The AA calls Ivy House Country Hotel in Suffolk a "charming hotel in a peaceful setting". You can now save up to 61% on a gourmet mini break at this rural retreat in the Broads National Park, with this 2-night package from less than $87 per person.
What's Included
Two nights' accommodation in a Courtyard Double or an Executive Room, with daily full English breakfast, for two
A 2-course dinner per person from the à la carte menu on the first evening (up to a value of $45 each)
It's $129 for a 1-night stay with breakfast and dinner or $227 for a 3-night stay with the extra night on B&B
This Suffolk hotel sits in 21 acres of gardens, lawns, ponds and marshes within the Broads National Park
The 2-AA-Rosette Crooked Barn Restaurant is in a converted 16th-century thatched barn on the banks of Oulton Broad
Popular seaside towns Southwold and Great Yarmouth are less than 30 minutes' drive away
Overview
Ivy House Country Hotel is close to the coastal town of Lowestoft, and sits on the banks of Oulton Broad. Its 21 acres of grounds include gardens, lawns, ponds, marshes and a thatched barn.
The hotel is in the Broads National Park, and you can stroll into the town of Oulton Broad directly from the hotel's gardens. The park is full of scenic waterways and wildlife, and has plenty of walking and cycling routes, or you can travel through it by boat and moor up to explore the nearby villages and waterside pubs.
The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Lowestoft's promenade, and beyond that the sandy beaches south of the town offer plenty of options for coastal walks. Local attractions Africa Alive!, Pleasurewood Hills and the seaside town of Southwold are within 25 minutes' drive. The coastal resort of Great Yarmouth and the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve are less than 30 minutes' drive away.
Eve's Bar & Lounge has panoramic views over the gardens, ponds and over to the Broads. It's a great spot for a cream tea, a pre-dinner drink or a bar snack. You can also order a hamper to enjoy at one of the many picnic tables within the grounds.
For fine dining, head to the Crooked Barn Restaurant, which holds two AA Rosettes. Head chef Keith Parton serves a menu of local and seasonal ingredients in the characterful 16th-century barn.
All guests get homemade biscuits on arrival.
Amenities
General
Bar
Restaurant
Room amenities
Coffee / tea-making facilities
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Bathroom
Hair-dryer
Parking
Complimentary parking
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom in some rooms
Accessible meeting room
Accessible parking
Accessible path of travel
Accessible restaurant
Wheelchair accessible
Policies
Check-in: Standard Time is 2pm. Minimum age required to check in: 18.
Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.
Children and additional guests: Breakfast for children is included Breakfast for adults is included Please use the Special Request field to confirm the age of the third guest. Supplements are not included automatically in the total price and will be charged directly by the hotel. See room descriptions and rate policies for information about room occupancy and prices. Extra guest charges will apply as follows: £15 per night for children 10 and under. £25 per night for children 11 to 15. £35 per night for older children and adults.
A limited number of infant's cots/cribs and extra beds are available, on request only.
Pets: Pets are allowed on request and will be charged at £15 per pet per stay. Supplements are not included automatically in the total price and will be charged directly by the hotel.
Pets are allowed in Courtyard Double Rooms only.
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Parking is free. Lowestoft station is a 15-minute drive from the hotel, and Oulton Broad South station is less than five minutes' drive away. A taxi from either station to the hotel will cost £5-£8, each way. The hotel is five minutes' drive from the A12.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
It is the responsibility of the hotel chain and/or the individual property to ensure the accuracy of the photos displayed. Travelzoo is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the photos.
*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Enjoyed This
(272 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Ivy House Country Hotel over the past 15 months.
We booked a dog friendly room and were very pleased with it, and there are plenty of walks right on the door step
Other Comments
A particular shout out to Angie who checked us in and was also working in the dining room on both nights we ate there
HeatherApr 16, 2019Isleworth, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The room was comfortable and clean.
neilApr 16, 2019HUDDERSFIELD, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The relaxed atmosphere and grounds
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The staff were all helpful cheerful and friendly
JackieApr 13, 2019Basildon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Clean spacious rooms and very friendly helpful staff
GillianApr 13, 2019Basildon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely location.
Other Comments
The Ivy House Hotel has been converted from old farm buildings and is located on the edge of Oulton Broad and is very clean and tidy throughout and all of the staff were very helpful and polite during our stay.
