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Lavenham 7 miles, Bury St Edmunds 7 miles, Long Melford 7 miles, Constable Country 8 miles
A 18th century yeomans cottage on the edge of the village; its history recorded in five sets of deeds on display on the walls. The garden path runs past ancient fruit trees, still fruiting, whilst the cottage itself is bedecked with honeysuckle and roses which reach upwards towards the thatch.But be warned the cottage was built when the average height of adults was around 5 feet, so if you don't like banging your head bring a hard hat.
In Victorian times The Ryes was the village post office and at one time boasted the only telephone in the village. Little altered over hundreds of years, the cottage has a real sense of old world charm making it a perfect retreat. Just down the road is a Suffolk village pub - The Swan - not to be missed.
Nearby: Equidistant from Lavenham, Bury St Edmunds, Long Melford there is no shortage of fine buildings to admire and explore. The majority of buildings in Lavenham date back to the 16th century, but the main streets and square include much older buildings including the Guildhall of Corpus Christi, a National Trust property. Lavenham was once a superbly rich wool town, today it includes fine dining amongst its special offerings. Nearby Long Melford is a wonderful village with its large green, the old hospital and church, from where you can see Melford Hall. Bury St Edmunds' fine abbey and Saturday market is a must and it is only a couple of miles to Ickworth House, allow time for a walk through the park. The Stour flows through Sudbury and it was here that the artist Gainsborough had his home, now a museum and art gallery.
Getting out: The countryside around the cottage is stunning, with wide views across the rolling countryside and there is no shortage of lovely walks. The old railway line from Lavenham is a delight. There is local bicycle hire and a riding stables nearby, boat rides from the quay at Sudbury
For more information on the area take a look at Visit Lavenham
The Ryes - Through the gate, along the cottage path, ignore the rose and honey suckle clad front door. The entrance is round to the side - most people use the back door in Suffolk
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The Interior - A utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and plenty of room for Hunter boots and Barbours
- The ground floor shower room with shower, wash basin, wc and towel rail
- The kitchen is beamed with open stud work dividing the cooking area from the breakfast room. China is displayed on the shelves of the pine dresser and there is cutlery, china and glasses galore, There is a marble topped food cupboard and an electric oven, range -style cooker, hob and microwave. Copper pots and pans are at hand and there is a dishwasher, coffee maker and toaster. The table seats six comfortably.
- The large brick floored sitting room is dominated by its inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, and there is a sofa, easy chairs and occasional tables and lamps. The flat screen TV has DVD player and freeview; there is a stereo and IPod doc and many traditional games to enjoy whilst curled up in front of the fire.
- A lovely ornamental inglenook fireplace in the dining room, this time with an open grate and large log basket with pew bench beside it. Just the room for a celebration dinner or lunch. There is a large round table and six chairs, display cabinets, whose contents include an excellent selection of books.
- A ground floor bathroom with bath and hand held shower, basin and w.c., towel rail
- The cottage has two twisting staircases leading up to each of the double bedrooms which is turn lead to a shared first floor sitting room
- Upstairs there are two large double bedrooms, each with double bed, bedside table and lamps, dressing table, chest of drawers, chairs and hanging hooks.
- The first floor sitting room / study can be reached from either room and includes a desk and chair and settee.
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The Grounds - The cottage is set in around 2 acres and includes lovely grassed areas with shrub beds and ancient apple trees, quince and cherry. There is a bricked west facing patio, ideal for afternoon tea or evening barbecues. Beside the patio is a rain water pond, beyond which is a twisting path leading to the garage, outhouse and drive. Beyond a further lawned area is a paddock, home to shetland ponies
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Services - Bed linen and towels, central heating, storage heaters and logs are provided
- In consideration of other visitors please do not smoke in the cottage. Please also be careful with barbecues etc in the garden - the roof is thatched
- Off road parking and cover for bikes etc in the garden
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Children - Please note that no children until 12 years of age are permitted at this property.
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