Location
Set on a 5,000 acre private estate which is also home to a number of other properties including House on the Moat, Suffolk Farmhouse and Yoxford Manor.
Garden's Edge East of England
Good times within these walls…THE ULTIMATE SUPER-LUXE HIDEAWAY
This is a wonderful party house on a beautiful country estate in Suffolk, set on one side of a walled garden. And it has been designed with loving care. The grand central hall is a great place for a big gathering, and it exudes rustic charm with its vaulted ceilings and exposed beams and bookended by French limestone fireplaces. The sunroom opens out into the garden itself and is just perfect for a relaxing afternoon at any time of the year. There are eight large bedrooms plus, for larger groups, there’s an adjacent property, Garden’s Cottage (at additional cost), with three double bedrooms and a room with six bunks. There is something rather special and magical about living in a walled garden property.
Selected by Gareth
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for 3 nights
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Restrictions
No stag or hen parties
No fireworks
Sleeps 1616 in the main house, 18 using two extra beds or up to 30 when booking the main house and adjacent cottage.
Bedrooms 88 in the main house and 4 in the adjacent cottage, including one bunk room sleeping 6.
Bathrooms 88 in the main house (all en-suite) and 4 in the cottage.
Dining Capacity 30Using a table extension.
Open Fire
Wifi
Accessibility
Pool
Pet Friendly
Hot Tub
Games Room
Cinema Room
Tennis Court
Child Friendly
Ground Floor Bedroom
Guest Reviews
Sleeps 16 or 22 plus 6 kids with the cottage next door
There are eight luxurious bedrooms in this retreat sleeping 16, or up to 22 and 6 kids with the next-door Garden's Cottage. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and quirky features. Bedroom five has a double bed and all others are king-sized. The adjoining Garden's Cottage offers a further three double en-suite bedrooms plus a bunk room for up to six kids.
Please call us to check availability for the additional cottage on 01242 532 747.
Dubbed ‘Britain’s coolest party pad’ BY THE SUNDAY TIMES
This place is part of our collection of party houses to rent and lends itself to a celebration and reconnecting with your friends and family. Enjoy drinks on the terrace, have our private chef to cook up a supper to remember or cook together in the huge kitchen. When the sun goes down, the fun is centred around three glasshouses; think underfloor heating, wine fridges and comfy sofas. Get competitive in the games room with pool, table tennis and table football or relax on deep sofas in the cinema and watch a film on the giant 110” wall-mounted TV screen.
What to expect
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Garden's Edge just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.
- Luxury bed linen, soft bath & pool towels and bath robes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hypnos beds - Royal Warrant holders Hypnos make 'the most comfortable beds in the world'. Their bespoke pocket sprung beds are hand crafted by master craftsmen.
- Use of shared swimming pool and tennis court
- Private hot tub
- Smart TVs
- Roberts sounds systems with Bluetooth connectivity and connection to Spotify and DAB radio
- Wi-Fi internet
- Nespresso coffee machine and pods
- Aga
- Washing machine and dishwasher
- Hairdryers
- Magazines and board games
- Tennis equipment to use at the shared tennis court
- Pashley bikes
- Muck Boot wellies to use for walking
- Logs for the fireplaces
In a spectactular parkland setting
Head outside to explore the restored high walls of the one-acre private kitchen garden and discover the espaliered fruit trees (replanted exactly as they were in Victorian times) or head to the covered hot tub (and sauna coming soon). Outside, enjoy BBQs on your private terrace.
Or explore further afield. Garden’s Edge is set in 5,000 acres of beautiful parkland. Get out and explore the parklands on foot, or on one of the complimentary Pashley bicycles. Try rowing, fishing or paddle-boarding. Enjoy nature walks, a private picnic or take a swim in the nearby shared swimming pool.
Outside the Estate’s parkland, Garden’s Edge is just a short drive from Suffolk’s celebrated heritage coast. Here, you can discover one of England’s finest piers at Southwold, enjoy famous fish & chips in Aldeburgh or make your own gin at the Adnams Brewery. For the adventurous, take to the waves in a RIB from Southwold with Coastal Challenger, or visit Go Ape, Suffolk’s biggest tree top adventure.
