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1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester

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Well presented open plan living space | The Glass Room, Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester
Light and airy comfortable living area | The Glass Room, Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester
Comfy living area | The Glass Room, Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester
Well equipped kitchen area | The Glass Room, Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester
  • Place, Dedham Vale
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Community Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester

Filled with attractive features and set in an Area of Natural Beauty, this holiday will delight everyone.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Ipod Dock, French Doors Leading To Garden

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge

First Floor:

Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Use of owner’s washing machine (by prior arrangement with owner). Lawned garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This delightful, holiday cottage is attached to the owner’s period property and its name refers to the stunning floor-to-ceiling window in the bedroom. It is set in an AONB in the Dedham Vale where the artist John Constable painted many of his famous scenes. Set in the owner’s grounds, with its own private area of garden, it is the ideal choice for a romantic break and is in an excellent area for walking and cycling. The nearby Roman town of Colchester has an excellent range of shops, as well as a zoo and castle. The peaceful Stour Estuary, Maningtree, and Mistley are a 6-minute drive, whilst London is less than an hour away by train. An excellent location to explore all the delights of both Essex and Suffolk. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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

Colchester is home to this cottage. Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum and Hollytrees Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Green Island Gardens Ardleigh and Tenpin Bowling Colchester. Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Natural History Museum are also worth visiting.
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Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Green Island Gardens Ardleigh - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Colchester Community Stadium - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Bridge Cottage - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Manningtree Mistley Station - 10 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oak Tree Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wooden Fender - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Balkerne Gate - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester on 17 Apr 2026 start from AU$239, 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 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester located?

Situated in Colchester, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum, Bridge Cottage and Green Island Gardens Ardleigh. Dedham Vale is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jo Coulthard

We enjoyed our stay at The Glass Room.

We enjoyed our stay at The Glass Room.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andy Marshall

Extremely Helpful Host, in a lovely location.

Extremely Helpful Host, in a lovely location.The Glassroom itself is great accomodation with everything you need.We would definitely stay again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Suffolk Staycation

Great location to visit Suffolk, excellent property and a warm friendly welcome
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn McAvoy

The Glass room is peaceful, spacious and so beautifully furnished, I don't think we have ever slept

The Glass room is peaceful, spacious and so beautifully furnished, I don't think we have ever slept in such a comfortable bed, including our own! The location was perfect for us, visiting Flatford Mill, the Beth Chatto gardens and a little further afield, RHS Hyde Hall. It also gave us easy access to visit family in Ipswich. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend here and had everything we needed for a very pleasant stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best bank holiday break

The property is beautiful, huge glass windows overlooking the most beautiful garden. Very quiet and relaxing. We loved sitting in the living room with the doors open looking out at the alpacas. They are so cute! The bed is huge, the shower is an amazing waterfall type shower, loads of space. Great location as we had booked to go to colchester zoo and also visited flatford mill and colchester town centre. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brown

A very peaceful break away on the Essex / Suffolk borders.

A very peaceful break away on the Essex / Suffolk borders. The owners are incredibly friendly and helpful, attentive to any needs but also respectful of your privacy. All in all I would not hesitate to re-book another break at the Glass Room, it was simply wonderful. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Friendly welcome.

Friendly welcome. Property is in a nice setting (love the Alpacas) and very comfortable. We enjoyed our break and would happily book again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Fantastic place and welcoming hosts.

Fantastic place and welcoming hosts. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert

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unique lodge, comfortable, well placed to explore the area and friendly host Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Excellent accommodation, spotlessly clean and well maintained.

Excellent accommodation, spotlessly clean and well maintained. We were made to feel very welcome. The alpacas were more entertainment than TV. Highly recommended. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

My partner and I spent a lovely week at this property in early Sept.

My partner and I spent a lovely week at this property in early Sept. Views from inside the cottage of the garden and surrounding fields were fabulous - a breath of fresh air for city folk like us! The cottage was clean & tidy, well equipped, very comfortable and was spacious, light and airy. A highlight for us was watching the owner's alpacas grazing in the neighbouring field. The owners were very welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine

The Glass Room is a very comfortable cottage and is in a good location for visiting the local area.

The Glass Room is a very comfortable cottage and is in a good location for visiting the local area. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Neil

It was a last minute booking and the trip was in the August Summer holidays so expected to pay that

It was a last minute booking and the trip was in the August Summer holidays so expected to pay that bit more for the weekend. The owners were very welcoming, the property was very well presented and in excellent condition in a great location. All in all it was very good. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful experience

Lovely premises. Quiet rural location but lenty to do nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky W.

Just Right !

Really, really comfortable. Bright and light . Excellent location for so many places of interest and within an hour to London by train. Lovely garden and fun alpacas - a real joy to watch. Excellent pubs and restaurants near by. Emma the owner is very easy to get on with and is warm and welcoming. We had a truly enjoyable stay and we highly recommend this property.

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