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1 bedroom accommodation in Birch, near Colchester
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Birch, near Colchester
- Place, Layer Marney Tower4 min drive
- Place, Colchester Zoo4 min drive
- Place, Colchester Castle Park14 min drive
- Airport, London (STN-Stansted)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Birch, near Colchester
Enjoy a relaxing break at this property, located in the quaint village of Birch, close to Colchester.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double) Adult (Double), French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
First Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Small, enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture.. 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, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double) Adult (Double), French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
First Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Small, enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture.. 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
Outdoor space
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
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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. Freeport Outlet Village and Braintree Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Abberton Reservoir and High Woods Country Park. 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
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