See all properties
Save

The Butchers Arms Freehouse

3.0 star property
Inn in Saxmundham with restaurant and bar/lounge

Photo gallery for The Butchers Arms Freehouse

Cabin, Ensuite
Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room) | Bathroom
Exterior
Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room)
Bathroom

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

View map
Leiston Road, Saxmundham, England, IP17 1UQ
  • Place, Aldeburgh Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Snape Maltings
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunwich Heath and Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (Double Bed)

Single Room, Ensuite (Double Bed)

Single Room, Ensuite (Double Bed)

Highlights

Fridge
Premium bedding
Heating
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Cabin, Ensuite

Cabin, Ensuite

Cabin, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Heating
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Rose Room)

Family Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Rose Room)

Family Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Rose Room)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Day bed
Cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room)

Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room)

Chalet, Ensuite, Garden View (The Hare Room)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Saxmundham

At The Butchers Arms Freehouse you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Long Shop Museum and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Suffolk Coast and Heaths. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas and wedding services. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In proximity to this 3-property class Saxmundham inn you'll find Southwold Beach.
View more Inns in SaxmundhamOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Aldeburgh Golf Club - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Thorpeness Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Snape Maltings - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Dunwich Heath and Beach - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • RSPB Minsmere - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Saxmundham Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ash Smoked Fishes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Butchers Arms Freehouse

Inn in Saxmundham with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Saxmundham inn is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Wedding services available
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Butchers Arms Freehouse offers 5 accommodations. Satellite televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Exterior
Satis House
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
3.6 out of 5, Good, 107 reviews
The price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Satis House

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Butchers Arms B&B Saxmundham
Butchers Arms Saxmundham
The Butchers Arms Saxmundham
Bed & breakfast The Butchers Arms Saxmundham
Saxmundham The Butchers Arms Bed & breakfast
Bed & breakfast The Butchers Arms
Butchers Arms B&B
Butchers Arms
The Butchers Arms
The Butchers Arms Freehouse Inn
The Butchers Arms Freehouse Saxmundham
The Butchers Arms Freehouse Inn Saxmundham

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

Yep, The Butchers Arms Freehouse has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Butchers Arms Freehouse on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$224.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

The closest beach to The Butchers Arms Freehouse is Southwold Beach (15.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

No, The Butchers Arms Freehouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Butchers Arms Freehouse?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Butchers Arms Freehouse Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 23 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night and it was perfect for that. The ladies in the pub are super friendly and we enjoyed the big breakfast and evening dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ann

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This wasnt a pleasant stay. Room had so many cobwebs and the shower had a shower curtain. In tge breakfast area it needed a good clean. The bar person was lovely. The breakfast was adequate but lacked flavour
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just a base.

We were expecting a pod, but had a room round the back of the pub. Parking was easy. It was warm, and quiet. Staff very friendly. Breakfast good. In the room the tv looked precarious. The privacy blinds had been chewed by a dog and some bits were missing. The pillows were very poor( I always take my own) and the bed linen had not seen an iron. The towels were adequate and the water was hot but the shower hose needed a good clean with a nail brush. There was a small garden area with a picnic bench but the bench was rather rickety and there were a lot of big weeds in it. The twin beds were 2ft 6in each, rather small for adults but comfortable enough for a couple of nights. Perhaps I am just used to higher standards of comfort but a little investment and better housekeeping would be rewarded with more income for the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

George Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recent stay

Comfortable and easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Travelled with group
Staff were friendly and inviting but the property in itself could do with a real good clean and update, chalets were quite good up-to-date with nice bathroom but mattresses need to be looked at as not very supportive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early but checking in was no problem. Very nice people. Food was nice too. Unfortunately we weren't too hungry so didn't get to sample the wonderful breakfast we read about. But the poached eggs were perfect. We stayed in a cabin which had everything you need for a short stay. It was warm and the bed was comfortable. The only thing I would say is the basin in the shower room was so small and awkward to use when brushing your teeth. A small niggle. Shower was fine, and very large.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasanrt stay, very good breakfast and accomodating host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The full english breakfast was the nicest I have had in years. Staff are polite and helpful. Room looked exactly as it did in the picture, and was clean and quiet. The hotel provided shower soap also smelled amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Howard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming. Staff very helpful and friendly. Twin room small with limited storage but comfortable. Excellent breakfasts. We were there to visit Snape Maltings which was a short and easy drive away. Recommended and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An enjoyable stay. Friendly reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No bin in bathroom towels too small and cheap , bedding cheap, outside area in poor state and bad marks on walls in room no food serverd in bar on a Monday eve not told on web sight so had to go out to find food would not have booked if known Excellent breakfast tho
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really handy comfortable accommodation near RSPB Minsmere. Staff were lovely and accommodating with an early take away breakfast. Thanks!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great staff and service.

My dog and I had a lovely stay here and we were both made to feel very welcome. The staff are all very warm and friendly. The accommodation is quite basic but clean and comfortable with a comfortable bed and hot shower, everything you need. A very well cooked breakfast is also included in the price. I didn’t have dinner but the food looked very good and well presented. The outside of the venue and garden areas could do with some TLC and tidying up but I think the business is still a working progress. With a little more attention in this area they will have a winner. This was my second stay and I will no doubt book this venue again. Their best asset by far is their staff and this on its own is what draws you back and I would highly recommend this venue on this merit. It makes such a difference to be greeted with happy and engaging staff. Service with a smile goes such a long way and is so important in making you feel a valued customer. I hope this business continues to grow and thrive and I wish them all good luck for their future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Local place to stay

Nice local pub, amazing food, no breakfast though, that's probably because it's just been taken over, alot of potential.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable bed and reasonable shower. Adequate breakfast but a bit uninspiring - eg no choice of marmite, marmalade, peanut butter etc, just strawberry jam. No shower mat. No decaffeinated coffee. No toiletries. Convenient location (9 minutes drive to Aldebough).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great for the amount it cost

All the details at time of booking lead me to believe I'd get a good meal and breakfast. Which didn't happen. The photos should not portray what is not available. the "chalet' was pretty poor and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021