- Sleeps 4
- Hot Tub
One double with en suite shower and one twin. Bath. Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area.
Just a 25 minute drive from the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast, these gorgeous log cabins are fitted to the highest standard with contemporary designs and outdoor decking areas complete with private hot tubs. Halesworth is the ideal location from which to explore the Suffolk countryside and Bury St Edmunds and Aldeburgh are both easily accessible.
Laxfield, a pretty little historic village halfway between Halesworth and Framlingham, is just a ten minute walk away and has a selection of shops, an indoor swimming pool, a museum housed in a 16th century building and a lovely little thatched pub, The King's Head. It serves locally sourced food seven days a week and has a good selection of local beers.
Sunrise VIP is a traditional log cabin that sleeps up to four people. It has one double room with ensuite shower and one twin bedroom plus a spacious open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area with a flat screen HD TV with Freeview and DVD. Double doors lead to a private decking area with a hot tub.
There are grassed communal areas and open countryside, where you can walk and enjoy the numerous cycle routes. Framlingham is only ten minutes by car and the castle, which dates back to the 12th century, is a great tourist attraction.
One double with en suite shower and one twin. Bath. Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area.
One double with en suite shower and one twin. Bath. Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area.
26 reviews from guests who stayed at Laxfield Lodges
"Really enjoyed the relaxing vibe and the hot tub!"
"Really enjoyed our stay here! The spot is perfect for exploring Suffolk, loads to see and do. Plus, bringing the dog along was no problem at all, even up the castle walls!"
"Perfect spot for unwinding and enjoying nature."
"We had a decent day overall, even with the weather. The rain wasn't ideal, but it didnt really spoil our plans much at all."
"Our Laxfield Lodges review: Comfortable stay with friendly staff, lovely vibe"
"We had such a lovely time exploring this stunning area. Truly memorable."
"Had a lovely week at the lodge, the weather was gorgeous! Would definitely stay longer next time."
"Great spot to unwind after work"
"Really enjoyed the peaceful vibe and lovely setting, definitely worth it!"
"Always a lovely experience, welcoming staff and a calming atmosphere. Can't recommend enough!"
"We booked a quick weekend escape and honestly, it was a fantastic deal! The views were absolutely stunning and the hot tub was such a bonus. The lodge was spotless and comfy. Taking our dog along was a real treat-he loved exploring the countryside. Definitely planning to return soon!"
"Great, would recommend"
"A really wonderful lodge with fab added extras such as fresh bread, flowers and chocolates! We had a very enjoyable holiday :)"
"Gary was very friendly and helpful, always there if we needed anything. Lovely touch with the homemade bread, and some essentials left in the fridge like jam, butter, and milk. Nice coffee machine with coffee pods and tea left for us. Lovely hot tub and lodge was really nicely furnished. Would definitely like to come back."
"If you are seeking a break from routine and time to unwind in beautiful scenery then Laxfield Lodges offers a great escape for sure"
"Fantastic location for peace and tranquillity, only 2 lodges in the property, great couple of local pubs 5 mins away. Would recommend."
"Beautifully situated in a large field with only one other lodge nearby. Quiet and tranquil surroundings. Local shop and pub amenities only one mile away. We had a fantastic calm weekend. Will definitely return."
"Lovely place in a beautiful party of the country
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back"
"Very quiet and relaxing site. Owners live on site and we’re very helpful if asked for anything. On arrival we had homemade bread and other goodies left for us."
"A really lovely, well equipped lodge in beautiful surroundings. Loved the home-made bread and all the welcoming treats including the Cider! Very friendly and helpful owners who made our stay very comfortable. The lodge was a nice size and we all loved the hot tub. Great location as a base for visits to Southwold, Aldeburgh, Woodbridge etc. We also had a lovely meal at the Low House (Kings Head) in Laxfield. We would have loved one more night as two nights were just not enough but would love to go back."
"The site is very secluded and quite , clean tidy and peaceful . If you want a country retreat this is just the place to go"
"Comfortable, spacious, well equipped and clean lodges. In a central location to explore the area. Very helpful and friendly owner"
"Wow what a lovely lodge this is VERY clean and the owners were very cheerful and kind the hot tub was loved by all 3 of us and checked daily inside the Sunset VIP looked amazing and just what we needed not one complaint or anything wrong."
"Lovely place, very clean, the little touches like the milk, homemade bread and cider were fantastic and greatly appreciated! Only feedback I would give is that the veranda around the lodge is not enclosed so can be a bit of a pain if you have young children or a dog."
