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Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge

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Living area
Room
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Bathroom

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dedham Vale
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Colchester, Essex
  • Place, Dedham Vale
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Coombs Bedroom

1 King Bed

Golden Bedroom

1 King Bed

Hobbs Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Paddock View Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

En-suite Shower-room

Toilet · Shower only

Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Ground Floor Shower-room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge

An exquisite woodland cottage secluded within a private country estate in the heart of Constable Country. Enveloped by mature trees and rhododendron bushes, Cosgrove offers unrivalled tranquillity and exposure to the natural delights of the renown Dedham Vale. Following a full, stylish and meticulous renovation, each room provides the highest standards of luxury and comfort and gifts beautiful arboreous views from every window. With three king-sized beds (one can split into a twin) a single and three bath/shower-rooms, it can flexibly accommodate friends and family wanting to experience famous local villages, walks and quality pubs. Cosgrove Lodge is truly exceptional within glorious surroundings.
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Hall – With coat and boot stowage.
Kitchen – Fully fitted with large sink, electric oven with four induction hobs, full sized fridge-freezer, wine fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, Grind (pod) coffee machine and washer dryer.
Dining Area – Open plan to the kitchen with L-shaped banquette seating, three matching dining chairs and dining table.
Sitting Room – Two three-seater sofas and an armchair facing a fireplace containing log burner and large wall mounted Smart TV above. Light capturing bay-windows looking over Coombs Wood and French windows opening onto a large mill board and sandstone terrace.
Golden Bedroom – King-sized bed with bedside tables, reading lamps, wardrobe, north and south facing windows and an ornamental fireplace.
Shower-room – Serves the Golden Bedroom with a walk-in waterfall power-shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
FIRST FLOOR
Paddocks View Bedroom – King-sized bed with bedside tables, reading lamps, wardrobe, south-facing windows.
Family Bathroom – Bath, hand-held and waterfall power shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
Hobbs Bedroom – Single bed with a bedside table, reading lamp and chest of drawers.
Coombs Bedroom – The master bedroom with matching bedside tables, reading lamps and chest of drawers, generous dual aspect windows with woodland views.
En-suite Shower-room (to The Coombs Bedroom) – Walk-in waterfall power-shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
OUTSIDE
Drive & Parking Area – Gravelled half-moon private off-street parking for multiple cars.
Sun Terraces & Lawn – Large decked terrace with glass balustrading and L shaped ratan furniture leading onto a securely fenced lawn area with woodland beyond. No BBQ on the mill board terrace to avoid damage from falling embers, there is one for use on the sandstone terrace off the kitchen on the other side of the cottage.
Hot Tub – Subject to availability, a four-person, wood-fired hot tub can be rented and installed via a specialist local provider for an extra charge. A separate modest utility charge is also required to cover the cost of water and power drawn from The Lodge.
Private Country Estate – The Lodge has immediate access to the private Langham Hall Estate which can trace its history back to 1086. There are five hundred acres of fine walks, equestrian paddocks, unparallelled views of the Dedham Vale and optional extra country activities including: a 4x4 estate tour, riding, clay shooting experiences and fishing. The Estate Office and Langham Church in the middle of the estate are captured in John Constable’s ‘Glebe Farm’ painting from 1830.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12145884
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Colchester

Colchester is home to this cottage. Tenpin Bowling Colchester and Suffolk Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dedham Vale and High Woods Country Park. Green Island Gardens Ardleigh and Colchester Leisure World are also worth visiting.
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Colchester, Essex

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Flatford Mill - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • University of Essex - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 21 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 22 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Manningtree Mistley Station - 11 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fields Farm Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge?

As of 7 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge on 29 Sept 2026 start from AU$495, 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.

How much is parking at Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exceptional woodland cottage in Constable Country - Cosgrove Lodge located?

Situated in Colchester, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Dedham Vale and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bridge Cottage and Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum. RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden and Flatford Mill are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Charlie Allsopp

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