Name: Rectory Manor
Address: Rectory Road, Great Waldingfield, , Lavenham, CO10 0TL, United Kingdom, Rectory Road, Great Waldingfield, Suffolk, CO10 0TL, UK
Rating: 9.3

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Country House Rectory Manor

Rectory Road, Great Waldingfield, , Lavenham, CO10 0TL, United Kingdom –

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Fabulous setting, very clean and well situated!! Tom was as usual a fabulous host! We really love this hotel!

Katherine, United Kingdom

Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely location and beautiful room. Very comfortable location- a perfect place to relax. Nice breakfast room with one large table allowing us to get to meet other guests.

Mark, Italy

We loved the room we were in!! There wasn’t any one else staying at the manor as it was out of season so we had the best room in the house! Breakfast was great too. Tom is very generous and kind we really enjoyed coming here for the second time. We will of course be back. Thank you again 😊

James, United Kingdom

Tom the Butler is an amazing guy, he makes you feel very welcome!, also spark the cat and honey the dog are adorable

Tom, United Kingdom

Beautiful and spacious room. Greeting and service first class. Excellent Breakfast.

Neville, United Kingdom

Best weekend away we have ever had, The Rectory Manor was exceptional. Food , service were second to none. Tom the Butler was SUPERB. We will be back again and again.

Daniel, United Kingdom

Lovely place. Tom was outstanding and very welcoming. Will be recommending to everyone!

Daniel, United Kingdom

Lovely building and person, so sweet, I spend a good day in there.

Yue, United Kingdom

Service was excellent. As we requested mushrooms were added to breakfast the following day when normally not offered. Both owner and the butler were very friendly and made us feel special in how we were treated. The home made quince jelly was delicious !

Neil, United Kingdom

Tom the Butler was very attentive and ensured we felt very welcome. I particularly enjoyed the breakfast dining room, with its historic memorabilia.

Vince, United Kingdom

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What guests loved the most:
“Fabulous setting, very clean and well situated!! Tom was as usual a fabulous host! We really love this hotel!”

Katherine United Kingdom
“Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely location and beautiful room. Very comfortable location- a perfect place to relax. ”

Mark Italy
“We loved the room we were in!! There wasn’t any one else staying at the manor as it was out of season so we had the best room in the house! Breakfast was great too. ”

James United Kingdom
“Tom the Butler is an amazing guy, he makes you feel very welcome!, also spark the cat and honey the dog are adorable”

Tom United Kingdom
“Beautiful and spacious room. Greeting and service first class. Excellent Breakfast.”

Neville United Kingdom
“Best weekend away we have ever had, The Rectory Manor was exceptional. Food , service were second to none. Tom the Butler was SUPERB. We will be back again and again.”

Daniel United Kingdom
“Lovely place. Tom was outstanding and very welcoming. Will be recommending to everyone!”

Daniel United Kingdom
“Lovely building and person, so sweet, I spend a good day in there.”

Yue United Kingdom
“Service was excellent. As we requested mushrooms were added to breakfast the following day when normally not offered. ”

Neil United Kingdom
“Tom the Butler was very attentive and ensured we felt very welcome. I particularly enjoyed the breakfast dining room, with its historic memorabilia.”

Vince United Kingdom

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Around 4 miles from Sudbury, The Old Rectory Country House offers provides elegant rooms with beautiful garden views. With a swimming pool, sauna and tennis court, it also offers free parking and Wi-Fi.

Each room has a flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. All have an en suite bath, and some have a shower.

Cooked and continental breakfast is served in the dining room, which looks out over the garden. There is an honesty bar in the drawing room.

The Old Rectory Country House is around 15 miles from Bury St Edmunds, and 20 miles from Ipswich, where attractions include Christchurch Mansion, New Wolsey Theater and the Ipswich Transport Museum. Gainsborough’s House in Sudbury, the artist’s former home, is around 10 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Clare Castle
8.8 miles
Hedingham Castle
9.2 miles
Weston Homes Community Stadium
10.5 miles
Colchester General Hospital
11.3 miles
Flatford
12.1 miles
Colchester Institute
12.2 miles
Colchester Castle
12.4 miles
Ickworth House
12.5 miles
Essex County Hospital
12.6 miles
Colchester Town Train Station
12.9 miles

Restaurants & Markets

The Great House, Lavenham Restaurant
3 miles
Scutchers Restaurant
3 miles
Sudbury Market
3 miles
Waitrose Supermarket
4 miles

Closest Airports

London Stansted Airport
25.2 miles
London Southend Airport
34.2 miles
Norwich International Airport
47.6 miles

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“Tom was really welcoming, the accommodation was very nice and quiet. We liked the location and tranquillity and would definitely return. Breakfast was also very...”

