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Red House Barns

Guest Rating
Rating
3.9
out of 5
Suffolk » Sternfield, Suffolk
Sleeps up to 10
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
Welcome to Red House Barns in Sternfield, Suffolk, a stunning barn conversion perfect for a large family or group of friends. This property sleeps up to 10 people across three adjoining cottages, each with its own hot tub, ensuring a luxurious stay.

Each cottage boasts an open-plan living area with comfortable seating, a cosy wood burner, and a well-equipped kitchen/diner. The first cottage sleeps two, the second sleeps four, and the third also sleeps four. All cottages feature Hypnos beds for a restful night's sleep.

The shared lawn and terrace areas are perfect for summer days, and the individual hot tubs add a touch of luxury.

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About Red House Barns

Welcome to Red House Barns in Sternfield, Suffolk, a stunning barn conversion perfect for a large family or group of friends. This property sleeps up to 10 people across three adjoining cottages, each with its own hot tub, ensuring a luxurious stay.

Each cottage boasts an open-plan living area with comfortable seating, a cosy wood burner, and a well-equipped kitchen/diner. The first cottage sleeps two, the second sleeps four, and the third also sleeps four.

All cottages feature Hypnos beds for a restful night's sleep.

The shared lawn and terrace areas are perfect for summer days, and the individual hot tubs add a touch of luxury. The shared games room with table tennis and table football ensures entertainment for all ages.

Nearby attractions include the market town of Saxmundham (2.5 miles), the coastal village of Thorpeness with its 40-acre rowing lake (5.5 miles), and the seaside town of Aldeburgh (5.5 miles).

A 16-mile drive will take you to Southwold, known for its pier and sandy beach, perfect for a family day out.

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Red House Barns Reviews

3.7
Average Rating
25%
5-Star Reviews
75%
Would Recommend
Review Summary
Guests consistently praise Red House Barns for its excellent location in rural Suffolk, with easy access to beaches and market towns. The hot tubs and outdoor spaces are particularly appreciated by families, creating a safe and peaceful environment for multi-generational holidays.
Most Mentioned Features
Hot TubsGreat LocationSafe for ChildrenPeaceful SettingOutdoor SpaceFamily FriendlyMulti-Generation SuitableLovely CottagesGames RoomRural LocationBeach AccessSuffolk Countryside
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Rating Distribution
Category Performance
Overall Cleanliness
3.4/5
Facilities
3.6/5
Overall Comfort
3.8/5
Overall Location
4.4/5
Red House Barns Reviews Over Time
Key Insights & Analysis
🏆 Top Strengths
The property's standout strength is its exceptional location (4.4/5), consistently mentioned across reviews for proximity to Suffolk beaches and countryside. Hot tubs feature prominently in guest feedback, with families particularly valuing the safe outdoor spaces and peaceful setting for multi-generational gatherings.
👥 Guest Profile
Red House Barns primarily attracts multi-generational families and groups seeking rural retreats. The property appeals to parents with children who value safe outdoor play areas, as well as extended families looking for spacious accommodation that allows togetherness whilst maintaining privacy across separate cottages.
🔧 Improvement Areas
Cleanliness standards require attention based on guest feedback, with some reviews specifically mentioning the need for improvement. Equipment and comfort levels also present opportunities for enhancement to match the property's excellent location rating.
🎯 Unique Selling Points
Guests thought these were the most unique things about Red House Barns: three separate cottages with individual hot tubs, large shared games room with dining for ten, peaceful farm track location, wheelchair accessible facilities and premium Hypnos beds throughout all properties.

Attractions Near Red House Barns

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Red House 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 6 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.
Banham Zoo - NR16 2HE
about 23 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.
Colchester Zoo - CO3 0SL
about 26 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.
Africa Alive - NR33 7TF
about 26 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.  
Ickworth House, Park & Gardens - IP29 5QE
about 26 Miles
The National Trust Ickworth House, Park & Gardens is a Beautiful 1800 acre country estate with many attractions including a fantastic adventure playground for the children and a range of nature trails which the whole family will enjoy. The site also has a family friendly cycle route a gift shop and a small café