Nestled between Boxford and Kersey villages in Suffolk's tranquil countryside, The Dove House is a luxurious retreat. Enjoy the open-plan living space with a fully-equipped kitchen, unwind on the private sun terrace with BBQ, or relax in your spacious bedroom.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House
An elegant and pristine newly built cottage in the grounds of Grade 11 Listed Manor Farm which is nestled down back lanes in tranquil countryside between Boxford and Kersey, two of Suffolk’s most delightful villages. The cottage has been interior designed with immaculate care and stylish discernment to create a crisp, warm and exceedingly comfortable rural retreat finished to the highest standards. With a vast bed, high ceilings, premium furnishing and marbled bathroom, The Dove House brings high end luxury to the heart of Suffolk. Ground Floor Sitting space – A generous three seater sofa and arm chair are orientated around a solid wooden coffee table and 42” Smart TV with views through the French Windows to the surrounding countryside. Dining space – In one corner, below a large window, is a circular glass and metal table. Kitchen – Down one side of the open plan living space is a fully equipped kitchen with sink, dishwasher, electric oven & hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. Bedroom – Wood panelling envelopes and scrumptious Super King-sized bed flanked by matching bedside tables and large glass reading lamps. There is a chest of drawers and extensive built-in wardrobes. Bathroom – Marble tiled floor and walls present a large wooden based hand basin, lavatory, and bath with stand-up power shower. Outside The entrance French Windows open straight onto the gravelled front which leads to a private sun terrace with outdoor table and chairs, BBQ and lawned area.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Tennis
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Ipswich, this cottage is in a rural area. Ipswich Waterfront and Dedham Vale are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve and Great Cornard Country Park. Lavenham Falconry and Assington Barn are also worth visiting. Visit our Ipswich travel guide
Is Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dedham Vale, Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve and Suffolk Distillery. Lavenham Falconry and Assington Barn are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Elegant luxurious cottage - The Dove House Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We really enjoyed staying at The Dove House. It was very well furnished and very comfortable. There was plenty of outside space, BBQ etc. Would stay again.
Annie R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 Dec 2025
Lovely stay in beautiful location
Really enjoyed our 5-night stay at Dove House which was very cosy and welcoming to return to after our days out. We also appreciated the welcome gifts on arrival. Loved Kersey (great meal at The Bell) and Boxford. Lavenham is magical and Dedham is worth a visit. Didn’t get to meet the owners even though Dove House is on their property.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Sept 2024
Excellent cottage in a lovely area
The cottage was excellent - it was very comfortable, with every convenience that I required and was located in a lovely environment
Beautiful property, lovely location. Well worth a visit!
Alexander J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 July 2025
A beautiful location and stunning cottage furnished to a high standard. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. Serene surroundings with privacy and abundant wildlife around. Very relaxing peaceful area with picturesque villages and quiet roads. Tastefully furnished with quality fixtures and fittings. An ideal place to chill.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 May 2025
Dove House is a really lovely place to stay. Everything was perfect. Highly recommended
We had a lovely 5 nights at Dove House. It is very comfortable and has everything we needed. Also it is close to lots of good pubs & things to do. Jonathan & Lorraine were very helpful & good hosts. Thank you
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Sept 2024
Beautifully styled bijou retreat
Quiet, rural, cosy retreat ideally placed for visiting E Suffolk. Unobtrusive and friendly owners next door. Very comfortable bed.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 July 2025
A Suffolk gem
We had a wonderful stay at Dove House. Everything about the house - the beautiful decor, open views, outside seating area, handy kitchen with modern amenities and unlimited supply of hot water - all contributed to the relaxing vibe. The countryside location added to the aura of calm and nearby Kersey is probably the most beautiful village in Suffolk. Truly idyllic.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
2 Sept 2023
Second time we have stayed here and we will be back
My partner Claire is writing this
We fell in love with this place when we first came in April. It is beautifully and thoughtfully decorated with a really cosy feel. Everything you need has been taken care of. It is new and clean. Lots of information about where to go and what to see. A nice secluded private outdoor space (much more private in the Summer). It feels luxurious. The bed is absolutely huge. We love it here.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
RC A.
2 Oct 2023
Rural comfort in The Dove House.
A well equipped and comfortable property, stylish and beautifully decorated. Could do with a larger fridge / freezer. Idyllic cottages very well run by Charlie Allsop. Owner nearby helpful and friendly yet unobtrusive. Situation excellent if you want a rural position, central to many South Suffolk / North Essex destinations yet shops (in Hadleigh) 7 mins. drive away or in Sudbury a little further. We had a lovely stay and will return next year.
RC A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 May 2024
Absolutely perfect
Stayed here for 5 nights after arriving from Australia jet lagged. We couldn’t have been more comfortable. The cottage was presented in immaculate condition and has everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. Best of all, the king bed was super comfortable and the location is extremely quiet, enabling us to recover from our long haul flight very quickly. Kitchen has just about everything you need, lounge room is spacious and comfortable, large TV with Netflix ect and Wi-Fi is fast and reliable. In fact this place is just as good if not better than the website pics. All the furnishings are stylish and of good quality. We were also very happy with Idyllic Cottages. Their booking process and communication was upfront and reliable. We had no problem booking from Australia.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Apr 2024
Comfortable stay in excellent location
Loved the Dove House as a base for our Suffolk experience.
Super rural location.
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 July 2023
A beautiful cottage in a lovely location
The cottage is in a great location and is beautiful, a great deal of thought has gone into the furnishing and decor. The owners who live next door are very helpful but not intrusive.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John S.
1 June 2025
Another week at The Dove House
We have just spent a week at The Dove House, the second time we have so. This is excellent accommodation which would be hard to better in south Suffolk. A Lovely location at which to spend a relaxing time, but near enough to Ipswich and Sudbury if more facilities or shops are needed. Plenty of interesting places and pubs to visit are nearby.
We feel any guests booking The Dove House for a relaxing Suffolk holiday will not be disappointed.
John S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 July 2023
Peaceful stay
Peaceful setting. Lovely garden next to an open field. Welcome basket had eggs from owners three chickens which were delicious. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable underfloor heating. Nearby places to visit. Cafe cosmo good find.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 Nov 2023
A Pleasant Stay
The Dove House is easily found a few hundred yards off the A1071 and there is parking right outside the apartment. On arrival our host Jonathan had kindly put lights on to welcome us and there was a basket of milk, eggs, wine, biscuits etc. The Dove House is spacious, well designed, well equipped, warm and tastefully decorated. It would be hard to image a more pleasant place to stay.