Title: The Brambles 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 # The Brambles Cottage in Colchester with free parking ![Fridge, electric kettle, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91800000/91793500/91793422/7bbbb17e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91800000/91793500/91793422/85721dec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91800000/91793500/91793422/96484336.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91800000/91793500/91793422/386926d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91800000/91793500/91793422/e4e1fbf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Brambles provides amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking included £516 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov ## 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. ### The Brambles Cottage in Colchester with free parking An outdoor pool, an arcade/games room and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. The cottage features free WiFi, a washing machine and a kitchen with a fridge. An electric kettle and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - 24-hour pool access - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table ### 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 - 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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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards 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. ### We should mention 24-hour pool access ### Property is also known as The Brambles Cottage The Brambles Colchester The Brambles Cottage Colchester ## 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%7C51.87435%2C0.85777&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tPUTW5LHJCh8-7-ZcNSE-PIPFn8=) Sprotts Farm Holt Road Polstead, Colchester, England, CO6 5BT #### What's nearby - Colchester Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Mercury Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Colchester Town Hall - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles - Colchester Castle Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles - University of Essex - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles #### Getting around - Colchester Town Station - 8 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Live & Let Live - ‬3 min drive - ‪Harvester - ‬4 min drive - ‪Nando's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Brambles have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Brambles? > As of 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brambles on 9 Nov 2025 start from £516.0, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Brambles.h91793422.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Brambles pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Brambles? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Brambles? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Brambles? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Brambles located? > Situated in Colchester, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Birch Grove Golf Club, Colchester Golf Club and Colchester Zoo. Manifest Theatre and Roman Circus House are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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