About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Cavendish Five Bells in Sudbury offers private bathrooms with garden views, walk-in showers, and parquet floors. Each room includes a TV, electric kettle, and private entrance. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy live music, and participate in outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. The inn provides free WiFi, a lounge, and an outdoor play area. Convenient Location: Located 40 km from London Stansted Airport, the inn is near attractions like Hedingham Castle (18 km) and Clare Castle (4 km). Free on-site parking is available. Guest Favorites: Visitors appreciate the convenient location for city trips, the delicious breakfast provided by the property, and the family-friendly environment.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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  • Garden view

  • Landmark view

  • Free parking available on-site


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  • 1 double bed
194 feet²
Garden view
Landmark view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi

  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 2
US$90 per night
Price US$271
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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US$100 per night
Price US$301
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 19 October 2025
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    Australia Australia
    Very comfy room and like the small attention to detail
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    There are only 3 rooms and all are identical. Each consists of the bedroom and en suite bathroom. Due to architecture, the rooms are not that big, but perfectly adequate. Both the bedroom and bathroom were spotlessly clean, and the bed was very...
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was great, room was excellent, we liked the breakfast arrangements and the food van outside was very good.
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, staff are very friendly, immaculately clean & very comfortable. We always stay here when visiting this part of the country.
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The pub had a lovely atmosphere, and the staff were wonderful. The rooms are located next to the pub in a renovated barn. Our room included all the usual amenities along with extras like snacks, bottled water, and earplugs for the church bells....
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly welcome in pub. Comfortable, warm room in small annex to pub. Generous supply of bottled water, beverages, etc and perfectly fine brekko tray. Ear plugs supplied if Church bell chimes a problem! Which they weren’t. 5 Bells is a drinks...
  • Maureen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff are welcoming, Room reasonable size and clean, bed very comfortable, heating in room if gets cold and room warms up quickly. Although they don’t sell food, nice touch with a breakfast basket in room and tea and coffee facilities (included...
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, cosy rooms, breakfast tray provided as no food in the pub. The staff in the pub are welcoming, friendly and helpful. Great location for visiting the area. This was our 3rd stay & we will certainly return again.
  • Russell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming rural village location on the green with village shop opposite. Breakfast basket with juice, porridge etc suited my early start. Lovely spacious/easy access shower. Liked being able to park the car directly outside the room. Staff really...
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location. Walking round the village. Surprisingly quiet considering that we were staying at a pub on a Friday night. Clean & comfortable. Breakfast basket with long life items.

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From 14:00 to 20:00
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Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Cavendish Five Bells in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.