Title: 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32931782&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester Cottage in Colchester with kitchen ## Photo gallery for 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester ![Private kitchen - 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester (Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931800/32931782/18159768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester (Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931800/32931782/97ad1ba0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester (Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931800/32931782/8bba25fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester (Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931800/32931782/3fa2828c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester (Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931800/32931782/54b3724b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in an Area of Natural Beauty, this charming holiday cottage is the perfect retreat for couples. With a beautifully landscaped garden and private parking, you can unwind in style. The open-plan living space features a Freeview TV and French doors leading to the garden, while upstairs boasts a super kingsize bed with an en-suite cubicle shower. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester Filled with attractive features and set in an Area of Natural Beauty, this holiday will delight everyone.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Ipod Dock, French Doors Leading To Garden Dining area. Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge First Floor: Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Use of owner’s washing machine (by prior arrangement with owner). Lawned garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This delightful, holiday cottage is attached to the owner’s period property and its name refers to the stunning floor-to-ceiling window in the bedroom. It is set in an AONB in the Dedham Vale where the artist John Constable painted many of his famous scenes. Set in the owner’s grounds, with its own private area of garden, it is the ideal choice for a romantic break and is in an excellent area for walking and cycling. The nearby Roman town of Colchester has an excellent range of shops, as well as a zoo and castle. The peaceful Stour Estuary, Maningtree, and Mistley are a 6-minute drive, whilst London is less than an hour away by train. An excellent location to explore all the delights of both Essex and Suffolk. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 1 space) - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - CD player ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109714800/109714712/70fbc104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool. 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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 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 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 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. ### Property is also known as su-BVW-BVW ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.93516%2C0.97752&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GbRYCcXTICFnjVZ69g0vK-JynnY=) Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester #### What's nearby - Dedham Vale \- 4 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum \- 5 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Green Island Gardens Ardleigh \- 5 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Bridge Cottage \- 6 min drive \- 2.7 miles - High Woods Country Park \- 6 min drive \- 4.7 miles #### Getting around - Manningtree Mistley Station - 10 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wooden Fender - ‬20 min walk - ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪Balkerne Gate - ‬4 min drive - ‪Fish 'n' Chick'n - ‬7 min drive - ‪Boathouse Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester? ### What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester? ### What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester? ### Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 1 bedroom accommodation in Ardleigh Heath, near Colchester Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo Coulthard 8 Sept 2025 #### We enjoyed our stay at The Glass Room. We enjoyed our stay at The Glass Room. ##### Jo Coulthard This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy Marshall 1 Jul 2025 #### Extremely Helpful Host, in a lovely location. Extremely Helpful Host, in a lovely location.The Glassroom itself is great accomodation with everything you need.We would definitely stay again ##### Andy Marshall ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W. 28 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Suffolk Staycation Great location to visit Suffolk, excellent property and a warm friendly welcome ##### Robert W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn McAvoy 8 Sept 2025 #### The Glass room is peaceful, spacious and so beautifully furnished, I don't think we have ever slept The Glass room is peaceful, spacious and so beautifully furnished, I don't think we have ever slept in such a comfortable bed, including our own! The location was perfect for us, visiting Flatford Mill, the Beth Chatto gardens and a little further afield, RHS Hyde Hall. It also gave us easy access to visit family in Ipswich. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend here and had everything we needed for a very pleasant stay. ##### Kathryn McAvoy ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lois F. 2 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best bank holiday break The property is beautiful, huge glass windows overlooking the most beautiful garden. Very quiet and relaxing. We loved sitting in the living room with the doors open looking out at the alpacas. They are so cute! The bed is huge, the shower is an amazing waterfall type shower, loads of space. Great location as we had booked to go to colchester zoo and also visited flatford mill and colchester town centre. We can’t wait to come back! ##### Lois F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brown 23 Dec 2020 #### A very peaceful break away on the Essex / Suffolk borders. A very peaceful break away on the Essex / Suffolk borders. The owners are incredibly friendly and helpful, attentive to any needs but also respectful of your privacy. All in all I would not hesitate to re-book another break at the Glass Room, it was simply wonderful. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Brown This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn 21 Oct 2020 #### Friendly welcome. Friendly welcome. Property is in a nice setting (love the Alpacas) and very comfortable. We enjoyed our break and would happily book again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Kathryn This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doreen 18 Oct 2020 #### Fantastic place and welcoming hosts. Fantastic place and welcoming hosts. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Doreen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 3 Oct 2020 #### u unique lodge, comfortable, well placed to explore the area and friendly host Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Robert This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 23 Sept 2020 #### Excellent accommodation, spotlessly clean and well maintained. Excellent accommodation, spotlessly clean and well maintained. We were made to feel very welcome. The alpacas were more entertainment than TV. Highly recommended. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Ian This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn 15 Sept 2020 #### My partner and I spent a lovely week at this property in early Sept. My partner and I spent a lovely week at this property in early Sept. Views from inside the cottage of the garden and surrounding fields were fabulous - a breath of fresh air for city folk like us! The cottage was clean & tidy, well equipped, very comfortable and was spacious, light and airy. A highlight for us was watching the owner's alpacas grazing in the neighbouring field. The owners were very welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Carolyn This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeannine 9 Sept 2020 #### The Glass Room is a very comfortable cottage and is in a good location for visiting the local area. The Glass Room is a very comfortable cottage and is in a good location for visiting the local area. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Jeannine This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 23 Aug 2020 #### It was a last minute booking and the trip was in the August Summer holidays so expected to pay that It was a last minute booking and the trip was in the August Summer holidays so expected to pay that bit more for the weekend. The owners were very welcoming, the property was very well presented and in excellent condition in a great location. All in all it was very good. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Neil ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian B. 4 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful experience Lovely premises. Quiet rural location but lenty to do nearby ##### Ian B. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicky W. 12 Apr 2019 #### Just Right ! Really, really comfortable. Bright and light . Excellent location for so many places of interest and within an hour to London by train. Lovely garden and fun alpacas - a real joy to watch. Excellent pubs and restaurants near by. Emma the owner is very easy to get on with and is warm and welcoming. We had a truly enjoyable stay and we highly recommend this property. ##### Vicky W. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Colchester.h19417.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Drapers Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Drapers-Hotel.h22454758.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Stoke-By-Nayland-Hotel.h807924.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [The Blue Anchor Feering](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Blue-Anchor-Feering.h11537135.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [The Essex Golf and Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Essex-Golf-Country-Club.h1605688.Hotel-Information) > > [The Victory at Mersea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Victory-At-Mersea.h6664417.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown Stoke By Nayland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Crown-Stoke-By-Nayland.h3697573.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marlborough Dedham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Marlborough-Dedham.h4531072.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) ---