The
Black Lion, The Green,
phone 01787 312356
fax 01787 374557
email: enquiries@blacklionhotel.net
web:
www.blacklionhotel.net
On a corner of the great village green, only a short walk from the centre of the village, is the Black Lion Hotel. A 17th Century building, recently refurbished, it has probably the finest views in the whole village across the green towards Melford Hall, its park and gardens.
There are ten comfortable bedrooms, each with its own individual character and en-suite facilities. Prices for bed and full country-house breakfast range from £97.50 to £110 per night for single occupancy, and £150 to £195 per night for double. 'Sunday Night Specials' including dinner,bed and breakfast are £99 for two people.
You can eat in the award-winning restaurant or at the bar, choosing from an extensive menu. All dishes are prepared using only the finest market produce.
The Bull, Hall
Street,
phone 01787 378494
fax 01787 880307
web : www.thebull-hotel.com
The historic Bull Hotel is the centrepiece of the longest high street in East Anglia. Built in 1450, and an inn since 1570, The Bull is rich in original detail, with oak beams everywhere, and a beautiful Elizabethan fireplace in the lounge.
The Cordell Restaurant serves the finest cuisine amongst antique carvings. An excellent bar menu, together with cask ales and a fine selection of wines by the glass are available in the Reeves Bar.
23 en-suite bedrooms and 2 separate suites are all beautifully decorated with every comfort you would expect. There are three meeting and conference rooms for up to 60 people. The hotel is licensed for Civil Ceremonies.
The Crown
Hotel, Hall Street
phone 01787 377666
fax 01787 379005
web www.thecrownhotelmelford.co.uk
The Crown Hotel offers a friendly and warm welcome whether you are staying in one of the fourteen rooms, just popping in for a drink or dining in the restaurant.
All rooms are en-suite, have tea and coffee making facilities, TV and trouser press. The restaurant serves homemade food which is prepared using fresh ingredients seven days a week. The menu itself is a A La Carte with a mixture of traditional and contemporary dishes (bar snacks/sandwiches are also available). In the bar we have a wide selection of real ales, wines and spirits.
The
George and Dragon, Hall Street,
phone : 01787 371285
6 ensuite bedrooms
The George and Dragon is an inn that prides itself on the comfort and homeliness of its welcome to its guests. The food is good, in traditional English style, and the bar is as popular with the locals as it is with visitors. There is an ample car park, and gardens at the rear.
The Long Melford Inn,
Rodbridge Hill
phone : 01787 375862
web : www.longmelfordinn.co.uk
This family-run Free house greets everyone with a warm welcome, good food and has a wide variety of lagers and local real ales including all Adnams Bitters.
There are comfortable chalets with en-suite facilities, tea and coffee, TV and a sheltered patio area outside and use of the garden for smokers. Further accommodation is above the Inn which offers 2 twin rooms and a double with shared bathroom facilities.
Breakfast, lunch, cream teas and dinner are available – a real open fire can be enjoyed in the winter and a pretty garden in the summer.
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Bed and Breakfast
There are many excellent places to enjoy bed and breakfast both in and around Long Melford. Besides the hotels listed above, there are:
1 Westropps; Mrs Audrey Fisher 01787 373660
email: info@audreyfisher.co.uk
web: www.audreyfisher.co.uk
Westropps is at the south end of the village of Long Melford. Mrs Fisher runs a comfortable friendly B&B with 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single bedrooms. The double bedroom has en-suite shower, toilet and washbasin. The single and twin bedrooms have en-suite toilet and washbasins, and share a shower just outside the rooms (Bathrobes provided). All rooms have tea and coffee-making facilities, hair dryers and digital television. Ample car parking covered by cctv.
Denmark
House; John & Veronica Garbett
Hall Street
Long Melford
CO10 9JD
phone : 01787 378798
mobile : 07913 282167
email : info@denmarkhousebb.co.uk
web : www.denmarkhousebb.co.uk
(also see John's business web site : www.artadhoc.com )
ETB 4-star
Denmark House is in the middle of the village, with in easy walking distance of several pubs and a variety of excellent restaurants, antique centres and shops. The house itself dates from 1441 or earlier, but has been much changed since! There are twin and double bedrooms, both with ensuite facilities, colour TV with DVD, tea and coffee making equipment and hair dryer.Traditional English breakfasts are served in the dining room, which is also a guest sitting room. Non-smoking (though smoking is allowed in the garden). Ample undercover space for bicycles.
Charges are £60 per night for double occupancy, £33 for single. A non-refundable deposit of £25 is requested when booking.
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The Gables, Andrew and Caroline King
Hall Street
Long Melford
CO10 9JT
phone: 01787 374830
email: carolineking45@talktalk.net
The Gables, a Grade 2 listed Tudor building with a Victorian facade, is located in the centre of the village. It is within easy walking distance of a number of quality restaurants, pubs, numerous art galleries, antique centres and shops.
