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Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex

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Enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool surrounded by a beautifully maintained garden and a house with a deck.
Stunning classical fountain surrounded by a beautifully manicured lawn and lush greenery.
Relax in this stylish living room with a light blue sofa, armchair, and ornate chandelier.
Traditional two-story house with a central entrance and symmetrical facade, set amidst a well-manicured lawn and lush greenery.
Enjoy a meal under the shade of a park setting with a beautifully set table and a vibrant centerpiece.

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8 bedrooms7 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer

Explore the area

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Colchester, England
  • Beth Chatto Garden
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • University of Essex
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Colchester Castle Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

In Colchester .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Colchester vacation home, you'll find Beth Chatto Garden and Wyvernwood. Also, University of Essex is within 3 miles (5 km) and Green Island Gardens Ardleigh is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Beth Chatto Garden - 9 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • University of Essex - 10 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Colchester Town Hall - 16 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 24 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Alresford Station - 8 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ye Olde Albion - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Spice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zest - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Horse & Groom Inn - ‬8 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.

Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex

Hockley Place is the perfect place to retreat from the busyness of the world.

Just an hour from London, this beautiful, warm, welcoming, spacious 8 bedroom estate, dedicated to nourishing the heart & soul.

Run as a fully catered high end retreat venue, so equipped for those wanting to run retreats, conferences or host family holidays & celebrations.

A rare atmosphere of relaxation & upliftedness, the surroundings are inspired by the wish that everyone's visit here feels like a homecoming.
The space
Hockley Place comprises of 8 spacious bedrooms, that can sleep up to 24 people.

Ground Floor

1 - King size bed in the main area, with a sofa bed. A separate internal twin room, ensuite shower room. -Sleeps 4 - 6

2 - Double room and separate cloakroom next to the bedroom (This room doesn’t have a ensuite) - Sleeps 2

First Floor

3 - King room with separate day bed and pull out trundle, ensuite bathroom, separate dressing room.- Sleeps 2

4 - Twin room, ensuite shower room.- Sleeps 2

5 - Double room, ensuite shower room.- Sleeps 2

6 - King room, with separate day bed and pull out trundle, ensuite bathroom. - Sleeps 2- 4

7 - King room ensuite bathroom. - Sleeps 2

Second Floor

8- Quadruple room with king bed, 2 single bunk beds, ensuite shower room - Sleeps 4


The fully equipped kitchen, along with 4 large reception rooms, some with cosy log burning fires, a utility room, a boot room and 3 WC/cloakrooms, makes Hockley Place the perfect place to host large gatherings - be it family holidays, celebrations, corporate events, or retreats.

Hockley Place was previously run as a spiritual retreat venue and is beautifully decorated to bring in an energy that is deeply nourishing. It's is perfect for those looking to host nurturing peaceful retreats.

You may be looking for the perfect venue for a corporate team building, off site gathering.

Or a friends and family get away and opportunity to relax and celebrate a special occasion together.

The 8-acres grounds are filled with natural beauty and a swimming pool, which is unheated and open between May and October, depending on the weather.

There is ample free parking for in excess of 12 vehicles at the front and rear of the main house.


Large reception rooms can be transformed into practical work, or fun spaces, with sound systems, a large screen and projector for work or play, available on request, .... maybe a cosy indoor or outdoor cinema for movie or karaoke nights.




There is a cottage and mobile home in the grounds of Hockley Place, which is occasionally occupied by 2 helpful ladies, who may, or may not be there during your stay. However this will have no impact on guests, or prevent any access to grounds or pool, which is for the sole use of guests.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire main house, the estates extensive grounds and pool, which is unheated and open between May and October, depending on the weather.

A key safe is available for a flexible self check in, after 3pm.
Early check in may be available , but is not able to be confirmed until 48 hours before the day of arrival.

The seperate cottgae can be rented separately if you are looking for a country get away for a couple, or small family.

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The cottage may or may not be rented to guests during your stay.
Other things to note
Additional Services

Our aim is to assist you to have a relaxing, enjoyable experience at Hockley Place, so we are sharing a range of additional services may be available during your stay, including:

- Welcome shopping hamper.
- Bespoke shopping items.
- Luxury Items, Fresh Flowers, chocolates, wine/champagne, celebration cards.
- Additional mis stay cleaning and laundry services
- Log fires prepared ready to be lit, wth additional logs

-Chef to produce delicious meals to be delivered for you to serve at your convenience.

- Childminding and babysitting services

- Personalised massages
- 1-1 and group Pranayama
- 1-1 and group Yoga
- 1-1 and group Alchemy Crystal Bowl Sound Healing
- 1-1 and group Guided Meditation
- 1-1 private Naturopath sessions.

Please just let us know if you would like any of the above.
It is optimal to request the additional services in advance to secure them, each has an additional fee depending on your requirements.

Location

Located in the rural vistas of north Essex with open countryside and farmland in abundance.

The nearby coastline includes Frinton-on-Sea, where there is also a railway station, with Brightlingsea and Point Clear to the south along the River Blackwater.

Manningtree, Dedham, flatford are also very close, and are in the heart of the famous Constable County.

Colchester main line station is within easy reach offering direct services into London.

Country pubs and local shops are close by, with Lifehouse Spa, Clacton Shopping village and Colchester town centre within a short drive.

Chelmsford City, Ipswich and the Suffolk coast are also a short drive away.

Stansted Airport is within easy reach of approximately 45 minutes.

Property manager

Hockley Place

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex to the airport?

This vacation home is 45.4 mi (56-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.1 mi (19-min drive) from St. Osyth Beach and 11.5 mi (22-min drive) from Jaywick Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Retreat to a stunning Country Estate in Essex to downtown Colchester?

This vacation home is 4.7 mi away from Colchester.

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