STEPHENApr 08, 2019Mitcheldean, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely room and Excellent food.
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Would thoroughly recommend this hotel.
TeresaApr 08, 2019Cambridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful room, very clean. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was lovely, plenty of choice. Drinks were a reasonable price so we didn't feel like we were being ripped off
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Well worth a visit. Excellent value for money
SandraMar 28, 2019Colchester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely place lovely food
vanessaMar 11, 2019potton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Rooms were good. Nice location
Lovely setting
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Lack of staff, mealtimes were chaos. Good was substandard. Breakfast served in bed unable to sit properly at table, no room on table had to put dishes on floor. Lack of staff. Poor service and no msnager to be seen over weekend. Can not fault staff who were there as they worked very hard
RachelMar 04, 2019SandySandy, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The location was lovely, staff very friendly
davidMar 02, 2019Nuneaton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The meal on our first evening was superb .
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They seemed to be short staffed on our second morning and to wait for 20 mins for a pot of tea and coffee is not really acceptable.
JaneFeb 26, 2019Corby, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The hotel was excellent and our room very nice and large. We also had all our evening meals at the hotel and the choice on the bar menu was good. I would recommend this hotel
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We had a lovely time at your hotel and the service was excellent. The room was excellent. Thank you. I would recommend this hotel
RogerFeb 11, 2019Orpington, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The whole package
kellyFeb 11, 2019Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The spacious relaxed atmosphere and very friendly staff. The spacious grounds (would be lovely in the summer).
Other Comments
We dined in the conservatory on the 2nd evening but was forgotten about because there was a large number of people in the restaurant. We booked our table for 7.45pm but did not get our starters until after 9pm when my husband chased it up, then another wait for our main course after that. The food was then not very good as seemed to have been keeping warm somewhere as dried up. We did complain and the manager, Keith, did speak to us next day with apologies and took the cost of the meals off the bills. We felt that there was insufficient number of staff on duty for the amount of diners. On the whole we did enjoy our stay (I had booked another room for friends also) we would give this a second visit possibly in the summer to give them a 2nd chance.
PaulineFeb 05, 2019Wimborne, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
A nice relaxing break in peaceful surroundings.
Other Comments
Lovely, helpful staff.
TheresaFeb 04, 2019Hornchurch, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
all staff very accommodating and helpful
ShelleyFeb 04, 2019Orpington, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The space and peace of the grounds, including proximity to the Broads (walking distance)
StewartJun 29, 2018Halesowen, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
the rooms although large and clean could do with an update as decore looked old and tired. again staff were great and the room was spotless. I would be very disappointed to have to pay the full price for this stay. the travelzoo rate was great but shouldn't take away anything from a paying customer which it appeared to do.
Other Comments
the restaurant food although looked wonderful was not as good as it looked. on two occasions meals were sent back because they were cold the replacement was not to much better and spolit a what should have been a special occasion. the staff were lovely and tried to make up for the disappointment . cannot fault them for this.
janeJan 31, 2019Lichfield, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very Peaceful setting and the rooms being detached from the main hotel.
Other Comments
Hotel missing out on upselling when waiting staff not returning to guests to see if meal is ok etc and as service is slow between courses, we would have ordered desserts and coffee, but after the long wait we decided to give up. We also wanted to order wine with our bar meal but the waitress came when we had finished. There is a lot of opportunity for this hotel, staff obviously need more training and managing. But overall we had a relaxing couple of days.
KarenJan 28, 2019Edenbridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The grounds looked lovely and the food was delicious.
Other Comments
We didn’t realise that the room was not actually in a hotel but was a chalet. The room was cold. There was a chip in the bath and I had to get receptionist to clean the bath so I could use it. The complementary water tasted fowl and the bar didn’t have any atmosphere and shut early.
DeniseJan 22, 2019Rayleigh, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
A lovely hotel with a good, warm room, fine food and excellent friendly staff.
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The Travelzoo deal was a superb way to spend three days away in Winter at this excellent hotel, for a reasonable price. All the stated 'extras' were included with no quibble and the friendly staff went out of their way to ensure we had a lovely break. Overall an A+*
BarryJan 21, 2019Saint Neots, United Kingdom
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The room was spacious and airy with lots of power points and drawer space. The TV was very good quality with a full choice of channels. There were nice details like real ground coffee and a cafetiere as well as the usual instant coffee tubes. Some of the decor, particularly in the bathroom seemed a bit tired and we would have preferred to have a larger, more luxurious shower stall than the full-size bath and rather cramped stall actually provided.
