games console. There is also a games room with a wide selection of board games and some gym equipment (which guests are permitted to use solely at their own risk). With two sofa, beds this room can also create extra sleeping space (upon request).
A formal dining room contains another open fireplace and has a lovely outlook over the gardens and a French window opening on to a terrace. It is served by a small but well equipped and fully functional kitchen. It contains a Nespresso coffee machine and everything needed for dining in. A boot room/utility room contains a washing machine and a tumble dryer and is a perfect space for drying muddy dogs after a long country walk. There’s also a ground floor cloakroom. Well behaved dogs are permitted and guests should familiarize themselves with our pet code of conduct.
Within the grounds, Writer’s Barn has been meticulously designed with an emphasis on light and open plan living. The property caters for up to 2 guests and is the perfect spot for a quiet retreat in the Suffolk countryside.
A large open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting room contains two comfortable leather sofas adjacent to bifolding doors overlooking the garden. A 55” LED Smart TV has a Sonos sound bar below making it ideal for a cosy movie night. At one end of the room is a Yamaha Grand Piano for any budding musicians and would therefore be a fantastic creative retreat from which to practice and/or compose, away for the hustle and bustle of modern life. (The piano is kept regularly tuned but please request pre visit tuning if required). The kitchen area contains a dual purpose convection and microwave oven and a hob. Guests should note that there is no conventional oven. An island provides space for seating with barstools adjacent to a floor-to-ceiling windows allowing for plenty of natural light.
Upstairs, a wonderful bedroom with four sky-lights contains a super king size bed with oak flooring and double doors opening onto a Juliet balcony with a lovely view over the rear garden and neighbouring fields. A bathroom contains a bath with a shower over, W.C. and wash-hand basin.
The gardens have been beautifully curated with open areas and stretch far back from the lane through an area which contains a full sized cricket net (bat and balls provided) for anyone looking for a spot of exercise before afternoon tea on the lawns! There’s also a fully equipped table tennis table. At the top of the garden through secure gates is a small orchard with seating and beautiful views over neighbouring countryside – an ideal spot to watch the sunset. At the front of the house is a driveway which provides plenty of off-road parking and EV charger is available upon request.
Somerton is located in the heart of rural, undulating countryside, surrounded by stunning footpaths with two superb country pubs/restaurants close by and is also near to the wool towns of Long Melford, Lavenham, Cavendish and Clare with their many cafes, tea rooms and independent retailers. It’s only a short drive to Bury St. Edmunds with its numerous attractions, restaurants, cathedral, The Apex Concert Hall and the wonderful Theatre Royal. Also nearby are several stately homes and parks open to the public including Nowton Park, the National Trust’s Ickworth Park, Melford Hall and Kentwell Hall.

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Old Hare and Hounds and Writer's Barn, Somerton has 4 Chambres , 3 Salles de bains, and max occupancy of 10 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 Maison because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Maison, 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. Maison has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bury St Edmunds has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Maison in Bury St Edmunds, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.