House FAQs
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Is Garden's Edge close to the sea?
Yes, Garden's Edge is perfectly located to explore the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast. Here are some approximate distances to some of our favourite seaside towns:
- Southwold: 12 miles
- Aldeburgh: 14 miles
- Thorpeness: 10 miles
- Orford: 15 miles
- Walberswick: 13 miles
- Dunwich: 15 miles
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Who is the swimming pool and hot tub shared with?
The pool and tennis courts are shared with other local properties Yoxford Manor, House on the Moat, Suffolk Farmhouse and Suffolk Stables and Barn.
The pool is sheltered in a hollow and accessed via a series of spectacular grass terraces designed by the renowned landscape architect Kim Wilkie. The swimming pool and hot tub are heated from 1 May to 30 September.
Garden's Edge also has a private hot tub.
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Does Garden's Edge have high chairs and cots?
High chairs and cots can be provided at Garden's Edge. Please let us know in advance. We do request that guests provide their own bedding for cots.
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What is the nearest train station?
Darsham station is approximately 1.5 miles from Garden's Edge. Collections and drop-offs can be arranged.
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What is the nearest airport?
The closest international airport is Norwich International which is approximately 40 miles away. London Stansted is also easily accessible (approximately 78 miles away). Both can accommodate private jets. There is also a private airstrip adjacent to the estate which is available by prior arrangement.
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Is there parking available at Garden's Edge?
Yes, there is plenty of parking available at Garden's Edge.
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Are pets allowed?
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome at Garden's Edge. We ask that guests keep their dogs on a lead in and around the estate ensuring dogs do not worry the livestock.
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Can you accommodate helicopters?
Helicopters can land in the parkland near Garden's Edge by prior arrangement. Please contact us to discuss.
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What are the check in and check out times?
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 11am. A later departure time can be arranged on request (at additional charge).
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Are there good local places to eat and drink?
Yes, there are lots of wonderful places which are close to Garden's Edge:
Main’s of Yoxford (1 mile away from House on the Moat)
Proud of using local produce and producers, Main’s of Yoxford is a family run restaurant with a great range of dishes for a relaxed weekend dinner. With a menu that changes each day to move with the seasons and availability, everything is cooked on the premises.
The White Horse, Sibton (2 miles away from House on the Moat)
A genuine piece of Tudor history, The White Horse is a traditional pub that welcomes those wishing to dine or just enjoy a quiet drink in the 16th century surroundings. This is relaxed informal country dining where locals and visitors mix easily. The White Horse has built a reputation as a foodie destination and freshness is at the heart of the menus.
Darsham Nurseries (2.5 miles away from House on the Moat)
Treat yourself to a leisurely breakfast or Sunday brunch at the Darsham Nurseries Café. There’s a Middle Eastern flavour to the lunchtime sharing dishes but Pump Street bakery bread, Aspall Cider and St Peter’s Brewery Beer on the menu keep it local.
The Turks Head (19 miles away from House on the Moat)
There’s a warm welcome for walkers here, especially those with dogs and the website even includes walking routes suitable for long muddy rambles with the family and your pet. Relax after your walk with anything from a bar snack, lunch or dinner by the log fire. In summer months eat outside and soak up the Suffolk sunshine in the beautiful pub gardens with its garden Jenga and other games. There’s a big choice of dishes using local meat and fish, a kids' menu and everything is homemade.
The Unruly Pig (19 miles away from House on the Moat)
Traditional beams and roaring log fires await you in this traditional 16th century pub and kitchen recently voted ‘Best Pub in Suffolk’. The Unruly Pig is all about relaxation and simple yet exquisite food. The fish and meat from the surrounding area are the influence behind the daily specials and if you have special dietary requirements then gluten, dairy free and vegetarian menus are always available. It’s all about the little, special details here with cocktails for drivers and homemade cordials and specially selected wines of the month.
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Can I arrange daily house-keeping?
Complimentary housekeeping is available on request - one hour daily. Additional housekeeping can be arranged at additional cost.
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Can I self-cater at Garden's Edge?
Yes, you can self-cater or we can offer a local chef service. Please see our sample menus for details.
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How do I book?
You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747. When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 3 months prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 3 months of your stay).
