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A collection of idyllic properties spread across 8,000 acres of private Suffolk countryside.
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Wilderness is a unique luxury collection of manors, farmhouses and country cottages in Suffolk to rent. Set within a 8000 acre private country estate two hours from London, we are just a short drive from the heritage coast towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh. With its woodland rides, serpentine lakes and rolling parkland, Wilderness is the culmination of more than 20 years’ work to restore this most

English of landscapes to its pristine state so that nature flourishes. Our selection of beautiful holiday homes, all available to rent on an exclusive-use basis, are the ultimate choice for short breaks with the family, anniversaries and celebrations.

30/06/2024

Our vibrant and cosy fairytale tin shack Tabernacle, situated in a remote corner of Chapel Estate, is one of our stunning Lost one-bedroom cottages ✨

Connected by a Burma rope bridge, walk over to Tabernacle’s private island and enjoy the surrounding parkland views from its own sunken hot tub 🧖‍♀️

Explore Tabernacle and our other Lost cottages by clicking the link in bio 💖

28/06/2024

Our unique collection of properties and stunning event venues located across our rural estates, make the perfect location for special occasions, from birthdays, anniversaries and family gatherings to religious celebrations and larger parties 🎊

Allow our dedicated and experienced team to create the ultimate occasion with party planning and organising all the finer details with entertainment, activities, décor and dining options, including our Fire Feast Woodland Dining experience, all of which create special memories 🥂

Get in touch today to speak to a member of our team to plan your next special occasion and getaway: [email protected]

To explore our venues and stunning accommodation, click the link in bio 🌳

23/06/2024

Tucked away on Chapel Lake, discover Hovel one of our one-bedroom Lost cottages 🐑

Hovel’s cosy design and remote location, complete with private sunken hot tub, open fireplace and luxurious interiors create a perfect getaway for couples looking to disconnect from the outside world, amongst beautiful countryside surroundings 🌳

Explore Hovel and our other Lost cottages by clicking the link in bio 🏡

20/06/2024

Admire far reaching and impressive views of our stunning and rural parkland from Moat Cottage, our hidden hilltop which has been lovingly restored from an original Tudor property 🐑🌳

Explore more by clicking the link in bio 🏠

16/06/2024

Recent captures taken by our Estate Ecologist Harry of the wonderful and unusual wildlife found around our thousands of acres of parkland, lakes, meadows, and woodland 🐝 🌹

To read more about ecology and nature at Wilderness Reserve, click the link in bio 🌳

14/06/2024

Secluded, hidden amongst trees, and surrounded by rolling parkland, Newt Cottage our new three-bedroom lake house lodge, complete with private hot tub, sauna & steam rooms, beautifully finished interiors and outdoor covered kitchen and dining area, makes the perfect countryside staycation for small groups of families and friends 🌳🐑

Explore Newt Cottage and our other new cottages by clicking the link in bio 🌟

09/06/2024

With old timbre beam ceilings and rustic interiors, Barn our four- bedroom 17th century Suffolk long barn is one of our more traditional properties 🏡

We have lovingly restored a few of Barn’s features including a floor to ceiling light filled conservatory which spills out onto the garden and with stunning views over the Sibton Estate and parkland 🐑🌳

For smaller groups of families and friends looking for an idyllic countryside escape, Barn is the perfect getaway ✨

06/06/2024

With Summer wedding season in full swing, we look back at previous highlights of stunning weddings hosted across our two estates 💒

(Check out our new estate Blyth Barn to be released April 2025) 🥂✨

For more information on Wilderness Reserve weddings and to explore accommodation and venue options, see link in bio to download a brochure or contact: [email protected]

04/06/2024

Our surrounding meadows are in full bloom and home to many species of wildflower, plants and small creatures 🐝 🌸🌼

To learn more about the landscape and wildlife at Wilderness Reserve, click the link in bio 🌳

02/06/2024

Take a peek inside Stump, our chocolate box like cottage hidden within rural parklands and sat upon a private swimming lake 🩷🥂

Its quirky and cosy interiors, secluded location and private hot tub, sauna and steam room make the perfect romantic hideaway 🏡

Explore Stump and our other Lost one-bedroom boltholes by clicking the link in bio ✨

29/05/2024

A corporate retreat like no other. Our vast range of unique activities and dining experiences alongside stunning cottages, farmhouses, barns, manors and incredible venues are the perfect setting to host memorable team away days, product launches, conferencing events, gala dinners and influencer trips. All 2 hours from London in this remote corner of England 🌳🥂

Allow our team of experienced event planners to organise all the details, from team building exercises and wellness activities to Fire Feast woodland dining and entrainment 🔥 ✨

