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Golf, flying, boating and of course the glories of Southwold and the Suffolk coast all close by

Marsh Farm and The Thatched Cottage can sleep up to 22 people

Ideal for a large group seeking the spaciousness of a big farmhouse but requiring some quiet and privacy for two or three members of the group.

Lots of opportunities for team building and fun activities close by.

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Beccles 3.5 mls (6km), Bungay 8.5 mls (14km), Southwold 10.5 mls (16.95km), Lowestoft 9.5 mls (15.5km)

A quiet country retreat, Marsh Farm is situated amidst grass and clover meadows close to a meandering stream in the heart of the Waveney valley. Parties of around 21 can be accommodated in this wonderful Grade II listed farmhouse and the adjacent thatched cottage, both of which look out over the sunny courtyard garden with fragrant herbs, cottage garden planting and quiet seating areas. To the west is a large expanse of lawn with shrubberies, ancient trees and views out over the countryside and a wonderful terrace with barbecue and large seating area.

Corporate Visitors

For companies looking for a venue for team building, a business get-together, conference, or strategy development meetings there is the option to sleep 10 people, each in their own room or 14 in separate beds. The combination of The Farmhouse and the Thatched Cottage gives the larger party an abundance of space for eating and meeting together as well as several smaller withdrawing rooms for quiet conversation or relaxation. The second dining room is easily converted to a planning and conference room.

Business packages

Grocery deliveries, catering, coference stationery and equipment hire, delegate collections service. Activity and team building packages and full facilitations service.

Things to Do

Despite its rural location there are fantastic opportunities for activities. Bike hire is available and bikes can be delivered and fitted for you at the farm. Close by is an excellent golf course, flying trips and lessons can be arranged and there are opportunities for clay pigeon shooting, pro-karting and boating. Suffolk's Heritage coastline encompassing Lowestoft's Blue Flag beach, genteel Southwold and Dunwich are all within a short drive. Nearest shop and pub 2 miles: Marsh Farm is just 3 miles from the imposing tower of the ancient church at Beccles, whose street names, Saltgate, Northgate, Smallgate and Hungate hint at the fortifications which once surrounded the town. Beccles is home to an excellent range of restaurants, shops and pubs, their Georgian facades disguising many of its ancient buildings which nestle along the banks of the lower Waveney River. Here you can explore the lovely reed-fringed waterways of The Broads and their abundant wildlife. For those seeking some culture The Old Granary Studio, Toft Monks, Beccles is a beautiful venue where you can enjoy a variety of musical offerings, occasionally with dinner. Theatres and concert halls well worth a visit include the newly restored Fisher Theatre in Bungay, the Cut in Halesworth and the Snape Maltings Concert Hall, near Aldeburgh.

The Farmhouse Marsh Farm details A large entrance hall from the courtyard garden with a cloakroom off leads to the small and main sitting rooms and dining room - stairs to first floor Sitting room with westerly aspect Dining room with inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove Large sitting room with sofas, tv and inglenook fireplace with open fire Kitchen with 4 oven AGA - loads of kitchen equipment and breakfast table. South Wing accommodation with its own sitting room, dining room and stairs to double bedroom, galleried twin bedroom and bathroom.

First Floor Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom - this bathroom can be used by other guests via separate door. Three further double bedroom and one twin bedroom. Family bathroom

Second Floor Two double bedrooms and one twin bedroom. N.B. one double bedroom is a landing bedroom i.e. not separate. Bathroom

The Thatched Cottage Thatched Cottage details The two properties are next door and can both be accessed from the lovely courtyard garden

Ground Floor Spacious living room with sofa and chairs Well equipped kitchen and dining area with table and chairs Wet room shower room with large shower, wash basin and w.c.

First Floor Double bedroom with additional single bed

Services Bed linen and towels are provided Oil fired central heating. Logs provided East facing courtyard garden and west facing gardens with terrace, barbecue, gazebo and hammock A Good Housekeeping deposit of £500 is required with the full or final payment. This deposit is refundable as long as Booking Conditions are met. For a wonderful selection of catering options for your stay with Big House Holidays. Contact Susie Anderson Caterer on 0790 415 4444 or e-mail susan.andersoncaterer@yahoo.co.uk