The property
This pretty, red-brick cottage, dating from the 19th Century is settled on private Woodlands near Assington, Suffolk. Warren Cottage, which has been carefully maintained in its traditional style boasts original features with tiled floors and a woodburning stove and has 40 acres of woodlands to explore, ideal for families and friends. The cottage benefits from a superb location within the wonderfully secluded beauty spot, Tiger Hill Nature Reserve, where you have access to the whole 40-acres of private land and the Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s adjoining 300-acre reserve. You will be provided with full information about the wildlife and varied scenery surrounding your new home, as well as the many picturesque villages, including Lavenham and the “Wool Towns”. On arrival, be greeted by ample off-road parking before entering the boot room, where you can leave your walking boots and jackets. Unwind in the sitting room; here you can catch-up on your favourite shows on the TV and admire the warmth of the woodburning stove. Prepare home-cooked meals in the contemporary kitchen and enjoy eating together in the dining room over a glass of wine. The sprawling garden is the perfect place to watch the sunset, surrounded by tall trees and offering picnic benches to relax on. There is an summer house for the young ones to escape the adults with two single beds for a quiet read in the day. As day draws to night, retreat indoors and upstairs, where you will find two bedrooms, one with a double and feature fireplace and a twin bedroom with oak furniture. In the morning, awaken tired eyes with either a soothing soak in the bath or a refreshing shower, both located on the ground-floor. From the foot of the door there is an abundant network of walking tails woven throughout the beautiful countryside as well as Dedham Vale AONB, where you can embrace the sweeping views of Suffolk such as the panorama of the Stour Valley made famous by John Constable. The Cottage is in the wonderfully secluded beauty spot, Tiger Hill, a private part of the Arger Fen and Spouses Vale Site of Special Scientific Interest, in the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you have access to the whole 40 acres of private land. You will be provided with full information about the wildlife and very varied scenery here. Wildlife you may spot includes, wildlife includes Bluebell, Wood Sorrel and Lady's Smock in Spring, Speckled Wood and Small Heath Butterflies, Nuthatch, Marsh Tit, also the small creatures that inhabit the Brook. The area has many picturesque villages, including Lavenham and the "Wool Towns" as well as an abundance of shops and eateries to choose from. A scenic drive will lead to the ancient town of Sudbury, home to two beautiful country parks, Melford Country Park and Great Cornard Country Park, idyllic for a leisurely stroll or picnicking with friends. Venture to the historic town of Colchester, hosting a great selection of attractions with Colchester Castle, a Norman fortress, and Colchester Arts Centre, a vibrant arts venue. There is also Colchester Zoo just outside the town, where you can get up close to wild animals. For a special stay in Suffolk, choose Warren Cottage.
About the location
ASSINGTON
Sudbury 5.8 miles; Colchester 10.6 miles; Ipswich 18.2 miles
The Suffolk village of Assington is an idyllic community, just outside the ancient market town of Sudbury. This quaint village is within easy reach of Dedham Vale AONB, the perfect place for avid walkers to explore this picturesque region either on foot or bike, with the River Stour flowing through. For fining out there is the friendly Shoulder Of Mutton, where you can enjoy tapas dishes and local ales, as well as Assington Country Kitchen for a charming setting. You can stock up on freshly baked bread and all the essentials at Assington Farm Shop and for a greater selection of shops, visit the town of Sudbury. Sudbury is a town full of history and culture, set in the stunning Suffolk countryside. Visitors can explore the town's many historic buildings and museums, including the National Trust-owned Melford Hall and Gainsborough's House. Venture into the town of Colchester, home to the 11th-century Colchester Castle, Highwoods Country Park for a scenic stroll and just outside the town is Colchester Zoo to see much-loved animals.
