Courtyard Cottage, Poplar Farm Barn | Saxmundham | Sweffling | East Anglia

Customer rating

4.9★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

49 Customer Review(s)

Tom
October 2025

“Mike and Glenis are great hosts,they made us feel at home and helped with local info.”

Cottage very comfortable and well equipped.

Cottage very comfortable and well equipped.

- Tom, October 2025
Roger August 2025

“An excellent place to stay in every sense, a real home from home with everything provided and carefully thought out.”

One of the very best self-catering properties I have stayed in over many years of experience. Situated in a quiet rural setting but a perfect base for reaching the coast and for exploring inland this beautiful part of Suffolk.

- Roger, August 2025
Stephen August 2025

“Beautifully presented cottage with a really high quality interior.”

Comfortable bed, with very spacious rooms. Not what you expect from a 1 bedroom cottage. The only thing that caught me out was not having a shaving style plug in the bathroom for our electric toothbrushes. A very minor point, which shows just how good a property it was. Lovely, friendly, informative hosts too. Thank you

- Stephen, August 2025

Thank you for your lovely review. I’m glad you had a good time and found the place comfortable. Nice to meet you. Take your point about the charger. We’ll see what we can do! Property Owner
Frances July 2025

“We enjoyed our stay at Courtyard Cottage.”

The property was very clean and well maintained.The owners were friendly and welcoming.

- Frances, July 2025
Ronald June 2025

“A very clean, comfortable , spacious and well equipped cottage.”

The hosts were friendly, and helpful but not intrusive. Ideally situated for touring Suffolk. We highly recommend this cottage.

- Ronald, June 2025

Pleasure having you to stay so glad you enjoyed your holiday and enjoyed the cottage, and Suffolk Property Owner
Horace Bryan June 2025

“A charming holiday retreat with character and some modern touches.”

A very comprehensive fitted kitchen, Very nice bedroom with ample storage and very comfortable bed, Very amicable hosts - many thanks for Welcome items, The Crown Inn at Gt Glemham nearby is a must visit for excellent food,

- Horace Bryan, June 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely review. So pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Hope to see you again Property Owner
Gillian June 2025

“Enjoyed our few days at Courtyard Cottage thank you .”

Very comfortable accommodation and well equipped. Good location for visiting places of interest in the surrounding area .

- Gillian, June 2025

Thank you Property Owner
Derek John June 2025

“We found the property beautifully quiet and ideally placed for exploring Suffolk.”

Saxmundham was a short drive with its two Supermarkets and Takeaways the Indian Restaurant superb. (we are on holiday after all!). The coastal resorts of Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, and Southwold, all were in easy reach for a day trip and well worth a visit. Local fresh produce markets were close by too . The local Pubs served a good range of food at reasonable prices if you prefer to dine out. The property was tastefully decorated and a joy to sit in, with all mod cons, and some traditional touches which blended in well with the property, there was everything you needed for a stay. We enjoyed sitting in the lovely secluded garden, enjoying listening to the birds singing, most evenings. The owners Mike and Glenys were welcoming and very friendly with places to visit and local information. We would certainly revisit in future and stay here again. Derek and Clare

- Derek John, June 2025

What a lovely review thank you so much. We appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed your time inSweffling and the Cottage met your expectations. Hope to see you again Property Owner
Sharon June 2025

“The owners were very helpful.”

Nothing was too much for them. Directions to the cottage were very good. The cottage had a lot of nice touches, including flowers, outdoor seating, paintings and interesting ceramics etc. It was well equipped and an excellent location to visiting historical attractions and the Suffolk coast. An interesting pub is within easy walking distance.

- Sharon, June 2025

Thank you for your feedback… so glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
David April 2025

“What a lovely place to stay the greeting from the owners was warm and welcoming.”

The cottage was very clean and well appointed and we would love to stay again

- David, April 2025

Perfect guests who we would be happy to welcome back at any time. Property Owner
Amanda October 2023

“A lovely and very well-equipped cottage.”

Great location for exploring Suffolk. Very helpful and friendly owners and the cottage was spotless. A great place to stay!

- Amanda, October 2023
Stephen October 2023

“Comfortable bed, excellent shower room, kitchen OK.”

