Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
High quality 2 bedroomed Bungalow in the heart of the Suffolk Countryside. Open fire, gamesroom and large garden. Ideal for walkers, cyclists and families. Good Local Food. Babysitting. Pets considered.
This 2 bedroomed Bungalow is a modern, comfortable, self contained property attached to a larger family home. The interior consists of large hall with wooden flooring and has a large closet with hanging space. The fitted kitchen has all appliances including washer/dryer and dishwasher. The lounge-diner with wooden flooring has an open fire, flat screen TV, DVD and Stereo. The master bedroom has a double bed and television. The second bedroom has a futon bunk bed and separate single bed. The bathroom has both a bath and powershower. The property is centrally heated and decorated in a modern, clean, simplistic style. There is wireless internet access for use with personal laptops.
Also shared with the main house is a garage/gamesroom containing table tennis, air hockey, Xbox with dancemats and darts amongst other games available (may not be available during winter months). There is use of a chest freezer and additional tumble dryer for guests.
Abask, Finningham
Kitchen
Lounge
Main Bedroom
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The East Anglia / Suffolk region
Suffolk boasts the title of 'Constable Country' from it's picturesque countryside depicted in the paintings by John Constable. The flat arable landscape provides an ideal enviroment for walkers, cyclists and painters.
Bury St Edmunds is an historical centre with Catherdral, Abbey Gardens and Brewery, just a taster of it's attractions. Further afield are the cities of Norwich and Cambridge providing excellent culture and shopping facilities. Colchester which is the oldest town in England , has a castle and an excellent zoo. All are within an hours drive.
The Suffolk and Norfolk Coast has many bird Sancturies along with prime tourists towns such as Felixstowe, Lowestoft, and Great Yarmouth. Aldebrugh and Southwold are smaller quainter seaside towns. Children love crabbing at Walberswick. All are within an hours reach for a day by the sea.
The train can whisk you to London by intercity in the space of 80 minutes for a day packed with all the attractions London has to offers.
Bury St Edmunds / Finningham area
Finningham is a small village, with green and children's play area. The village is surrounded by many public footpaths and bridleways; a stroll can lead you into the sanctury of the countryside within minutes. The local pub, 'The White Horse', serves quality food and is within walking distance.
The immediate area provides many other quality pubs and restaurants within a 5 minute drive, one with an outdoor swimming pool for free use by patrons.
Local attractions include Thornham walks, Wickham Vineyards, Museum of East Anglian Daily Life, Banham Zoo, Bressingham Gardens and Steam Centre, Mid Suffolk Light Railway, Thetford Forest, to name but a few.
Local historic market towns of Stowmarket and Diss both have children's indoor play centres, leisure centres, golf, shopping and train links to the capital. Only a 15 minute drive.
Nearest shop: 1 mile (post office and grocery)
How to get there
By Car: A14 Eastbound leave at junction 48 signposted (Haughley, Bacton). Proceed through Haughley and Bacton (approx 8km/5miles) to a T- junction and turn left onto the B1113. Proceed for approx 1 mile and enter the village of Finningham. Directions to 'Abask' will be sent with booking confirmation.
By train: There is an Intercity service to both Stowmarket and Diss from London Liverpool Street. Also trains from the Midlands and North via Peterborough into Stowmarket. Taxis are available at both stations or it may be possible to organise pick up by prior arrangement with owners.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Norwich: 50 km
Railway:
Stowmarket or Diss: 12 km
Ferry:
Felixstowe: 50 km
Activities near Bury St Edmunds
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Table tennis, Games room, Wi-fi available
Further details indoors: Additional facilities indoors include selections of DVD's CD's jigsaws and books. Comprehensive information is provided with regard to local attractions, where to eat, local facilities, shops, walking, cycling etc. Cycles are available for small charge.
All bedding and towels are provided. The Kitchen is fully equipped with cooking equipment, crockery, cutlery etc.
Welcome pack of shopping can be organised by prior arrangement.
The family in the main house, who are the owners of the property, consist of a professional couple, 3 children (12, 10 & 8), a rather old black lab, a very young white Westie and a rabbit (all very friendly).
Further details outdoors: The large shared garden provides a safe external enviroment, ideal for children, away from the road and has access to a bridleway. The Bungalow has its own dedicated patio/terrace which is accessed through sliding doors from the lounge. Garden furniture and BBQ. Children are welcome to use the12' tramploine and climbing frame situated in the garden. The garden is often visited by local wildlife including deer.
The Garage/gamesroom contains table tennis, airhockey and darts and is shared with the main house (may not be available during winter months). There is also use of a chest freezer and tumble dryer for guests.
Further details
Use of garden equipment is at guests own risks and children must be supervised at all times. Pets by prior arrangement. No Smoking.
Conditions
Non-refundable 25% deposit required at time of booking. Returnable £100 security deposit required with final payment.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
late spring
3 May 08
20 Jul 08
335£335
6060
7070
3 Nights
Peak
20 Jul 08
6 Sep 08
375£375
0-
0-
1 Week
Autumn
6 Sep 08
1 Nov 08
310£310
5757
6767
3 Nights
Winter
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
275£275
4545
5555
3 Nights
Christmas/New Year
20 Dec 08
4 Jan 09
375£375
6565
7575
3 Nights
winter
4 Jan 09
7 Mar 09
289£289
4747
5858
3 Nights
Early Spring
7 Mar 09
2 May 09
315£315
5858
6868
3 Nights
late spring
2 May 09
18 Jul 09
350£350
6363
7373
3 Nights
Peak
18 Jul 09
5 Sep 09
400£400
0-
0-
1 Week
81
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
£100 security deposit required with final payment. This covers insurance excess and is returned on departure if not required.
Now accepting Credit & Debit Card payments via email (PayPal) 3.4% additional charge.
Any currency conversions made by our bank will require an additional £10 fee.
Guestbook
24.4.07 'Great lodging; beautiful English scenery; kind hospitality!' C.Tow - TX USA 08.06.07 'Time flies when you're having fun at Abask! We loved our stay here!' A.Kluft & F.Buwalda - Heerhugowaard NL.
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