ChristopherJan 20, 2019Hastings, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Helpful staff and reasonable prices
Other Comments
Very good hotel
JulianDec 17, 2018Stafford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
everything
andrewDec 11, 2018Stevenage, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The service
Other Comments
A lack of real ale. A lack of light in the room. Everything else very good.
PavlinaDec 10, 2018Ely, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
Great staff nothing to much, lovely ambiance.
DebbyDec 03, 2018Lowestoft, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Excellent service and generous sized accommodation
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Good food, very nice dining room
TomDec 03, 2018Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely breakfast and a very friendly chef who spoke to us. Food was very good. Receptionist very pleasant.
Our dog was welcome, he even had his own welcome pack and a nice spot to explore safely at the back of the hotel. We'd go back again
ElizabethNov 24, 2018Wymondham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food enjoyed both in the bar and main restaurant.
PaulNov 21, 2018Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food, staff and restaurant.
LorraineNov 20, 2018Brentwood, Essex, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food and location.
DeorahNov 19, 2018Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The ambience of the bar and dining areas
ValerieNov 18, 2018Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely room. Very quiet. Good location for walks
KarenNov 15, 2018Wellingborough, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The peace and tranquility of the place. Situated just far enough away from a busy main road the silence was truly golden! My partner and I were looking for somewhere to recharge our batteries and certainly found it here.
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The staff were extremely pleasant and helpful, the food very good and reasonably priced. The accomodation was very clean and comfortable; always had a nap in the afternoon, just what we needed! Will definitely be going back in the future, wonderful stay.
madelineNov 14, 2018Harlow, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
top quality food and service
PaulNov 12, 2018Gosport, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The excellent food
Other Comments
Room and bathroom where a very good size.
RandolphNov 12, 2018Worcester Park, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Welcoming and very dog Friendly
Other Comments
Think their cover photo doesn’t do the hotel justice. Maybe a photo of the barn restaurant would be more enticing.
CynthiaNov 11, 2018Tring, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely location/building/room. Good to have 2 easy chairs. Excellent bathroom & shower
Other Comments
Room a bit dark-needs a central light to make reading easier. Staff need to mention later breakfast at weekends. Bit embarrassing arriving too early but we needed to make an early start home
VincentNov 11, 2018Southampton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
LOCATION
Other Comments
NICE STAFF GOOD PARKING
JudithNov 11, 2018Loughborough, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable room in the Courtyard. The blanket, bowl and biscuits supplied for our dog was a nice touch and appreciated. Meals were excellent which we enjoyed in Eve's Bar where our labrador was welcome to join us. Beautiful setting with lovely walks through fields and along Oulton Broad.
Other Comments
The staff at Ivy House were wonderful, nothing was too much trouble. Very friendly and accommodating.
JuliaNov 09, 2018Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful gardens, peaceful situation, spacious room and good food
Other Comments
Lovely walk to Oulton Broad from hotel grounds.
JuliaNov 07, 2018Norwich, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The total experience was 100% nut Lowerstoft town centre is not worth a visit at all. We turned round and went to Alburough who's is lovely
TerenceNov 07, 2018Dunstable, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The large ,private room with separate bath and shower in adjoining large bathroom.
Other Comments
Nice to have a full choice of bar menu and restaurant menu in the more elegant restaurant.
GeorgeNov 04, 2018Lincoln, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food
Other Comments
Staff were great, grounds were lovely, ultra dog friendly - would definitely return
AmandaNov 04, 2018London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Room was comfortable, spacious and clean. Restaurant very attractive and food very good. Staff in reception good and friendly. Breakfast very tasty and staff helpful.
Other Comments
Dinner service very slow even though restaurant very quiet. Young staff were friendly but need training and need to be present in the dining room to assist guests not hiding out the back.
HelenNov 04, 2018Kings Langley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The setting and food was lovely.
DawnNov 04, 2018Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
We were given a wonderful room, suitable for a disabled person. There was a complete sense of freedom and informality. Very comfortable ambience in the bar and the restaurant with dogs allowed.Excellent variety of food was served in the evenings except that there were no salads on offer.