There is one twin-bedded room ensuite, a double bedroom and a single bedroom with a further bathroom with bath and separate shower. Traditional English breakfast is offered in the dining room, and guests have the use of the sitting room and the garden. Non-smoking (though smoking is allowed in the garden). There is ample off-road parking.
Charges from £60 per night (double occupancy), £33 for single. A non-refundable deposit of £25 is requested when booking. Payment by cheque or cash, please.
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High
Street Farm House
High Street,
Long Melford
CO10 9BD
phone and fax 01787 375765
web site : http://hosted.ase.net/20124498.html
ETB 4-diamonds
Tracy Taylor provides quality accommodation, good food and a warm welcome in this comfortable listed home at the North end of the village.
There are two double ensuite bedrooms and one twin with private bathroom. All have colour TV etc. Breakfast at separate tables. There is a guest lounge. Evening meals and well behaved dogs by arrangement. Pretty garden and private parking. Vegetarians welcome. Open all year.
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Nearby
Bulmer
Tye House
Bulmer Tye, nr Sudbury, CO10 7ED,
(2 miles SW of Sudbury, on A131)
Peter and Noël Owen
phone/fax : 01787 269315
B&B £30 per person per night
(Minimum stay, 2 nights)
Children welcome; no smokers
Informal and friendly B&B in a rambling house full of character and historical associations. Peter Owen designs and makes furniture and keyboard instruments (musicians are offered en suite clavichords), while his wife Noël Riley is a specialist writer on furniture and the decorative arts.
There are two double rooms and two singles (adjoining), and plenty of sitting rooms. Breakfast is taken at the family table in the kitchen, and consists of home-made muesli, bread and marmalade, as well as free-range boiled eggs (no fry-ups). The garden is notable for its fine trees and interesting plants, as well as a grass tennis court. There are plenty of good footpath walks in the surrounding countryside.
(Lavenham)
The Red House Bed and Breakfast
Diana Schofield, The Red House
Bolton Street, Lavenham, CO10 9RG
phone: 01787 248074
web site : http://www.lavenham.co.uk/redhouse/
ETB 4-diamonds
Modern facilities in a comfortable Victorian house in the heart of a medieval village. Diana Schofield's 'Red House' is just around the corner from the magnificent Tudor guildhall (NT) in the centre of Lavenham, reputedly the finest medieval town in England.
There are three double bedrooms with all the expected facilities, space to park your car, and a pleasant garden. No smoking. Dogs are welcome by arrangement (there are resident cats!).
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Self Catering
Within the village
for those who prefer to look after themselves . . .
4
Church Walk, Long Melford
contact : 020 7267 3653
Church Walk is set in a quiet location with views over the village green. It is close to the historic church, to Melford Hall (National Trust) and to Kentwell Hall, yet within half a mile of the main shopping area.
The cottage is a grade II listed building dating from 1838, has two bedrooms and will comfortably sleep 2 persons. It is a non-smoking home and pets are not allowed.
Please contact Mark Thomas on 020 7267 3653 for further information
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The
Grove Cottages
Priory Green, Edwardstone CO10 5PP
Mark Scott
ETC 4-stars
phone : 01787 211115
fax : 01787 211115
email : mark@grove-cottages.co.uk
web site : www.grove-cottages.co.uk
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE to see our 27 LOVELY COTTAGES …
Enjoy the romantic atmosphere of your own 300 year old farm cottage, with
ancient oak beams, open log fires, period furniture, ducks, roses and a touch
of luxury. Set in lovely Suffolk countryside on the old Grove farm.
Bikes are free to explore the cycle routes and canoes available to paddle
along the Stour through the countryside made famous by the great artist John
Constable. The picturesque villages of Long Melford and Lavenham are just
across the valley and London is just 90 mins away.
Pets are welcome. ETC 4 Star. The cottages can be hired individually or together
for larger groups. Short Breaks are welcome.
Millview Cartlodge
134 Melford Road, Sudbury
phone : 07855 465077
web site : www.suffolkborderlodge.com
This self-contained cart lodge is the perfect retreat. Set in a conservation area, and facing the Sudbury water meadows, it is ideal for those preferring self-catering stay-overs. It is within a few minutes walk of Sudbury town centre, and a mile and a half from Long Melford.
There is a fully-equipped kitchen, sitting room, with TV/DVD player, shower room and a twin bedroom. All bed linen and towels are included.
The lodge sleeps up to four (there is a sofa bed for two in the sitting room) and has a gym for fitness training. (A personal trainer is also available at extra cost.) One well-trained pet is welcome, for an extra £16 a week, though please note that outside there is no fence between the premises and the main road. Off-road parking for up to 3 cars.
Other cottages
There is a web site which concentrates on holiday cottages, with a fair selection in Suffolk: http://www.bookcottages.com/suffolk.htm
