The Cartlodge in Norfolk | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About The Cartlodge

Welcome to The Cartlodge in Shelland, Suffolk, your ultimate countryside escape. This delightful cottage sleeps six people and offers three spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, ensuring ample space and privacy for everyone.

The accommodation is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a peaceful retreat.

The ground floor features a welcoming open-plan living space, with large windows and double French doors that let in plenty of natural light. The farmhouse kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, including an American-style fridge/freezer and a coffee machine, making it easy to prepare meals.

The comfortable lounge area with a Smart TV is perfect for cosy evenings in.

Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms. The first bedroom boasts a super-king-size bed and an en-suite shower room.

The second bedroom has a double bed with a single bunk above, while the third bedroom features a king-size bed and another en-suite shower room. A family bathroom completes the first-floor layout, ensuring convenience for all guests.

Outside, the large enclosed garden is perfect for outdoor dining and relaxation.

Enjoy a meal on the patio or unwind in the hot tub (extra charge applies), making the most of the tranquil surroundings. Private parking for three cars is available, and a welcome pack awaits your arrival.

Explore the nearby attractions, including Stowmarket (4 miles) with its traditional market and The Museum of East Anglian Life.

Bury St Edmunds (12 miles) offers a brewery, Abbey Gardens, and Georgian squares. Ipswich (16 miles) features a modern waterfront with luxury yachts, leisure boats, and a variety of bars and restaurants.

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Need To Know

✓Located on a 250-acre farm
✓70 acres of woodland
✓Three bedrooms
✓Three bathrooms
✓Hot tub in enclosed garden
✓Open-plan living space
✓Smart TV in lounge and bedrooms
✓American-style fridge/freezer
✓Private parking for 3 cars
✓Family-friendly amenities
✓Highchair and travel cot available
✓Beautiful countryside views

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Willow Cottage at Wattisham Hall

10 Miles

East of England » Norfolk

Sleeps 4

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 2

Willow Cottage at Wattisham Hall in Suffolk is a charming converted barn that sleeps four people. It features two bedrooms, an open-plan living area, and a cosy family bathroom. Enjoy the private patio with a hot tub and BBQ, plus access to a shared games room and outdoor play park. Dog-friendly and perfect for families.

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The Cartlodge Reviews

Louise

The Cartlodge is perfect. From the spacious bedrooms to the well equipped kitchen and of course the beautiful views. It was perfect for everyone in our party as we could enjoy family time with meals all together in the dining area, time as a couple relaxing in the hot tub and time in the large outdoor garden area with our young child watching the wRead moreildlife. The Cartlodge was also in the perfect location. We were close to Ipswich where we could visit friends and also close to the train station meaning we could travel to London. It is the perfect, peaceful, tranquil spot and we absolutely fell in love. We hope to return again in the near future! Hide

Heather

Lovely place to stay quiet and peaceful

Carl

Great for a relaxing break with the family and Dog, the walks around the farmland and private woods were perfect!

Mathew

The Cartlodge has everything you need for a nice relaxing holiday with beautiful views from the garden and the added bonus of using the private woodland for walking the dog. We have had a fantastic week and will definitely return again.

Lynn

Always had good property's

Hannah

We had the best stay at The Cartlodge. It literally felt like home. Perfect in every way x

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Attractions Near The Cartlodge

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Cartlodge itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Norfolk has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Colchester Zoo - CO3 0SL

about 11 Miles

Colchester Zoo is a fantastic place to visit with something for all the family. Wander around and see the array of animals in excellent habitats. Don't forget to visit the Leopards at Ussuri Falls, this new expansion can be located opposte the White Tiger Valley and the Medellin Momkeys. Other popular areas of the zoo include Tiger Taiga, Chimp World and Wallaby Walkabout. Look out for special events throughout the year such as Shriek Week on Halloween. If you book tickets online you can obtain a discount of 10% and are also fast tracked on entry to the zoo - a great idea in the school holidays.

Great Notley Park - CM77 7FS

about 13 Miles

This attraction is currently under construction but we are looking forward to it opening in early 2011. The philosophy of the Discovery Centre is 'healthy body, healthy mind, healthy planet and aims to change people's attitudes and actions towards our planet. Educational as well as fun there are plenty of activities such as outdoor sport pitches, cycle and walking trails and indoor activity rooms. This is a unique attraction for the whole family.

Ickworth House, Park & Gardens - IP29 5QE

about 14 Miles

The National Trust Ickworth House, Park & Gardens is a Beautiful 1800 acre country estate with many attractions including a fantastic adventure playground for the children and a range of nature trails which the whole family will enjoy. The site also has a family friendly cycle route a gift shop and a small café

National Horse Racing Museum - CB8 8JL

about 20 Miles

This is a museum with a difference and a must see if you are into horse racing. You can take guided tours around the museum or choose to wander round yourself admiring the exhibits. New for 2010 is a Junior Fun Tour which is ideal for children. Simply ask the gallery staff for a Fun Tour pack when you enter the museum and kids can answer questions and spot clues and tips on the way round. One of the most popular recent exhibitions is the Thoroughbred: State of the Art exhibition in Gallery 5 on until 31st October. Check out their websites for the latest exhibitions.

Suffolk Owl Sanctuary - IP28 6HX

about 21 Miles

This amazing owl sanctuary located in the Stowmarket area of Suffolk should be high on your list of places to visit in the area. The attraction is also a registered charity and carries out important work in the care & rehabilitation of owls from the region. The sanctuary also raises awareness of owl conservation throughout the UK. Between April and the end of September there are two superb flying displays each day so you should try and make your visit coincide with one of these displays if you can.