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Escape the City: Vancouver Barn, Suffolk



Cavernous Vancouver Barn is hidden away at the end of a quiet country lane in Suffolk, surrounded by heathland and working farms.

It’s one of three secluded converted Victorian farm buildings that sit together near the village of Shottisham, just a short drive from the national treasure that is Sutton Hoo, described as one of the most spectacular archaeological discoveries in British history.

A £4 million revamp completed by the National Trust last year means the trip to see a Saxon king’s golden burial site is a must.


Looks

(Daniel Jones)

The barn’s four cosy bedrooms sit close together at either end of an eye-catching galleried landing, making this perfect for a family with young children. The ground floor is dominated by a huge open-plan living room and dining area, complete with log-burning stove, along with a second sitting room which the kids can make their own.

Feel

Vancouver Barn feels comfortably cut off from the outside world and parents can safely let their children explore the huge garden as they relax on the terrace. Larger groups of up to 18 can take over all three barns, making it a great option for large family gatherings or even wedding parties. 

Extras

The property’s considerable grounds include an outdoor games area with table tennis, croquet and enough space for five-a-side football if you have the numbers. There are also several barbecues dotted around so, if the weather is good, you could have a fun-packed family day without bothering to leave your holiday home.  As well as the acres of country walks, a 10-minute drive will take you to the pretty riverside market town of Woodbridge, where you can spend the afternoon hopping between its rows of antique shops and craft stores. Or, if it’s a day trip to the seaside you are after, the beaches of Aldeburgh and Thorpeness are not too far away. 

(Vancouver Barn)

In a nutshell

For lazy days in a rural retreat within easy reach of London, this cosy barn will have you Sutton Hooked.

Details: Vancouver Barn

Vancouver Barn, Sutton, Suffolk; £831 for a three night short break or from £1,096 per week; suffolk-secrets.co.uk



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