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The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Halstead, England
  • Place, Alderford Water Mill
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hedingham Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Deer Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Halstead

This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Hedingham Castle and Deer Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Alderford Water Mill - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Hedingham Castle - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Deer Park - 13 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Sible Hedingham Library - 13 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Gainsborough's House - 21 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sudbury Station - 14 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White Hart Wedding Venue - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Angel At Sudbury - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mandarin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Waggon & Horses - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe

This holiday home is a delightful conversion set within the grounds of an impressive Georgian farmhouse, in a picturesque village within the rolling countryside with wonderful open views. 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed. Horse holidays are catered for at the owner's discretion.

The accommodation combines character features along with modern and contemporary finishes that are ideal for a relaxing short or long break. An inviting hall with feature brick walls accesses a beautifully equipped kitchen/breakfast room which has a vaulted ceiling. There are extensive storage and modern integrated appliances to ensure your stay has that ‘home from home’ feel. The sitting room has a part vaulted ceiling and French doors to the rear and is furnished with comfort in mind. The ground floor bedroom has a dual aspect with views of the manicured grounds of the host dwelling. The second bedroom has character features and Velux roof lights, with twin beds. The bathroom is luxuriously appointed and fully tiled with a free-standing oval-ended bath, his and hers sinks, and a large walk-in shower. Guests can relax and enjoy the tranquilities in a private garden which has an entertaining terrace, and benefits from a south and westerly aspect, ideal for late evening drinks or ‘al fresco’ dining.

The surrounding area is ideal for those who walk, and there are numerous local footpaths, the property is a stone’s throw from the Suffolk border and the Stour valley. The local village pub, The Pheasant is a short walk from the property and offers local produce and real ales. Spencers farm shop caters for a wide range of everyday requirements and is a five-minute drive. Castle Hedingham is a beautiful medieval village with the famous ‘Norman keep’ and has a wide range of local facilities. Further afield you can find the village of Finchingfield, famed for its green, tea rooms and duck pond. Saffron Walden is a merchant’s town and well worth a visit and is approximately thirty minutes by car. The local market town of Clare has a wide range of amenities, the country park and castle ruins.

Horse Holidays are catered for at the owner's discretion.
Car charging from the outside socket is available at the owner's discretion.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

  • This property welcomes 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 indicated 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: 4:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

600004008

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Halstead, close to Hedingham Castle, Gainsborough's House, and Clare Castle Country Park. You'll also find Deer Park and Colne Valley Railway within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 28.9 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 24.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe?

Yes, every house at The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe comes with a patio.

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