Overlooking the Church of St Mary's Boxford, The Old Forge offers a charming retreat with its beamed vaulted ceiling and shelves of books. Located in a great village setting, this 15th-century Grade II listed timber-framed building features an open-plan living area with kitchenette, romantic bedroom with ensuite power shower and luxury soft towels.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Romantic village hideaway for two. Great for walking and cycling.
Overlooking the stunning Church of St Mary's Boxford this special holiday home offers a unique place to unwind and relax. With a beamed vaulted ceiling in the bedroom and shelves of books to explore this property oozes charm and comfort. Set in a great village location, with good local shops and useful amenities all close by. There are beautiful walks right outside the door. We are dog lovers and welcome one small well-behaved dog if you want to bring a furry friend. A small surcharge applies.
Suffolk is know for its amazing cycle rides along pretty country lanes and cycling is the perfect way to explore the surrounding villages. We have an off-road car port where you can safely store your bikes under cover. We have a couple of old but serviceable bikes you can borrow free of charge if you fancy the odd ride out.
Close to Constable country, Lavenham and many other beautiful Suffolk villages, we are perfectly situated when it comes to exploring the wider area and the picturesque areas of Suffolk. The coast is under an hour away by car and the smart shops and Georgian squares of Bury St Edmunds a 40 minute drive.
The Old Forge is a Grade II listed 15th century timber framed building converted from part of our home. The cottage is completely self-contained and is accessed via coach doors from the street. You enter an open plan living/dining area with kitchenette. Up the curling staircase is a romantic bedroom with ensuite power shower. We provide luxury soft fluffy towels and crisp Egyptian cotton linen for that extra comfort.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please return the key to the lock box
Turn off all lights, including fairy lights and switch off any heaters used.
Rubbish bins are out of studio, turn right, end of buildings drive on right, bins are under carport. Blue is recycling, black general rubbish. Bottles need to go to bottle bank.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
An extra charge of £15 per a stay (or per week) made for dogs.
Dogs are not allowed on the furniture or upstairs.
Dogs are not to be left unattended.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: One small well behaved pet allowed. £15 surcharge
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Suitable for children under two. Travel cot here.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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.
About the area
Sudbury is home to this cottage. Dedham Vale and Gainsborough's House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Suffolk Distillery and Chantry Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Portman Road. Visit our Sudbury travel guide
Is Romantic village hideaway for two. Great for walking and cycling. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Romantic village hideaway for two. Great for walking and cycling.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Romantic village hideaway for two. Great for walking and cycling.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Romantic village hideaway for two. Great for walking and cycling.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Romantic village hideaway for two. Great for walking and cycling. located?
Situated in Sudbury, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Dedham Vale and within 3 miles (5 km) of Suffolk Distillery and Assington Barn. Great Cornard Country Park and Kingfisher Leisure Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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We enjoyed our week staying in this cosy, well-appointed cottage which was attractive and comfortable. Everyone we met was friendly and welcoming. Boxford is a pretty village and very well placed for exploring Suffolk. We recommend the Box River Cafe for breakfast!
Cracking location and gorgeous property. Really cosy and ideal for our 2 night stay. Just a short walk from the 2 shop and the 2 pubs. Also a delightful cafe in between. Would certainly recommend and would also come back ourselves
Bijou property full of charm- cosy and spotlessly clean- comfortable bed - absolutely delightful but only for two!
Excellent location in a really beautiful village with great dog walks and friendly pub (The Fleece) which served us well on two nights
Easy parking and great for visiting Lavenham and Long Melford
Such a cute, cosy and well equipped hideaway. Great location for exploring the area.
Lovely bedroom with comfortable bed.
Extensive collection of reading material to browse and enjoy.
The little local store a few paces away had everything needed to stock up and the hotel/ pub The Fleece was perfect for a drink in the evening.
We enjoyed our stay at the Old Forge. It was cosy, well equipped and we enjoyed browsing the bookshelves. Boxford is a perfect Suffolk village with good local shops. It is a great location for exploring the Suffolk countryside and coast.
Marianne was a super host with excellent communication. The Old Forge was a lovely place to stay - wonderfully cosy, super shower, loads of books to read should you wish.
Boxford is a pretty village too and was a great place to stay en route to Norfolk.
We really loved the property for our weekend of walking in the nearby countryside. The interiors are beautifully appointed, crisp bedding & all the bits you need. Great library too. Thank you
Compact and charming converted forge with everything you will need for a easy and convenient stay .good location for places we wished to visit. We enjoyed using the property,thank you so much.
Beautiful Studio with wonderful views of church
Set in a charming village
Studio has everything you need for your stay, comfortable and cosy.
Both of us being keen readers, was glorious to be surrounded by so many books.
The lovely owner lives next door, gave us perfect ideas for walks etc and made us aware she was there if we needed her.
Wonderful experience thoroughly recommend
Property was well kept and in line with the description
Clean tidy and lots of information to hand about the local area including recommended walks
The lounge library with hundreds of books to choose from would be great for a longer stay
Boxford is a lovely quaint and quiet Suffolk village with good local pub/hotel (Fleece Hotel) with good food when it’s being served, it doesn’t serve food everyday
In easy driving distance of Lavenham and Flatford Mill as well as other local beauty spots
We had a recommendation for breakfast to go to Old Joe’s from a couple we met in the pub and it turned out to be a great recommendation
No contact required with owner but details left for us if we did
Well worth a stay
Beautiful, well equipped cottage in a lovely location opposite the church..
The welcome goodies were appreciated and Marianne was very accommodating, allowing us to check in early and adjusted our booking to meet our needs.
Lots of walks available from the cottage with routes provided. A lovely area to explore.
We hope to return.
A very comfortable stay in a lovely holiday cottage.
The Old Forge is a very nice place to come home after a busy day. It has all the comfort that you need for a holiday. The contact with Marianne, the owner, is good. She is very easy to contact, if you have questions or need something.
Boxford is a nice and beautiful little village. We will come back in The Old Forge!!