Stoke-by-Nayland, Suffolk

Thorington Hall

Bedroom 3 'Partridge,' with a super king-size bed, on the first floor of Thorington Hall, Suffolk

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A striking eight-bedroom farmhouse with fine historic detailing throughout.

Guests
16
Bedrooms
8
Acorn rating
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Number of dogs welcome
4
Reference
010055
Stay at one of Suffolk’s oldest (and most intriguing) houses. With intricately decorated Tudor roses on the west staircase and signatures of previous owners mysteriously etched into the windows, Thorington Hall is a luxury farmhouse with stacks of charm.

There’s lots of space, inside and out – perfect for big families and groups looking for a getaway with a difference. Up to four dogs are also welcome (and there are plenty of walks to keep them happy). Upstairs you’ll find big, bright bedrooms and below, a spacious kitchen and large reception areas. There are log burners fit for cosy evenings along with modern facilities too. Outside there’s a large, enclosed garden with an orchard, stables and a badminton net.

You can’t beat Thorington for a beautiful setting and there are walks straight from the front door. You’ll be in the Dedham Vale National Landscape, an area of outstanding natural beauty, and can join the Stour Valley path nearby to explore the surrounding countryside and old villages on foot.

The picturesque hamlet of Flatford is just a 15-minute drive away. It was the inspiration for some of John Constable's most famous paintings, including the The Hay Wain and Boat-Building near Flatford Mill. Walking through Flatford feels like stepping into one of his paintings, and there’s an exhibition dedicated to his life here. You can hire a boat to row on the River Stour and wander through the family-friendly RSPB wildlife garden.

Colchester is half an hour’s drive away. This city has over 2,000 years of history to discover – including Roman vaults, a Norman castle and the working waterwheel at Bourne Mill – alongside independent shops and plenty of places to eat.

Thorington Lodge (sleeps three) is next to Thorington Hall and both cottages can be booked together.
Ground floor layout

Entrance hall with the East Staircase and lobby leading to a cloakroom and shower room. Farmhouse kitchen with a range cooker. Large utility room. Snug with wood burning stove. Dining room with woodburner, which leads to the hall for the West Staircase and a twin bedroom ('Bedroom 8 – Penrose') which can be a king-size bed on request.

First floor layout

Large sitting room. Bathroom with freestanding slipper bath and walk-in shower. A twin bedroom ('Bedroom 1 – Rosier') which can be a king-size on request, with en-suite shower room. A bedroom with super king-size, four-poster bed, with en-suite shower room ('Bedroom 2 – Strutt'). A super king-size bedroom ('Bedroom 3 – Partridge').

Second floor layout

A twin bedroom ('Bedroom 4 – Umfreville') which can be a king-size on request, with en-suite shower room. A twin bedroom ('Bedroom 5 – Heigham'). A twin bedroom ('Bedroom 6 – Wade') which can be a king-size on request. A king-size bedroom ('Bedroom 7 – May').

Garden and outdoor space

Private enclosed garden on three sides of the house. The front garden is formal, while the side and rear gardens are rambling orchard. There is plenty of outdoor seating, with tables, chairs and benches for 16 guests. Grass badminton court at the rear. Storage for bicycles and equipment is provided in the outbuildings.
The ground floor plan for Thorington Hall | © National Trust
The first floor plan for Thorington Hall | © National Trust
The second floor plan for Thorington Hall | © National Trust
Wi-Fi, available
Garden, available
Fridge, available
Freezer, available
Microwave, available
Open fire / wood burner, available
Television, available
DVD, available
Washing machine, available
Dishwasher, available
Tumble dryer, available
Cot & high chair, available
Celebratory stays, available
Countryside, available
For larger groups, available
Grand house, available
Historic building, available
Late Sunday check-out, available
Multi-generational holiday, available
What's provided in a National Trust holiday cottage?
Uneven floors and varying levels and steps throughout. Staircases have narrow irregular treads and wider than standard balustrades. Attic rooms have sloping ceilings with restricted head heights and sloping floors. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
Find more information in our accessibility guide
Parking: Private parking for eight cars. The driveway is shared with Thorington Lodge.

WiFi: We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage, which is supported by BT. Please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon.

Dogs: This cottage can accept 4 dogs, please contact us if you are intending to take 4 dogs.

Heating: LPG gas central heating.

Telephone: Incoming & outgoing calls, operated on an honesty payment basis.

Please note: Preservation restrictions dictate heating level limitations in the west wing of the building to protect the timber structure.

The East staircase bannister rails are at wider spacing than new regulations - children should be supervised. The twin rooms on the second floor are not recommended for younger children due to the uneven stairs.

We do not offer stairgates due to the historic stairs which we cannot drill into and are all too wide.

Due to the historic nature of Thorington Hall and the windows being listed, it is not possible to fix window restrictors.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

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.

Open days: Everyone is welcome to visit one of our free public open days to explore the house and see a little more of what we do.

Having a celebration? We're pleased that you would like to use one of our cottages for a celebration. If you're planning to invite more than two day guests, please complete this enquiry form before booking, so that we can ensure the cottage is right for you.

This cottage is opening for the Heritage Open Days festival this year - visit the festival website to find out more.

Heritage Open Days 2025

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture offering free access to heritage events and activities across England. Heritage Open Days 2025 takes place between 12 and 21 September, and during that time some National Trust holiday cottages are opened up for a day or more for you to explore and enjoy. This year, discover The Bothy in Powis Castle's gardens, extraordinary Portland House - an Art Deco villa on the Dorset coast, Thorington Hall in Sussex and more. Visit the Heritage Open Days website to find out more and find open days in your area. Image: Thorington Hall, Suffolk