Other Comments
Excellent breakfasts with a fine variety of cooked meals on offer, (with particularly fine kippers!). There could have been a choice of sliced meats and cheese, though. The staff were all totally friendly and seemingly happy in their work. A lovely holiday, hugely enjoyed.
HarveyNov 03, 2018Saint Albans, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food and staff wonderful
Other Comments
Lovely large rooms set in fantastic grounds
LindaNov 03, 2018Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food was very good, staff very friendly and a great location
sheilaJun 29, 2018March, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Excellent, large, well equipped room. Excellent breakfast and we found the bar and restaurant meals top quality and (rare these days) good value for money.
PatriciaNov 02, 2018Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The Elizabethan restaurant setting
Other Comments
Really outstanding meals, especially breakfast and the fish dishes.
BarryNov 02, 2018Bracknell, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Dog friendly. Good menu choices reflected in the standard of food. Comfortable room
NeilNov 02, 2018High WycombeHigh Wycombe, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very helpful staff
royOct 31, 2018brentwood, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The excellent location and environment plus the friendliness go the staff
Other Comments
Look forward to our next visit
KeithOct 31, 2018Rayleigh, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Good atmosphere good food
JohnOct 30, 2018IngatestoneStock, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Room was lovely. staff very friendly and helpful. Food very good
Other Comments
Would be better to put bigger cups in the rooms
DeborahOct 30, 2018Billericay, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
location and food
sandraOct 29, 2018Rayleigh, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The nice relaxed atmosphere and the food,
Other Comments
The room was very nice and very clean. The staff were nice and friendly and the setting was great.
We would defiantly go back but probably in the Summer this time
PaulOct 29, 2018Hastings, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The staff were very helpful and friendly and the whole experience was relaxing and exactly what we wanted.
Other Comments
We ate in the bar twice and the food was very high standards, tasty and good generous portion sizes. We were very well looked after.
LisaOct 29, 2018London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff
Other Comments
Unfortunately there was a problem wirh black ladybirds infesting the room.
SandraOct 28, 2018Rochester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Grounds and area
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Beautiful food, professional staff, dog friendly
RebeccaOct 28, 2018Newmarket, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food is excellent.
PaulineOct 27, 2018Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The peace and quiet of the area which is next to Oulton Broad.
RogerOct 22, 2018Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Setting, staff
Other Comments
We had problem with our room which was rectified by the manager .
LucyOct 22, 2018LoughtoN essex, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
very comfortable room good food helpful staff lots of space for walking dogs
Other Comments
my dog ended up in muddy pond and then covered me in mud-staff took my clothes washed and dried them within a couple of hours
MichaelOct 22, 2018Hadleigh, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Everything
Other Comments
Just brilliant, a perfect retreat to totally chill out.
HarryOct 20, 2018Bexleyheath, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Accommodation and staff friendly
Other Comments
Excellent rooms and location is a good base, breakfast was very good.
ColinOct 18, 2018Broxbourne, United Kingdom
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All staff very friendly and helpful.
peterOct 18, 2018Harpenden, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Room was lovely, as was the whole building. Location and surrounding area was excellent.
Other Comments
Staff was very good, but would say young waitresses could have been a bit better trained.
JeanOct 18, 2018Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location, Friendly Staff, Excellent Food
Other Comments
Exceeded our expectations
CliffOct 17, 2018Benfleet, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Excellent food
SusanOct 17, 2018Castle Camps, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Quietness,can go for walks without using the car , good food , nice rooms
NicolaOct 17, 2018New Milton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food and service, spacious room, good location for walking.
Other Comments
Staff very frendly and helpful.
PhilipOct 13, 2018Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location and food
Other Comments
The staff, location and food were all very good. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The only slight problem was that on two of our three nights there the service in the restaurant was very slow, far too long between courses. Perhaps we were unlucky.
ChristineOct 12, 2018Orpington, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food was excellent. Staff were very friendly.
Other Comments
The only complaint......no decent sherry ie. Harvey’s or Croft.. Ran out of Zinfadel Rose Wine although on the wine list .
RachelOct 12, 2018Peterborough, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Enjoyed the room (NO 6) but noticed it was the smallest. Would have liked to see the others to compare but anyway quite novel sleeping in a stable!
