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The Gamekeeper's Cottage

5.0(6)
Sleeps 53 bedrooms1 bathroom4 acres of woodNo pets

A cosy woodland home, all to yourselves

The original Gamekeeper's Cottage sits in the middle of a hundred-acre wood, in a wonderfully secluded position with four acres of private woodland attached. It's warm, homely and full of character — and for the length of your stay, the wood is yours.

Inside there's a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy sitting room with a log burner and a separate dining room. Outside, a generous garden gives way to woodland walks, with feeders that bring deer, pheasants, owls and woodpeckers close to the windows.

Set in a 100-acre wood

Total seclusion, with four acres of private woodland attached

Log burner & cosy living

A proper sitting room with views over the garden

Birdwatching from the windows

Feeders bring nuthatches, woodpeckers, deer and owls


Take a look around


Sleeping accommodation

Sleeps 5 in three bedrooms (a double and a twin upstairs, a single downstairs), with one bathroom. A cot and baby bath are available on request.


What this place offers

Full kitchenHob, oven, grill, dishwasher & washing machineLog burnerLogs provided through the cooler monthsFree parkingSpace for up to three vehiclesWi-Fi includedTypically ~45 Mb/sec; the dining room doubles as an officeSeparate dining roomSeats six (or five plus a high chair)Private garden & woodlandFour acres of woodland to roamSmart TV & booksFor quiet evenings by the fireSecurity camerasCovering the parking area, never the garden
£140per night

Breaks of 3 nights or more · weekly stays £588–£900

No deposit taken at this stage

Or call Nick on 01767 261407
Availability

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Guest reviews

Loved by our guests

5.0(6)

“One of the loveliest places we have ever stayed — cosy and characterful, with a stunning garden and an abundance of woodland wildlife. We had the entire place to ourselves, apart from the many birds at the feeders. We will definitely be back.”

JP · January 2026

“Such a beautiful, secluded location. A week of sunny weather made it ideal for sitting out and listening to nature, a BBQ and the occasional glass of wine. We all loved it — just how life should be.”

Mark Rawlinson · September 2025

“We saw deer, buzzard and woodpeckers in the wood, with plenty of birds on the feeders. Just stopping to listen to the sounds of nature was wonderful. I couldn’t recommend it more.”

William Ripper · April 2025
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Where you'll be staying

The Wood, Brampton — near Beccles & Southwold

The exact location is shared once your stay is confirmed. The cottage sits down a private drive, completely surrounded by woodland.

Places to visit nearby

Your hosts

Hi, I'm Nick — the owner

This was my family home as a teenager, and we look after the cottage ourselves. We keep it more like a home than a rental, and we love sharing the wood with our guests. Please don't hesitate to get in touch — I'll gladly answer any questions before you book.

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Pricing

Pricing information

Prices are for the whole cottage, sleeping up to five. A minimum of three nights applies. Linen, towels, Wi-Fi and parking are all included.

Short breaks (3+ nights)From £140 per night
Low season week£588 per week
Mid season week£686 per week
High season week£900 per week
Christmas & New YearOn request
Good to know

Guest information

House rules

Check-in, checkout and a few house rules.

  • Check in after 15:00
  • Check out before 10:00
  • No pets · no smoking

Health & safety

Safety devices and things to note before you arrive.

  • Smoke & CO alarms fitted
  • Fire extinguishers & blanket
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs

Cancellation policy

Please read before you book.

  • Free cancellation up to 2 months before
  • Full deposit returned where relevant