East Anglia Self Catering cottage, Woodlands, Hoxne, sleeps 5

Lovely cottage but disappointed with cleaning standards.
We are very lucky to have stayed here for four weeks while having work completed on our home. The welcome pack was very kind and thoughtful. The garden has provided daily entertainment for our little dog and often for us with the sighting of a Heron and a buzzard, it seems the honey bees are now getting busy. The cottage has a lovely feel to it with the wood burner to complete the cosy cottage feel. It is shame however that the cottage seems to be lacking in having any time or attention spent on it and housekeeping seems to have been forgotten, unfortunately many of our complaints have been noted before in this book and on reviews but the problems remain the same, kettle was in desperate need of descaling, toilet downstairs required cleaning on arrival as hairs on seat and rim, bathroom is in need of a deep clean and a litre of bleach, toilet seat stained, sink and draining board required cleaning, work tops sticky on arrival, dirty cutlery in cutlery tray, chipped plates, glass and bowl. Dirty items in the cupboards. Fridge needed a clean before use. Very unclean inside and lids of both indoor kitchen rubbish bins, in front room bin not even emptied, most doors are grubby particularly toilet and bathroom doors when closed behind you. Husband even removed and cleaned the kitchen clock and cleaned the heating controls as build up of dirt was so bad. Vacuum canister full and very smelly to use until emptied and filter washed. Dishwasher filter contained last persons food waste. Tumble dryer filters cleaned and water container emptied so as this worked. Lamp shades upstairs covered in fly droppings and dead little bugs stuck to them. Wood , matches and some newspaper for the fire but no kindling to get it going, it is suggested to purchase fire lighters or kindling at the nearby shop. The next guests had a cleaner property to stay in. All said and done everything works, comfy beds, everything you need in the kitchen is provided. Fabulous walks and very friendly Hoxne peoples.
MrsT-1969
2022-02-19

Just beautiful !
From the moment you get out of your car you feel at home, a beautiful and secure garden in a gorgeous village, then step inside to this gem of a cottage, warm, welcoming and as well equipped as you could ever get! A gift of biscuits, milk, coffee etc, WIFI and all the home comforts. An abundance of character, washing facilities in an outhouse, what more could you ask for ? We will be sure to recommend to family, friends and customers as it is the best cottage we have stayed in. We took our well behaved dogs, cheeky but well behaved - if you have dogs then book here, some good walks in the area and a dog friendly pub just down the road. Hoxne is a traditional village with oodles of friendship! You wont be disappointed......
julie h
2018-02-01

Really nice house
stayed a week here with another couple and a dog.Wonderful house with a large enclosed garden.Village is nice with thatched cottages, road noise sometimes is quite loud and more noticeable in front bedroom but plenty of wine cures that, All linen and towels are supplied. Pub just 2 minutes walk away we found it quite expensive and not a brilliant menu but handy for a drink.The walks around Hoxne are good and the church is a must to visit tells the story of Saint Edmund.
pedro4pedro
2017-06-05

We had a lovely New Year holiday at Woodlands. The cottage was perfectly situated in the beautiful village of Hoxne. The cottage is a small character property but was a perfect size for our family and dogs. It was fully equipped and the garden was great for the dogs to run around in. The location was perfect for accessing a range of activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Mr Anderson
2016-01-04

The cottage was well managed and all our needs were catered for. It had a comfortable and warm atmosphere throughout. The large garden was delightful.
Mr Spencer
2015-11-23