Horringer Park Gates

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

Guests

4

Bedrooms

2

Number of dogs welcome

0

Reference

010060

Acorn rating

3What's this

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.

• Cot & high chair, available
• Fridge, available
• Dishwasher, available
• Tumble dryer, not available
• Television, available
• WiFi, not available
• Garden, available
• Microwave, available
• Freezer, not available
• Washing machine, available
• Telephone, not available
• DVD, available
• Open fire / wood burner, available
• BBQ, not available

Not accessible. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Ground floor layout

Entrance lobby, kitchen/dining room, sitting room with woodburner and satellite TV, utility room, bathroom (including bath, separate shower cubicle and WC).

First floor layout

Stairs leading to 2 bedrooms (1 x twin, 1 x 6' double).

Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up to date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

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.

Garden: The cottage is surrounded by garden, although the main garden is to the rear of the building and can be accessed from the back hall via an extremely low back door.

Children: The cottage has a steep and winding flight of stairs and there is a pond behind the 5ft fence in the corner of the garden.

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.

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: Holiday cottage guests have free entry to all National Trust properties during the period of their stay.  Full details in the confirmation email upon booking. In addition, guests will be able to enjoy Ickworth Park after hours.