Title: Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex Holiday home in Colchester ## Photo gallery for Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex ![Interior - Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex (Layer Breton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118760000/118754800/118754797/w904h683x60y0-045ddd2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex (Layer Breton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118760000/118754800/118754797/w918h683x47y0-c8546dbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex (Layer Breton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118760000/118754800/118754797/w905h683x60y0-40780ad3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex (Layer Breton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118760000/118754800/118754797/w905h683x60y0-edeb0e2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex (Layer Breton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118760000/118754800/118754797/w905h683x59y0-4a0c30d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex Enjoy the lovely setting of this superb spot in nature. Unwind at The Old Cattle Barn and The Whiskey Barn, two beautifully renovated modern barns tucked away in the peaceful village of Layer Breton. Close to Colchester Zoo and the tranquil waters of Abberton Reservoir, this minimalist countryside retreat is ideal for remote workers, couples’ getaways, wellness weekends, and family escapes alike. Treat yourself to fresh air, tranquility, and modern countryside living. The space ✨ Luxury Countryside Retreat | Exclusive Stay for up to 18 Guests | Layer Breton, Essex You secure exclusive access to a private setting. Set amidst rolling fields and peaceful woodlands in Layer Breton, this extraordinary hideaway offers the ideal base for group escapes, family gatherings, holistic retreats, and stylish countryside weekends. 🏡 The Space An exceptional space. The barns are tastefully designed with a blend contemporary elegance, offering beautifully appointed bedrooms with premium mattresses and soft linens. Grand open-plan living area with cosy corners. Garden patio, ideal for alfresco dining, morning yoga or champagne toasts at sunset 🌳 The Experience Wake up to birdsong and gentle countryside light pouring in. Sip artisan coffee with panoramic views. Take long walks through the surrounding Layer Breton beauty spots, or simply relax in one of the many serene indoor or outdoor lounging spaces. You will love: Exclusive use of both barns & outdoor space Elegant interiors with luxury finishes throughout Pet-friendly options (only on request for well behaved pets) Optional extras: Earlier check-in/late checkout 📍 Prime Essex Location Tucked away in Layer Breton, you're just: 15 mins from Colchester (Britain’s oldest recorded town) Close to Dedham Vale AONB, coastal walks, and charming pubs, Clacton-on-Sea beach We welcome guests of all abilities and offer disabled access to key areas of the property, making our space suitable for those with limited mobility. Additionally, we collaborate closely with a CQC-registered care agency and can arrange fully trained and experienced carers to support guests during their stay. Whether you require short breaks, personal care, or simply wish to step out while your loved one is cared for, we’re here to ensure a safe, relaxing, and inclusive experience. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71070000/71068300/71068282/f5644f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bakehouse, Coggeshall Coggeshall - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=71068282&PinnedHotelID=71068282&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119290400/119290375/2bc3ad0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy 3 Bedroom House in Colchester/pet-friendly Colchester - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly £212 includes taxes & fees 26 Dec - 27 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=119290375&PinnedHotelID=119290375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 12:00 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.823452,0.818287&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:usi%7BHiy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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TcTcHe0jN6O8nZ3migGaQqxtjYA=) Layer Breton, Essex #### What's nearby - Layer Marney Tower \- 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Colchester Zoo \- 5 min drive \- 3.7 miles - Abberton Reservoir \- 5 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Colchester Castle Park \- 14 min drive \- 10.0 miles - University of Essex \- 17 min drive \- 9.0 miles #### Getting around - Colchester Kelvedon Station - 9 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 74 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Old Crown - ‬4 min drive - ‪Donkey & Buskins - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Plough - ‬6 min drive - ‪Tiptree Tea Room & Jam Shop - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Ship - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex? ### What time is check-out at Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex? ### Where is Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Countryside Retreat | Two Elegant Barn Conversions in Layer Breton, Essex Reviews ## Reviews 8.0 ### Very good ---