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The Old Rectory

Tattingstone, Suffolk
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 26
Bedrooms 13
Bathrooms 12
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Magnificent, Grade II-listed former rectory near Alton Water at Tattingstone in Suffolk
  • Extensive grounds, with lawns, a BBQ area and ample space for outside dining
  • Ideal for an exceptionally large, group booking for a special occasion or celebration

Overview
Property code: OC-TAT26

Surrounded by glorious extensive gardens providing a tranquil backdrop, this magnificent Grade II-listed property offers elegant accommodation for larger families and groups of friends looking for a stylish rural hideaway. Offering generous accommodation for 26 guests, this beautifully updated former rectory also has ample room for a pair of canine companions to tag along and enjoy the celebrations. Situated on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Tattingstone, this substantial retreat is close to the edge of Alton Water, and features a games room, 13 sumptuous bedrooms and an impressive dining room.

The property offers two relaxing lounges, with ample space for everyone to unwind. At the heart of the house, the fabulous dining room is a wonderful space for enjoying celebratory feasts which you can prepare in the beautifully equipped kitchen. There are three lovely en-suite double bedrooms on the ground floor, along with a utility room, boiler room and a games room where you can play pool and table tennis. The remaining bedrooms are on the first floor: six delightful en-suite doubles, and four cheerful twin rooms, one with an en-suite bathroom. There’s also a family bathroom on the first floor. Outside, there are extensive wraparound gardens with mature trees and an array of plants, along with big lawns offering plenty of room for games and for your pets to run about as you enjoy a BBQ on the picnic benches and south-west facing patio.

Bordered by the rivers Orwell and Stour, Shotley Peninsula offers some wonderful scenic walks for your four-legged friend to enjoy, perfect for exploring both the Dedham Vale and the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty or for following the Flatford and Constable Country Walking Trail. Dogs are welcome at popular local attractions including Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park (3 miles).

  • 13 bedrooms – 9 doubles, 4 twins
  • 11 bathrooms – 9 en-suites with showers over the bath and WCs, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 with shower over the bath and WC
  • Large range-style cooker and microwave
  • Fridge and freezer
  • Washing machine
  • Highchair
  • 2 TVs
  • Large garden, with patio, lawns, garden furniture and BBQ
  • Ample private parking
  • Games room with table tennis table, pool table, air hockey table and football table
  • Shop 3.5 miles, pub 1 mile
  • Excellent for Stag and Hen parties.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 09:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tracy Marriott

This property is personally managed by Tracy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Graham 4th June 2024

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This was a great house for a family meet up, lots of space inside and out. Large games room/lounge enabled us to all socialise together and for all ages groups. Excellent variety of activities close by including Jimmy's farm, watersports and walks.

Reviewed by Eric 9th April 2024

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The Old Rectory Tattingstone provided an ideal base for our group of sixteen "over-sixties". We were all able to have an ensuite room. The library, and the dining room were rooms where we all of us could gather together, but the range of other communal areas meant that everyone could find their own space if they wanted to. The games room, with aiRead morer hockey, pool, table football and table tennis was very popular. The lake is a short walk away, as is the White Horse, which coped well with our large group for Sunday lunch. Hide

Reviewed by Karen 18th March 2024

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Huge house, all bedrooms large. Plenty of communal space. 3 large fridges. Beautiful location within walking distance of 2 pubs, and some lovely walks directly from the house. John the house manager was very welcoming, and very helpful. Would return.

Reviewed by James 13th March 2024

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There were 23 of us ranging from 8 to 80 years old and this house was perfect.

Reviewed by Carolyn 5th March 2024

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Reviewed by D 4th January 2024

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We loved the house. It was very comfortable and in a lovely, peaceful location. We would definitely book again.

Reviewed by June 1st January 2024

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Reviewed by Kim 5th December 2023

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Reviewed by Judith 21st November 2023

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 27th October 2023

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Excellent location within short distances of lovely riverside walks, inlets and National Trust sites including Sutton Hoo and Flatford Mill. Good walks from the Old Rectory itself.

Reviewed by Sheila 17th October 2023

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The Old Rectory is a lovely house with large rooms and plenty of bathrooms. One drawback was the lack of secure fence and gates for the garden which isn't ideal for dogs. A second drawback was the cooker hob which was very slow to heat and the calibration on the knobs was worn away so we had difficulty in adjusting the temperature.

Reviewed by Debby 21st September 2023

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This house is perfect for a large gathering. It has plenty of bedrooms and large shared spaces.

Reviewed by Geoff 21st August 2023

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Reviewed by Scott 29th July 2023

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Reviewed by Dinah 29th June 2023

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Reviewed by Renate 2nd June 2023

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Reviewed by Susan 30th March 2023

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We had a wonderful long weekend at this property, there were 21 of us and there was plenty of space for us all to be together, or separate if we so desired. Everything you need is available at the property and we felt very at home. The surrounding area is beautiful and lovely for walking, cycling etc. I would definitely recommend this property for Read morelarge gatherings. Hide

Reviewed by Pat 22nd March 2023

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The Old Rectory was everything we hoped it would be for my 75th Birthday celebrations and more. All the family together for a weekend but also with enough rooms to have our own space when we wanted. The kitchen is very well equipped with more than adequate crockery etc. The owner could not have been more helpful when I contacted him to let him knRead moreow that the DVD player wasnt working. Within an hour he had brought a replacement which made such a difference as we wanted to show DVDs of old cine films of my parents from the 1950s. We were up till 2am watching! The weather prevented us making use of the spacious grounds but we did manage a walk around Alford Lake which was beautiful. The only problem we have now is deciding when we can go again as everyone agrees we must do it again! Hide

Reviewed by Clara 14th March 2023

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Reviewed by Louis 6th March 2023

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Reviewed by David 19th February 2023

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Reviewed by Anne 31st January 2023

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Reviewed by Melanie 24th January 2023

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Reviewed by Mandy 20th January 2023

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Reviewed by Roxanne 14th December 2022

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Reviewed by Carmen 22nd November 2022

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Reviewed by Mike 17th October 2022

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Reviewed by P 3rd October 2022

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Reviewed by Corinne 22nd August 2022

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Reviewed by John 19th July 2022

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Reviewed by Sarah 26th June 2022

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Reviewed by Hasina 14th June 2022

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