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1 bedroom accommodation in Birch, near Colchester
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Layer Marney Tower
- Place, Colchester Zoo
- Place, Colchester Castle Park
- Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Birch, near Colchester
This holiday property is an ideal base for visiting Colchester, Mersea Island and the Dedham Vale.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Sofa Bed (Double)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric night storage heaters, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot available on request. Welcome pack. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: No charging of electric vehicles.. Located in the quaint village of Birch, these semi-detached, cosy cottages (31049 and 31050) have been built with the purpose of a holiday home in mind. Adjacent to the owner’s home, both properties comfortably sleep 2 guests with the option of extra guests with the sofa bed in the living space. Wood burners give a warm and welcoming feel to the cottages which have a contemporary theme throughout. It is a good base for exploring Essex and Suffolk, birdwatching on the nearby nature reserves, sea angling from Mersea Island, or just enjoying the local beaches and countryside. Close to Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town with a castle, museums, art gallery, many Roman remains, a good shopping centre, Colchester Zoo and a mainline rail link to London (40 minutes). Mersea Island is 8 miles away for its locally caught fish and oysters, as well as its sailing and beaches. Within easy driving distance are the popular sightseeing destinations of Flatford Mill, Lavenham, Finchingfield and Kersey. Shop 4 miles, real ale pub serving food 300 yards.
Free WiFi
Digital safe available.
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Sofa Bed (Double)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric night storage heaters, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot available on request. Welcome pack. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: No charging of electric vehicles.. Located in the quaint village of Birch, these semi-detached, cosy cottages (31049 and 31050) have been built with the purpose of a holiday home in mind. Adjacent to the owner’s home, both properties comfortably sleep 2 guests with the option of extra guests with the sofa bed in the living space. Wood burners give a warm and welcoming feel to the cottages which have a contemporary theme throughout. It is a good base for exploring Essex and Suffolk, birdwatching on the nearby nature reserves, sea angling from Mersea Island, or just enjoying the local beaches and countryside. Close to Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town with a castle, museums, art gallery, many Roman remains, a good shopping centre, Colchester Zoo and a mainline rail link to London (40 minutes). Mersea Island is 8 miles away for its locally caught fish and oysters, as well as its sailing and beaches. Within easy driving distance are the popular sightseeing destinations of Flatford Mill, Lavenham, Finchingfield and Kersey. Shop 4 miles, real ale pub serving food 300 yards.
Free WiFi
Digital safe available.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 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
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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 indicated that there is no 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Colchester
Located in Colchester, this cottage is in a rural area. Abberton Reservoir and High Woods Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Colchester Zoo and Xtreme Gaming. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Cressing Road Stadium.

Birch, near Colchester
What's nearby
- Layer Marney Tower - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Colchester Zoo - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
- Mercury Theatre - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
- Colchester Castle Park - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
- University of Essex - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- The Hare and Hounds - 1 min walk
- Tiptree Tea Room & Jam Shop - 7 min drive
- The Old Crown - 5 min drive
- Nando's - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
15 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent
2 Nov 2020
A comfortable weeks rest.
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10/10 Excellent
Janette
15 Oct 2020
The best things come in small packages.
Janette
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah
8 Sept 2020
The cottage was lovely for our last minute staycation.
Sarah
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine G.
29 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage in a great location
Lorraine G.
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8/10 Good
David
22 Nov 2019
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David
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10/10 Excellent
frances
26 Oct 2019
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frances
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10/10 Excellent
Julie
16 Feb 2019
Perfect for 2 people.
Julie
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8/10 Good
William
5 Feb 2019
Baytree cottage is very small and compact but ok for two people and a dog.
William
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