Title: Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House Family-friendly holiday home in Colchester with an outdoor pool ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58180000/58171600/58171513/b218983b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58180000/58171600/58171513/8fdea41b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58180000/58171600/58171513/ecfd6ea4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58180000/58171600/58171513/0ffe1e2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58180000/58171600/58171513/94bfab7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Set in the grounds of a 17th Century Manor House, this luxury cottage offers a serene escape. Explore over 80 acres of gardens and countryside, or unwind by the private garden with access to a pool and woodland trails. The estate is home to friendly goats, sheep, and horses. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House Welcome to our newly refurbished, luxury cottage. Situated in the grounds of a 17th Century Manor House, this self-contained cottage benefits from its own private entrance and a private garden. There are over 80 acres of gardens/countryside and a 3km woodland trail for you to explore. Located on the rural Essex / Suffolk border, we are just 3 miles from Colchester the oldest recorded town in Britain. The space: This recently refurbished cottage is on the grounds of our Grade II\* listed manor house, with its own entrance and plenty of parking. The house includes a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a guest bedroom with a king-size best, two bathrooms, full kitchen with all the amenities and a living area with comfortable seating and large SMART TV. You will have access to 80 acres of estate parkland, so bring your bikes (we can safely store them) and your walking/running shoes to explore over 3km of woodland trails. Enjoy family fun in the pool, come and pet the goats, sheep and horses, or borrow a hamper and have a private picnic anywhere on the estate. For an additional charge, you can have exclusive fishing rights for the day on the 1-acre carp lake (home to over a dozen 25lbers). Please note the use of the pool has to be booked in advance (this is free of charge.) Our pool is open for use from April to September. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Fenced private pool - Heated pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Heated pool - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116320000/116310600/116310538/8139ed0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Countryside Cottage in Bulmer- Sleeps 6/7 Sudbury - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=116310538&PinnedHotelID=116310538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73270000/73269300/73269219/74351059.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maltings Lodge, Chelsworth Chelsworth - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=73269219&PinnedHotelID=73269219&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24306800/24306765/446d2d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A delightful lodge with hot tub on Wakes Hall Farm is a haven of peace. 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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 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 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 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 ### Property is also known as 2 Bedroom Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House ## 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%7C51.93420%2C0.85281&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PD5SySkNyH2Ne8mzYVDJM7s8d4w=) Colchester, Essex #### What's nearby - Dedham Vale - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles - Colchester Community Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - High Woods Country Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles - Mercury Theatre - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles - Colchester Castle Park - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles #### Getting around - Bures Station - 13 min drive - London (STN-Stansted) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬8 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dog & Pheasant - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House located? > This family-friendly Colchester holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dedham Vale and Colchester Community Stadium. Tenpin Bowling Colchester and Xtreme Gaming are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Newly Refurbished Cottage in the Orchard of Manor House Reviews 10 ### 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isla S. 2 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really wonderful This is a little slice of paradise. Honestly everything was better than expected and we felt like we had been on a proper holiday. The owners are lovely and so very helpful. ##### Isla S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane C. 9 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Lovely stay, very peaceful Great property but the bed is not a king size bed in either bedroom, they are double. We are both extremely tall and so ended up sleeping in separate beds to get a peaceful night's sleep (we have a super king at home but are fine with a king). ##### Jane C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma P. 27 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Cottage We had a lovely stay away in Orchard Cottage. It had everything we needed and was clean, warm and welcoming on arrival. The grounds were absolutely gorgeous and Stuart and Abby were so helpful with all our questions and requests. Thank you! ##### Emma P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony H. 26 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay From start to finish we could not fault any of our stay. The property and grounds were amazing! Highly recommend. ##### Tony H. 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