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The Reed Bed

10 5 reviews

Your own private rowing boat (added by manager 11 Jul 2022)

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Private waterfront glamping for two in Suffolk with a rowing boat
A 10-minute drive to the Dedham Vale; 15 minutes from Ipswich
Luxury bell tent with flushing toilet & hot shower, firepit & kitchen

Relax into a romantic rural retreat looking out over what was once an ancient manor house moat. Now a secluded hideaway for two, The Reed Bed sits on the water’s edge in a peaceful half-acre of wild meadow. Set among rolling fields on the edge of Constable Country, you'll have this pop-up luxury site to yourself. While away the day exploring and picking plums from the orchard, pootle on the water in your own private rowing boat, then settle down beside the firepit when the sun goes down. The five-metre luxury bell tent is decked out with a king-sized bed, extra-cosy duvet and a log-burning stove. In the private en-suite bathroom, hidden among towering bamboo, you'll find a walk-in copper rain shower and flushing toilet. Wake to the sound of the resident mallards and moorhens splashing on the water. There’s an outdoor seating area with a firepit and barbecue where you can watch the drama unfold. Afterwards follow your nose along the footpaths that crisscross the surrounding countryside (there are maps available on site so you won’t get too lost). Prep your own food using the outdoor kitchen facilities, which include a fridge, electric hobs and barbeque (plus all important phone-charging points). And when you feeling like dining out, there’s a pub 10 minutes’ walk away, not forgetting all the eateries in the surrounding villages - you'll find a list of recommendations in the bell tent. If you feel like some pampering, there’s also a manor house hotel for afternoon teas and spa treatments half an hour's walk away.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Features

No dogs allowed

Pop-up campsite

Adults only

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Luxury

Peaceful

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycling nearby

Golf nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

The Reed Bed

Hall Farm Cottage

Chattisham

Suffolk

England

IP8 3PX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.04088°N
1.04105°W

Nearest transport

Coach

4.3 km Motel

4.4 km White Horse

7.6 km Cardinal Park

Rail

7.2 km Ipswich Rail Station

9.7 km Westerfield Rail Station

9.8 km Derby Road (Ipswich) Rail Station

Ferry

17.9 km Harwich International Ferry Terminal

18.7 km Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Dig into the story of the royal burial site at Sutton Hoo (30 minutes’ drive) or head to the historic wool town of Hadleigh (10 minutes), with its market, river walk, medieval Guildhall and independent shops. Why not admire the drunken half-timbered houses in Lavenham (25 minutes) or the Tudor mansions in the ancient wool town of Long Melford (35 minutes), too? The Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a walkers paradise. And when you tire of walking, pootle in the river at Flatford Mill (20 minutes), the inspiration for Constable's The Hay Wain. Other options include paddling in the estuary and supping a bay view pint at Pin Mill (15 mins), walking the walls of the 12th-century fortress at Framlingham Castle (40 minutes), sipping fine English wine at Dedham Vale Vineyard (30 minutes), and enjoying the sandy beaches at Felixstowe (30 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Dovercourt	20.2 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Felixstowe South	22.7 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Felixstowe North	23.3 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Brightlingsea	26.2 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Walton	26.8 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Christchurch Mansion 8.5 km

firstsite 19.3 km

Colchester Castle Museum 19.3 km

Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 21.2 km

East Anglian Railway Museum 23.4 km

National Trust

Flatford: Bridge Cottage 9.3 km

Thorington Hall 10.2 km

Lavenham Guildhall 18.3 km

Bourne Mill 20.3 km

Sutton Hoo 21.2 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

WOLVES & RAMSEY WOODS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 29/04/2002) 2.3 km

Raydon - Hadleigh Railway Walk - Hadleigh - Upper Layham - Raydon 3.3 km

CHANTRY PARK 5.5 km

Bentley - East End - Flatford Mill - Bentley 6.1 km

Hadleigh (Toppesfield Bridge) - Holbecks - Hadleigh Heath - Kersey Vale - River Brett - Toppesfield Bridge 6.1 km

Local events

Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival (Saturday, 28 September 2024 – Saturday, 28 September 2024)
Aldeburgh, England 34 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Such a peaceful retreat. Lovely location. Perfect spot for reaching places of…

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Roslyn A. Jul 2023

Bell tent

Liked: Such a peaceful retreat. Lovely location. Perfect spot for reaching places of interest in Suffolk. Hosts, Rachael and Guy, were on hand but not intrusive. We are already thinking of how we can visit again next year. Strongly recommended.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A private, peaceful, wonderful break away!

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Claire P. Jun 2023

Bell tent

Liked: Lovely secluded location with everything you need in the tent, shower room and kitchen area to ensure you have a peaceful and relaxing time. Comfortable bed, bedding and towels provided. Good instructions and treats left by the hosts. Outdoor lighting was very pretty and effective. Would go again! Also the Turkish Restaurant (Cappadocia) nearby was recommended by the hosts and was really lovely food.

Disliked: Wooden walkway could be slippery when wet. You may need something to stand on to reach the kitchen sink as we found it was slightly too high up for us.

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Lovely place, beautiful location

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Anonymous May 2023

Bell tent

Liked: We absolutely loved our stay here! Rachael and Guy were great hosts and included all of the necessities along with a few luxury touches.We would definitely return. Beautiful location, lovely tent, gem of a place ❤️

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Rachel and guy are the perfect hosts - there are surprise touches.

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Anonymous Aug 2022

Bell tent

Liked: We have travelled to many places and are hosts ourselves - this is just lovely.

Recommend to friends Visit again

What a gem of a find, you definitely won’t be disappointed

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Anonymous Jul 2022

Bell tent

Liked: Total privacy, very clean and welcoming, bed was amazing and comfortable and the shower was to die for.

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What attractions are near The Reed Bed? Dig into the story of the royal burial site at Sutton Hoo (30 minutes’ drive) or head to the historic wool town of Hadleigh (10 minutes), with its market, river walk, medieval … Read more
When can I check in and check out of The Reed Bed?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more