Summary
The Great House is sheltered within a stunning 14th-century building in the beautiful medieval village of Lavenham. It has a fascinating history but since 1985 it has become a renowned French restaurant with five luxurious bedrooms offering guests the chance to stay and dine in this unique boutique hotel whilst enjoying a stay in the English countryside.
What makes a stay at The Great House Restaurant and Hotel unique?
The Great House, situated in the heart of the historic village of Lavenham, is one of Britain’s finest boutique hotel with a 3 AA rosettes deep in the atmospheric Suffolk countryside. Lying deep in the rolling Suffolk countryside is The Great House, one of Britain’s finest boutique hotels and holds 3 AA rosettes. Head Chef, Guillaume Dericq, directs one of the top restaurants East Anglia and offers a fine-dining experience to all guests. With seasonal menus and carefully picked flavours, Dericq ensures that all guests will experience a taste bud journey like no other.
What are the rooms and facilities on offer at The Great House Restaurant and Hotel?
The Great House rooms are modern in style whilst they hold tightly on to the warmth and character of the house that glows throughout the stunning medieval building. Fine Egyptian linen coats each bed alongside a deluxe eiderdown and plump continental pillows. Free Wi-Fi connections are available in each room with a complimentary platter of fruit, a decanter of sherry and all the necessary modern technology.
What can guests enjoy when staying in the Lavenham area?
Lavenham is comprised of winding streets, Tudor houses and crooked, half-timbered cottages. Its picturesque feel is completed by the 15th-century Wool Church that proudly sits at the top of an overlooking hill. The village has a selection of art galleries, antique shops and attractions, such as the famous National Trust Guildhall, the magnificent Church and Little Hall Museum.
Where can guests enjoy food and drink?
The Great House restaurant is open for lunch Wednesdays to Sundays from 12 noon till 2.30pm and for dinner Tuesdays to Saturdays from 7.00pm till 9.30pm. The Great House policy is to only serve food of the highest quality. Food that is fresh, in season and as local as possible; all shellfish and fish are from sustainable provenance and the menu alters every day in line with deliveries. The Great House encourages guests to inquire about any dietary requirements as they are more than happy to accommodate them wherever possible.
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Inspirations
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10 Britain's Finest Filming Locations by Adrian Mourby
"Witchfinder General. Anyone who has seen Hammer’s sinister Witchfinder General, a tale of anarchy during the English Civil War will recognise Lavenham’s village green as the place where Matthew Hopkins (Vincent Price) burns his witches. The Great House Hotel and Restaurant is clearly visible behind one innocent “witch” as she is lowered into the flames, although it was made to look a lot scruffier in the 1968 film.
The director of the film Michael Reeves grew up in Suffolk and knew Lavenham well. He died at the tragically early age of 25 in 1969. Today this fifteenth-century building with its imposing eighteenth-century façade offers some of the best accommodation in Suffolk. It also has a superb restaurant for which booking is always essential. The menu is French with local ingredients and the waitstaff entirely French. Bedrooms are elegantly and lightly decorated with espresso machines, wifi, hifi and a complementary decanter of sherry.
You could not find yourself further away from the seventeenth-century world of Hammer’s film (which is 2005 was named the 15th greatest horror film of all time by the magazine Total Film). And thank goodness for that!"
Ten of the Best East Anglian Retreats by Jessica Baldwin
"In medieval times, the Suffolk town of Lavenham was one of the wealthiest towns in Britain, thanks to its lucrative wool trade. Today, the quaint timbre-framed town is home to a wonderful rural bolt hole; The Great House Restaurant and Hotel. The fifteenth century property has just five sought after en-suite bedrooms featuring plasma TVs and WiFi as well as a complimentary decanter of sherry for a warm welcome. Make sure you don’t miss its fantastic restaurant, voted as one of Britain’s top 100 by The Sunday Times."
Ten Historic Hotels in East Anglia by Adrian Mourby
"Lavenham is a small, beautifully preserved medieval town whose export of blue cloth made it one of the wealthiest communities in Tudor Britain. Its white half-timbered guildhall is owned by the National Trust and the Great House nearby is one of the UK’s top restaurants with rooms. There are just five highly individual bedrooms, including one with a Jacobean four-poster bed."
Information on The Great House Restaurant and Hotel , Market Place , Lavenham
| No. of bedrooms: |
Total: 5 Types of room: 1 Standard, 1 Twin/King Double, 1 Attic King Double, 1 Deluxe Four Poster, 1 Deluxe Suite |
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| Room rates guide: |
Single: £99.00-£215.00 Double/Twin: £99.00-£215.00 Suites: £140.00-£215.00 Room only |
| General info: |
Credit Cards Accepted: Amex, Delta, Mastercard, Maestro/Switch, Visa When Closed: January & 2 weeks in the Summer Child Friendly: Children of all ages welcome Dog Friendly: No Romantic Details: four-poster bedroom, historic village Smoking Permitted: No Wheelchair Access: No Accreditation: AA 5 Star Restaurant with Rooms, AA 2 Rosettes |
| Room facilities: |
DVD player, Radio alarm, direct dial telephone, hifi, Wifi internet access, Four-poster beds available, Iron & board, luxury toiletries, Mini-bar, tea & coffee making facilities, fruit basket, mineral water, decanter of sherry |
| General facilities: |
Walled garden, covered and heated patio, Award-winning restaurant, 3 AA rosettes |
| Activities nearby: |
Golf, Tennis, Beauty and holistic therapy treatments, In Suffolk Countryside, Local attractions, Art Galleries, shopping, concerts, Walking |
| Local directions: | Please see our website for directions and Maps. |
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Nearest major city: Nearest major airport: Nearest railway stn: |
LAVENHAM ANGLETERRE London Stansted (55 mins) , London City (1 hour, 30 mins) Sudbury (8 miles) (10 mins) |
Customer Reviews
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Harvey HCustomer stayed Nov 2017
Beautiful restored building ... full of history.