Sitting area : settee not comfortable,could do with two comfortable chairs . Cosy room. Safe but awkward parking. Sykes description “ outskirts of Saxmundham” a bit of a stretch when the cottage is some distance the other side of the A12 .

- Stephen, October 2023
Stephen September 2023

“Super cottage and Friendly owners.”

- Stephen, September 2023
Peter August 2023

“The cottage was very well fitted out, clean and comfortable.”

The owner, Mike, who lives close by was friendly and helpful. The location was quiet and excellent for exploring Suffolk and all it offers. All in all a most enjoyable stay that we'd recommend without reservation.

- Peter, August 2023
Marion June 2023

“A very well appointed cottage with everything we could possibly need.”

The owner lived on the site and was most helpful. A very positive experience. Thankyou.

- Marion, June 2023
Linda May 2023

“I can only reiterate the previous reviews, we have stayed in many cottages, through Sykes and other companies, this is the very best we have stayed in so far.”

Absolutely 5 star.

- Linda, May 2023
Andy May 2023

“A wonderful cottage set in a beautiful part of Suffolk.”

Very peaceful. There was nothing lacking in the facilities and the cottage was spotless. Thanks for a wonderful stay. Andy & Christine.

- Andy, May 2023
David January 2023

“A lovely, well equipped cottage in a quiet location.”

The owners had provided all the necessary facilities which afforded a very relaxing break. It felt like a home from home.

- David, January 2023
Elizabeth November 2022

“Glenys and Mike were most welcoming hosts, the welcome pack was tremendously helpful and provided some local products.”

Glenys offered some great tips of places to visit. I loved the cottage, it was very comfortable and had everything you needed.plus was very clean. It typically represented a Suffolk cottage and the courtyard was charming. It is ideally placed for visiting lots of interesting places. I really enjoyed my stay and would love to visit again.

- Elizabeth, November 2022

Many thanks for your lovely review. Most appreciated Glenys and Mike Property Owner
Timothy November 2022

“Lovely cottage in good location and with very friendly host.”

- Timothy, November 2022
Sarah September 2022

“Courtyard Cottage was lovely, really well-equipped and comfortable, with everything we needed, and our hosts were welcoming and friendly (and provided a lovely breakfast welcome pack).”

The cottage is situated in a small and peaceful village, from where it is easy to get to many beautiful places, including the coast. We found plenty to do over the fortnight we were there and look forward to returning another time. Thank you!

- Sarah, September 2022

Thank you Sarah for such a lovely feedback. So glad it was a good holiday for you both Glenys and Mike Property Owner
John September 2022

“A great well equipped little cottage in a lovely peaceful location.”

With a welcoming pack of staple provisions on arrival. Great base in which to explore the lovely Suffolk countryside & coastal resorts.

- John, September 2022
Christine August 2022

“Would highly recommend this property it is Central to all the popular places for sightseeing and there are some great walks around and about.”

The property is lovely and clean and has many extras and also when we arrived the welcome pack was a nice surprise, also the hosts are very helpful and friendly and go out of their way to make you welcome

- Christine, August 2022

Thank you Christine and John for your kind comments and being perfect guests. Property Owner
Anthony July 2022

“The cottage provided for all our needs & parking was excellent friendly host’s a perfect Suffolk retreat”

- Anthony, July 2022
Aileen June 2022

“We love the Suffolk coast so this for us was the perfect place to explore from.”

A lovely cottage with everything you need. Very quiet and relaxing location. Thank you.

- Aileen, June 2022
Andrew April 2022

“An excellent base for visiting the Suffolk Coast (eg Aldeburgh and Orford) as well as other interesting nearby attractions such as Sutton Hoo and Framlingham Castle.”

The property was easy to find in the centre of a small, quiet village. The single storey barn conversion, across a large courtyard from the owner's property, was very clean, has a modern bathroom and a well equipped kitchen. In the evening we enjoyed sitting in the courtyard garden area listening to the birds singing.

- Andrew, April 2022
Clare March 2022

“Comfortable, warm, cosy and well equipped cottage, with a lovely welcome pack of juice, milk, bread, eggs and butter.”

Thank you to Glenys & Michael for their welcome.

- Clare, March 2022
Stephen December 2021

“Small comfortable cottage in peaceful village.”

