Butley Abbey Farm, Woodbridge, Suffolk

Butley Abbey Farm enjoys a secluded setting near the Suffolk coast within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by woods and fields. It is an oasis of peace and privacy, perfect for family gatherings, stylish celebrations or country weekends with a group of friends. Butley Abbey Farm is offered on a self-catering basis but we can find outside caterers if needed.

This Georgian farmhouse with its attractive façade overlooks a large garden, which includes a tennis court and croquet lawn. Behind it are the house's old farm buildings and the stately mediaeval Butley Priory gatehouse.

There's plenty of space to spread out, with the farmhouse offering a total of 3 sitting rooms, all with open fires, and a large dining room sitting up to 24. All 12 bedrooms are spacious double rooms with large beds, of which 4 can be twins. The entire house has recently been refurnished and redecorated.

There are miles of excellent walking and biking through fields and forest on your doorstep. The 'Butley Creek' estuary is 1.5 miles away, with its great range of bird life, summer and winter. Butley village and its ancient 'Oyster Inn' is just five minutes by car.

The pretty coastal village of Orford is 15 minutes, or you can bike or walk there, using the Butley Ferry during the summer. Choose from sailing, crabbing and river trips from Orford quay on the Alde Estuary, or visit the famous Pump House Bakery and Chocolate Shop, the 'Butley-Orford Oysterage' restaurant and several fine pubs. With its grocery, butcher and fish shop you need go no further for supplies.

For music lovers Snape Maltings, with year-round music, is nearby, and also hosts a Saturday Farmers' Market and a range of good shops. Aldeburgh is 20 minutes away, a handsome Victorian resort perched on the sea front with a range of pubs, cafes and restaurants. Golf courses are available at Aldeburgh, Thorpe Ness and Woodbridge, and for horse riders there is nearby Poplar Park.

The Suffolk coast has deservedly become a popular destination for those who love landscape and wildlife. In summer and winter alike, Butley Abbey Farm offers a beautiful setting with privacy and space.