Ivy House Country Hotel

(47)
£1,700 - £3,950 for Venue Hire
Up to 220
21 Bedrooms
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Description

Why settle for one style of venue when you can have both? Our charming 18th century thatched barn is perfect for romantic ceremonies and intimate wedding meals. Ivy Hall is an impressive space with stylish decor nestled within trees and gardens and exclusive for your wedding party. The barn is licensed for up to 85 guests for a wedding ceremony and Ivy Hall can seat up to 220 for a wedding ceremony and sit down meal. All our evening parties/receptions beyond 5pm take place in Ivy Hall, not the barn.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Hannah
Thank you for looking at Ivy House Country Hotel. I'm so pleased we caught your eye. I'd love to show you round the venue in person and am available for viewings most evenings and weekends. There's nothing like getting a feel for a venue in person, photos never do us justice (so I'm told). I can't wait to hear from you.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Ivy House Country Hotel

Wedding Venue Type
Barn
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
220
Reception Capacity
250
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
21
Sleeps No. of People
50
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence
Sound System Available
Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Water View
Landscaped Gardens
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Wedding Catering

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence

Pricing for Ivy House Country Hotel

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£1,700
Maximum Price
£3,950
Couples can build their own package with different food and drinks options available. Set up the day before is subject to other bookings. Exclusive hire of Ivy Hall and the Crooked Barn. Guest accommodation is available for a discounted rate of £130 per night B&B - 21 rooms in total (sleeps 50)
What is included in this pricing:
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Furniture included
External caterers not permitted
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Day before set up available

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£14
Maximum Price
£59
We offer a flexible and diverse menu from a sit down 2 or 3 course meal and informal BBQ, to an afternoon tea, carvery or sharing plates. We have no minimum numbers and you can build your package to suit your preferences and budget.
What is included in this pricing:
Cutlery included
Table linen included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Bespoke menu available

Reviews for Ivy House Country Hotel
(47)

Neil and samantha
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
Amazing ❤️

We had the best wedding day we could of ever hoped for at the ivy hotel, the surroundings were so beautiful and all of our guests commented what a perfect venue it really was.

Gemma and Simon
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
The Greatest Day!

Wow. Wow. Wow. The Ivy House Country Hotel hosted our wedding reception in the Ivy Hall on Saturday 10th August and it was nothing other than perfection. It all started a year and a half ago when we booked our date with Hannah Javes. Nothing was too much trouble and she was amazing organising the admin side. Communication was excellent. Then our wedding coordinator on the day Emma and her daughter Caitlin plus the other waitresses and staff were phenomenal setting up and doing everything they could to make sure our day went to plan. It certainly did! The three course sit down meal and bbq was excellent and everyone was so complimentary so thank you to the Chef! The service was so complimentary. Myself and the bridal party got ready in The Rose Suite on the wedding morning and it has the perfect space to get ready in. The organisation of decor was fantastic and I didn’t have to worry about anything whilst I was getting ready. I had Emma’s mobile number and we communicated well. The honeymoon suite was clean, tidy, beautiful and had a lovely view onto the lawn with some decking. On behalf of my husband and I, we would like to say a massive thank you to The Ivy House Country Hotel. From Mr and Mrs Smith (Gemma and Simon) xxx

Emma & Tim
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
Very happy day!

Ivy House provided a beautiful setting for our wedding with plenty of accommodation on site and a dedicated wedding space for our evening party that meant no other guests were nearby. Our dog was allowed to be with us for the ceremony, which was an absolute must for us so we were really pleased the venue could accommodate! We had lovely barbecue food plated to the tables which was tasty but still fairly casual rather than “posh” which was exactly what we wanted as we are fussy eaters and we had a lot of children at the wedding. The children who attended absolutely loved Ivy Hall as they had space to run around, dance and get out some big floor puzzles and stay entertained. It was very family friendly and I was so pleased to see the kids having so much fun. The staff on the day couldn’t have been more helpful - if I asked for something they provided it and they were all really friendly. We had good comments from our guests about the staff at the hotel as well! Getting ready at the venue was also really great; as we had a dedicated dressing room with lots of space for hair and makeup and a curtained area for changing. My 4 year old niece really enjoyed the selection boxes of cereal and the continental breakfast we got on the morning of the wedding! Overall, we had a really happy day and would recommend the venue to other couples.

Karen and Richard
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
Amazing wedding venue.

