Title: Willow Barn, Long Melford Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Willow Barn, Long Melford ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105238100/105238035/b9a7b1df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105238100/105238035/360c04b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105238100/105238035/17a51cb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105238100/105238035/3a7721ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105240000/105238100/105238035/5a1ac640.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tucked away in a picturesque village, Willow Barn is a charming self-contained holiday home offering comfortable accommodation for up to 2 guests. This stylish property boasts its own front door, off-street parking and access to around a third of an acre of pretty gardens where you can relax with tea or coffee made from the Lavazza machine. 2.0 ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 222 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Willow Barn, Long Melford A charming holiday home constituting one ‘wing’ of a chocolate box thatched cottage thought to date back to the 16th Century. The property has been renovated with a high-end rustic farmhouse aesthetic and provides comfortable accommodation for up to 2 guests in a double bed with a high-quality shower room and utility room. Tea and coffee-making facilities are provided, along with a kitchenette and the property benefits from its own front door, off-street parking and access to around a third of an acre of pretty gardens. Willow Barn is a stylish self-contained property which forms one wing of a charming Grade II listed detached thatched cottage in a superb location between the highly regarded and well-served, picturesque villages of Long Melford and Lavenham. The property has been comprehensively refurbished with an exacting eye for detail with high-quality fittings and a contemporary yet rustic finish. The property benefits from its own front door which is a stable door leading into a private hallway. Accessible from the hallway is a superb high-specification shower room with marble tiling and a ‘Neptune’ vanity suite with a fully tiled double-width shower cubicle, WC, shaver point and ambient wall-mounted lighting. There is the further benefit of a utility room with a washing machine/dryer and a host of other conveniences including an iron, vacuum cleaner and cleaning facilities. The property features a kitchenette with a sink, refrigerator, microwave, kettle, toaster and an electric hob top. A solid poplar tulip wood staircase leads upstairs to a beautiful double bedroom with solid oak flooring and a vaulted ceiling to give a sense of space and light. The bedroom has been stylishly furnished with a chic farmhouse aesthetic with numerous characterful features including a tiled cast-iron feature fireplace with a marble hearth and a desk space ideal for guests wishing to bring a laptop and work. There are tea and coffee-making facilities with a Lavazza coffee machine, kettle, fridge, microwave and glassware. A secondary glazed window overlooks the Chad Brook and garden area. A pebbled driveway provides plenty of off-road parking adjacent to the barn itself within the shadow of a mature oak tree. For guests arriving in the spring and summer months, a superb wisteria plant adorns the front of the building providing a splash of lilac colour. Surrounding the barn is a private area of garden adjacent to the river and with an outlook of a willow tree. Pets are welcome but guests should note that due to the size of the property, only one small-medium sized dog is appropriate. The garden cannot be guaranteed to be completely 'dog-proof' and please familiarise yourself with our pet code of conduct/terms of booking on our website. The property’s location is exceptional being equidistant between two of our area's most sought-after villages: Long Melford and Lavenham. Each within approximately a 5-minute drive, a host of amenities are on hand including numerous restaurants, country pubs, grocery stores, independent retailers and historic attractions. Long Melford contains both Melford Hall, a National Trust-operated manor house, and Kentwell Hall, a private residence periodically open to the public with superb events throughout the year. The Long Melford village green is a fantastic space to stop and admire the view and grab a drink and bite to eat at a high-end gastro-pub, The Black Lion. Lavenham contains the Grade I listed guildhall and a network of medieval streets with a beautiful variety of architecture, primarily timber-framed colourful houses, including parts utilised in the filming of the Harry Potter film series. The nearby market town of Sudbury operates a market on both Thursday and Saturday and contains a host of further attractions including Gainsborough’s House, a museum and gallery for the famous local artist, Thomas Gainsborough. The water meadows provide acres of picturesque grounds with miles of footpaths to explore. Slightly further afield, the cathedral town of Bury St Edmunds offers plenty to discover including nearby Ickworth House, another National Trust venue, with stunning park-like grounds. Willow Barn is a fantastic property ideal as a base to explore everything this wonderful region has to offer. Please note that pets are permitted subject to our pet code of conduct. To confirm whether the property is suitable for your needs ahead of arrival please get in touch. No smoking No stag/hen/parties ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 22 square feet ## Similar properties ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1420000/1410500/1410480/c0995bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All Saints Resort Bury St Edmunds - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 412 reviews £139 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=1410480&PinnedHotelID=1410480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100680000/100678100/100678074/675f6504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dragonfly Cottage, Long Melford Long Melford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.6 Good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=100678074&PinnedHotelID=100678074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91090000/91080600/91080503/3701cda0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Georgian flint cottage BURY ST. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 600020073 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.10840%2C0.74181&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kIKToMnrreiZ90yO99jyEfMsfHg=) Long Melford, England #### What's nearby - Melford Hall - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - Little Hall Lavenham - 10 min drive - 3.5 miles - Kentwell Hall - 13 min drive - 2.9 miles - The Apex - 20 min drive - 12.5 miles - Ickworth House - 27 min drive - 15.5 miles #### Getting around - Sudbury Station - 13 min drive - Cambridge (CBG) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Crown - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Crown - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Bull Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪meford valley - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Willow Barn, Long Melford pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Willow Barn, Long Melford? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Willow Barn, Long Melford? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Willow Barn, Long Melford located? > Situated in Sudbury, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kentwell Hall, Holy Trinity Church and Melford Hall. Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and Long Melford Heritage Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Willow Barn, Long Melford Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Becky A. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Avoid ##### Becky A. 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