Other Comments
Fan noise from the bathroom very noisy,so not a relaxing bath time,bathroom huge though. Outside was not lit so made it dangerous (unseen steps) to return to the room after the evening meal. Reported to reception. Food excellent,good variety and very well presented,nice friendly staff.
RonaldOct 12, 2018Harlow, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location and food
Other Comments
Excellent staff , exceptionally slow service in restaurant
BarbaraOct 11, 2018Peterborough, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very relaxing atmosphere and good food
NORMANOct 11, 2018Braintree, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
interesting buildings and excellent food
Other Comments
the portions in the "sunday lunch" and breakfast were enormous. a 3 course sunday meal was only £15.99 - extraordinary value, and it was good food.
DavidOct 10, 2018Cambridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Hospitality we enjoyed everything really
Other Comments
It is a place where we will go again everything was fantastic to be highly recommended, excellent value for money.
BenOct 10, 2018Cambridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
A god atmosphere and a great place to escape the rat race..
Other Comments
The food was excellent
ARTHUROct 10, 2018Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Rooms spacious but bathroom rather tired. Food very good in restaurant but service painfully slow. Staff very pleasant.
CliffOct 06, 2018Rochford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Large bedroom
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff
Food excellent
Other Comments
Thoroughly recommend! and would like to come back if deal offered again.
Mr JamesOct 04, 2018Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Friendly atmosphere
JoseSep 24, 2018Bexleyheath, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food and friendly atmosphere.
Other Comments
Would like to go back in the spring if an offer is available
KeithSep 20, 2018Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Everything no hassle rooms lovely and spacious all ataff very friendly had a very enjoyable and relaxing break
SoniaSep 17, 2018Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Quiet atmosphere.
Other Comments
Restaurant/bar menu fixed for three nights. Some variety would have been better.
PETERSep 16, 2018Crewe, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Relaxing location with high quality accommodation and dining
RichardSep 13, 2018Olney, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
Breakfast was really great
JohnSep 11, 2018Peterborough, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
Was very busy as the hotel was holding a fun day and children everywhere. Couldn’t get a seat in the bar before dinner but ok afterwards.
LynnAug 29, 2018Matlock, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Proximity to Oulton Broad and Carlton Marsh
NeilAug 22, 2018Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The friendly staff especially the receptionist who took the time to map us out a lovely bike ride of the area, clean rooms and fantastic food.
GrahamAug 20, 2018Stowmarket, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The size of the rooms, really spacious
Other Comments
This is very much a dog friendly hotel
MelanieAug 18, 2018Reading, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed everything about the Ivy Country Hotel. The food served was excellent , well presented and served with a smile.
Our room was large , modern and very comfortable.
The hotel is within walking distance of Oulton Broad which we did one morning.
DavidAug 17, 2018Orpington, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
the location and surrounding.
DEREKJan 27, 2018YORK, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Lovely hotel. Lovely food
ChristineJan 26, 2018Runcorn, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The peaceful setting, and the large well appointed rooms. The dining room is a lovely place for a meal. The place is dog friendly, which is not always to my pleasure, but any dogs were kept under control, and out of Public rooms.
Other Comments
The folks running the place were very friendly and helpful. the rooms beautifully clean, welcoming. The breakfast staff especially good, and the room cleaners very efficient. Had a little glitch on our first night in the restaurant with some confusion over menus, but this was swiftly put right, and well compensated for.
JeffAug 16, 2018Burton-upon-Trent, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The setting for the hotel.
SteveAug 16, 2018Spalding Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Staff very helpful and pleasant. In a lovely location with some nice walks.
JosephineAug 14, 2018Warlingham, Surrey, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely breakfasts, plenty of choice and well cooked.
Other Comments
Don't be strong armed into booking a table in the restaurant for dinner. The menu is limited and pricey. Ask for a table in the bar as the menu is more extensive and much better value. Wish I had known before we visited!
CatherineAug 11, 2018Morden, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Peaceful place to visit, the whole place is delightfully laid out offering plenty of room for our stay, great food served for evening meal/ breakfast.
Other Comments
Two small things, they need to provide proper sized cups in the rooms and at breakfast as they only provided mini sized cups, the gardens need tidying up around the courtyard rooms and buildings as overgrown in places with brambles etc etc..
