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Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate

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A patio with a grill, a hot tub, and a table with glasses and a bottle.
Interior
A living room with a sofa, a table with a vase of flowers, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dark wooden door.
A yellow house with a chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a garden with pink flowers.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Colchester, Essex
  • Place, Dedham Vale
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flatford Mill
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

In Colchester .You'll find Dedham Vale and Bridge Cottage within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum and RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Flatford Mill - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • University of Essex - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 19 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 21 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Manningtree Station - 8 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fields Farm Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hare & Hounds - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate

A perfectly proportioned Lutyens inspired Edwardian gatehouse with privileged access to a private country estate elevated on the southern ridge of the glorious Dedham Vale. Recently renovated, The Lodge has been fully modernised and finished to the highest standards to provide a luxurious gateway to the heart of Constable Country with its famous villages, numerous trails, walkable pubs, restaurants and bucolic delights. With an indulgent king-sized bed, en-suite waterfall power-shower, fully equipped kitchen and spa hot tub, The Lodge is a peerless romantic retreat.
Ground Floor
Sitting Room – Three-seater L shaped sofa facing a fireplace containing a high quality flame imitation electric log burner and large wall mounted Smart TV above. There is also a dining table with two matching chairs.
Kitchen – Large butler’s style sink, electric oven with twin induction hobs, full sized fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, Grind (pod) coffee machine and washer dryer.
Gate Keepers Bedroom – King-sized bed with a bedside table, reading lamps and built in cupboard.
En-suite Shower-room – Walk-in waterfall power-shower, hand-basin and lavatory.

Outside
Parking Area – In front of the Lodge is a large off-street parking area.
Garden Terrace – Cut into the surrounding woodland is a landscaped terraced garden enveloped by natural vegetation.
Hot Tub – An electric two-person insulated spa hot tub that heats and bubbles with the touch of a button for hassle-free and immersive relaxation (included in booking price).
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, unparalleled 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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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate to the airport?

This cottage is 45.6 mi (61-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate to downtown Colchester?

This cottage is 1.3 mi away from Langham.

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