White Sheep Cottage
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Overview
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
6 guests
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Cottage
White Sheep forms the larger part of a gorgeous and immaculately restored Suffolk longhouse with beautiful gardens, in the delightful village of Peasenhall, close to the Heritage Coast and surrounded by quintessentially English countryside, great pubs, lovely villages and excellent walking and cycling.
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sitting room, dining room, huge eat-in kitchen with inglenook, exquisite period features, exceptionally comfortable, big outdoor spaces, parking
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
No parties or events.
No third party bookings.
No groups of unsupervised teenagers.
Bedrooms
2 Kings2 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Full bath2 Attached (ensuite)
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Discover819679
2 contributions
Wonderfully situated, comprehensively and thoughtfully equipped, characterful cottage ,about to book return stay
I love White Sheep Cottage and can't wait to return (i've just booked for my third visit). Peasenhall is a quiet village, but so accessible for a shortish drive to coastal resorts , NT reserves, walks - each day a new place to visit! I know we'll discover new places this year. Our stay felt like a true balm after so many months at home (2020)The sun shone on our plans and on the beautiful garden. Memory highlights include strolling to the local gastropub for superb al fresco meals, meeting the local peacock en route, (a relief to find him still going after five years), paddling at Southwold, sitting on the beach at Aldeburgh lunching on fresh crab salad, not to mention sundowners in the sunny garden and ,on the warm evenings, digestifs in the moonlight. Sue is such a thoughtful host, it feels like she's thought of any- and everything you might need in any weather to keep guests of all ages happy.
Visited August 2020
Written 12 March 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thank you Dianne for your lovely review and booking. Look forward to welcoming you back in August.
Written 15 March 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
David B
London, United Kingdom1 contribution
A very special place to stay
Looking forward to returning to White Sheep again this summer after a fabulous stay during October half term when we’ll be able to see the garden in full bloom and even more spectacular.
The cottage is really beautiful and oozes character with all of its open beams and lime plastered walls balanced with so many stylish and personal touches that make you feel at home. The kitchen is large, well equipped with plenty of space to sit and chat before spreading out into the dining room and sprawling on the sitting room sofas. Comfortable beds and spacious hot showers. Every detail on point.
The weather was warm and at every opportunity the patio doors were opened and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting out in this magical garden.
We had a fabulous time walking through the nearby countryside as well as trips to the coast and estuaries; not to mention sampling the local pubs.
Thank you Sue - this is a very special place and a rare find. We shall be back often.
Visited October 2020
Written 10 March 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thank you David for your lovely review. I look forward to welcoming you all back very soon!
Written 10 March 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Kay R
1 contribution
Heavenly cottage, garden and location perfect for family holidays
White Sheep is a beautiful cottage, over 400 years old, in a pretty village called Peasenhall and ideally situated for visiting the beautiful Suffolk coastline and country walks.
We especially love the garden which attracts butterflies and bees, a perfect backdrop to outdoor dining and relaxing. So lovely to have outdoor space. The house is thoughtfully stocked with absolutely everything you need from kitchen utensils to a wonderful selection of reading materials that cover the local area well. Sue has written a very useful manual to help direct you to local amenities. There's an abundance of excellent local pubs serving up fantastic food.
The bedrooms are lovely, with gorgeous views.
Peasenhall has an incredible deli 100 metres away and a butchers and post office down the road which is always useful when on holiday and peacocks just strolling down the street!
Highly recommend this wonderful place and Sue has been super friendly and very easy to communicate with.
Total recommend
Visited August 2020
Written 4 March 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Come back soon!
Written 4 March 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Will R
Westland Tai Poutini National Park, New Zealand3 contributions
Amazing cottage in great location
We stayed in White Sheep Cottage for 3 nights over NYE.
The cottage itself is beautiful, over 400 years old which brings lovely features and quirks that might not be to everyone’s tastes but has real character.