For those who have an action-packed itinerary planned, our fleet of all-electric vehicles are on hand to help transport guests and colleagues getting them from A to B 🚗

For more information on corporate retreats and team away days, see link in bio or email [email protected]

27/05/2024

Pretty in pink, our traditional Suffolk Farmhouse is one of our most iconic properties thanks to its pargetted wall detailing, low old beam ceilings and inglenook fireplace 🩷

Set amongst a meadow of wildflowers, it’s a stunning location to enjoy countryside fun with loved ones 🌷🌸🌼

Explore Farmhouse by clicking the link in bio 🐑

16/05/2024

Surrounded by thousands of acres of rural parkland, lakes and woodland, there is no better location than Wilderness Reserve to unwind and relax 🌳

From wild swimming and outdoor yoga to wonderful spa treatments to extraordinary food provided in either your cottage or farmhouse, or at our signature fire feast there is a wide variety to indulge in 🏊 🧖‍♀️

To explore our spa and wellness treatments and experiences, see our experience brochure by clicking the link in bio ✨

12/05/2024

Our picture-perfect 1840’s Garden Cottage was once home to the former Head Gardener. It’s built into the wall of the estate’s original flower and vegetable garden and has been beautifully restored with some additional quirky features of our own 🏡🌼

With three stunning bedrooms and 6 bed-bunk room ideal for kids, cosy living area with open fireplace, kitchen and outdoor dining area, it’s a firm family favourite 🌳

To explore Garden Cottage, see link in bio 🏡

10/05/2024

This glorious and sunny English weather has got us excited for all things Al-Fresco dining 🌞🌭

Each property is equipped with a BBQ for guests to enjoy at their own leisure, or allow our team of chefs to do the work for you as they cook up a delicious seasonal feast 🥩🥗

To explore our dining options, including private chefs and Big Green Egg, see link in bio to our Experiences Brochure 🌳

09/05/2024

Our small collection of remote cottages, barns and farmhouses set amongst the rolling Suffolk landscape have some unusual interiors… 🏡 🌳

03/05/2024

A landscape full of hope, over the past 30 years we have attempted to restore these thousands of acres into a natural habitat for wildlife, together with 27 cottages and houses for humans 🌳 🐝

Here is a section of photos that are ecologists have taken over the past few weeks 🦌

To learn more about nature and wildlife found at Wilderness Reserve, see link in bio 🌱

02/05/2024

Planning a family break in the stunning Suffolk countryside? Our unique cottages, barn, farmhouses and manors, some with heated pools, hot tub, spa facilities, games and cinema rooms are the perfect getaway 🌳 🏊‍♀️

We have a vast selection of ranger activities and spa treatments & facilities as well as delicious food prepared and cooked by our estate chefs, or indulge in our fire feast woodland dining experience– all only 2hours from London 👩‍🍳

For more information on Family Holidays at Wilderness Reserve and to explore our collection of houses, see link in bio 🌳 🏡

23/04/2024

With our 2024 Spring and Summer weddings fast approaching, we couldn’t help but share some of our favourite wedding breakfast tablescapes located in various stunning and unique locations around our Sibton and Chapel Estates 💐🌸

For more information on weddings at Wilderness Reserve, see link in bio or contact Tom: [email protected] 💒

20/04/2024

Choose from our range of hampers, delivered directly to your property by one of our Hosts. Whether you fancy cheese and charcuterie snuggled up by the fire, a champagne filled afternoon tea sat by a private lake or, gin & tonics and a BBQ in the garden with friends; we have something for everyone to enjoy at their own leisure 🧺🥂🍓

15/04/2024

Lambing season is in full swing around our parklands 🐑

Here are some of our favourite pictures from over the weekend 🌳 🤍

14/04/2024

The ultimate and unique Al-Fresco dining experience… our Fire Feast woodland dining is like no other 🔥

Dine amongst the trees in cosy tipis indulging in a delicious banquet, cooked on open flames and hot coals by our team of chefs, all accompanied with fine wines and whisky 🥃

Elevate your experience by incorporating fire breathers, dancers and live music to create a truly magical occasion deep all hosted within a secluded woodland 🌳

For more information on The Fire Feast and other dining experiences, check out our brochure by clicking the link in bio ✨

11/04/2024

Nestled amongst rural parkland, meadows, lakes and woodland, find our collection of remote and stunning barns, cottages and manor houses 🌳 🌸

Surrounded by the stunning Suffolk rolling landscape ensures complete privacy, ideal for those looking for a rural countryside retreat, close to the seaside and only 2 hours from London 🏖️

