A farm, four centuries
in the making
The core of the farmhouse dates to the 17th century — though over 400 years it has evolved and expanded into the beautiful property you see today. The original house now forms just one part of a much larger collection of buildings.
The farm comprises six principal buildings: the farmhouse itself, listed for its striking Dutch gable ends, the grand Tithe Barn, the East and West Cowsheds, the Cartlodge, and the Granary. Around these sit smaller outbuildings that once served as stables, a tack room, and a workshop.
As you turn off Denmark Hill into the farm, an elegant horseshoe-shaped shingle drive flanked by lime trees welcomes you. In summer, their branches form a soft dappled canopy of green light.
The grounds extend across more than six acres of mixed pasture and woodland, bordered to the north by the River Waveney — the county line of Suffolk — rich with oak, walnut, sycamore, horse chestnut, birch, fir, and fruit trees.
Three distinctive
holiday lets
Each property has been thoughtfully converted from its original agricultural purpose, preserving centuries of character while offering every modern comfort.
Nature on
the doorstep
The area around Elm Vale Farm showcases the rolling valley meadowlands and fens of the Waveney floodplain — all within a stone's throw of Diss. Whether you're a keen naturalist or simply looking for a peaceful walk, the Suffolk Vale offers something memorable.
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The largest valley fen in England. Boardwalks through fen, woodland and heath — rare birds, insects, and marsh helleborine orchids.
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Ancient woodland and wet meadows. Magical in spring — bluebells, wild cherry, dormice and badgers.
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Just one mile from Diss. A wild glimpse of how this landscape may have looked centuries ago.
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Traditional farmed common with ponds and great crested newts. Relaxed, exploratory walks.
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Beautiful heathland landscape with open skies and varied walking routes.
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One of the largest lowland pine forests in the UK — cycling, walking, and forest adventure.
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The National Trust's oldest nature reserve, and England's most famous fen is located in Ely just 1 hour drive away.
Suffolk, Norfolk
& beyond
Ideally located to enjoy the sights in both Suffolk and Norfolk — with both Essex and Cambridgeshire also within easy reach by car or public transport.
Diss is less
than a mile away
Tesco, Morrisons and Aldi are all within easy reach, along with a fine selection of pubs, restaurants and takeaways — most of whom deliver to the farm.
The Cock Inn
Fair Green, Diss. No food — but within walking distance for most and staggering distance back.
Fair Green Fish Bar
Award-winning and highly rated. Click & collect available to beat the queues that often spill out the door!
The Goa
A local favourite for a quality Indian dinner in the centre of Diss.
The Imperial Wok
Reliable, classic anglicised Chinese dishes — a safe bet for an easy night in.
From Meeting
House to
Elm Vale Farm
The farm spans nearly two centuries of recorded history — and centuries more of unnamed lives who worked this land.