How to build the perfect log fire for a wood burning stove Its a question we are often asked do you have a log fire? Indeed we do.. Whether you are staying at Keep Cottage or the Wood Store we have log burning stoves to create a cosy atmosphere. Having…
We all know getting a good night’s sleep is important for us to function as pleasant human beings. On holiday to catch up on your sleep? It could also be said that taking a holiday is a perfect time to catch up on your sleep…Sadly this is not always the…
Many visitors come to the Suffolk Coast for its miles of beaches and interesting countryside villages. A bit of a surprise is that we have more than our fair share of fabulous independent shops too. Whether you’re staying at Keep Cottage for your annual holiday, a short break or a…
A Christmas gift idea that will knock your socks off… Take the pain out of buying the ‘biggie’ Christmas present now… by buying a gift voucher for a weekend stay in luxury at Keep Cottage; light the fires, pour a couple of glasses of red wine and enjoy the tranquillity…
Suffolk has many connections in the world of art, artists from Constable through to Francis Bacon. The light spectacular and we have a wealth of subjects. Every corner you turn in the County you will find excellent work from local artists and those who travel far and wide to work…
There is nothing quite as romantic as being near water or indeed on the water or in the water. So whether you are a seasoned yachts person looking to sharpen your skills or want to try your hand at canoeing or a family trip in an old fashioned rowing boat,…
Knitting on holiday, imagine having time to finish a knitting project you started ages ago, perhaps think about challenging your knitting skills by working on something a little trickier or even take up knitting for the first time. Spending time at the cottage, really does feel as though its possible…
Consider a cycling holiday, where you can stay in luxury at Keep Cottage a self catering holiday home in Orford Suffolk… a perfect UK cycling holiday destination. A cycling holiday in Suffolk is excellent whether you are a seasoned cyclist or simply enjoy seeing the countryside at a different pace. The…
We weren’t sure about Orford before visiting – but can now thoroughly recommend it – and Keep Cottage! Because it was all so different, it felt like a holiday abroad – or maybe the past – but with better creature comforts. Indeed, we especially felt the kitchen and its lovely…
Keep Cottage our luxury holiday cottage is perfectly positioned just a five minute stroll to Orford Quay where you can visit the Orford Ness Nature Reserve, so remember to bring your binoculars and sturdy footwear as we have a number of special places to visit and great sights to see…
