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Lighthouse of Stowmarket

1a Market Place, Stowmarket, IP14 1DT, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 112 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.7
Excellent
112 reviews

We spent our first night after getting married, steve was really helpful storing luggage before we could check in. It was a perfect cosy stay, near family and the local shop was open on Christmas Day as we forgot toothpaste

Tina United Kingdom

Location was perfect in the centre of town and having a café below by the same owner. The owner couldn’t have done more to make it easy and comfortable for us. A real pleasure to stay there and with them.

Anonymous United Kingdom

Lovely little flat with everything you need - looks out over the high st and lots of people watching opportunities. Good sized lounge with a sofa bed with 2 mattresses, so 2 friends can bed down without being in the same bed. Close to the gorgeous Food Museum (we were putting on a Storytelling Festival there). It's a great town, and the hosts are ace.

Sarah United Kingdom

Breakfast was served in the Pancake cafe next door to the accommodation. There was a good choice of pancakes and fillings, they were delicious.

Kathleen United Kingdom

Easy access to shops, take aways etc. Close to the venue we were visiting (haughley park) Iron etc available which was helpful. Friendly owner who was not overly intrusive but available if we needed help.

Xlarn United Kingdom

The apartment was comfortable and very nicely decorated throughout.

Monique United Kingdom

nice flat in central location above excellent pancake house

Andrew United Kingdom

Spacious. Bedroom, lounge and separate kitchen area with dining table. Nice views of old Stowmarket streets. I was only staying one night, would better suit a short stay.

Colinb United Kingdom

Clean, tidy and very well priced apartment, key safe allowed us to arrive late after a wedding.

Guy United Kingdom

The breakfast was delicious and so were the smoothies. The apartment was charming, comfortable and in a great location. Our host made feel very welcome.

Nadine Canada
8.7
Excellent
112 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “We spent our first night after getting married, steve was really helpful storing luggage before we could check in.”
    Tina Tina United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Location was perfect in the centre of town and having a café below by the same owner. The owner couldn’t have done more to make it easy and comfortable for us.”
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely little flat with everything you need - looks out over the high st and lots of people watching opportunities.”
    Sarah Sarah United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was served in the Pancake cafe next door to the accommodation. There was a good choice of pancakes and fillings, they were delicious.”
    Kathleen Kathleen United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Easy access to shops, take aways etc. Close to the venue we were visiting (haughley park) Iron etc available which was helpful.”
    Xlarn Xlarn United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The apartment was comfortable and very nicely decorated throughout.”
    Monique Monique United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “nice flat in central location above excellent pancake house”
    Andrew Andrew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Spacious. Bedroom, lounge and separate kitchen area with dining table. Nice views of old Stowmarket streets. I was only staying one night, would better suit a short stay.”
    Colinb Colinb United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Clean, tidy and very well priced apartment, key safe allowed us to arrive late after a wedding.”
    Guy Guy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The breakfast was delicious and so were the smoothies. The apartment was charming, comfortable and in a great location. Our host made feel very welcome.”
    Nadine Nadine Canada Canada

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.0
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 7.2
Low score for Stowmarket
Whole apartment
484 ft²
Size
Kitchen
City view
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Private Bathroom
Non-smoking rooms
Heating

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Featuring a restaurant, Lighthouse of Stowmarket has accommodations in Stowmarket with free WiFi and city views. It is located 16 miles from The Apex and provides a tour desk.

The apartment is fitted with 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and microwave, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered.

Hiking can be enjoyed nearby.

Ickworth House is 20 miles from the apartment, while Hedingham Castle is 26 miles from the property. The nearest airport is RAF Mildenhall Airport, 30 miles from Lighthouse of Stowmarket.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Lighthouse of Stowmarket has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 8, 2019

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Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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Guest reviews

8.7
Excellent · 112 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.0
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 7.2
Low score for Stowmarket

