The Grove Cottages

Edwardstone, nr Lavenham

Even among the often remarkable cottages in The Good Holiday Cottage Guide (writes publisher Bryn Frank) 'The Grove Cottages are outstanding.'

	Super open fires in five out of the six cottages
	Close to pretty Lavenham and Kersey
	Owners at hand
	Pets Welcome
	Just an hour and a half (approx) from London

Sympathetically converted from 300 year old buildings in an idyllic, sleepy but easily accessible corner of rural West Suffolk, this small handful of cottages exudes 'tender loving care'. Sleeping from 2 to 6, and with Four Stars, each combines so-nice-to-come-home-to cosiness, original features, excellent beds and 21st-century comforts.

Amid excellent cycling country, there are free bikes available. There are also also canoes available for trips on the River Stour.

Cost: from about £176 (short breaks) to £776. Full-English-breakfast packs in the fridges.