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KAREN R.
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KAREN R.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2026
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Charming 2-bedroom cottage in beautiful English village
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Dog-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue
- Deck or patio
Explore the area
Colchester, Essex
- Dedham ValePlace, Dedham Vale1 min walk
- Sir Alfred Munnings Art MuseumPlace, Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum15 min walk
- University of EssexPlace, University of Essex19 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Charming 2-bedroom cottage in beautiful English village
Consider this fairytale cottage your home away from home while you explore the best of English countryside, known as Constable Country. In just one hour by train from London you can find yourself in the quintessential English village of Dedham, surrounded by miles of unspoiled meadows perfect for walking, cycling, paddle boarding and kayaking. This Dedham Retreat features 2 bedrooms - the master with a queen double bed and the second with a twin bed. With 2 bathrooms, spacious reception room and cozy upstairs living room with a sofa bed, this tranquil space offers all the comforts you need. Enjoy amenities like a private patio with BBQ, fully equipped kitchen, full bathtub with rain shower, dining area for four guests, parking, washing machine, WiFi, central heating, and a hairdryer. We look forward to welcoming you for a Dedham Retreat in our cosy cottage Tegfan.
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About the area
Colchester
Colchester is home to this cottage. Bridge Cottage and Dedham Vale are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Green Island Gardens Ardleigh and Brantham Leisure Centre. Tenpin Bowling Colchester and Colchester Leisure World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Colchester, Essex
What's nearby
- Dedham Vale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- University of Essex - 19 min drive - 15.2 km
- Colchester Zoo - 21 min drive - 25.3 km
- Colchester Castle Park - 22 min drive - 18.3 km
Getting around
- Colchester Great Bentley Station - 14 min drive
- London (SEN-Southend) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
- Fields Farm Cafe - 9 min drive
- Hare & Hounds - 6 min drive
- Jubilee Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Le Talbooth - 2 min drive
- The Crown - 5 min drive
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