Butterfly Cottage Ixworth

Butterfly Cottage is a one-bedroom place in Ixworth village. It sleeps two. The rating is 4 Star, which means it's been done up to a good standard.

It's a proper cottage, so the rooms are a decent size. You've got a king-size bed, one bathroom with a bath and shower over it, and a kitchen with the usual things. There's a conservatory off the kitchen, which is useful if it's raining. The garden is private, with a lawn and a couple of apple trees. You can park right outside.

Ixworth itself is quiet. There are two pubs in the village, both do food. The local shop is a short walk.

For getting out, Bury St Edmunds is about ten minutes by car. That's where you'll find the bigger shops, the Abbey Gardens, and the market. If you like walking, the area is fairly flat with a lot of footpaths. The Ickworth House estate is nearby, which is National Trust. Their website has walking routes and event details: National Trust Ickworth.

Other places within half an hour include Pakenham Windmill and the historic centre of Lavenham. The coast at Southwold or Aldeburgh is about a 45 minute drive.

In terms of what's there: all bedding and towels are included, there's a washing machine, WiFi, and a TV. You can bring one dog. There's an enclosed garden with a barbecue.