The cottage is incredibly well appointed, we cooked in every night and couldn’t have thought of anything that the kitchen didn’t have. There are three social areas spread between the kitchen, dining room and living room which is very nice if a group of 6 wants to spread out a little bit. The living room is very comfortable with more than enough sofa room for 6 a digital TV and a range of books and board games. It is also at the far end from the adjoining cottage so there’s minimal noise transmission between the two.
The bedrooms and beds specifically are excellent. Top quality linens, comfortable mattresses and very nice bathrooms.
There’s a lovely garden that we didn’t get much use of but would be fantastic in the summer.
Sue has also written a very informative guest manual that’s very comprehensive and incredibly useful for exploring the wonderful Suffolk coastline.
Would highly recommend to anyone, but do keep in mind and don’t be surprised by sloped floors, short doorways etc. As would be expected in any 400+ year old cottage.
Visited December 2019
Written 8 January 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thanks Will, you’re right about the sloping floor in one of the bedrooms and some low doorways, thanks so much for your lovely comments and comprehensive review! You should come back in summer because the garden is truly gorgeous ......though I say it myself.....I do love my garden, it’s my pride and joy and I’m very proud of how much fantastic wildlife it supports.
Written 14 January 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Josephine S
Edinburgh, United Kingdom1 contribution
A beautiful cottage
We had a really lovely time at White sheep cottage and will definitely be going back. It is a fantastic location for coastal walks and a great weekend in the countryside!
Visited November 2019
Written 17 December 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thank you Jo for your lovely review and also the links to the Sebald book, now in the library at White Sheep for all to enjoy! Come back soon!
Written 19 December 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Julian C
London, United Kingdom9 contributions
Just what the Doctor ordered!
Just got home from a lovely long weekend at White Sheep Cottage which I found to be very much as described in its text and accompanying photographs. To be laid low by a bout of "man-flu" on our last day and yet to feel perfectly happy staying there on my own while my companions went out for another day of fun in wonderful Suffolk lends clear testament that White Sheep Cottage is a very welcoming, comfortable, stylish and restful 'home from home', and in an exquisite part of the UK. You'll love it!
Visited September 2019
Written 1 October 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thank you Julian, glad to know you were comfortable even when poorly!
Written 14 October 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
OregonArt
87 contributions
Central to Suffolk Coast and Bury
Sue was very helpful and responsive both before and during our stay, and we appreciated having Paypal as an option as it avoided dealing with our local bank and currency transfers. She also arranged for some very nice sunny and hot weather for the 2 weeks , we brought our NW US raingear which helped appease the rain gods.
The mattresses at the cottage are great, I found them very comfortable and the 3 bathrooms are well equipped and just right, wonderful hot water too . The clothes washer was easy to use compared to some we have encountered in the UK, we used the clothes rack instead of the dryer just as we do at home.
The cottage was originally built about 1562 and people were shorter then, if you are of average UK/US height you should not have a problem. Also some floors are not as flat as you would have in today’s modern house, unless you use a walking cane you should not have problem. I wore my baseball cap inside as a reminder as I’m 6’ 4” or 193cm, less some shrinkage. At any rate do your due diligence and ask Sue about any concerns. By the way the small bedroom is indeed small, you may have to put your luggage on the landing outside.
Following are a couple of snapshots from our enjoyable trip to Suffolk which I thought you might like..
On July 4th we had a barbecue for 12 in the Sheep Cottage garden and everyone had a garden chair and a shady spot -it was a sunny hot day. We purchased the large Portobello mushrooms, 2 types of sausage, chicken and some pies from Creasy’s butcher shop a short walk along “The Causeway” which runs parallel to the main street, and gets you away from the traffic. Creasey’s is a real old style butchers shop. We purchased the last bag of ”real charcoal” from the PO/ Shop.