Ideal location for walks. We enjoyed our New Year break and would return. Small points, that did not spoil our visit but could enhance an already excellent property, we found the heating difficult to control, there was no cupboard space for our own supplies and a washing machine would be good for a longer stay.

- Stephen, December 2021
Patricia October 2021

“The facilities and equipment were the best , both in quality and comprehensive provision, we have had in a holiday cottage.”

The bathroom especially was sparklingly clean and the large walk in shower was perfect for my limited mobility, as was the whole of this all ground floor accommodation. The generous welcome pack was a lovely surprise and set the tone for the genuinely friendly, approachable and always helpful attitude of the owners. A cosy, relaxing retreat in beautiful countryside, with everything we could want , and within easy reach of the coast and pretty Suffolk villages.

- Patricia, October 2021

Thank you so much for your great review, it is much appreciated and makes it all worthwhile. Hope to see you again Glenys and Michael Property Owner
Saba October 2021

“The cottage was excellent as a base for visiting the coastal towns and villages, as well as a lovely place to come to at the end of the day.”

The living room felt spacious and if there is a cold evening we’d recommend the wood burner for extra coziness, though the electric heating is very efficient. We like cooking and the cottage had one of the most well-equipped kitchens I have ever seen - we didn’t have to use any of the utensils we brought with us. We cooked every night so it was great to have the dishwasher. The decor was modern but comfortable with interesting antique and vintage pieces. I’d imagine the cottage would also be perfect for a family as the kids can be in their room at one end of the living room, giving the adults a bit of space at the other end. We really appreciated the thoughtful touches such as the local milk, eggs, bread and butter provided. We met Glenys briefly who was friendly and welcoming. We would happily stay here again if we had another holiday in the area.

- Saba, October 2021

So kind! Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Best wishes Glenys and Michael Property Owner
Graham October 2021

“We had a lovely stay at the Cottage.”

the welcome pack was very good, Mike and Glenys were perfect hosts. It was an ideal location for exploring Suffolk. We will return for a future stay.

- Graham, October 2021
Georgia August 2021

“This is a comfortable, peaceful cottage in a beautiful area of suffolk.”

- Georgia, August 2021
Jenneke July 2021

“We had a lovely stay in Suffolk.”

The cottage was lovely, clean and comfortable. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. There was a welcome breakfast pack on arrival. All round a perfect stay.

- Jenneke, July 2021
Gill July 2021

“This accommodation was of a high standard and very comfortable.”

The owners were very friendly and helpful. The location was central to the areas attractions

- Gill, July 2021
Terry June 2021

“Excellent location, very quiet but not far to amenities and attractions.”

Hope we can return some time.

- Terry, June 2021
R June 2021

“We had a perfectly relaxing break in this lovely barn conversion.”

Very comfortable and well equipped accommodation with a welcome pack of bread, tea etc. Much needed after a long journey and our hosts, Glen and Mike were friendly and helpful. There is a beautiful garden and seating outside to enjoy it. We would highly recommend Courtyard Cottage!

- R, June 2021
Diane May 2021

“Very comfortable well equipped cottage in quiet location, central to Suffolk's attractions.”

Highly recommend.

- Diane, May 2021
Anne April 2021

“Caring hosts and a lovely cottage with all the amenities needed for a good holiday.”

Excellent location in Suffolk - close to coast, rivers and countryside in a quiet setting.

- Anne, April 2021
John September 2020

“Really Cosy little cottage with everything we needed, would thoroughly recommend for anyone who wants to explore Suffolk.”

- John, September 2020
Emma August 2020

“Courtyard Cottage is in a great location for exploring the delights of Suffolk.”

The cottage is very homely and has everything you might need for your holiday. A very peaceful and quiet spot and with the owners on hand for advice on areas to visit and places to eat. We would highly recommend it to others.

- Emma, August 2020
Linda July 2020

“Great location for some peace and quiet.”

Very well equipped and easy access to go sight seeing to various locations. Definitely recommend.

- Linda, July 2020
Virika July 2020

“This was an amazing cottage.”

Beautifully clean, cosy and had everything we needed. The owners were fabulous; so helpful and welcoming. We had a lovely week going to the coast every day, walking and driving on quiet country roads. We would love to stay here again and can't wait to come back. Book this cottage; you won't be disappointed!