"Lovely lodge, owner friendly and helpful, hot tub lovely as the surroundings, our only disappointment was the decking isn’t gated which meant we couldn’t have our dog ? off the lead whilst in hot tub as he would run off into the horse field but overall lovely lodge and one you could easily live in as had all you needed in it"
"Beautiful lodge in a beautiful location! Our break at Laxfield Lodges couldn't of been more perfect. The Lodge was impeccably clean and had absolutely everything you could ever need and more. The staff were super helpful and accomodating. We highly recommend and will definitely be back! Many thanks for an amazing break!"
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Laxfield Lodges, with real driving times.
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Walk the walls of a 12th-century castle and trace 800 years of history, from Norman earls to a Tudor queen.
Framlingham Castle is a Norman-era castle in the Suffolk market town of Framlingham, now looked after by English Heritage. Its curtain wall has thirteen towers and no central keep, and you can follow the wall-top walk right round the defences. Panels point out the town, the outer earthworks and the Mere, and the tall Tudor chimneys on the towers each have a different brick design.
Tip: Book advance tickets online to save money on the gate price, and pick up the free audio guide to get more from the wall walk.
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Norfolk's largest zoo, with big cats, giraffes, monkeys and live shows, run by a wildlife conservation charity.
Banham Zoo is a 50-acre zoo in Norfolk, run by the Zoological Society of East Anglia, a registered charity. It opened to the public in 1968 and is the largest zoo in the region. Animals include giraffes, snow leopards, Amur tigers, cheetahs, red pandas, meerkats and California sea lions, along with a well-regarded collection of smaller monkeys.
Tip: Check the website's what's on page before you go, as daily talks and seasonal events change, and you can book tickets online in advance.
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Moated Tudor hall with Grade I listed gardens and a 400-acre deer park of red and fallow deer.
Helmingham Hall is a moated manor house in Suffolk, begun by John Tollemache in 1480 and owned by the Tollemache family ever since. The house itself is not open to the public, but you can admire it from the grounds, with its 60-foot-wide moat and two working drawbridges that have been pulled up every night since 1510.
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A Norman royal castle keep in Norwich, with medieval life, art, archaeology and natural history galleries.
Norwich Castle was built by William the Conqueror as a royal palace, and later served as a gaol before becoming a museum and art gallery. The medieval Castle Keep has rooms furnished to give an authentic sense of twelfth-century life, along with immersive storytelling.
Tip: Pre-booking tickets online gets you the best price for entry, and a free digital guide is available to help you explore the castle and its collections.
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A Tudor mansion in Ipswich with period rooms and the biggest Gainsborough and Constable collection outside London.
Christchurch Mansion is a Tudor house in Christchurch Park, close to Ipswich town centre. Built on the site of a medieval priory, it has over 500 years of history. You can wander through period rooms, from the Tudor kitchen and the Georgian saloon to the Victorian wing, and imagine how owners and servants once lived.
Tip: Download the free Bloomberg Connects guide before you go, as the Mansion has no Wi-Fi, and note there is no parking at the museum.
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Ride historic steam railways and the 1897 Gallopers, then wander the Dell Garden, near Diss in Norfolk.
Bressingham is a steam museum and gardens just west of Diss. The museum has several railways running through the grounds, including the Fen Railway and the Waveney Valley Railway, and a locomotive shed where you can get close to the engines.
Tip: Check the train running timetable on the Bressingham website before you go, so you can plan your rides around the day.
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A Grade I listed tide mill on the Suffolk riverside where the water wheel still turns and grinds flour.
Woodbridge Tide Mill is a rare tide mill that still grinds wholemeal flour, with a huge oak water wheel that you can often see turning. A mill has stood on this riverside site since medieval times, and the white-boarded building you visit today is Grade I listed. The mill itself is the exhibit, so you get a close look at the machinery as you go.
Tip: There's no parking at the mill itself, so use one of the pay and display car parks in Woodbridge, or walk from the station. Check the wheel turning times calendar before you go.
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A 12th-century royal keep of unique design, with views over Orford Ness on the Suffolk coast.
Orford Castle is a 12th-century castle in Suffolk, built by Henry II between 1165 and 1173 to strengthen royal power in the region. Its keep is the main draw. Historian R. Allen Brown called it "one of the most remarkable keeps in England", and its design is unique, possibly inspired by Byzantine architecture.
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Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.