Bury St Edmunds or “Bury” as my Dad always called it, is well worth a visit. Relatives gave us a Saturday Market day walking tour starting in Ram Meadow Car park IP33 1XT at 9.30 am. It's £2.30 to park all day and a good place to meet if you have several cars. Get there early it fills up fast. The tour went something like this:
See the Abbey Ruins, gardens, and Abbey Walls, then go to the Cathedral. Then go to the market, look at the stalls, have an Indian meal -get a plastic top for the container so you can eat the rest at home for dinner. It’s a lot of food. Watch the people walk by while you sit and eat lunch. Next go to the bird house and ice cream? and the rest of the gardens. Last the tiny Nutshell pub, have a beer or just have a quick peek inside. Back to the pay per park, and home. Can easily be a half day plus the drive to/from Sheep Cottage about 1hr
Visited June 2019
Written 16 July 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thank you for your helpful and informative review!
Written 1 October 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Climber39520606335
1 contribution
Wonderful and relaxed place to stay
The cottage was a delight to stay in. Its stylishly decorated, spacious and very comfortable with a pretty back garden and a lovely pond. The cottage is in a perfect location on the edge of the village within easy walking distance of local shops, tea room and pub. It's a great base for exploring the countryside, stunning beaches and also the vineyards near by. Sue was a great host - very welcoming, attentive and helpful. We definitely plan to visit again.
Visited April 2019
Written 26 April 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Thaks Carey for your lovely comments. Look forward to welcoming you again soon. Welcome to the Good Guest Club :)
Written 28 April 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Olivia M
1 contribution
A wonderful cottage, with beautiful country garden
We stayed at White Sheep Cottage in July and had a wonderful time. The cottage is so pretty, and wonderful to have all the old features inside. The kitchen was really well equipped, and the beds were really comfy! The garden was so pretty. The cottage is in a great spot for exploring the area, and its lovely to have the pub and some shops within walking distance as well.
Visited July 2018
Written 15 August 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
Hi there, thanks so much for your lovely review and guest book entry. Hope you’ll come back soon!
Written 21 August 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
starrygirl
Oxford, United Kingdom4 contributions
Fabulous quirky cottage
What a gem! A wonderfully well equipped cottage with pretty garden in a great location in the village. Shops within walking distance and even a pub! We will be back
Visited June 2018
Written 5 July 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventurer650862
So glad you enjoyed your stay, look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Written 6 July 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
What this rental offers
Services
- Housekeeping included
Bathroom and laundry
- Washer
- Dryer
- Towels provided
- Iron
- Linens provided
Parking
- Parking available
Nearby
- Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
- Hiking areas
- Countryside area
- Tennis court
- Horse riding facilities
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Kitchen and dining
- Cooker
- Grill
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Toaster
Location info
- Kid friendly
- Beachfront/Lakeside
Outdoor amenities
- Private yard
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Patio
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Television
Indoor amenities
- Central heating
- Cable television
- Internet access
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Cycling areas
- Watersports
Map
Getting there
Norwich Airport
29.4 mi
Restaurants
Huntingfield Arms
3 mi
The Fox Inn
3.7 mi
The Queen's Head
4 mi
The Poachers Pocket
3.1 mi
Attractions
Macclesfield Alpacas
2.1 mi • Farms
Suffolk Escape Room
4.8 mi • Escape Games
The Queen's Head
4 mi • Bars & Clubs
Emmerdale Farm Shop
3.2 mi • Speciality & Gift Shops
About the neighbourhood
