Cottage in Babergh District
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cottage rental
A large and wonderfully proportioned conversion of an old farm building off the beaten track set within the 300 acre grounds of Moat Hall. With high ceilings, wood burner, exposed beams, classic interior décor and antique furniture, the Calf Pens make a distinctive and extremely comfortable rural getaway tucked away on the edge of the Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are delightful country walks and landscaped lakes to help you lose yourself in the beautiful rolling countryside that inspired John Constable.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall – Connects the kitchen, dining & sitting area and access to the bedrooms.
Kitchen Area – Galley style with sink, electric cooker & hob, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. Butlers serving hatch through to the dining area.
Dining Area – Antique wooden table with six matching chairs. South-West facing French windows open out onto lawned garden.
Sitting Area – Open plan connected to the dining area with large sofa and three arm chairs orientated around a log burner with club fender below an impressive gilt mirror. In a decreet closable corner cupboard is a 32” Smart TV.
The Calving Bedroom – Twin beds, chest of drawers and cloths chair, and across the corridor from its en-suite shower room.
En-suite Shower Room – walk-in power shower, hand basin and lavatory.
The Master Bedroom – King-sized brass bed with antique bedside tables and generous wardrobe and en-suite to the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom - Bath with handheld shower, hand basin and lavatory.
Utility Room – With washing machine and tumble dryer.
Outside
Large South-West facing lawned garden surrounded by mature shrubs. Via mowed paths is quick and easy access to a boating lake which can be used by guests to relax and have fun with. Beyond are fields, walks and woodland for exploring.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall – Connects the kitchen, dining & sitting area and access to the bedrooms.
Kitchen Area – Galley style with sink, electric cooker & hob, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. Butlers serving hatch through to the dining area.
Dining Area – Antique wooden table with six matching chairs. South-West facing French windows open out onto lawned garden.
Sitting Area – Open plan connected to the dining area with large sofa and three arm chairs orientated around a log burner with club fender below an impressive gilt mirror. In a decreet closable corner cupboard is a 32” Smart TV.
The Calving Bedroom – Twin beds, chest of drawers and cloths chair, and across the corridor from its en-suite shower room.
En-suite Shower Room – walk-in power shower, hand basin and lavatory.
The Master Bedroom – King-sized brass bed with antique bedside tables and generous wardrobe and en-suite to the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom - Bath with handheld shower, hand basin and lavatory.
Utility Room – With washing machine and tumble dryer.
Outside
Large South-West facing lawned garden surrounded by mature shrubs. Via mowed paths is quick and easy access to a boating lake which can be used by guests to relax and have fun with. Beyond are fields, walks and woodland for exploring.
Amenities at Charming cottage in beautiful private countryside with a boating lake - The Calf Pens
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Babergh District
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
We had a really wonderful stay at The Calf Pens. There was so much attention to detail that we wanted for nothing. It was clean, comfortable, extremely well laid out and had plenty of books and board games to entertain us. The owners had carefully and thoughtfully put together interesting places to visit and provided information for local pubs/restaurants. All these touches enabled us to have a relaxing stay.
We loved our evening strolls around the adjoining farmland and lakes, just beyond the garden. We were lucky to see so many bats and dragonflies, plus many varieties of birds in the woods and farmland; listen out for the barking deer too! There was an array of butterflies on the buddleas in the garden with a large lawn to sit outside, or play games, or just sit, unwind and watch the sun go down.
The let was tranquil and slightly off the beaten track - just what we’d been looking for, but it was close enough to Hadleigh for shopping. It was also well situated for visiting the many tourist attractions that are all over Suffolk/Essex - far too many to visit in just one week.
The owners were very friendly but made every effort to ensure we had our privacy.
We were so happy with our stay that we are already making plans for our return.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2024
What a lovely cottage! It was comfortable and clean. The hosts were very helpful and accessible which made everything go smoothly. The location was central but quiet and having horses near was an added bonus. The local pub, The Queens Head, was delightful and the publican Steve made us feel like locals.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2024
We can highly recommend The Calf Pens. Very peaceful and magnificent walks directly from the door.
Property was very clean and comfortable and everything was to our taste.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2024
The Calf Pens were a real pleasure for us to stay in-between moving house. It provided us with everything we needed to function; a well equipped kitchen, lovely bedlinen and towels.
The rooms are well proportioned and the open plan living/dining room lovely and spacious. The owners have thoughtfully used genuine antiques, paintings and artifacts within the accommodation, making The Calf Pens feel very special and in keeping with the tranquil, understated gardens which surround the property.
A perfect place to unwind and enjoy Suffolk.
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(9 Ratings)
"We had a really wonderful stay at The Calf Pens. There was so much attention to detail that we wanted for nothing. It was clean, comfortable, extremely well laid out and had plenty of books and board ..."
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