MikeAug 08, 2018Slough, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The peace and quiet as you could unwind and relax.
Other Comments
The food in the restaurant was not that good.
monaAug 05, 2018Wickford, Essex, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The whole package is lovely from the time you arrive to the time you leave, the rooms are large, clean and have everything you need.
The staff are so helpful and friendly, nothing negative to say really.
DianeAug 04, 2018Ipswich, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The location suited us, the room allocated was excellent and the breakfast and evening meals were to a high standard. The staff and service were great nothing was too much trouble, which made for a very enjoyable three days break. We would definitely return.
DerekAug 04, 2018Iver, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Easy to find, plenty of parking,pleasant grounds around the hotel. Helpful staff, pleasant and clean bar and restaurant.
DorothyAug 02, 2018Bewdley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Difficult to say as everything was good.
Other Comments
It would have been nice to have air conditioning
VelmaAug 01, 2018London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
All aspects of stay.
AmandaJul 28, 2018Colchester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Our room was very comfortable and was more like a suite
Other Comments
Our room was very comfortable and was more like a suite.
LynnJul 25, 2018Dartford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Easy access from London, great surroundings, value for money
KimJul 24, 2018London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely grounds and relaxed atmosphere, comfortable rooms, great location beside Oulton broad, quiet at night, good housekeeping and reception, friendly staff, dogs welcome.
Other Comments
Food and restaurant/bar service are generally very good, but not quite as excellent as when we stayed at Ivy House 9 months earlier.
BrentJul 24, 2018London, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Stay marred only by occasional waft of poor drainage
JacquelineJul 15, 2018Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The whole experience was great but the food was wonderful
Other Comments
Could have done with a fan in the room, very warm.
JoyceJul 13, 2018Colchester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The location and ambience of the hotel and grounds
PhilJul 12, 2018Northampton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The location is good, grounds very nice and restaurant area very pleasant.
Other Comments
there was a smell of sewerage outside courtyard bedrooms.
WendyJul 06, 2018Epping, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The staff were friendly and welcoming though we had to wait a good 10 minutes to be served at the check-in desk on arrival.
Other Comments
We booked a meal in the dining room on the first night. My wife had duck , which she enjoyed. I ordered a ‘ medium- cooked’ sirloin. At £21 , I was looking forward to something special but it turned out to be very disappointing. I ate as much as I could but it was as tough as leather and very sinewy. The onion rings were undercooked - the onions left with a hard outer casing. The chips were brilliant!
JohnJun 29, 2018Grantham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Room with comfortable bed and hotel in great location.
Other Comments
Whilst the staff were very friendly and helpful there was not enough of them as they were 'worked off their feet' and service was therefore slow. The food menu choice for Mains in the Crooked Barn was very poor and not well thought out. Whilst the gardens were vast they were in need of some TLC as flower borders were very overgrown and the general upkeep of the outside areas was below par.
LindaJun 27, 2018Corpusty, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very relaxing atmosphere with beautiful grounds. All staff very friendly and room spacious and containing everything required.
RaymondJun 23, 2018London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The peace and quiet. Friendly staff. Rooms spotlessly clean. Location. Bakewell tart!!!!!
ElizabethJun 22, 2018Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Staff very helpful, room spacious and comfortable.
Other Comments
Access road bumpy, grass could do with cutting, paving and ponds cleaning
MikeJun 22, 2018Newark, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Great food in lovely surroundings.
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The grounds are very lovely.
AngelaJun 21, 2018Bushey, Herts., United Kingdom
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A. Very good hotel with friendly staff.
JanetJun 20, 2018Berkhamsted, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The location and the grounds
paulJun 18, 2018Bedford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The very helpful and polite staff, the food was excellent, so thank you chef!!!
Other Comments
The Ivy house was a very nice hotel, set in large grounds. Southwold was a lovely beach and area to visit.
KathleenJun 17, 2018Bicester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
the gardens and lovely walks
Other Comments
green pea shoots on the fried breakfast . Where did this come from , surely not from any known recipe
DougJun 16, 2018Rochford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The peace and quiet and the walks available in the countryside area
Other Comments
The bar/cafe was very pleasant and the restaurant was very enjoyable
IreneJun 15, 2018King's Lynn, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Large very comfortable rooms in a lovely location. Watching a barn owl hunting in the early morning in the hotel grounds.
