Hi Staycationholidays co uk was launched by Charles and Lin Millward in October 2015. Having spent over 20 years within the holiday and tourism sectors, our passion is to deliver a friendly, fresh approach and the very best levels of service to our guests. On a daily basis, we strive to deliver on all the details, to ensure that you, our guests, enjoy a home from home experience and ultimately a memorable break. Our properties suit a wide range of budgets and we regularly feature special discounts. Everyone on our team has an in-depth knowledge of our cottages along with the local area and events to help you get the best out of your break. We’re here to offer help and advice whenever you need it, 24/7 - we aim to respond within the hour (unless it's the middle of the night!). We also take a flexible approach to bookings so that you can book from as few as two nights, up to 28 nights and offer unique arrival days too. Thank you for visiting us! Lin and Charles Millward

Semer Barns comprises two adjacent properties, together sleeping up to 14. At their heart, a private heated outdoor pool delight guests during the summer. Situated within the extensive grounds of Dove House, an impressive 14th-century Suffolk Hall which has been a working farm for centuries, Semer Barns boast gorgeous views across pasture and fields, with an equestrian stud, lake and river and the Brett Valley beyond. The Old Barn has a vaulted double height reception with a dining area that can seat 14. Its cosy sitting room has a wood burner in a large inglenook and its traditional kitchen has a range and doors onto a courtyard garden. Upstairs the Sun Room with sofa bed has stunning views across the fields, making the galleried landing a special place to sit. Sleeping 8, 4 first floor bedrooms, a family bathroom and a Jack and Jill shower room. Stable Cottage offers ground floor accommodation for 6 across four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two receptions. Open-plan living space has a kitchen with range, dining area and a seating area. A second sitting room has a log burner and doors onto the BBQ garden.

Situated in a quiet hamlet in the Brett Valley, explore Suffolk’s two AONBs - Dedham Vale and the Suffolk Coast and Heaths. In Dedham Vale take in the scenic delights associated with painters Constable, Gainsborough and Munnings. Explore the countryside associated with John Constable at Flatford Mill. Munnings worked from a studio in his garden at Dedham now a museum. Gainsborough was born in Sudbury (11 m) where his house is dedicated to his life. Kersey (2 m) is a pretty village and Hadleigh, Long Melford, Lavenham, Sudbury and Clare form the Wool Towns. Kersey Mill is packed with shops, eateries and amenities. Bury St Edmunds (19 m) has a magnificent cathedral and the ruins of an Abbey within stunning gardens. Museums, stately homes and gardens include Beth Chatto Gardens, Melford Hall, Kentwell Hall and Ickworth Park. 3 minutes takes you to Hollow Trees Farm with a Trail, Farm Shop, Café and events. Bildeston Crown (2 m) for lovely food and 15 minutes to medieval Lavenham, Suffolk's food capital. Blue Flag beaches at Felixstowe, Clacton, Frinton and Walton are all within 50 minutes. The Suffolk coast is an hour’s drive, and The RSPB reserve at Minsmere is worth a visiting.