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Birds Farm

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A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and dining area.
A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a low brick wall. There are several lounge chairs and a table with an umbrella.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.
A courtyard with a table and chairs, a green umbrella, and a building with a dark blue facade and a red-tiled roof.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking available
  • Pets allowed (fee applies)
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
The current price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

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School Lane, Colchester, England, CO7 7EY
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wyvernwood
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Beth Chatto Garden
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪93 min drive‬

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View all photos for Cottage, 1 Bedroom

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two red pillows, and a decorative pillow with text. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a white wardrobe, and a carpeted floor.

Cottage, 1 Bedroom

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Duplex, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Duplex, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 54 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Birds Farm

Self parking, a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Other amenities include charcoal grills. Each apartment provides a TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include free WiFi and a furnished patio. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Birds Farm offers 5 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Colchester aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 200 will be collected before check-in.
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 1 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 106232916
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card 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
This property accepts debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Does Birds Farm have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Birds Farm?

As of 12 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birds Farm on 19 November 2026 start from NZ$372, 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.

Is Birds Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Birds Farm?

Self-parking is available for GBP 1 per stay.

What time is check-in at Birds Farm?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Birds Farm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birds Farm located?

Situated in Colchester, this aparthotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Essex, Beth Chatto Garden and The Wyvern Maze. Wyvernwood is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Birds Farm Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Really comfortable bed. Super clean. Great for a couple of nights stay. Close to the University to meet up with our daughter. Would recommend the Beth Chatto Garden near by for a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Fabulous find

Fabulous find, great communication from owner, arrived late and excellent direction to rental was given. On entering the property was very impressed, what a bargain for such a lovely property. Would definitely recommend Birds Farm if your visiting Colchester or surrounding areas.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here, had a a good couple of nights with friends. Beautiful apartment, amazing mattresses and pillows, very quiet environment. The pool wasn’t open and some work was happening but you can tell it’s going to look amazing once they put it all together and summer prep work is expected at this time of year. Kara was fab and we met a super helpful housekeeper who is doing a degree who was a literal walking tourist information centre. Great atmosphere all round .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Birds farm is a lovely place to stay for the local Essex or Sussex area. Very quiet in the evenings, despite being just off a busy road. Great facilities, good comfy beds, very warm heating and well supplied cooking facilities. A pool for summer, grounds and a Summer house and a well stocked games room for kids if the weather is bad. We found it superb for our short trip and would happily return. As we were a little out of season it seemed that some of the cottages opposite ours were being updated or renovated- ours didn’t seem to need anything- but if they are being redecorated, they will be superb! A super stay and great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoy our stay at the farm. The location is very convenient, in a quiet spot but close to a well connected road. Our duplex had everything we needed for a short stay including a well equipped kitchen when and bathroom with toiletries. We took advantage of the amenities of the farm including the playing area with plenty of toys for a toddler aged child as well as pool and foosball tables and outdoor space (swimming pool was still close at this time). Only minor comments - the floor of the indoors game room was a bit dirty with possibly some dead bugs laying there in one of the sections of the room. Also the room temperature was on the warmer side in the rooms (~26C) when we arrived. All in all though we enjoyed our stay and we will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Natasha

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very disappointing

Sadly the accommodation was very dirty and in places hadn’t been cleaned at all. I’m not sure if we were unlucky as we booked after reading amazing reviews. Beds were clean but the rest of of the property was very dirty. Microwave with spilt food in, fridge extremely dirty and had food in, bathroom had used loo roll on the floor, floors were filthy, I had to go buy cleaning products as we stuck to the floor. Kettle switch had been stuck on so just fell off, shower curtain was brown, cutlery and bowls dirty. Stains on throws of beds. Holes in bedroom stuffed up with tissue. Dead bugs on the floors in bedrooms, cobwebs and poorly finished decor. Not as per photos at all.
Dirty fridge
Floors filthy along with bin
Cobwebs
Stains on carpet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Amenities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024