- Virika, July 2020
Marilyn November 2019

“Best cottage we’ve stayed in though all been good”

- Marilyn, November 2019
Wendy September 2019

“Absolutely perfect.”

The owners had thought of everything for a comfortable stay. Very peaceful and restful and would happily stay there again and again. Highly recommended.

- Wendy, September 2019
Andrew September 2019

“Great little cottage in a lovely part of the world.”

- Andrew, September 2019
Sharon August 2019

“This cottage is a superb little private gem!”

Good location to visit what Suffolk has to offer, perfect hosts who care for their guests. Peace and quiet for a relaxing stay. Kitchen has everything you need for a self catering break away, the level of kitchen equipment is over and beyond luxury - the batchroom is superb, walk in shower and all catered for - again over and beyond usual self catering breaks, The bedroom has everything required with good quality feather and down pillows and duvet. Living room/dining room has excellent comfortable facilities. We have never stayed anywhere in many years of self catering that the hosts have not thought of - even down to bread, butter, eggs and milk left for guests. The courtyard is completely private to use - cannot praise this excellent cottage enough. We shall definately be returning.

- Sharon, August 2019
Deborah July 2019

“A lovely property with caring but unobtrusive owners.”

Spotlessly clean, well equipped with good quality fittings and furnishings.

- Deborah, July 2019
Ruth May 2019

“Milk and eggs in fridge + a loaf of bread were in the cottage when we arrived - very welcome.”

Log burner set and ready to light. Hosts were very helpful in providing local information. Cottage was clean & v well equipped. Well located for Minsmere, Southwold, Aldborough, Sutton Hoo & other places of interest in Suffolk. Very quiet & restful location

- Ruth, May 2019
Janet March 2019

“Excellent property.”

Very comfortable, well equipment kitchen. Lovely owners, easily approachable if needed, otherwise private and quiet. Good location for little villages, history, countryside with wildlife and close to Minsmere reserve, and lots of beaches to visit. Thank you to Mike and Glenys for a lovely stay at the courtyard cottage.

- Janet, March 2019

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Summary

All ground-floor
One king-size bedroom
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living room with sitting area, dining area and kitchen area
Electric central heating and a woodburning fire
Dishwasher, cooker, microwave, ceramic hob, fridge with ice box, TV with Sky and WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Off-road parking and secure bike storage
Shared courtyard garden with table and chairs
Sorry, no smoking allowed
Local pub 0.5 miles away open Fri,Sat, Sun, Mon, two further pubs within 2 miles
Village cafe in Rendham a mile away.
Please note: Party details of those attending the property must be provided when booking.

The property

Saxmundham 3.5 miles. Courtyard Cottage is an elegantly appointed dwelling resting in Sweffling near the market town of Saxmundham. This endearing barn conversion rests within the owner’s charming courtyard and offers a superb base for a couple looking to explore East Anglia’s coastal towns, picturesque countryside and some of the best bird-watching spots in the country. The interior of the cottage enjoys a bright and airy colour palette, complete with a wonderful blend of contemporary and traditional furnishings to ensure a charming stay. Look forward to spending your evenings within the quaint open-plan living room, where you and your loved one can rustle up a delicious evening meal before curling up in front of the woodburning fire, which fills the room with warmth and comfort during those chilly winter evenings. After an action-packed afternoon, retire to the master bedroom where you will find a well-presented king-size bed and a stylish shower room with a walk-in shower, basin and WC. Outside, you can spend a moment or two within the quaint courtyard area, where you will be able to enjoy a spot of alfresco dining or enjoy a refreshing morning coffee before heading out for the day. For those feeling active, venture to the coast where you will find miles of glorious sandy beaches, towering cliffs and coastal walks offering opportunities to discover the area’s wonderful wildlife. Alternatively, head to the Broads National Park, where you can enjoy a magnitude of outdoor pursuits and a countryside stepped with charming villages and towns. Further afield, is the wonderful city of Norwich where you will be delighted with exploring the medieval Cathedral and its superb selection of amenities. Courtyard Cottage is a charming base for a couple looking to escape city life.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

SAXMUNDHAM

Snape 5.5 miles; Aldeburgh 9 miles; Southwold 15 miles;

