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The Butchers Arms Freehouse

3.0 star property
Inn in Saxmundham with a restaurant and a bar

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Cabin, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Bathroom
Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room) | Bathroom
Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room) | 1 bedroom
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Leiston Road, Saxmundham, England, IP17 1UQ
  • Aldeburgh Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Snape Maltings
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Dunwich Heath and Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

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Single Room, Ensuite (Double Bed) | 1 bedroom

Single Room, Ensuite (Double Bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cabin, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Cabin, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Rose Room) | 1 bedroom

Family Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Rose Room)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room) | 1 bedroom

Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Saxmundham

The Butchers Arms Freehouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Long Shop Museum and Suffolk Coast and Heaths. This 5-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Aldeburgh Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Thorpeness Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Snape Maltings - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Dunwich Heath and Beach - 12 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • RSPB Minsmere - 15 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Saxmundham Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sizewell Beach Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bistro at the Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Butchers Arms Freehouse

Inn in Saxmundham with a restaurant and a bar
The Butchers Arms Freehouse features free WiFi in public areas and wedding services. A stay here includes free parking. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find satellite TV. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

This inn is located in Saxmundham, close to Thorpeness Golf Club, Snape Maltings, and RSPB Minsmere. You'll also find Suffolk Coast and Heaths and Dunwich Heath and Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

As of Jun 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Butchers Arms Freehouse on Jun 30, 2025 start from $125.73, excluding 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 parking available on site at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Butchers Arms Freehouse feature a casino at the property?

No, The Butchers Arms Freehouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Butchers Arms Freehouse good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include memory foam mattresses and garden views.

Does The Butchers Arms Freehouse have a hot tub?

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

Does The Butchers Arms Freehouse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Butchers Arms Freehouse doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Butchers Arms Freehouse have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Butchers Arms Freehouse offer a deck and may feature garden views.

Does The Butchers Arms Freehouse have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Butchers Arms Freehouse.

The Butchers Arms Freehouse Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 21 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Traveled with group
Staff were friendly and inviting but the property in itself could do with a real good clean and update, chalets were quite good up-to-date with nice bathroom but mattresses need to be looked at as not very supportive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early but checking in was no problem. Very nice people. Food was nice too. Unfortunately we weren't too hungry so didn't get to sample the wonderful breakfast we read about. But the poached eggs were perfect. We stayed in a cabin which had everything you need for a short stay. It was warm and the bed was comfortable. The only thing I would say is the basin in the shower room was so small and awkward to use when brushing your teeth. A small niggle. Shower was fine, and very large.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasanrt stay, very good breakfast and accomodating host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The full english breakfast was the nicest I have had in years. Staff are polite and helpful. Room looked exactly as it did in the picture, and was clean and quiet. The hotel provided shower soap also smelled amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming. Staff very helpful and friendly. Twin room small with limited storage but comfortable. Excellent breakfasts. We were there to visit Snape Maltings which was a short and easy drive away. Recommended and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An enjoyable stay. Friendly reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No bin in bathroom towels too small and cheap , bedding cheap, outside area in poor state and bad marks on walls in room no food serverd in bar on a Monday eve not told on web sight so had to go out to find food would not have booked if known Excellent breakfast tho
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really handy comfortable accommodation near RSPB Minsmere. Staff were lovely and accommodating with an early take away breakfast. Thanks!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great staff and service.

My dog and I had a lovely stay here and we were both made to feel very welcome. The staff are all very warm and friendly. The accommodation is quite basic but clean and comfortable with a comfortable bed and hot shower, everything you need. A very well cooked breakfast is also included in the price. I didn’t have dinner but the food looked very good and well presented. The outside of the venue and garden areas could do with some TLC and tidying up but I think the business is still a working progress. With a little more attention in this area they will have a winner. This was my second stay and I will no doubt book this venue again. Their best asset by far is their staff and this on its own is what draws you back and I would highly recommend this venue on this merit. It makes such a difference to be greeted with happy and engaging staff. Service with a smile goes such a long way and is so important in making you feel a valued customer. I hope this business continues to grow and thrive and I wish them all good luck for their future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Local place to stay

Nice local pub, amazing food, no breakfast though, that's probably because it's just been taken over, alot of potential.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable bed and reasonable shower. Adequate breakfast but a bit uninspiring - eg no choice of marmite, marmalade, peanut butter etc, just strawberry jam. No shower mat. No decaffeinated coffee. No toiletries. Convenient location (9 minutes drive to Aldebough).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great for the amount it cost

All the details at time of booking lead me to believe I'd get a good meal and breakfast. Which didn't happen. The photos should not portray what is not available. the "chalet' was pretty poor and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021