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tina
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “We spent our first night after getting married, steve was really helpful storing luggage before we could check in. It was a perfect cosy stay, near family and the local shop was open on Christmas Day as we forgot toothpaste”
  • A
    Anonymous
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Location was perfect in the centre of town and having a café below by the same owner. The owner couldn’t have done more to make it easy and comfortable for us. A real pleasure to stay there and with them.”
  • Sarah
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Lovely little flat with everything you need - looks out over the high st and lots of people watching opportunities. Good sized lounge with a sofa bed with 2 mattresses, so 2 friends can bed down without being in the same bed. Close to the gorgeous...”
  • K
    Kathleen
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Breakfast was served in the Pancake cafe next door to the accommodation. There was a good choice of pancakes and fillings, they were delicious.”
  • Xlarn
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Easy access to shops, take aways etc. Close to the venue we were visiting (haughley park) Iron etc available which was helpful. Friendly owner who was not overly intrusive but available if we needed help.”
  • Monique
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The apartment was comfortable and very nicely decorated throughout.”
  • Andrew
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “nice flat in central location above excellent pancake house”
  • Colinb
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Spacious. Bedroom, lounge and separate kitchen area with dining table. Nice views of old Stowmarket streets. I was only staying one night, would better suit a short stay.”
  • Guy
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Clean, tidy and very well priced apartment, key safe allowed us to arrive late after a wedding.”
  • Nadine
    CanadaCanada
    “The breakfast was delicious and so were the smoothies. The apartment was charming, comfortable and in a great location. Our host made feel very welcome.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi I am getting married 27 Juneocally and wondered if we could book that night just for me and my new husband.
    Hope the days go well, sure you can book us for your wedding night. Could arrange a bottle of something in the fridge ? Regards Steve
    Answered on November 20, 2019
  • High I’m working in the area next Friday and Saturday just wanted to see if you were open for me and my partner.Thank you
    Hi Guys, yes weekends are free at the moment. When were you thinking ? Regards Steve
    Answered on February 20, 2021
  • Hi Does this apartment have 2 bed in as there will be 2 of us. we are working at the new aldi supermarket been built.
    Hi, yes a double in the bedroom and a sofa bed (double) in the lounge. Regards Steve
    Answered on March 1, 2021
  • Hi, id like to know if there is anywhere decent to store my road bike ?
    Hi, if it's a single bike then you can keep it safe in the entrance. If you have multiple bikes you can either leave in the cafe when closed or use th...
    Answered on May 11, 2022
  • Hi does the flat have a fan please?
    Hi, sorry we do not have a fan. Regards Steve
    Answered on July 24, 2022
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Hosted by Steve & Jana Tarling

9.4
Host Review Score
Steve & Jana Tarling
The apartment is perfectly located in the centre of Stowmarket, the second floor up has some VERY steep steps but the view is worth it. The layout is perfect, bedroom one end, a central kitchen and a spacious lounge. With a 1 min walk you can find great takeaways, pubs, entertainment and supermarkets. We are in the centre of town so parking is not available on the street but there are a couple of Paid car parks with lighting and security camera close by, 1 minute walk from the flat. We will meet you and carry your bags up and show you the parking.
Hi Guys Steve and Jana your hosts here, we are well travelled, especially for our wedding business over the last 25 years. For many years we visited Lake Como, Italy photographing weddings and know what couples and family like when exploring or working in a new area. On our tick list would be , your own space, kitchen to prep some food, fridge for beer and wine, walking distance to shops and train and busses to explore the area. Now semi retired we thought we would take it easy and open a Pancake cafe for the quite life. This could not be further from the truth, it has been so successful over these last four years we are manic most days. Steve still photographs and Jana runs the cafe below the apartment.
On the surface Stowmarket is not glamorous, it's a standard small town with your regular Costa, Greggs, Wetherspoons, Prezzo and Subway. What is fantastic is the Museum of East Anglia, the amazing John Peel art centre the Mix for the younger ones and the recently renovated Regal cinema. Stowmarket has a cafe revolution going on with some top class flat whites being poured and don't forget the amazing pancakes on the ground floor. You could not pick a better situated town to explore East Anglia, with a 5 min walk you are on the platform and with in an hour the train has taken you to either Cambridge, Norwich, Ipswich , Colchester, or Bury St Edmunds.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Estonian,Finnish,Russian
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
1 Restaurant On Site

    Petite Pancakes

    Food: European

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Lighthouse of Stowmarket

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 2.50 per day.
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Hiking Off-site
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/puzzles
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Estonian
  • Finnish
  • Russian

House rules Lighthouse of Stowmarket takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

5:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Please inform Lighthouse of Stowmarket of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Petite Pancakes: Closed from Mon, Apr 26, 2021 until Mon, May 17, 2021

Legal info

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Lighthouse of Stowmarket

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Lighthouse of Stowmarket by:

    • Train 50min

  • Check-in at Lighthouse of Stowmarket is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Lighthouse of Stowmarket offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking

  • The prices at Lighthouse of Stowmarket may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Lighthouse of Stowmarket is 500 feet from the center of Stowmarket.

  • Lighthouse of Stowmarket has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Lighthouse of Stowmarket has 1 restaurant:

    • Petite Pancakes

  • Lighthouse of Stowmarket can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.