Saxmundham is a small market town located on the River Fromus, in the heart of Suffolk’s Heritage Coast. The town is well serviced with independent shops, local museum, supermarkets and a train station, as well as art galleries, a weekly market and a farmers’ market. Situated so close to the coast, Saxmundham is a great base for a seaside holiday; within easy reach of Aldeburgh and Thorpeness, as well as Dunwich, Southwold and Walberswick, you could enjoy a different coastal location each day. Also close by is the inland market town Framlingham with beautiful historic architecture, a castle and an array of independent shops. South of the town there is the well known tourist destination of Sutton Hoo, an ancient Royal Anglo-Saxon burial site. With Ipswich an easy drive south, and Norwich an easy drive north, there’s so much to see and do in and around Saxmundham.

Please note: Party details of those attending the property must be provided when booking.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Mike and Glenis are great hosts,they made us feel at home and helped with local info.”

“An excellent place to stay in every sense, a real home from home with everything provided and carefully thought out.”

“Beautifully presented cottage with a really high quality interior.”

“We enjoyed our stay at Courtyard Cottage.”

“A very clean, comfortable , spacious and well equipped cottage.”

“A charming holiday retreat with character and some modern touches.”

“Enjoyed our few days at Courtyard Cottage thank you .”

“We found the property beautifully quiet and ideally placed for exploring Suffolk.”

“The owners were very helpful.”

“What a lovely place to stay the greeting from the owners was warm and welcoming.”

“A lovely and very well-equipped cottage.”

“Comfortable bed, excellent shower room, kitchen OK.”

“Super cottage and Friendly owners.”

“The cottage was very well fitted out, clean and comfortable.”

“A very well appointed cottage with everything we could possibly need.”

“I can only reiterate the previous reviews, we have stayed in many cottages, through Sykes and other companies, this is the very best we have stayed in so far.”

“A wonderful cottage set in a beautiful part of Suffolk.”

“A lovely, well equipped cottage in a quiet location.”

“Glenys and Mike were most welcoming hosts, the welcome pack was tremendously helpful and provided some local products.”

“Lovely cottage in good location and with very friendly host.”

“Courtyard Cottage was lovely, really well-equipped and comfortable, with everything we needed, and our hosts were welcoming and friendly (and provided a lovely breakfast welcome pack).”

“A great well equipped little cottage in a lovely peaceful location.”

“Would highly recommend this property it is Central to all the popular places for sightseeing and there are some great walks around and about.”

“The cottage provided for all our needs & parking was excellent friendly host’s a perfect Suffolk retreat”

“We love the Suffolk coast so this for us was the perfect place to explore from.”

“An excellent base for visiting the Suffolk Coast (eg Aldeburgh and Orford) as well as other interesting nearby attractions such as Sutton Hoo and Framlingham Castle.”

“Comfortable, warm, cosy and well equipped cottage, with a lovely welcome pack of juice, milk, bread, eggs and butter.”

“Small comfortable cottage in peaceful village.”

“The facilities and equipment were the best , both in quality and comprehensive provision, we have had in a holiday cottage.”

“The cottage was excellent as a base for visiting the coastal towns and villages, as well as a lovely place to come to at the end of the day.”

“We had a lovely stay at the Cottage.”

“This is a comfortable, peaceful cottage in a beautiful area of suffolk.”

“We had a lovely stay in Suffolk.”

“This accommodation was of a high standard and very comfortable.”

“Excellent location, very quiet but not far to amenities and attractions.”

“We had a perfectly relaxing break in this lovely barn conversion.”

“Very comfortable well equipped cottage in quiet location, central to Suffolk's attractions.”

“Caring hosts and a lovely cottage with all the amenities needed for a good holiday.”

“Really Cosy little cottage with everything we needed, would thoroughly recommend for anyone who wants to explore Suffolk.”

“Courtyard Cottage is in a great location for exploring the delights of Suffolk.”

“Great location for some peace and quiet.”

“This was an amazing cottage.”

“Best cottage we’ve stayed in though all been good”

“Absolutely perfect.”

“Great little cottage in a lovely part of the world.”

“This cottage is a superb little private gem!”

“A lovely property with caring but unobtrusive owners.”

“Milk and eggs in fridge + a loaf of bread were in the cottage when we arrived - very welcome.”

“Excellent property.”

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About the location

SAXMUNDHAM