To explore our two estates and properties, see link in bio 🐑

09/04/2024

For celebrations both big and small, our rural canvas made up of rolling parkland, lakes, woodlands, unique venues and remote cottages, barns and farmhouses, makes the perfect location to host celebrations and parties 🎊 🥂

Allow our team to plan your special occasion, complete with unique dining experiences, activities, spa treatments, bespoke details and party entertainment 🌟

If you’re looking to book or plan a special celebration, contact us today to find out more about our beautiful accommodation and venues all only 2 hours from London 🌳

See link in bio for more information or email [email protected]

03/04/2024

Home to an extraordinary array of 29 butterfly species (there are a total of 59 in the UK), the warmth of spring beckons these beautiful creatures out of their winter torpor, onto our rolling parklands, meadows and woodland rides 🦋🌼

📸 Butterfly species: Peacock, Painted Lady, Orange Tip, Small White and Green-Veined White.

To explore more of our wildlife, see link in bio 🐛

28/03/2024

Explore the Suffolk heritage coastline and beautiful beaches just 7 miles from Wilderness Reserve in the comfort of an all-electric BMW iX or i4, complimentary with each stay for guests to use at their own leisure.

Learn more information about our partnership with BMW and complimentary vehicles by clicking the link in bio.

26/03/2024

Colourful and fun chic floral installations meet chic yet traditional set-ups, we’re in awe of this Sibton Park summer wedding 💒 🌺

With a range of stunning houses and unique venues for both ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and parties, our remote canvas can be easily designed to your dream wedding day and celebrations 🥂🩷

For more information on Wilderness Reserve weddings, see link in bio or email [email protected]

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22/03/2024

INTRODUCING POACHERS 🏡

A two-bedroom spa cottage with sauna, steam room and hot tub sat upon a natural swimming lake.

Inspired by traditional Suffolk architecture, its oak timbre frame and thatched roof cottage creates the ultimate quintessential remote bolthole 🌳

In the warmer months, enjoy its chic outdoor terrace and dining area with Big Green Egg BBQ and fire place, perfect for Al-Fresco dinners cooked by one of our private chefs.

For more information on Poachers, or to view our other new lakeside cottages email [email protected] or click the link in bio 🐑

14/03/2024

We are lucky enough to have found a pair of perfect pargetters! Who, using a traditional but endangered Suffolk craft have created wild, wacky and a few normal designs 🐰🦎

To explore our collection of properties, see link in bio 🌳

Address

Yoxford Road, Sibton
Saxmundham
IP172LZ

Website

http://www.wildernessreserve.com/

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Meet @ivanjd One half of @eatnative Featured in the Michelin Guide 2021, and part mastermind of the burgeoning restaurant “Native” at @brownsfashion (39 Brook St, London.) Native are purveyors of seasonal & sustainable British cooking. Both @ivanjd and @imogendavis will be exhibiting their skills for a unique Sunday lunch at the our Chapel Jetty on Sunday for our YOXMAN fine dining event. To book your weekend of Michelin * dining visit the link in bio. Rooms for the weekend start from £2,600 which includes all YOMAN dining, entertainment and fine wine In proud partnership with @thebalvenie @williamgrantuk @champagnelaurentperrier @bmwuk @belvederevodka #wildernessreserve #yoxman #michelindining

Introducing YOXMAN: a 3 day Michelin * dining celebration at Wilderness Reserve, Suffolk. Featuring renowned chefs @santiagolas @chef_lisa_allen @satbains1 Expect a weekend of culinary delights and entertainment at this 8,000 acre estate of rural Suffolk with beautifully appointed cottages, farmhouses, barns and manors. Spa and wellness courtesy of @111skin and @bamford and of course Suffolk’s renowned big skies. Dates: July 8-11th. Location: Wilderness Reserve, Suffolk. (2 hours from London) Unite friends and family and come to visit one of the most remote areas in the UK and experience the wonders of these three Michelin star chefs for a long weekend. Bookings are now open. Head over to wildernessreserve.com/yoxman to see accommodation options. Proudly sponsored by @thebalvenie & @champagnelaurentperrier

Introducing our new series of behind the scene films, featuring local legends from Suffolk! Starting off with David Hull, whose family look after all of the livestock on the reserve. David can be spotted most mornings riding around the parkland on his quad bike! 👨‍🌾 #wildernessreserve #locallegends #suffolk

Fire Feast Experience

Our Fire Feasts just got a whole lot more exciting! Take a look at this truly unique dining experience in our magical woodlands ✨ #WildernessReserve

Happy holidays from all of us on the estate xx

We hear you - no electric, bit sceptic? Another firm favourite of our guests is our aptly named Moat Cottage. Featuring, you guessed it, a moat, rowing boats, and outdoor hot tub. #WildernessReserve #HotTubHoliday