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Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Cat-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Colchester, England
  • Place, East Anglian Railway Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Halstead Leisure Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks

Old School house sits in the countryside just outside White Colne and is a property that is full of character as well as being surrounded by Nature. Not only does the property have large grounds to walk around it also boasts a large living room, tv room, reading room, 4 bedrooms, a separate outside studio with its own bathroom and a large kitchen diner. This is the perfect place to get away with all the family and is still used by the owners regularly for their own get aways from life.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Pets allowed: cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this holiday home is in a rural area. Paycockes and Gainsborough's House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include East Anglian Railway Museum and Halstead Leisure Centre. Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and Assington Barn are also worth visiting.
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Colchester, England

What's nearby

  • East Anglian Railway Museum - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Halstead Leisure Centre - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Hedingham Castle - 14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 15 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Chappel and Wakes Colne Station - 7 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Horse Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bull Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks on 4 May 2026 start from £275, 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 Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy and warm old school country house surrounded by countryside and walks located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from East Anglian Railway Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Halstead Leisure Centre and Milbank Stadium. Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and Paycockes are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ally A.

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

Lovely big cottage in great location for visiting the area

Comfy and spacious cottage with all the facilities needed for a family get together. Kitchen is well equipped, a quiet location with pleasant walks nearby, and good access for the local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

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

Wonderful experience. Loved it!

I totally loved this place. Beautiful setting, delightful gardden. Beautiful inside. Loved the facilities and the chance to use old china plates and bowls and cutlery. Large enough to find a space to be on your own.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with plenty of room for a family party. Well equipped. We enjoyed the garden too, we had a dog with us.We enjoyed exploring the area, the autumn colours plus visits to the zoo and railway museum.Thank you to our host for helping when one of our party fell ill.Overall a very good stay, highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ray Catchpole

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