Location: central
Welcome: smiling helpful staff. Attention to details shown in every aspect.
Rooms: well equipped and welcoming.
Restaurant: wide choice of French cuisine, good wines.
'France comes to Suffolk'
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Donna RCustomer stayed Aug 2017
Superb dining experience. I can't believe they haven't yet been awarded a Michelin star! Beautiful room with lots of additional touches. We'll definitely be back.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Lawrence BCustomer stayed Jun 2017
The perfect 'Restaurant with Rooms'! The food is first class and staff faultless in service and charm. I've stayed in 2 different rooms here, Both beautiful... And all housed in a splendid historic building.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Isabelle HCustomer stayed Jun 2017
Beautiful luxurious room - Immaculate! Kind and attentive service and amazing restaurant. All packaged in historic surroundings. A real treat!
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Pat JCustomer stayed Apr 2017
We have stayed at the Great House many times. The rooms are extremely comfortable and of a very high standard, nothing is too much trouble for the staff or management. The dining experience, food, wines, and service all top notch which explains why we keep returning...
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Claudio SCustomer stayed Feb 2017
Fantastic venue, food, service & room. We just love returning to The Great House
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Elizabeth MCustomer stayed Sep 2016
The Great House in Lavenham is a wonderful restaurant with a number of very special comfortable rooms. I highly recommend the well thought-out beautifully presented gourmet food. A holiday to be savoured and not easily forgotten.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Trish LCustomer stayed Sep 2016
The attention to detail is second to none. The room, the food, the staff could not be better.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Sheila CCustomer stayed Aug 2016
Everything about The Great House is superb from the room, bathroom, fittings, little extras. Food is of the highest standard, Dinner 5*! Most of all, the staff is highly professional but also warm, friendly and attentive. One of the best places I have stayed.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by John paul SCustomer stayed Mar 2016
Thank you for making our visit to The Great House a very comfortable and enjoyable experience. Your hospitality has been superb and greatly appreciated. Your staff are very polite and willing to help all the time. Thank you.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Sue HCustomer stayed Sep 2015
Delightful in every way. Superb cuisine. Excellent service. Beautiful building with delightful bedrooms. Very quiet location overlooking market square. Highly recommend.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by David VCustomer stayed Oct 2014
Tremendous food and service. Very comfortable, good facilities. Lovely location
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Chris WCustomer stayed Aug 2014
This is a very comfortable and friendly hotel. We had dined there many times but moved away from the area so decided to return to stay for a couple of nights. The food is excellent both in terms of quality and preparation - among the best I have had.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Boo CCustomer stayed Jul 2014
The house is lovely, food well presented and most enjoyable. The rooms are well and truly delightful with all if not more than most things provided. The bed is huge and comfortable. Staff delightful.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Rob ACustomer stayed Jun 2014
Accommodation is spacious, clean and smartly furnished (olde world). Some rooms contain separate lounge area with TV. There is free Wi-Fi and free parking in the village square, which the hotel overlooks. Restaurant is smartly furnished, service is good with a variety of cuisine (French mainly) to an excellent standard. Staff are very friendly and helpful without being over-attentive.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Liliana ACustomer stayed Jun 2014
We have been coming here since Regis and Martine took over the Great House 29 years ago. They consistently provide imaginative cooking of the highest quality I expect and friendly service in a lovely setting.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Tom CCustomer stayed Apr 2014
1. Excellent cuisine. 2. Wonderfully equipped and unique rooms in a uniquely attractive village with 3. no yellow lines. 4. Comfortable generous beds.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Julie HCustomer stayed Nov 2013
Beautiful accommodation, very comfortable and clean. Mixed old & new furnishings, very tasteful. Restaurant meals and breakfast excellent (as well as service). Staff very helpful and accommodating. Would like to move in!! didn't want to leave!!
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by William CCustomer stayed Oct 2013
Excellent food and service and superb cheese board and wine list, impeccable service. Genuine French cuisine and ambience in a wonderful medieval town. A memorable experience.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Carl RCustomer stayed Sep 2013
Room immaculate, finished to a very high standard. Food fantastic, both breakfast and a la carte. Very good cheese board. Staff very welcoming and very polite and attentive.
Review of The Great House Restaurant and Hotel
Posted by Abbi BCustomer stayed Apr 2013
The attention to detail in both the rooms and food is superb!
One of the nicest and stylish places I have stayed! It was a real pleasure in a wonderful village! The little extras really do make this stay worth to be one of Britain's finest!
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