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Chestnut Tree Barns

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Rating
4.9
out of 5
Suffolk » Ilketshall St Margaret, Suffolk
Sleeps up to 14
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 7

Welcome to Chestnut Tree Barns, a stunning complex located in Ilketshall St Margaret, Suffolk. This collection of three timber-framed barns offers luxurious accommodation for up to 14 guests. With seven beautifully appointed bedrooms and five bathrooms, it’s perfect for large family gatherings or groups of friends.

The two larger properties feature spacious open-plan lounge/diners with cosy sofas, wood burners, and TVs with Netflix. The kitchens are fully equipped with modern appliances, including an oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge. Each has a double bedroom on the ground floor with an en-suite wet room, and additional bedrooms upstairs.

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About Chestnut Tree Barns

Welcome to Chestnut Tree Barns, a stunning complex located in Ilketshall St Margaret, Suffolk. This collection of three timber-framed barns offers luxurious accommodation for up to 14 guests.

With seven beautifully appointed bedrooms and five bathrooms, it’s perfect for large family gatherings or groups of friends.

The two larger properties feature spacious open-plan lounge/diners with cosy sofas, wood burners, and TVs with Netflix. The kitchens are fully equipped with modern appliances, including an oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge.

Each has a double bedroom on the ground floor with an en-suite wet room, and additional bedrooms upstairs. The third property is a charming first-floor apartment, ideal for a couple, with an open-plan living space and a well-equipped kitchen.

Outside, the two larger properties boast private six-seater hot tubs and patios with garden furniture, perfect for alfresco dining.

The apartment has a small balcony area with a table and chairs. All guests have access to a shared meadow and a secure one-acre dog paddock, making it a great choice for those travelling with pets.

Explore the nearby attractions, including the market town of Bungay (3.5 miles), Bungay Castle (5.5 miles), and Earsham Hall (5.5 miles).

For family fun, visit Pettitts Animal Park (15 miles) or Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park (17 miles). The beautiful Suffolk and Norfolk Broads are also within easy reach for paddleboarding, canoeing, or kayaking adventures.

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Chestnut Tree Barns Reviews

4.8
Average Rating
70%
5-Star Reviews
95%
Would Recommend
Review Summary
Guests consistently praise the stunning cottages, beautiful grounds and exceptional hot tub facilities at this dog-friendly property. The friendly hosts and spacious accommodations make it perfect for families and groups, with the secure dog paddock and peaceful meadow being standout features.
Most Mentioned Features
Hot TubBeautiful LocationDog FriendlyFriendly HostsStunning CottagesSpacious PropertiesDog PaddockBeautiful GroundsPerfect for FamiliesComfortable BedsPrivate SettingOutdoor Games
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Overall Cleanliness
4.8/5
Facilities
4.9/5
Overall Comfort
4.8/5
Overall Location
4.9/5
Chestnut Tree Barns Reviews Over Time
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🏆 Top Strengths
Exceptional hot tub facilities and stunning grounds receive universal praise, with 100% of detailed reviews mentioning the beautiful location. The property achieves outstanding ratings across all categories (4.7-4.8/5), with guests particularly highlighting the friendly hosts and perfect family accommodation setup.
👥 Guest Profile
Multi-generational families with dogs dominate bookings, attracted by the secure paddock and family-friendly facilities. Groups celebrating special occasions like birthdays appreciate the spacious properties and hot tubs, whilst dog owners value the extensive outdoor space and pet-friendly amenities.
🔧 Improvement Areas
Based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews and high ratings across all categories, no significant improvement areas are identified from the guest feedback provided.
🎯 Unique Selling Points
Guests thought these were the most unique things about Chestnut Tree Barns: secure 1-acre dog paddock, 6-seater hot tubs in timber-framed barns, beautiful meadow access, picturesque grounds with pond, exceptional value for money, friendly welcoming hosts.

Attractions Near Chestnut Tree Barns

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Chestnut Tree Barns itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Suffolk has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Suffolk Owl Sanctuary - IP28 6HX
about 13 Miles
This amazing owl sanctuary located in the Stowmarket area of Suffolk should be high on your list of places to visit in the area.  The attraction is also a registered charity and carries out important work in the care & rehabilitation of owls from the region.  The sanctuary also raises awareness of owl conservation throughout the UK.  Between April and the end of September there are two superb flying displays each day so you should try and make your visit coincide with one of these displays if you can.
Africa Alive - NR33 7TF
about 25 Miles
Africa Alive is one of Suffolk's largest attractions and one of the most popular in the whole of the UK.  The Africa themed park is very unique and gives visitors the chance to see some amazing creatures in a habitat which is as close to nature as possible. The park can be explored by car and on foot and Hyenas and Giraffes are just some of the animals you will encounter as you make your way around the park. Watch out for the lightning fast Cheetahs and keep your eyes peeled to spot the more reclusive creatures. During a day at Africa Alive there will be plenty of shows and educational talks taking place and if the weather turns then the indoor Adventure Play Ground comes in very handy. The site also has a well stocked Gift Shop and a Discovery Centre.  
Colchester Zoo - CO3 0SL
about 28 Miles
Colchester Zoo is a fantastic place to visit with something for all the family.  Wander around and see the array of animals in excellent habitats.  Don't forget to visit the Leopards at Ussuri Falls, this new expansion can be located opposte the White Tiger Valley and the Medellin Momkeys.  Other popular areas of the zoo include Tiger Taiga, Chimp World and Wallaby Walkabout.   Look out for special events throughout the year such as Shriek Week on Halloween.  If you book tickets online you can obtain a discount of 10% and are also fast tracked on entry to the zoo - a great idea in the school holidays.
Banham Zoo - NR16 2HE
about 29 Miles
This award winning wildlife attraction has much to offer both families and couples looking for a fun and educational day out.  You can discover a whole wild world of animals with over 1000 different animals from around the world. You will probably want to try and spend the whole day here so you don's miss out on anything.  Highlights include the amazing animals presentation, the birds of prey display and the feeding talks, all of which take place at set times of the day.  This attraction is fantastic value for money and highly recommended.  Their latest event is the Snow Leopard Club Naming Auction and there has recently been a baby giraffe born at the zoo.