Guests say
Honey Cottage is a charming and cosy traditional cottage in a peaceful Suffolk location, ideal for exploring the coast and countryside. Guests particularly enjoyed the lovely enclosed garden, dog-friendly features, and proximity to a welcoming local pub. While the cottage offers a comfortable stay with characterful features, guests noted the steep spiral staircase and temperamental shower as challenges. The kitchen is well-equipped but could benefit from some updates. Overall, visitors found it a delightful base for a relaxing break, with many expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, with fresh bedding and a tidy environment. However, several reviews mentioned issues such as cobwebs, dead spiders, and unwashed oven trays, indicating that cleanliness could be improved in some areas.
The location was highly praised for its tranquillity, scenic walks, and easy access to beaches and local amenities. The nearby pub and peaceful setting were frequently highlighted as positives.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and comfortable, enjoying the garden and wood burner. The main drawbacks were the steep, narrow staircase and the tricky shower, which could be problematic for those with mobility issues or young children.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen essentials and a spacious dining area, but several guests noted outdated or inadequate kitchenware, a temperamental shower, and minor maintenance issues such as a broken dishwasher door and insecure gate.
Some guests suggested that a small welcome pack or complimentary logs for the fire would be appreciated, but these are not guaranteed. There were no consistent mentions of thoughtful extras being provided during stays.
About this property
Idyllic country cottage with wrap round fully enclosed mature private garden backing onto open fields and with a small courtyard..
Ground Floor:
Living room: With wood burner, 32" Smart TV and wooden floor.
Kitchen/dining room: With electric cooker, electric hob, combi microwave/oven/grill, dishwasher,fridge/freezer and washing machine.
Shower room: With large, walk-in shower and toilet.
Quirky, narrow winding stairs leading to.
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First Floor:
Bedroom 1: With double bed and wooden floor.
Bedroom 2: With ¾ double bed (for one), single bed and wooden floor.
. Electric central heating and electricity (£40per week November-March), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Set at the end of a row of three 18th century cottages, originally part of the Lady Wentworth Estate you’ll find Honey Cottage. This adorable property offers an abundance of character, perfectly placed in the idyllic village of Friston. Prepare to escape to fresh air, country walks and big skies at this tranquil location, perfect for couples, friends and families to spend quality time together. Honey Cottage offers a cosy living room with wood burner, perfect for those chilly evenings, plus spacious open plan kitchen and dining area to enjoy quality time. There is also an ironing board and iron provided.
If you don’t fancy cooking the village pub is a short stroll away, offering relaxed country dining. Friston village is a beautiful rural location, with easy access to open space, woodland walks and beaches. A great location for nature lovers, close to rspb Minsmere, - 2400 acre nature reserve and with an abundance of countryside walks. The traditional seaside town of Aldburgh is just 4 miles away, with stunning beach, shops and eateries and famous for its 4 yard Scallop! The 2-mile trip to Snape Maltings is a must, with independent shops, galleries and concert hall set in a stunning waterside location, the perfect place to sample tasty local produce. Beach 4 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ 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.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There is a winter fuel supplement of £40 payable to the owner.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (21)
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John Treacy
Enjoyed my week stay at Honey cottage with my family and dogs. Lovely and relaxing holiday. Just over 5mins drive to the coast and local shopsWould have put 5stars for overall rating but as other reviews the stairs are very tight if you have reduced mobility. But it didn't spoil our break. Would we stay again YES!
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Deirdre Murphy
Honey Cottage was in a beautiful location and the house itself was fine The facilties were awful The kitchen equipment was dreadful not only outdated but totally inadequatecooker not fit for purposeno basic things left like salt or pepper etc The shower was a nightmare the stairs were difficult but manageable Might be worth informing people ,especially those with mobility issues
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Confirmed Guest
Great place with everything we needed.The dogs loved exploring the enclosed garden. The only downside the stairs if you have mobility issues. We had a lovely peaceful 4 days.