Title: The Old Post Office 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 Old Post Office Cottage in Colchester with kitchen and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36190000/36188300/36188263/c36ba204.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36190000/36188300/36188263/a4665b5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36190000/36188300/36188263/66948262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, 4 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36190000/36188300/36188263/fe8590d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36190000/36188300/36188263/c4127efb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Old Post Office provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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 Old Post Office Cottage in Colchester with kitchen and fireplace Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage boasts a fireplace and a deep soaking tub, while also offering a kitchen and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a fridge, and other amenities include free WiFi and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request. This cottage offers 4 accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Highchair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: GBP 25 per pet per stay - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a train station - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage ### 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 - 4 units - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19500/19417/7d9c1dbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Colchester - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 1,004 reviews £59 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=19417&PinnedHotelID=19417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted 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. ### Property is also known as Old Post Office House Colchester The Old Post Office Cottage The Old Post Office Colchester The Old Post Office Cottage Colchester Old Post Office Colchester Cottage The Old Post Office Colchester Colchester The Old Post Office Cottage The Old Post Office Colchester Old Post Office House Old Post Office Cottage The Old Post Office ## About the area Located in Colchester, this cottage is near a train station. Suffolk Distillery and Tenpin Bowling Colchester are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dedham Vale and RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Portman Road or Crown Pools. [Visit our Colchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester.dx4609) [View more Cottages in Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Cottages.d4609-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C51.98216%2C0.96163&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g_JycKGUe9zTBmjNQLqizIBdNJ0=) Higham Rd., Colchester, England, CO7 6ND ### What's nearby - Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles - Flatford Mill - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles - University of Essex - 14 min drive - 10.4 miles - Colchester Castle Park - 14 min drive - 9.5 miles - Colchester Zoo - 17 min drive - 13.5 miles ### Getting around - Bures Station - 14 min drive - London (STN-Stansted) - 58 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Capel Village Bar - ‬6 min drive - ‪Wooden Fender - ‬8 min drive - ‪Mill Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Station Buffet - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Post Office pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at The Old Post Office? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Post Office? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at The Old Post Office? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Old Post Office located? > Situated in Colchester, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Dedham Vale and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bridge Cottage. Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum and Suffolk Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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