The Tudor Barn

About this property

The ancient Tudor Barn is a spacious, character-filled, wonderfully welcoming group holiday accommodation that sleeps 25+ guests on a working farm, three miles from historic Lavenham. The 16th century oak barn is a huge open plan area for feasting, socialising around the woodburner and sleeping, with adjoining 17th century cartlodge with further bedrooms and a large kitchen well-equipped and underfloor-heated kitchen. Outside there is a garden, farm trails and tennis court. The Tudor Barn is ideal for civilised hen weekends, multi-generational family gatherings, workshops and retreats, with the owner’s recommendations for caterers and masses of activity ideas. 

The Tudor Barn will amaze and delight you and 24 of your family and friends. Situated on the environmentally-friendly working farm of Milden Hall in rural Suffolk, the Grade II* listed 16th century timber building sleeps 25 people in five bedrooms with lots of space to relax and socialise. An aisled, oak-timbered barn hewed by hand from oak trees planted at least a hundred years before Henry viii is complemented by bricks made from local clay and long oak tables with plenty of space for dancing and games. Contemporary touches include underfloor heating in the cartlodge end, a modern kitchen well-equipped for self-catering, and contemporary bathrooms. The Tudor barn is great for a holiday with a difference and also for civilised hen weekends, multigenerational gatherings, art or music workshops, school groups studying the Tudors and wwii, yoga or wellness retreats.

Milden is a small country village that lies above the Brett Valley with picturesque lanes lined with hedgerows, and a charming church that makes The Tudor Barn seem modern by comparison. The barn's owner thoughtfully provide a fleet of bicycles and an array of laminated maps to help you discover historic Wool Town villages and countryside. More adventurous guests can kayak or paddleboard along the River Stour or tackle the high ropes at Go Ape in Thetford Forest. The Painter's Trail and three long-distance Sustrans routes are easily accessible from the end of the drive, as are a wealth of footpaths for those who prefer to explore at a more sedate pace.

Lavenham is only four miles away, with supermarkets, cafes, pubs and other amenities. Local attractions include National Trust Lavenham Guildhall and Ickworth House. You're also within an hour of the Suffolk coast and beaches like Aldeburgh and Felixstowe. You don't have to leave the grounds of Milden Hall to have a fantastic day out. Wander along farm trails, stop for a lazy picnic in the meadow, or set up a game of croquet in the garden. The owners have a pack of fun, family-friendly suggestions, and there is ample space in the house and garden for classes in yoga, cooking and dancing. Guests can even borrow the owner's Tudor costumes and dress up and go Tudor one evening.

Please see the owner’s website for more details and their other completely separate property, The Old Brooder Bunkhouse, which sleeps 22 guests.  Prices vary for length of stay, occasion and number of guests so please do contact the owner for a quote with as much info as you can.

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Accommodation Comprises:

The Tudor Barn has two parts: the open-plan barn and adjoining cosy converted cartlodge.

Barn:

Enormous space with oak banquet tables and benches running down the middle with space for dancing and other activities at one end and a comfortable sitting area around the woodburner at the other end. The high ceiling is lit with rustic-styled chandeliers, a log burner and candles adding warmth and atmosphere. A piano, 50+ Tudor costumes and a small sound system help you make your own entertainment.

Along the sides of the barn is a mix of double and single Tudor style oak beds to sleep 16 guests, including two king size four poster beds, two truckle double beds, and six single beds. The overlooking gallery has two more single beds and the private ‘potting shed’ double bedroom at the end of the barn has its own WC and basin.

A separate building has modern showers and WCs.

Adjoining Cartlodge:

Huge kitchen fully equipped for group self-catering with high-quality appliances and ample utensils to cook and serve meals en masse. You can arrange with the owner to have your groceries delivered and unpacked before your arrival. They can also put you in touch with a local chef to make your stay even more stress-free. The kitchen table seats 14 and is great for relaxed breakfasts and smaller groups.

Ground floor double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom.

Ground floor family bathroom with a bath, shower and a WC.

Upstairs, there is a triple room with adjoining twin.

Outside: There are private gardens either side of the barn with seating and a barbecue. Guests also have access to meadows, woodland walks and 500 acres of farmland around Milden Hall. There is ample parking, a tennis court, and space for ball games.

Additional Information: Utilities, bed linen and bath towels are included. There is no WiFi but there is 4G. One well behaved dog is welcome. Smoking is not permitted.