House in Bawdsey Quay, England

The Blue Parrot - A real getaway!

The Blue Parrot - A real getaway!

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View from the living room at sunset
Welcome to the Blue Parrot :)
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Lounge with a fireplace
Cosy sofas, armchairs and the dining area

Overview of The Blue Parrot - A real getaway!

4.1 out of 5 Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Bawdsey Quay, England
  • Popular LocationBawdsey Radar14 min walk
  • Popular LocationSuffolk Punch Trust13 min drive
  • Popular LocationSutton Hoo16 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)107 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back bedroom

2 Single Beds

Front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Single room

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Blue Parrot - A real getaway!

Remote, idyllic spot to escape from the city. Ideal for a family or a group of friends who enjoy nature, walking, birdwatching or cycling.

The Blue Parrot is spacious, bright and homely. You have a big living room with views of the River, a dining area, a big front garden just next to the riverfront, and a smaller back garden, which looks onto Bawdsey Manor.

You can enjoy walks on the beach, or follow one of the many walking trails that start near the house. (Please see photo attached). Bawdsey Manor is an amazing building that you can see from the beach or from the back garden of the house. Woodbrigde is 12 miles away and is a nice, charming town, where you can enjoy going to a restaurant or a cafe, or do some shopping.

Please note that you will need a car to move around easily, or you can just relax, go for walks in the countryside or cycle. :) There is a village shop and friendly pub in Alderton, 3 miles from the house. It might be a good idea to bring your own supplies depending on how long you are intending to stay. If during your stay you feel like going into town, Woodbridge is a great option; it has a full range of amenities and is 12 miles (a 20-minute drive) away. From April to October you can also cross over to Felixstowe by a passenger ferry. (see photo attached for timetable)

Property manager

Tim

Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Sea view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please take off your shoes when you enter the house as it is all carpeted.
Please wash, dry and put away and items from the kitchen that you use.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Woodbridge

Located in Woodbridge, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Woodbridge Museum and Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Felixstowe Market and Cardinal Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Foxhall Stadium or Northgate Sports Centre. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Bawdsey Radar - 14 min walk
  • Suffolk Punch Trust - 13 min drive
  • Sutton Hoo - 16 min drive
  • Ufford Park Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Woodbridge Tide Mill - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Melton Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Half Moon - 33 min drive
  • Prezzo - 33 min drive
  • Grosvenor - 33 min drive
  • The White Horse - 34 min drive
  • Bounty Fish & Chips - 33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Parrot - A real getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Parrot - A real getaway!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Parrot - A real getaway!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Parrot - A real getaway! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bawdsey Radar and Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club. Martello Tower and Felixstowe Seafront Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

4.1

Very good

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3.8/5

Cleanliness

4.4/5

Check-in

4.4/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.2/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Debbie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bawdsey Quay, July
The property is in a beautiful location, with plenty of space, natural light and fantastic views over the estuary. Kitchen is fairly well equipped but some of the crockery, glasses and utensils needed washing before use. General cleanliness wasn't great but the bed linen was clean and seating was comfortable. Large lounge diner was good for family use. This is a great place to escape to enjoy wildlife and botany.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Dale l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely Stay at 8 Ferry Road
The whole Stay was Perfect Just remember to ask your Host about the Parking arrangements.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

S A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
We really enjoyed the location, and the house is perfect size for a small family. Once the house was warm (we wouldn't dare try make a fir - we have no clue how!) we really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

5/5 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The View Makes It!
Great for families, bigger living room than it looks on the photos. Good to have the bath and loo in different rooms. Very relaxing place and super to have a real fire. Small but useful kitchen. The settting is lovely. Thanks very much. Glad to make it after the 2020 covid fiasco.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

4/5 Good

Sarah W.

Liked: Location
Wonderful location
A beautiful location and good sized house with fabulous views and access to the beach. There were some errors in communication, most notable no communication between the owner and the lady who prepared the property so she didn't expect us but luckily this didn't affect us much. Also the shower doesn't work and the attachment to the taps provided is not an adequate solution. The location is fantastic, the views are wonderful, the house is spacious enough for a family, the WiFi was not only unexpected but good, having supplies like washing up liquid and household cleaners was excellent, the towels were huge and there was plenty of hot water. We really enjoyed our stay and, providing the shower is fixed, we would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tim

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The Blue Parrot has been the holiday home for Tim's family in the last 15 years. We always lived in Yorkshire, but often came here to spend the weekends or some weeks in the summer, enjoying the good weather and the sea.

We still come from time to time, now all the kids have grown up and the grandchildren can enjoy the house, but we like the idea of having other families and groups of friends to stay when we are not around.

What makes this property unique

The best thing about the Blue Parrot is escaping the everyday routine, being away from the noise, the traffic, work... and just spend a few days going for walks, birdwatching or playing some boardgames by the fire.

Languages:

English, French
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