Location right on the edge of marshes a haven for birds and wildlife.
Other Comments
Extras like ground coffee and home made biscuits on the hospitality tray were much appreciated.
JuliaJun 14, 2018Bakewell, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Large double bedroom with very large bathroom. Close to dining area - food very good but menu a bit limited.
Other Comments
Situated close to beautiful countryside and the Broads. The poppies at this time of the year were absolutely stunning. We would recommend a visit to How Hill (best at the weekend when the garden is open).
JanetJun 14, 2018Romsey, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Relaxed atmosphere and large grounds
Other Comments
Close to a fabulous nature reserve and the Oulton Broads
MelvinJun 13, 2018Sheffield, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Overall comfort in a relaxed atmosphere
Other Comments
Pleasant courtyard setting but whilst the room was very good it was somewhat let down by the scruffy courtyard. A bit of attention to the courtyard would be most worthwhile.
ColinJun 09, 2018Wallingford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Staff were brilliant and managed to keep the atmosphere relaxed
Other Comments
It was just like living in a Luxurious farm with all the animals
PaulJun 05, 2018Coulsdon, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Table service was a little slow. Not keen on dogs coming to breakfast
JeanJun 03, 2018Stanford-le-Hope, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very peaceful and relaxing. I would like to make a suggestion that they provide comfortable garden seating near both ponds instead of just the picnic benches.
Other Comments
The food was excellent but it remained the same on each of the three days we stayed. The specials board could have had at least one different item each day. This would have added more variety.
DavidJun 02, 2018Hertford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Crooked Barn Restaurant - the meals were delicious and beautifully presented.
RosalindJun 01, 2018Carshalton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Nice big room with good facilities
Other Comments
The food is good but the staff are very slow at dinner, bar a bit pricey! Breakfast very good!
Mrs. GeraldineMay 26, 2018Didcot, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location and chocolate biscuits in room unfortunately on the third day they were half the size!
Other Comments
Beautiful dining room food expensive for the Quality.
JenniferMay 25, 2018Winchester, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The setting was lovely by the Broads National park. Room was of good size and bathroom large and well appointed. The food and coffee were excellent.
WiliamMay 23, 2018Ipswich, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The new bar and hotel location
DeniseMay 15, 2018Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
the food was awsome
Other Comments
the staff were really friendly and helpful
rikkiMay 15, 2018Rochford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The dinner and breakfast werr excellent quality.
Very peaceful setting with nice garden views. O
SoodabehMay 13, 2018LondonLondon, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Didn't eat in the restaurant for evening meal .... felt there was little choice.
PatriciaApr 29, 2018Mansfield, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
WONDERFUL SETTING; EXCELLENT FACILITIES; VERY COMFORTABLE, WELL-APPOINTED BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS; FRIENDLY STAFF----PERFECT PLACE FOR A "GET AWAY FROM IT ALL" BREAK!
Other Comments
Perhaps some thought could be given to extending the dinner menu, with regard to the number of main courses. Some members of staff could benefit from a little more training so that they appear more assured when dealing with guests face to face--this is not a huge issue, however.
Apr 28, 2018Ealing, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The staff and the ambiance.
Other Comments
A wonderful location away from the hustle and bustle of life
daveApr 28, 2018Leigh on Sea, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location. Relaxed atmosphere
Other Comments
Waiting time for meals too long
BrendaApr 27, 2018Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast, and location
Other Comments
The bed wasn't the comfiest iv'e slept in.
KATHLEENApr 20, 2018NORWICH, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Spacious room and well appointed. (Farmhouse)
Other Comments
Location in beautiful surroundings.
RichardApr 20, 2018Nottingham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
the country walks
MargaretApr 16, 2018WisbechCambs, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food, the location and the fact that it was dog friendly.
Other Comments
Could be improved by having a quiet lounge area with easy chairs and low tables within easy reach of the bar.( unless we did not find it?) Otherwise excellent.
JohnApr 14, 2018Melton Constable, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The setting is excellent
Other Comments
The Staff training is very poor, the food and accommodation is OK, sadly Lowestoft/Oulton Broad have very little to recommend them.
GeoffreyApr 13, 2018Fakenham, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Cups too small otherwise very good
LizApr 06, 2018Burgess Hill, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Accommodation excellent and lovely peace and quiet.
