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Stay in a Stunning Historic Suffolk Mansion

Vacation home in Beccles

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8 bedrooms
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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8 bedrooms6 bathrooms

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Beccles, England
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Beccles Lido
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Michael's Church
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Beccles

This vacation home is a short stroll from Norfolk Broads and Beccles Lido.

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Broads - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Beccles Lido - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Michael's Church - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Southwold Beach - 25 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • University of East Anglia - 28 min drive - 26.3 miles

Getting around

  • Beccles Station - 19 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The King’s Head Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Posh Pigs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Etude Coffee at The Silo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Old Tap - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay in a Stunning Historic Suffolk Mansion

This exceptional Grade II listed early 19th Century Romanesque Palladian Villa set in extensive private parkland, woodland and formal gardens is the perfect location for a night (or nights) of total relaxation and enjoyment.

Just a few minutes walk from Beccles, but standing in secluded isolation, in acres of wooded parkland is an outstanding Georgian Palladian Manor House.

This is Ashman’s Hall a residence of local and national significance having a Grade II listing. It is a mansion of sheer elegance built to entertain high society in it’s day, with it’s large well proportioned rooms and high ceilings.

Built in 1820 for Robert Reid its stunning grand entrance hall - with art deco statuettes and marble busts, unique domed ceiling and sinuous imperial staircases - is simply outstanding.

During their stay guests have access to the whole mansion which includes; Library/ Morning Room, Oak Panelled Snug, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Music Room.

Ashman’s sleeps up to 24 in 8 bedrooms. One with en suite bath , one with en suite shower and bath , two with en suite showers plus four bedrooms serviced by a family shower room. There are 2 sofa beds for 4 guests, increasing the total number to stay to 28.

For a special gathering of family or friends the hall is perfect and is an ideal retreat for a special occasion.

Bedroom layouts (refer to room layout in photos)

Halesworth - Double bed & double sofa bed
Dunwich - Double bed & double sofa bed - En-suite (sage)
Aldeburgh - Double bed & 2 single beds - En-suite (black vanity & white metro)
Rushmere - Double bed & double sofa bed - En-suite (grey patterned)
Southwold - Double bed & 2 single beds - En-suite (stars)
Worlingham - Double bed
Ringsfield - 3 single beds
Beccles - Double bed
Barsham - Bunk bed
The vacation home features 5.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 8 bedrooms.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

20785

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Beccles, a short 7-minute walk from Norfolk Broads and also 13 minutes on foot from Beccles Lido. You'll also find UK Parachuting and Ellough Park Raceway within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Stay in a Stunning Historic Suffolk Mansion?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is 28.9 mi away (51 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Stay in a Stunning Historic Suffolk Mansion?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Stay in a Stunning Historic Suffolk Mansion.

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