About this property
Situated in the beautiful Suffolk countryside close to the villages of Oakley and Hoxne, Park House offers those fortunate enough to enjoy a stay here, a wonderfully rural escape. The Grade II listed property can sleep up to fourteen guests across its eight well-appointed bedrooms, each room is charming with its own unique character, Park House is the ideal venue for gatherings and celebrations with family and friends.
After admiring the Queen Anne style architecture and upon entering the home through the large boot room, guests are greeted by a fireplace-warmed living room adorned with plush sofas, armchairs, and a décor made tasteful by touches of colour and elegant furnishings. The spacious kitchen comes well-equipped with everything you need to create delicious home cooked meals, including a traditional Aga stove, modern appliances, huge farmhouse sink, and ample counterspace provided by the kitchen island. There is plenty of room for the whole group to come together and socialise across the two dining spaces, one area is perfect for cosy family affairs while the other is a formal dining room where an expansive wooden table seats 12 and large windows invite in floods of natural light from the garden.
Heading upstairs, guests will find six of the eight bedrooms on the first floor. The luxurious master bedroom boasts an emperor-sized bed, dressing room and en-suite bathroom. Three further bedrooms consist of super-king-sized beds and en-suites, two of which conveniently feature zip & link beds and can be set up as twin rooms on request. Finally on this floor is a twin room and a nursery, with a cot, love-seat and changing table, as well as a family bathroom.
On the second-floor, guests will find another bedroom with twin single beds, a bedroom with king-sized bed, and a cosy space with open-plan kitchen, living and dining room. Also on this level is a family bathroom and cosy reading room with a daybed, vaulted ceilings, and views onto the garden. This level would make ideal accommodation for any guests looking for additional privacy from the rest of the group.
The extensive gardens of Park House are a haven of tranquillity, featuring ivy-coated stone walls, privacy-granting hedges, and tree-spotted paths, for guests to stroll down to a picturesque pond. There is plenty in the garden to entertain the whole family, including, a comfy sofa area, a grand al fresco dining table seating 14, massive wood-fired grill and pizza oven, and a large swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and completed by a playful slide.
Well-situated in the Suffolk countryside, Park House can be found close to the charming villages of Oakley and Hoxne in Suffolk. Make sure not to miss the wonderful 15th century pub in Hoxne, the Swann Inn, where you can enjoy a seasonal menu and cosy surrounds. The region is renowned for its rolling green hills, quintessential market towns, and meandering river valleys. Whether you’re looking to take long, leisurely walks, scenic cycles, or simply want to relax and rejuvenate, Park House and its surrounds are ideal.
There’s great walking to be had close to nearby Syleham (5-minute drive), take the footpath by Syleham House across the meadow and follow the river until you find a spot that appeals to you for a swim, picnic, or both!
For those who wish to venture further afield, the historic market town of Diss (18-minute drive) is just a short drive away, offering a selection of charming shops, cafes, and local markets. The region is also steeped in history, with attractions such as the Framlingham Castle and Bressingham Steam and Gardens close at hand.
Perhaps you can’t imagine a vacation without a trip to the links? Not to worry, there are beautiful golf courses at Diss, Bungay, Aldeburgh and Norwich, ensuring no shortage of beautiful places to swing the clubs.
If you’re feeling like a trip to the seaside, look no further than Aldeburgh (48-minute drive) or Southwold (49-minute drive). In both places you’ll find great beaches, unbeatable fish and chips, in Southwold, the Adnams Brewery where you can enjoy tours, tastings, and a great meal at the attached pub.
Of course, if wine is more to your taste, have no fear, for Flint Vineyard (19-minute drive) is not far away. One of Britain’s most innovative winemakers, Flint Vineyard is situated in stunning surroundings in the Waverney Valley and offers guided tours after which you can choose to stay for lunch (and a few more glasses!)
Accommodation
Ground Floor
- Entrance hall
- Boot room
- Cloakroom
- Country-style kitchen with Aga, induction hob, large island, dishwasher window seat, dining area and walk-in pantry
- Dining room with space for up 14 guests
- Living room with wood burning stove
- Sitting room with open fireplace
First Floor
- Master Bedroom with emperor-size bed, his & hers dressing room and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite bathroom (zip & link bed so can be set up as a twin room on request)
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite bathroom (zip & link bed so can be set up as a twin room on request)
- Bedroom with twin single beds
- Family bathroom with bath and overhead shower
- Nursery with cot, love-seat and changing table
Second Floor
- Bedroom with twin single beds
- Bedroom with king-size bed
- Open plan kitchen, living and dining room
- Family shower room
- Secret room
Exterior Grounds
- Heated salt water swimming pool with diving board (open May to September)
- Large grounds
- Babbling stream and pond
- Changing facilities
- South-facing patio with dining facilities
- Argentine BBQ & pizza oven
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Smart TV
- Aga
- Books
- Hairdryer
- Washing machine
- Iron & board
- Central heating
- Large gravel driveway with electric gates
- Parking