What To Do in and Around Sheep Cottages and Peasenhall<BR><BR>Lounge Around<BR><BR>Both inside and out, Sheep Cottages are great places to lounge around, reading, playing games, listening to music, or just doing nothing at all. In summer, chill out on the patio, or make like the Cadbury's Flake girl in the wild flower meadow. If it's cold, light a fire and curl up on a big squishy sofa wrapped up in a soft rug ...<BR><BR>Eat and Drink<BR><BR>Whether at home or out and about, both eating and drinking are a huge pleasure. The village provides an excellent general store, an award winning butcher and a fabulous "by royal appointment" deli, whilst from farm shops, vineyards and breweries all around can be sourced delicious ice cream, bread, pies, cakes, jams, chutneys, fruit and veg, wine, cider and beer, all of which make cooking and eating at home great fun. Venture out and there are fantastic pubs and restaurants in every direction and for every taste, from the simplest pub grub or fish and chips through gastro pub scoff and excellent but understated cooking, to posh nosh in country house hotels.<BR><BR>Walk, Cycle, Fish, Sail, Swim, Play Golf<BR><BR>The countryside all around is gorgeous and offers endless possibilities for easy walking and cycling straight from your front door. You can store your own bikes in the shed (or shod as it's known in Suffolk) or rent from Darsham Bikes. Both river and sea fishing are available locally, and are said to be excellent. Sea swimming is bracing and very good for you! The sailing needs no introduction - if you sail you will know, golfing likewise.<BR><BR>Watch Wildlife<BR><BR>You could spend a week watching and listening to the birds in the garden at Sheep Cottages ... but on your doorstep are some of the greatest RSPB reserves in the country... as well as hares, owls, deer, badgers and countless other wildlife waiting to thrill on even the shortest walk or drive.<BR><BR>If Life's a Beach ...<BR><BR>... then you'll be a very happy bunny. Within 15 minutes drive of Sheep Cottages is the Heritage Coast which takes in Southwold, Walberswick, Butley, Dunwich and Aldeburgh - all different, all unspoiled, all beautiful.<BR><BR>Art, Books, Music<BR><BR>Each cottage has a good quality hi-fi with iPod dock on which to enjoy music, a small library of books, and art and objects from across the world. But around Peasenhall is a hotbed of artistic activity, with galleries galore and festivals of music, art and drama left and right, particularly in summer, from the famous - Latitude, Snape and Aldeburgh - to the lesser known three miles away at Yoxford. There is outdoor opera and drama at Glemham Hall, art cinemas in Aldeburgh and Southwold ... the list is endless.<BR><BR>Explore Local History<BR><BR>All around there are beautiful churches and awe inspiring castles, lively market towns and quaint villages, grand houses and ancient pubs. Your Pevsner will be well employed in this part of Suffolk.<BR><BR>Go Shopping<BR><BR>... for food, for drink, for art, for antiques ... markets, antique emporia, farm shops, galleries, breweries and wine merchants abound. You may need a roof rack for the journey home ...<BR><BR>Sleep<BR><BR>If it all gets too exhausting or if what you've come for is a rest, then rest assured that the beds and pillows are extremely comfortable and complemented by beautifully soft pure cotton linens and snuggly duvets. Relish the peace and tranquility of country nights and enjoy a week or two or three of blissful sleep.<BR><BR>More information is available on my website, www.sheepcottages.co.uk
Access
Car advised
How to get there
By Car<BR><BR>Peasenhall sits on the A1120, a signed touristic route which runs through the village from the A12 at Yoxford to the A14 at Stowmarket. From the A12 and the A14 there is then excellent access to other parts of East Anglia and all of the UK. London and Birmingham are each about a two hour drive,<BR>By Train<BR><BR>The nearest station is Darsham, also approximately two hours from Liverpool Street. From Darsham to Sheep Cottages is four miles.<BR><BR>By Air<BR><BR>The nearest airport is Stansted, about ninety minutes away, but Heathrow and Gatwick are also easily accessible in approximately three hours.<BR>
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesTennis courtWatersports
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Frequently Asked Questions about White Sheep Cottage
- White Sheep Cottage is able to accommodate up to 6 guests. See all property details.
- White Sheep Cottage has 3 bathrooms available. See all property details.
- White Sheep Cottage has 3 bedrooms available. See all property details.
- Stays at White Sheep Cottage must last at least 3 nights. See all property details.