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Experience world-class service at Rectory Manor

Around 4 miles from Sudbury, Rectory Manor offers provides elegant rooms with beautiful garden views. With a swimming pool 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 en suite bathrooms, with either a bath, shower or both. 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. Rectory Manor is around 15 miles from Bury St Edmunds, and 20 miles from Ipswich, where attractions include Christchurch Mansion, New Wolsey Theatre and the Ipswich Transport Museum. Gainsborough’s House in Sudbury, the artist’s former home, is around 10 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

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

  • Free private parking available on-site


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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property very close to Sudbury and Lavenham. The property is set within well kept grounds, and has been restored and maintained to a good standard. Cyrus gave us a warm welcome and provided relevant information about the facilities,...
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property and location are beautiful and tranquil. The staff were friendly and helpful, providing secure bike storage and opening the pool early morning for us. We stayed in the old stables, in extremely spacious, private and comfortable...
  • Marcia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful, well kept & full of history. Spotlessly clean with all we could ask for. Excellent breakfast.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Both room and the whole is lovely and clean, gardens are well kept and vet quaint
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely area, staff so helpful & friendly, beautiful rooms & great breakfast too!
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I think this may be the best accommodation I’ve stayed in, in the UK for all of the reasons already mentioned: Warm welcome from Frank the host, wonderfully spacious and well maintained room. The condiments were a cut above too with fresh milk....
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredibly welcoming team to look after us throughout the stay, beautiful grounds and pool which was great with the hot weather we were having during our stay, rooms are immaculate and very comfortable. Such a peaceful and relaxing stay.
  • Nadine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely quiet place enjoyed our stay very much Thankyou
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The swimming pool was excellent. Very clean and well maintained. The service was just perfect. We were left alone to enjoy our stay but attended to when needed. Great for much needed privacy and relaxation.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect, property and hosts absolutely spot on, we'll be back

Host Information

Company review score: 9.6Based on 249 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Rectory Manor is hosted by our wonderful butler, Tom, who will look after you during your stay.

Property information

A member of The Historic Houses Association (The book of Psalms was was written here), Rated 5 Stars, Grade II listed. Rectory Manor is a historic house, offering Bed and Breakfast in the style of a boutique hotel. Rated by Travel Myth as amongst the Top 5 Luxury places to stay in Suffolk and the best boutiaue place to stay near Lavenham. Endorsed by Sawdays and Wolsey Lodges. Rated "EXCELLENT" by Tripadvisor. Rectory Manor has won the Gold Award (the highest accolade) from the official tourist board every year since 2015. It has been chosen by Tatler Magazine as one of the 12 smartest B&B's in the country and according to Trivago, Rectory Manor is also the highest reviewed five star proerty in the rgion as well.

Neighbourhood information

Located in a conservation area surrounded by thatched cottages, just minutes from the centres of Lavenham, Sudbury and Long Melford in Suffolk. The property is surrounded by extensive gardens, a swimming pool and tennis court to create the perfect setting to unwind. Rectory Manor is recommended by Country Living Magazine!

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

Rectory Manor takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Rectory Manor in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.