May Barn, Ixworth

4.7★

3 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

8 Customer Review(s)

Richard
September 2023

“Generally a clean and comfortable home.”

A few moans which my cousin has made a note of in the comments book at the house : Bathroom The bath is deep and awkward to get out off and old people might struggle to lift themselves up from it. Also in my bathroom at home I have a toilet brush which I use solely for cleaning the bath ; that might be helpful. The kitchen. Could do with some washing up implements eg. pan brush, sponges, maybe one more tea towel. We had to buy some sponges. A glass jug suitable for putting in the ...

A few moans which my cousin has made a note of in the comments book at the house : Bathroom The bath is deep and awkward to get out off and old people might struggle to lift themselves up from it. Also in my bathroom at home I have a toilet brush which I use solely for cleaning the bath ; that might be helpful. The kitchen. Could do with some washing up implements eg. pan brush, sponges, maybe one more tea towel. We had to buy some sponges. A glass jug suitable for putting in the microwave to cook sauces, soup etc. would be useful. . Apart from those suggestions good place to stay and would stay there again.

- Richard, September 2023
Andy September 2023

“Everything was perfect for our stay”

- Andy, September 2023
Steve September 2023

“We very much enjoyed our week at May Barn, Ixworth.”

It coincided with a September heatwave! The cottage had all the facilities advertised and there was a very comprehensive dossier of practical information which we found useful. The welcoming wine and biscuits were much appreciated! The property was in very nice clean condition and we had a very comfortable stay. Ixworth is a pleasant village, usefully situated for outings to Bury, Stowmarket, Thetford, Ely, etc. We would certainly recommend May Barn to other holiday-makers - and may even return ourselves! Steve and Colin Archer.

- Steve, September 2023
Jessie May 2023

“A lovely place to stay.”

We really enjoyed the area and the places to walk the dogs. Everything we needed was provided by the host as well as extras. This was a lovely place to stay.

- Jessie, May 2023
Mike May 2023

“Lovely accommodation in a charming village.”

Great welcome at the Greyhound pub. I'm 6'5" tall and unwittingly cracked my head on the beam over the door from the kitchen to the living room. I did this twice more despite hanging a cloth from the beam as a warning. Maybe a warning in the advert and definitely one in the house. The big single chair has a large dip which we filled with cushions, but not comfortable. Very hard and low settee. Despite this, I would recommend it as the bed was comfortable and the rest of the rooms were of a high standard.

- Mike, May 2023
Paul March 2023

“We had a fabulous week in the wonderful May Barn.”

It was so clean and so very comfortable. It had everything that you would want for the perfect self catering break. It is tastefully furnished & decorated. The village of Ixworth is delightful with two pubs that cook wonderful food at very reasonable prices. This is a true piece of heaven !! The owners who live next door are so friendly and so helpful that it makes your visit complete.

- Paul, March 2023
Julie February 2023

“Amazing property - so well placed just off the main village road, good location to get to local amenities, restaurants & pubs.”

Beautifully decorated and furnished property. Everything you need when away from home was there. Would definitely recommend to everyone and hope to return again.

- Julie, February 2023
Michelle February 2023

“We had a lovely time, cottage was very pleasant and comfortable, the welcome pack of wine, biscuits and crisp as was a special touch.”

Well equipped kitchen. The only thing we would have liked would have been a shower. Great location to travel to other places, we went to Thetford, Bury St Edmonds and the local vineyard. We also enjoyed the walks around the village. Thank you

- Michelle, February 2023

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining/sitting area
Heating
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, toaster
TV, Freesat, DAB Bluetooth radio, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot available on request
On-road parking for 1 car
Enclosed rear courtyard garden with furniture and barbecue
Two well behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1
note: If you wish to bring a dog it must be mentioned at the time of booking.

