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Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool.

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Children’s area
Pool
Interior
High chair
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Colchester
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Beth Chatto Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Colchester

With a stay at this cottage in Colchester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Essex and Beth Chatto Garden. .This cottage is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Wyvernwood and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Colchester Visitor Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • University of Essex - 2 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 16 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Alresford Station - 5 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Courthouse Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Albion - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Horse And Groom Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Anchor - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool.

Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview Smart TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer

Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Games Room.. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Grounds with courtyard, sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue (shared with other properties on-site). Games room (shared with other properties on site) Outdoor swimming pool (open May-September shared with other properties on-site, 9m x 4m, depth 0.9m x 1.8m, ). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Nestled in the picturesque village of Elmstead Market, this charming one-bedroom barn is the perfect getaway for couples or friends seeking a peaceful retreat with all the comforts of home. Robin features a spacious ground-floor bedroom, thoughtfully furnished to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay. The bedroom boasts a super king-size bed that can be converted to two singles upon request. Guests can unwind in style with a comfortable sofa, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi after a day of exploring. The dining area comfortably seats two, ideal for enjoying meals together, and the well-equipped kitchen allows for easy meal preparation.

Outside, a communal courtyard and gardens await, along with an outdoor pool—perfect for a refreshing dip on warm summer days or lounging poolside with a good book. Elmstead Market is a charming village offering a range of local amenities, including quaint shops, a traditional pub, and scenic walking trails. Its location is ideal for exploring nearby attractions such as Colchester Zoo, Dedham Vale, and the historic town of Colchester, known for its Roman heritage and vibrant shopping and dining scene. Don’t miss the famous Colchester Castle, which features various displays throughout the year.

For garden enthusiasts, the award-winning Beth Chatto Gardens showcases an amazing array of plants. Wivenhoe also has plenty to charm visitors with its rich history involving fishing, yachts, dinghies, and smuggling. A pretty church with a distinctive cupola sits on the site of the first Saxon church, while the quaint streets lead to the picturesque waterfront, where fishing boats and small sailing craft bob at their moorings—perfect for sipping a pint or glass of wine on the harbourside.

If you fancy a day by the coast, you’re spoiled for choice; Brightlingsea is just a short drive away, and for a typical British seaside experience, Clacton, Walton on the Naze, and Frinton offer delightful options. For a less commercial vibe, Mersea Island is perfect. Whether you’re looking to explore the Essex countryside, enjoy coastal walks, or simply relax by the pool, this one-bedroom holiday let-in Elmstead Market provides a delightful and convenient home away from home.

These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 14 guests.

Free WiFi
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which has a kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cottage features fishing on site.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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