Apr 02, 2018Lincoln, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
breakfast very good and reasonable bar prices
charlesFeb 07, 2018Frinton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The room and bathroom were large and very comfortable
Other Comments
Conservatory is bright and an ideal place for a drink and relax
BradleyFeb 07, 2018Borehamwood, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food and being dog friendly was great
Other Comments
Very comfortable and clean rooms
JaneFeb 03, 2018Cambridge, United Kingdom
Other Comments
Good for watching birds and for walking
AnthonyJan 31, 2018Arlesey, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel in a beautiful setting.
Other Comments
I was originally booked into an executive room, on arrival in the room the smell of raw sewage was overwhelming I went back to reception to complain and ask for another room. The receptionist had to speak to her supervisor, we then waited for about 20 minutes in our friends room before receiving a phone call to advise us of room change. Upon returning to reception we were moved to another room which was the honeymoon suite.
We were disappointed not to receive any apology from any of the management at the hotel especially as it was my wife’s birthday and to begin with it looked like there wasn’t any other rooms available,that is probably because you never see any management only staff members who do a magnificent job.
We did enquire about a free drink as a way of apology but was told we had been upgraded at no extra and that was it.
AndrewApr 01, 2018Sandy, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Rooms
LisaMar 31, 2018Reading, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
location, room ,staff
neilMar 20, 2018Matlock, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food was outstanding.
Other Comments
The staff were very friendly. The room was very comfortable with very comfy beds. Fabulous breakfast both days. Good location. The only issue was the approach to the hotel, the driveway needs a bit of repairing.
ChristineMar 15, 2018Huntingdon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Accommodation,service,food very good.
Other Comments
I will definitely be back. The nicest hotel in The area. Excellent facilities and great food and service.Thank you to all the staff.
JacquelineMar 13, 2018lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Relaxing break. Good food, high room standard. Very helpful staff
SheridanMar 12, 2018Ipswich, United Kingdom
Other Comments
The spacious room & the restaurant meal (dinner)
amandaFeb 26, 2018Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The lovely old beamed buildings and the beautiful walks near by
GrahamFeb 26, 2018Stowmarket, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very high quality food. All staff went out of their way to offer perfect service. Excellent value break.
MikeFeb 22, 2018Melksham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Spacious room, nice grounds
Friendly staff
HowardFeb 22, 2018Brandon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The friendliness of the staff. The bar and waiting staff were all very friendly and helpful.
Other Comments
I have allergies to dairy and eggs. The staff at the hotel couldn’t have been more helpful or accommodating in providing great choices of food. In fact, they told me to ink anything off the menu, and they would adapt it for me. Great service.
JoFeb 22, 2018Chigwell, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food and restaurant area
Other Comments
It was raining so we couldn’t go around the grounds, but next time we will. Lovely location
GeoffreyFeb 21, 2018Ely, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The helpfulness of the staff
Other Comments
I said I wouldn't go back to the hotel. That's not because of the hotel at all, I just wasn't keen on the area
AnthonyFeb 20, 2018Birmingham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
All the staff were very nice and helpful.
Other Comments
Breakfast was cold and over cook first day. Room was not clean very well and could do with a make over. Not impressed with window being cleaned why eating breakfast. As spoiled garden view.
TimFeb 20, 2018Sittingbourne, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable, clean room. Lovely walk-in shower. Food was very well presented and very tasty. Breakfast was again nicely presented and cooked to perfection.
HelenFeb 19, 2018TonbridgeTonbridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Quiet setting. Delicious food. Attentive staff
ValerieFeb 09, 2018Woodbridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location, comfort, excellent food, lovely efficient and friendly staff and completely relaxing. Fabulous buildings with great views.
Other Comments
This is a gem of a find! So close to wonderful nature, seaside and Norfolk Broads. Very unhurried, “away from it all” atmosphere! Highly recommend! Looking forward to coming back!
DavidFeb 08, 2018Nottingham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very friendly as well as being highly efficient. Food was exceptional!
Other Comments
The only downside was the approach road which could put some people off. In the summer I'm sure it would be OK.
SueJan 26, 2018Newmarket, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Size and comfort of bedrooms as well as tasty breakfast served in beautiful surroundings.
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