Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk

Horringer Park Gates

The grassy parkland at the Ickworth Estate, with The Rotunda in the background, Suffolk

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Stay in this characterful Georgian cottage, once the home of the Ickworth estate gatekeeper.

Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Acorn rating
3What's this?
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
010060
Horringer Park Gates is located just within the entrance to the 1800 acre Ickworth Estate, and within Horringer village. Bordered by woodland, this one and a half storey Grade II listed gatehouse has changed little in two centuries, with recent renovations very much in keeping with the original style of the building. Modern furnishings run throughout, but rustic beams, red clay tiling and arched latticed windows give it a rustic edge.

If you can wake up early enough, and rouse yourself from the comfy beds, then take advantage of 24 hour access to the estate’s sweeping parkland. Later, head to Ickworth House. This stunning property boasts a unique central rotunda built by the 4th Earl of Bristol to show off the priceless treasures he collected on his Grand Tour.

Surrounded by countryside with 1,000 years of history to explore, Bury St Edmunds offers visitors award-winning restaurants, fantastic shopping, annual festivals, and a great day out for families. From the magnificent St Edmundsbury Cathedral, and historic ruins of the 11th century Abbey of St Edmund, to the artisan, independent shops surrounding the medieval grid of the town centre.

Further afield visit the ancient university town of Cambridge, only 40 minutes away, take to the water and explore the city by punting tours and relax in the green spaces of one of the many parks. For a day trip, discover the varied and picturesque coastline on the Suffolk Coast. A chance to see the flourishing wildlife which makes Suffolk its home and plenty of walks taking in the beautiful views.
Ground floor layout
Entrance lobby. Kitchen and dining room. Sitting room with woodburner. Utility room. Bathroom with bath and separate shower.
First floor layout
Stairs leading to double bedroom with 6' bed and twin bedroom.
Horringer Park Gates Floor Plan
Garden and outdoor space

A garden surrounds the cottage. The main garden is to the rear of the building, with a lawn. It can be accessed from the back hall via an extremely low back door.
Wi-Fi, available
Garden, available
Fridge, available
Microwave, available
Open fire / wood burner, available
Television, available
DVD, available
Washing machine, available
Dishwasher, available
Historic building, available
Near National Trust attraction, available
Countryside, available
Trails, available
3 hours from London, available
What's provided in a National Trust holiday cottage?
Extremely low back door. Steep and winding stairs. Bedrooms with low and sloping ceilings. Pond behind fence in garden. See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Horringer Park Gates.
Find more information in our accessibility guide
WiFi: We’re pleased to provide free WiFi access at this accommodation, which is supported by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and therefore should not be relied upon.

Heating: Air source heat pump heating system.

Parking: There are 2 parking spaces on the driveway to the side of the cottage, there is also an unloading bay in front of the cottage.

Children: This accommodation is not suitable for babies and toddlers under the age of two.

Please note: Due to the style of the building, both bedrooms are in the eaves so have a restricted height and sloping ceilings. The stairs are steep and winding. There is a pond behind the 5ft fence in the corner of the garden.

The cottage is located at the entrance gate for Ickworth House, Park and Hotel so please be aware that the drive is in frequent use.

The wooden shed to the side of the rear garden is used by the Holidays team for storage and supplies. It is accessed from the drive beside the cottage and is partially screened from the garden - you may be aware of staff or deliveries accessing the shed occasionally during your stay.

Offers: Free entry to National Trust places for the duration of your stay, during opening hours. Please show your booking confirmation upon entry. Parking may be payable.  

In addition, guests will be able to enjoy Ickworth Park after hours.

There are five holiday cottages in the 1,800 acres of parkland on the Ickworth Estate.

The Round House

Cosy up in this folky rotunda deep in the woodlands of the Ickworth Estate. Sleeps six, dog friendly.

The brick exterior of Gardens House, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Ickworth Gardens House

A lakeside house next to the walled garden in the middle of the Ickworth Estate. Sleeps six, dog friendly.

Horringer Park Gates

A Grade II-listed gatehouse on the edge of the Ickworth Estate. Sleeps four, dog friendly.

The garden at Keeper's Cottage, Ickworth, Suffolk

Ickworth Keeper's Cottage

A semi-detatched Victorian farmhouse with a large garden on the Ickworth Estate. Sleeps eight. Can be booked with the neighbouring cottage, Carpenters Cottage, for up to 12 guests.

Carpenters Cottage

A spacious, semi-detatched cottage, tucked away from the crowds on the Ickworth Estate. Sleeps four. Can be booked with the neighbouring cottage, Ickworth Keeper's Cottage, for up to 12 guests.

The rotunda sits in the middle of the picture with a path leading towards the bottom with round bushes lined up either side. there are tall green trees on the far left and right of the image with a blue sky overhead

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