
Quercus is a single-storey Norwegian-style log cabin on a 130-acre former golf course in Woodbridge, Suffolk. The wood-clad exterior fits perfectly into the surroundings as the land is actively being reclaimed by nature through ecological restoration. It sleeps six and comes with a private hot tub ideal for late-night stargazing under Suffolk's dark skies.
The 130-acre site includes woodlands, meadows and waterways. You can walk straight from the door into proper countryside. On-site there's an adventure playground with a zip-wire, jumping pillow and climbing frames. Stargazing sessions and nature photography walks can be arranged directly with the owners.
Inside you get three bedrooms two king-size and one twin sleeping up to six.
Quercus is a single-storey Norwegian-style log cabin on a 130-acre former golf course in Woodbridge, Suffolk. The wood-clad exterior fits perfectly into the surroundings as the land is actively being reclaimed by nature through ecological restoration. It sleeps six and comes with a private hot tub ideal for late-night stargazing under Suffolk's dark skies.
The 130-acre site includes woodlands, meadows and waterways. You can walk straight from the door into proper countryside. On-site there's an adventure playground with a zip-wire, jumping pillow and climbing frames. Stargazing sessions and nature photography walks can be arranged directly with the owners.
Inside you get three bedrooms two king-size and one twin sleeping up to six. There are two bathrooms: a family bathroom with shower over the bath and an en-suite walk-in shower room. The open-plan living area has a farmhouse-style dining table, leather sofa and Smart TV. One dog is welcome.
Framlingham Castle is under 12 miles away. Sutton Hoo is within 11.5 miles. Aldeburgh beach is under 20 miles. The picture-postcard village of Cretingham is right on the doorstep.
Quercus suits families or groups of six who want space, nature and real Suffolk on the doorstep. Book it.
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Cretingham, Suffolk34°C
Clear sky
Updated: 24 Jun 2026, 11:59am
Downbridge Lodge 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.
32m
(105 feet above sea level)
Downbridge Lodge sits in a peaceful Suffolk setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 52.2011740° N | Longitude: 1.264877° W
Today's sun times for Cretingham (Wednesday, 24 June 2026):
3:32am
Sunrise
7:22pm
Golden Hour
8:22pm
Sunset
This month in Cretingham, you have approximately 16.84 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 Downbridge Lodge.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Quercus
A bubbling private hot tub sits in the garden perfect for stargazing under Suffolk's genuinely dark skies after a day out.
Walk straight into woodlands, meadows and waterways on a former golf course being returned to nature through active ecological restoration.
On-site playground features a zip-wire, jumping pillow, climbing frames, log runs and tunnels kids can spend hours here without leaving the site.
One dog is welcome to join you, with 130 acres of open grounds to explore right outside the cabin door.
On-site stargazing sessions can be arranged directly with the owners, making the most of the spectacular dark skies above the site.
Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and Sizewell are all within 20 miles three very different coastal spots within easy reach for a day trip.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Quercus is located near Woodbridge in Suffolk with postcode IP13 7BA. The site sits on a former golf course and is accessible by road. Private off-street parking for one car is available directly at the cabin, with additional parking a short walk away on the same site.
The nearest railway station is Woodbridge, served by trains from Ipswich on the East Suffolk Line. From Woodbridge station a taxi will get you to the property in around 15 minutes depending on traffic.
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