Discover Suffolk rural life when you stay at The Old Barn, a refined threshing barn conversion nestled amongst the rolling countryside of the Brett Valley. Now a beautiful holiday home with elegant interiors, kids and grown-ups alike will adore the shared 9 metre heated outdoor pool during the summer months.


The Old Barn sleeps up to seven peacefully within the extensive grounds of Dove House, an impressive 14th-century Suffolk Hall which has been a working farm for centuries. The barn boasts gorgeous views across pasture and fields, with an equestrian stud, lake and river and the Brett Valley beyond.


The vaulted ceiling in the double height reception gives a warm welcome all year round, with its dining area for everyone to eat together. The space is filled with light and you can step out of the double rear doors and into the pool area to enjoy a swim and laze on the sun loungers.


Escape to the cosy sitting room with its wood burner in a large inglenook fireplace to keep your toes toasty in the depths of winter. The traditional kitchen has a large range cooker, breakfasting table and double french doors onto a private walled courtyard garden, for pre dinner drinks or al fresco dining. And, if you need a break from cooking, consider bringing the restaurant to you with DineIndulge, available for a one-off celebration or fully catered break.


Galleried landings are always impressive. And the Sun Room with stunning views across the fields makes it an even more special place to sit and relax. There are also four lovely first floor bedrooms, a family bathroom and a Jack and Jill shower room, accessed by bedrooms two and three.


Elsewhere, you are free to explore and enjoy the grounds of Dove House and wander the paths. There’s a lot of wandering to get through. Potter around the fields, now home to thoroughbred mares and a small herd of pedigree Hereford cattle, along the picturesque river bank or head out on a public footpath away from the far end of the property.


This holiday property is next to Stable Cottage, sleeping six guests in four bedrooms. The Old Barn and Stable Cottage can be booked separately or together to accommodate up to 14 guests. Please see our listing for Semer Barns if you are interested in this option.

Discover Suffolk rural life when you stay at The Old Barn, a refined threshing barn conversion nestled amongst the rolling countryside of the Brett Valley. Now a beautiful holiday home with elegant interiors, kids and grown-ups alike will adore the shared 9 metre heated outdoor pool during the summer months.