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Cottage, 4 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Old Post Office (Colchester)
Cottage, 4 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Old Post Office (Colchester)
Interior - The Old Post Office (Colchester)
The Old Post Office provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Old Post Office

  • Upscale cottage near a train station
  • The Old Post Office provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike parking and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Old Post Office offer comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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)

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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

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 Colchester Community Stadium or Portman Road. Visit our Colchester travel guide
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Higham Rd., Colchester, England, CO7 6ND

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale
    Dedham Vale
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Willy Lott's Cottage outside in flatford mill in constable country old and famous location building from a painting on a summer afternoon with no people very beautiful
    Flatford Mill
    10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Colchester Zoo
    Colchester Zoo
    22 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park
    Colchester Castle Park
    24 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • University of Essex
    21 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station
    16 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Anchor Inn
    7 min drive
  • Fields Farm Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Hare & Hounds
    5 min drive
  • Jubilee Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • The Marquis
    7 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional