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The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe
Holiday home in Halstead with kitchen and patio
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m
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Halstead, England
- Place, Hedingham Castle6 min drive
- Place, Gainsborough's House11 min drive
- Place, Braintree Village20 min drive
- Airport, London (STN-Stansted)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Stables at Rectory Farm, Gestingthorpe
This holiday home is a delightful conversion set within the grounds of an impressive Georgian farmhouse, in a picturesque village within the rolling countryside with wonderful open views. 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed. Horse holidays are catered for at the owner's discretion.
The accommodation combines character features along with modern and contemporary finishes that are ideal for a relaxing short or long break. An inviting hall with feature brick walls accesses a beautifully equipped kitchen/breakfast room which has a vaulted ceiling. There are extensive storage and modern integrated appliances to ensure your stay has that ‘home from home’ feel. The sitting room has a part vaulted ceiling and French doors to the rear and is furnished with comfort in mind. The ground floor bedroom has a dual aspect with views of the manicured grounds of the host dwelling. The second bedroom has character features and Velux roof lights, with twin beds. The bathroom is luxuriously appointed and fully tiled with a free-standing oval-ended bath, his and hers sinks, and a large walk-in shower. Guests can relax and enjoy the tranquilities in a private garden which has an entertaining terrace, and benefits from a south and westerly aspect, ideal for late evening drinks or ‘al fresco’ dining.
The surrounding area is ideal for those who walk, and there are numerous local footpaths, the property is a stone’s throw from the Suffolk border and the Stour valley. The local village pub, The Pheasant is a short walk from the property and offers local produce and real ales. Spencers farm shop caters for a wide range of everyday requirements and is a five-minute drive. Castle Hedingham is a beautiful medieval village with the famous ‘Norman keep’ and has a wide range of local facilities. Further afield you can find the village of Finchingfield, famed for its green, tea rooms and duck pond. Saffron Walden is a merchant’s town and well worth a visit and is approximately thirty minutes by car. The local market town of Clare has a wide range of amenities, the country park and castle ruins.
Horse Holidays are catered for at the owner's discretion.
Car charging from the outside socket is available at the owner's discretion.
The accommodation combines character features along with modern and contemporary finishes that are ideal for a relaxing short or long break. An inviting hall with feature brick walls accesses a beautifully equipped kitchen/breakfast room which has a vaulted ceiling. There are extensive storage and modern integrated appliances to ensure your stay has that ‘home from home’ feel. The sitting room has a part vaulted ceiling and French doors to the rear and is furnished with comfort in mind. The ground floor bedroom has a dual aspect with views of the manicured grounds of the host dwelling. The second bedroom has character features and Velux roof lights, with twin beds. The bathroom is luxuriously appointed and fully tiled with a free-standing oval-ended bath, his and hers sinks, and a large walk-in shower. Guests can relax and enjoy the tranquilities in a private garden which has an entertaining terrace, and benefits from a south and westerly aspect, ideal for late evening drinks or ‘al fresco’ dining.
The surrounding area is ideal for those who walk, and there are numerous local footpaths, the property is a stone’s throw from the Suffolk border and the Stour valley. The local village pub, The Pheasant is a short walk from the property and offers local produce and real ales. Spencers farm shop caters for a wide range of everyday requirements and is a five-minute drive. Castle Hedingham is a beautiful medieval village with the famous ‘Norman keep’ and has a wide range of local facilities. Further afield you can find the village of Finchingfield, famed for its green, tea rooms and duck pond. Saffron Walden is a merchant’s town and well worth a visit and is approximately thirty minutes by car. The local market town of Clare has a wide range of amenities, the country park and castle ruins.
Horse Holidays are catered for at the owner's discretion.
Car charging from the outside socket is available at the owner's discretion.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Halstead
Halstead is home to this holiday home. Hedingham Castle and Gainsborough's House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Colne Valley Railway and East Anglian Railway Museum. Cheeky Chimps Funhouse and Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum are also worth visiting.

Halstead, England
What's nearby
- Hedingham Castle - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
- Gainsborough's House - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
- Braintree Village - 20 min drive - 23.0 km
- Chelmsford City Racecourse - 26 min drive - 29.4 km
- Colchester Zoo - 29 min drive - 30.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Bell - 4 min drive
- White Hart Wedding Venue - 8 min drive
- White Hart Inn - 7 min drive
- The Angel At Sudbury - 7 min drive
- King's Head - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by David Burr Holiday Lets
Languages:
English
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