Located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Alton Water, this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of Dedham Vale. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 8 min drive - 7.2 miles
Wherstead Park - 8 min drive - 7.2 miles
Getting around
Manningtree Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Fields Farm Cafe - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Burger King - 5 min drive
Bar-B-Q House - 7 min drive
Ellenbrook Fish Bar - 7 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.
Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester
A well-equipped, sociable home in the quiet village of Capel St Mary, just off the A12 and 10-15 minutes from Ipswich or 15-20 from Colchester. Double doors connect the kitchen-dining room and lounge, making it a genuinely open and flexible space for groups. Private enclosed garden with seating, free parking, fast WiFi and a dedicated workspace. Pet-friendly. Managed by SIB Properties.
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The whole house will be yours to enjoy!
Capel St Mary sits quietly just off the A12, which is precisely the point. Close enough to Ipswich and Colchester to make it a practical base for work or visits, far enough from both to feel like somewhere you'd actually want to come home to at the end of the day.
The house has been updated to a good standard throughout - comfortable, well-equipped and straightforward to use. The standout feature is the layout: double doors connect the kitchen-dining room and the lounge, creating a genuinely open, sociable space that works well when a group of people needs to spread out without feeling separated. It's the kind of detail that makes a house feel more generous than its square footage suggests.
Four bedrooms sleep up to 7 - a double, two twin rooms and a single - a configuration that suits work teams, contractor groups, or families with children particularly well. Two bathrooms serve the house, and a dedicated workspace with fast WiFi means it works as a practical base for those combining work with an overnight stay.
Outside, the enclosed rear garden has a table and seating - a useful place to decompress at the end of a long day and well suited to dogs of any size.
Ipswich is 10-15 minutes by car, Colchester 15-20. The A12 and A14 are both within easy reach for wider Suffolk and Essex access. Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park is a short drive for anyone with family in tow.
Managed by SIB Properties, a specialist short-let management company covering Essex and Suffolk.
What this place offers: 🚗 Free on-site parking 📶 Fast WiFi & dedicated workspace 🚪 Open-plan sociable layout via double doors 🌿 Enclosed garden with seating - dog-friendly 🛏️ 4 bedrooms (double, 2 twins, single) 🐾 Pets welcome - all sizes 🔑 Flexible self check-in via lockbox 📍 10-15 mins Ipswich, 15-20 mins Colchester 🛣️ Easy A12 & A14 access
A security deposit is needed to secure your booking, unless you have booked via Airbnb.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 11 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Rules
We can host a maximum of 7 guests, but these must be included in the booking and in the pre-arrival form.
1 pet is allowed by prior agreement and if paid for.
Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 11am, unless otherwise agreed.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Ipswich, close to Ipswich Waterfront, Jimmy's Farm, and Flatford Mill. You'll also find Dedham Vale and Alton Water within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester?
As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester on Oct 1, 2026 start from $355, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is there parking available at Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to 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.
What do couples enjoy most about Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.
Does Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
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.
Does Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester?
Yes, every house at Sociable Suffolk Home | A12, Ipswich & Colchester comes with a patio.
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