The property

May Barn is a comfortable, pet friendly property in the heart of Ixworth. The property is a wonderful mixture of original beams, flint walls and modern touches. Accommodating three people across two bedrooms, with a well equipped bathroom. On the ground floor there is a country style kitchen, cloak room and beautiful living/dining room. The property boasts a gorgeous pebbled courtyard garden, perfect for dining alfresco, complete with a charcoal BBQ. Ground Floor Entering into the property with beautiful country style kitchen to your left, ground floor WC in front and spacious living/dining area to your right. The ground floor is a mixture of tiled and wooden flooring. Kitchen With views onto the garden, this beautiful well equipped kitchen is the perfect space to enjoy self catering cooking. The property has an electric oven with four ring gas hob, integrated dishwasher, 50/50 split fridge freezer, two slice toaster, kettle, microwave and most importantly a Tassimo coffee machine. There is also a Roberts DAB Radio which has bluetooth connectivity, to allow you to listen to your favourite music whilst cooking up a treat. Cloakroom With a stunning flint wall, this room features a WC and wash basin. Living/Dining Room A light and spacious room to sit and relax in, with double aspect views. The owners have carefully added modern luxuries to the space without taking away the appeal of the original features, specifically the beams and flint wall. The room has a two seater sofa and two separate arm chairs positioned subtly towards to flat screen TV. There is a wooden dining table with four leather chairs for you to enjoy dining inside. First Floor Carpeted stairs lead you from the living space up to the landing area, with two bedrooms at either end and a gorgeous family bathroom. Bedroom 1 A luxurious space to unwind at the end of the day, with exposed beams, double aspect windows and decorated in calm and soothing tones. The room features a king size bed with large headboard, bedside tables add decorative lamps. There is a dressing table with a stool and mirror above and a double wardrobe for your belongings. Family Bathroom With roll top bath, WC and wash basin with mirror above. An ideal space to enjoy a good book and glass of wine whilst relaxing in the bath. Bedroom 2 With stunning exposed beams, this room features a full size single bed with bedside table and decorative lamp. Ample storage is provided in the built in wardrobe space. Outside Space The property has a gorgeous pebbled courtyard garden, perfect for enjoying the sun and for alfresco dining. There is an outdoor table with four chairs and a charcoal BBQ for guests use. Parking is available on the road outside.

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

BURY ST EDMUNDS

Thetford 13 miles; Ipswich 27.5 miles; Cambridge 28.1 miles; Colchester 34.2 miles

Bury St Edmunds, locally referred to as Bury, is a historic market town and civil parish found in Suffolk, East Anglia. Boasting over 1000 years of history to discover, it offers plenty to see and do at any time of the year. Describe as being 'Suffolk's foodie town', you can expect to find plenty of tempting eateries to assist you on your self-catered stay including all of pubs, restaurants, cafés and takeaways galore, as well as there being a good selection of supermarkets and convenience stores for those seeking fresh ingredients or any picnic essentials. Admire the beautiful architecture of the town whilst visiting both its high street and independent stores, with abbey ruins and gardens, art galleries, Suffolk's only cathedral and Moyse's Hall Museum to find too, offering something for all tastes. Visit the 200 acres of Nowton Park where you can walk amongst the landscaped lands of Suffolk's countryside, or take a trip to discover the beauty of Thetford Forest Park, spanning over 18,730 hectares, here you can find serene walking and cycling routes as well as attractions such as High Lodge, Lynford Stag, Lynford Arboretum, the Harling Woods and so much more. The coast can also be reached via a scenic drive, where you can find the traditional seaside towns of Felixstowe and Clacton-on-Sea, while Ipswich, Cambridge and Colchester are all within reach too.

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Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (Ref. 1117040)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Generally a clean and comfortable home.”

“Everything was perfect for our stay”

“We very much enjoyed our week at May Barn, Ixworth.”

“A lovely place to stay.”

“Lovely accommodation in a charming village.”

“We had a fabulous week in the wonderful May Barn.”