Cottages with hot tubs
Suffolk
2026 Hot Tub Breaks in Bury St Edmunds, Southwold, Aldeburgh & More!
2026 Hot Tub Breaks in Bury St Edmunds, Southwold, Aldeburgh & More!
Doves Barn is an exceptional 8-bedroom holiday cottage in Badley, Rural Suffolk. This spacious barn conversion sleeps up to 22 guests across beautifully appointed rooms. The property sits in magnificent grounds between Needham Market and Stowmarket.
The surrounding Suffolk countryside offers peaceful walks and outdoor activities. Needham Lake and Nature Reserve lies within easy reach. The village itself is a pleasant walk away with local amenities and an Indian takeaway nearby.
Accommodation includes Bedroom One with a king-size four-poster and en-suite. Bedrooms Three, Four and Six feature king-size beds. Bedroom Five contains three singles plus bunk beds with garden access. Bedroom Seven has a king-size and single bed. Bedroom Eight offers a double.
Doves Barn is an exceptional 8-bedroom holiday cottage in Badley, Rural Suffolk. This spacious barn conversion sleeps up to 22 guests across beautifully appointed rooms. The property sits in magnificent grounds between Needham Market and Stowmarket.
The surrounding Suffolk countryside offers peaceful walks and outdoor activities. Needham Lake and Nature Reserve lies within easy reach. The village itself is a pleasant walk away with local amenities and an Indian takeaway nearby.
Accommodation includes Bedroom One with a king-size four-poster and en-suite. Bedrooms Three, Four and Six feature king-size beds. Bedroom Five contains three singles plus bunk beds with garden access. Bedroom Seven has a king-size and single bed. Bedroom Eight offers a double. The property features 5 bathrooms including 3 en-suites. The open-plan kitchen seats all 22 guests.
The hot tub cabin provides relaxation after exploring nearby attractions. Games include pool table, table tennis and giant Connect 4. Private parking accommodates 10 vehicles.
Perfect for milestone celebrations and large family gatherings. Doves Barn combines space, comfort and entertainment in a tranquil rural setting.
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Needham Market, Suffolk14°C
Clear sky
Updated: 8 Aug 2026, 2:46am
Burgates Old Rectory Cottage is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
33m
(108 feet above sea level)
Burgates Old Rectory Cottage sits in a peaceful Suffolk setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 52.1638596° N | Longitude: 1.0378245° W
Today's sun times for Needham Market (Saturday, 8 August 2026):
4:26am
Sunrise
6:36pm
Golden Hour
7:36pm
Sunset
This month in Needham Market, you have approximately 15.17 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Burgates Old Rectory Cottage.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Doves Barn
The private hot tub cabin proved incredibly popular with all age groups, providing perfect relaxation after days exploring the Suffolk countryside.
Pool table, table tennis and giant Connect 4 kept teenagers and adults entertained throughout their stay at the barn.
The open-plan dining area comfortably seats all 22 guests, making celebratory meals and family gatherings effortless and memorable.
Separate sitting room and drawing room give families space to spread out, with wood burning stoves creating cosy atmospheres.
Large gardens with ample seating, croquet lawn and outdoor games provide entertainment for all ages in beautiful surroundings.
Six fridges and freezers plus range cooker make catering for large groups straightforward with plenty of storage space.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Doves Barn by car, take the A14 and exit at Stowmarket. Follow signs towards Needham Market and turn onto Badley Road. The barn is easily accessible with private parking for up to 10 vehicles upon arrival.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Needham Market, approximately 2 miles away. Taxis are readily available from the station for the short journey to the property.
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Postcode: IP6 8DL
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