Weavers Cottage A Carbon Neutral Home.

Glemsford, Suffolk

Located in Glemsford, Suffolk in the East of England, Weavers Cottage is an end-of-terraced house recently renovated to offer comfortable accommodation for two guests. Originally built in the 1850s by the local silk mills, the cottage features a double bedroom upstairs, a spacious lounge/living room, kitchen, and bathroom downstairs. The owners, who have lived in the cottage since 1983, now mainly reside in a separate annex with private bedrooms, while sharing the large garden with guests.

The village of Glemsford offers various amenities such as pubs, a social club, restaurants, supermarkets, and a farm shop. Guests can explore the surrounding villages of Cavendish, Pentlow, Hartest, and Long Melford, each with excellent pubs and attractions like stately homes. The area is ideal for cycling and seasonal cruises on the Stour River from Sudbury to the Henny Swan. Glemsford is conveniently located near Cambridge, Ipswich, Colchester, and Bury St Edmunds, and is easily accessible by train or bus from Sudbury.

Weavers Cottage is equipped with modern amenities including unlimited Wi-Fi, a digital TV, Bluetooth speakers, induction hob, oven, refrigerator, washing machine, and a bathroom with a bath/shower and bidet toilet seat. The property is eco-friendly, with energy conservation features like solar panels, an air source heat pump, and a glass-fronted wood stove for additional heating. Guests are advised against using candles or incense, and the property has exterior security cameras and parking for one medium-sized car.

The cottage has been recognized as the 60th superhome in the UK, meeting carbon reduction targets and ensuring a carbon-neutral property. With a strict no pets policy due to hosting guests with allergies, Weavers Cottage offers a peaceful retreat in the Suffolk countryside, close to attractions like Great Cornard Country Park, Dedham Vale, and Lavenham Falconry. Whether exploring nearby villages, enjoying the garden views, or relaxing in the summerhouse, guests can experience a comfortable and eco-friendly stay at Weavers Cottage.

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