Cottage to rent in Stowmarket (3.5mls S), Suffolk

Accommodation details

Conveniently located between Stowmarket and Needham Market, this beautifully converted former stables offers a flexible and chic retreat for up to six guests. Dog-friendly, it sits within 4 acres of the owner's land and is an ideal base for exploring Mid Suffolk as a family or group of friends. An open-plan living area welcomes you with a choice of comfortable seating and a Smart TV - setting the scene for relaxing evenings with family or friends.

Patio doors and a double-height ceiling make this whole space light and airy. The on-trend kitchen will make meal preparation a breeze, and there's a large island with bar-style seating where food and drinks can be shared companionably. The ground floor features a king-size bedroom with views of the owner's horses, plus a well-appointed family bathroom with a walk-in shower, roll-top bath, double washbasins and - for the ultimate wow-factor - a Bluetooth mirror.

Two more bedrooms, each with sloping ceilings, are off the galleried landing on the upper floor - a second king-size bedroom and a super-king-size zip-and-link bedroom that converts to a twin on request. Outside, a patio area with garden seating is the perfect spot for al fresco dining or drinks at sunset.

Ample off-road parking is also available. Stroll less than half a mile from the doorstep and Needham Market has friendly inns, eateries and convenience stores. Trains between Norwich and London stop here if you want to venture further afield - the railway line runs close to your holiday home. Or visit historic Stowmarket (3 miles), home to the Museum of East Anglian Life and a bi-weekly market.

Other must-see locations include Lavenham (15 miles), known for its medieval architecture and independent shops, and Bury St Edmunds (17 miles), famous for its beautiful Abbey Gardens and wealth of dining options.