
Heron Lodge is a well-presented pine lodge in Badwell Ash, Suffolk. This ground floor property sits beside a peaceful lake and offers two double bedrooms sleeping four guests. The location provides easy access to the Suffolk countryside while maintaining privacy and quiet.
The surrounding area features fishing lakes exclusively for residents and open countryside perfect for walking. Badwell Ash village has a convenience store and gastro pub within easy reach.
Inside you'll find two double bedrooms and a modern shower room with a walk-in multi-jet power shower. The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Heron Lodge is a well-presented pine lodge in Badwell Ash, Suffolk. This ground floor property sits beside a peaceful lake and offers two double bedrooms sleeping four guests. The location provides easy access to the Suffolk countryside while maintaining privacy and quiet.
The surrounding area features fishing lakes exclusively for residents and open countryside perfect for walking. Badwell Ash village has a convenience store and gastro pub within easy reach.
Inside you'll find two double bedrooms and a modern shower room with a walk-in multi-jet power shower. The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. The living space has a Smart TV and Blu Ray player.
Bury St Edmunds sits 11.8 miles away (20 minutes) with its Abbey ruins and St Edmundsbury Cathedral. Newmarket racecourse is 25 miles distant (35 minutes). Norwich lies 35.8 miles away (50 minutes).
Heron Lodge works brilliantly for couples wanting lakeside tranquillity with hot tub relaxation. The enclosed wraparound decking and fishing access make this an excellent countryside escape.
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Updated: 20 Sep 2026, 2:46am
Burgates Old Rectory Cottage is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
42m
(138 feet above sea level)
Burgates Old Rectory Cottage sits in a peaceful Suffolk setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 52.2804472° N | Longitude: 0.9083889° W
Today's sun times for Badwell Ash (Sunday, 20 September 2026):
5:37am
Sunrise
5:02pm
Golden Hour
6:02pm
Sunset
This month in Badwell Ash, you have approximately 12.41 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Burgates Old Rectory Cottage.
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Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Heron Lodge
The lodge sits directly beside a peaceful fishing lake with wildlife watching opportunities throughout your stay.
Relax in your own hot tub on the wraparound decking after days exploring the Suffolk countryside.
Residents get complimentary use of the fishing lakes with equipment available from the on-site tackle shop.
Sleep in comfort in the four poster bed with quality linens and towels included in your booking.
Surrounded by open countryside yet close to village amenities including a gastro pub and convenience store.
Walk-in multi-jet power shower provides a spa-like experience with heated towel rail and contemporary fixtures.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Heron Lodge by car, take the A143 through Bury St Edmunds and follow signs to Badwell Ash. The lodge is located in the village with ample off-road parking available on arrival.
The nearest railway station is Stowmarket, approximately 10 miles away. From there, you'll need to arrange a taxi to Badwell Ash as public transport links are limited in this rural location.
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