We had the most wonderful wedding day! The barn, grounds and reception area were beautiful. Our guests were able to spend time outside on the lawn playing games in the sunshine. The photo opportunities around the grounds were great and we have some stunning photos. We chose the BBQ option for out guests as we wanted a more relaxed feel and the food was delicious and there was plenty of it. The wedding co-ordinators Hannah and Angela were very friendly and helpful. They listened to what we wanted our day to feel like and delivered that- thank you! Some of our guests stayed in rooms that night (at great rates) and joined us for breakfast the next day which was a great way to finish off the wedding celebrations. We had so many of our friends saying they had a brilliant day and how great the venue was. I would definitely recommend to others looking for their perfect wedding venue.

Alexandra Sawyer
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
The day we will always remember

From the first time we met Hannah and viewed the venue, we knew it was the one. The whole team have been absolutely incredible from the moment we booked until the day we said I do. Nothing was too much for Hannah or Angie, in fact the whole team were lovely and helpful. Being a bride is so exiting but at the same time very scary, but Angie made sure I was ok all day and checked on us constantly. The team corresponded with our other vendors, which took a massive pressure off of me and the whole day was perfect. Our families have told us since that it was the best day ever, and to us it really was. Thank you all we will always remember what a beautiful day it was and all of you that helped bring it all together. Mr & Mrs Sawyer 16.07.24

Alisha Driver
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
Once in a lifetime

We are so happy that we chose Ivy House for our wedding day. We couldn’t fault the staff or venue in any way. The entire process from booking to afterwards has been enjoyable and smooth. Hannah and Ange were fantastic throughout! We, and our guests, have not stopped talking about our day. Our guests have commented that if anybody should get married, they should pick Ivy House!

Jasmine Whiting
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
The best day ever!!

We had the best day, we could have had with all the help and support needed from everyone there at Ivy House. We would 100% recommend to anyone looking for an amazing wedding !! Thank you so much it wouldn’t have been possible without you all there particularly Angie <3 thank you

Alex & Jenn
Happy couple married in August
August 2024
Couldn't have wished for any where better for our wedding!

Where do I even start, Ivy House is truly beautiful! We couldn't have wished for anywhere better for our wedding! From the moment we went to view Ivy House it took our breath away, Hannah who looked after us for our viewing appointment spent over an hour with us showing us around going through absolutely everything in such detail, dealing with all our appointments then handing us over to our Wedding supervisor Angela who looked after us and made sure everything ran smoothly and was perfect on our day! We couldn't have asked or wished for more from them! Not only Hannah and Angela, but every member of staff went above and beyond for us from the moment of booking, to turning up the day before to set everything up right through till the moment we went home. Everything was absolutely perfect! Keith and his team done the most amazing job with the food, it was all absolutely spot on! Absolutely everyone one of our guests said how amazing the food was and how amazing Ivy House is and what a perfect day it was. We are so grateful to everyone at Ivy House! We truly could not have wished for any more from Ivy House. Was a truly perfect day! Would absolutely recommend Ivy House to anyone! Thank you again to everyone at Ivy House! Mr & Mrs Chamberlain Alex & Jenn

Francesca & Sam
Happy couple married in August
May 2024
A wonderful day

Our wedding day was everything we wanted it to be at The Ivy hotel. We felt really looked after on the day and all the details we asked for were sorted. We had the ceremony in the beautiful barn and then made the most of all the fairy lights in the main hall and outside during our evening reception, everyone commented on how pretty it was. Thanks to the location of the Ivy we also have some wonderful wedding photos with some beautiful scenery behind us. We were also able to have our dog be there for some of the photos which was amazing. The perfect day overall.

Leyna & Steve
Happy couple married in July
May 2024
Nothing was too much trouble

From our first meeting the bridal team were great, nothing was too much trouble, the team on the day were great. I would recommend Ivy House to anyone.

Location & Contact Details for Ivy House Country Hotel

Wedding Venue Address
Oulton Broad, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Ivy House Country Hotel ?

Every wedding is amazing because the couple put their own stamp on things from the decor, entertainment, atmosphere, we love our small intimate weddings and our more lavish bigger celebrations too.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

When it comes to venue hunting don't be afraid to ask for something that's not being offered. When it comes to food in particular a lot of venues will be happy to accommodate your special requests.

Describe Ivy House Country Hotel in 5 adjectives

Picturesque, peaceful, special, reasonable, flexible

Where’s the best photo spot at Ivy House Country Hotel ?

The summerhouse overlooking the water is my favourite photo spot. I've seen it dressed up with fairy lights and it looks magical at night.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Ivy House Country Hotel ?

We haven't yet!

What’s your favourite canapé?

My favourite would have to be the honey mustard sausage and mash

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

You can't beat a salty bacon roll to soak up all of the alcohol

What is Ivy House Country Hotel most unique feature?

Our 18th original barn filled with natural light, you don't expect one of those in most hotels!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

I'm most proud of our service, unlike a big chain, we're a small independent business that treats every wedding like it's our first and last.
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