Originally a 16th Century hunting lodge, the Belstead Brook is now a quality 88 bedroom Country House Hotel close to A12/A14. The centre of Ipswich is only 2 miles away, with shops, bars, and direct train links to London. Guests are within a 20-minute drive of many of rural Suffolk's prettiest villages. The hotel offers FREE wifi access in public areas, FREE parking and has extensive complimentary leisure facilities which include a large indoor pool in a tropical setting, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and a fully equipped gymnasium. Each bedroom comes traditionally decorated with an en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, and a trouser press. The award winning Manor Restaurant offers individually prepared, non-branded menus using fresh seasonal produce where you can enjoy a full English breakfast each morning. Traditional bar snacks are available from the bar, which are also served on the bar patio area and gardens.