Gillian

United Kingdom

“Everything. We loved the location.”

Michael

United Kingdom

“The most fabulous location with an absolutely beautiful room. Felt absolutely spoilt.”

Phillippa

United Kingdom

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4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

One child under 2 years is charged GBP 10 per person per night in a crib.

All older children or adults are charged GBP 35 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.2
Staff9.6

Value for money8.6
Free WiFi8.2
Location9.3

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“Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely location and beautiful room. Very comfortable location- a perfect place to relax. Nice breakfast room with one large table allowing us to get to meet other guests.”

Mark

Italy

“We loved the room we were in!! There wasn’t any one else staying at the manor as it was out of season so we had the best room in the house! Breakfast was great too. Tom is very generous and kind we really enjoyed coming here for the second time. We will of course be back. Thank you again 😊”

James

“Service was excellent. As we requested mushrooms were added to breakfast the following day when normally not offered. Both owner and the butler were very friendly and made us feel special in how we were treated. The home made quince jelly was delicious !”

Neil

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Reviewed: January 6, 2019

James
United Kingdom

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10

“Awesome location in countryside. Brilliant friendly service”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We loved the room we were in!! There wasn’t any one else staying at the manor as it was out of season so we had the best room in the house! Breakfast was great too. Tom is very generous and kind we really enjoyed coming here for the second time. We will of course be back. Thank you again 😊

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: January 6, 2019

Kelly
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premium Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Loved it
Beautiful room

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 6, 2019

Tom
United Kingdom
10

“Romantic, warm and friendly”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premium Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tom the Butler is an amazing guy, he makes you feel very welcome!, also spark the cat and honey the dog are adorable

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: January 3, 2019

Neville
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and spacious room. Greeting and service first class. Excellent Breakfast.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 2, 2019

Daniel
United Kingdom
10

“An amazing secret we want to keep!!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite with Terrace
- • Stayed 1 night
Leaving .
Best weekend away we have ever had, The Rectory Manor was exceptional. Food , service were second to none. Tom the Butler was SUPERB. We will be back again and again.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 1, 2019

Daniel
United Kingdom
10

“Amazing!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely place. Tom was outstanding and very welcoming. Will be recommending to everyone!

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: December 21, 2018

Yue
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely building and person, so sweet, I spend a good day in there.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 10, 2018

Anonymous
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
They only have blankets and I prefer duvets
The manager could not have been nicer or done more. Lovely large room and beautiful historic house

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 26, 2018

Neil
United Kingdom
9.6

“We loved the place and would love to visit again!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Shower in bath was difficult to get to a consistent warm temperature, but aware that is the nature of the old house.
Service was excellent. As we requested mushrooms were added to breakfast the following day when normally not offered. Both owner and the butler were very friendly and made us feel special in how we were treated. The home made quince jelly was delicious !

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 21, 2018

Vince
United Kingdom
10

“I thought our few days at the rectory manor bypassed my expectations.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tom the Butler was very attentive and ensured we felt very welcome. I particularly enjoyed the breakfast dining room, with its historic memorabilia.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 19, 2018

Mark
United Kingdom
9.2

“Great location for Lavenham, Long Melford. Tucked out of the way in a sleepy village.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite with Terrace
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Huge bedroom and bathroom. Conservatory too, just the wrong time of year. Mini bar was well stocked. Bed was large and very comfy. Nothing to fault and cleanliness was top notch.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 16, 2018

Stephen
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Getting to the accommodation this time of year was a little tricky
Friendly and welcoming, very spacious and comfortable rooms.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 12, 2018

Gillian
United Kingdom
10

“Peaceful and tranquil accommodation and setting”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Tom was really welcoming, the accommodation was very nice and quiet. We liked the location and tranquillity and would definitely return. Breakfast was also very good and all in pleasant surroundings. It felt like we were house guests rather than visitors

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 3, 2018

Jean
United Kingdom
9.6

“Excellent stay would have liked a longer time there”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
There wasn't anything that could have been improved on.
everything was perfect. A lovely room very comfortable and excellent breakfast

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 18, 2018

Michael
United Kingdom
10

“Our stay was lovely. A beautiful location. Loved everything about it.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premium Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We enjoyed everything about the location and facilities.
Everything. We loved the location.

Stayed in October 2018

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	Premium Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
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	Executive Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
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	Standard Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room has a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Fold-up bed • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Four Poster Bed 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This double room features a bathrobe, cable TV and mini-bar. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • TV • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Fold-up bed • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Double Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • TV • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Hypoallergenic • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Suite with Terrace 1 king bed	Show prices
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	Double Room with Garden View 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Bathtub • TV • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Alarm clock • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Fold-up bed • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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