Located in the picturesque North Essex countryside, Orchard Cottage offers a tranquil retreat with three spacious bedrooms and an en-suite. Unwind by the wood burning fire, enjoy al fresco dining on the furnished patio or explore nearby villages like Lavenham and Long Melford.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse
Orchard Cottage is a recently built self contained three bedroom annexe to a grade II listed 16th Century farmhouse, located in close proximity to the village of Castle Hedingham in North Essex.
The cottage is located on an idyllic working farm, surrounded by beautiful land, excellent views, with ample public footpaths and bridleways for you to explore.
The location is an ideal access point to the nearby towns and villages in the Suffolk/Essex borders such as Lavenham, Long Melford, Sudbury, Finchingfield, Braintree and further afield Colchester, Newmarket, and Cambridge.
We are ideally located for weddings at Hedingham Castle (less than a 5 minute drive), as well as The White Hart, Gosfield Hall, Fennes Estate and Smeetham Hall, which are all only a short drive away.
The property has been finished both inside and out to a high quality specification. It offers three good size bedrooms, the master featuring an en-suite and a large family bathroom on the first floor. A wood burning fire provides cosy evenings in the living area, as well as a fully equipped kitchen and separate utility room. The dining room offers a large dining table with seating for up to eight people and flat screen television on the wall.
The outside has a generous grassed area, furnished patio with charcoal BBQ and separate driveway and parking for up to four vehicles. There is a dog kennel for anyone wishing to bring dogs, but who don’t want them in the property all the time.
Tea & Coffee are provided on arrival. We have a Tassimo coffee machine in the Kitchen, we provide a few complimentary capsules on arrival, but please feel free to bring some with you for your stay. We provide bedding, towels and toiletries complimentary.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Furnished patio
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: One dog, ground floor only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: One travel cot, stair gate & highchair available
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Halstead, this cottage is in a rural area. Freeport Outlet Village and Braintree Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Cornard Country Park and Flitch Way Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Colne Valley Railway, or check out an event or a game at Milbank Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, fishing and winery tours. Visit our Halstead travel guide
Is Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse located?
This family-friendly Halstead cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Deer Park and Hedingham Castle. Colne Valley Railway and Little Yeldham Village Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Orchard Cottage - Newly Built Farmhouse Outhouse Reviews
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The cottage was so comfortable, warm, clean and the kitchen was fully equipped which made it easy to prepare a Christmas meal. Really enjoyed the location …very peaceful. Just perfect !
Lovely stay surrounded by farmland, having all the information about walks was really helpful.
Location is great as so many pubs nearby and things to see and do. We were mainly visiting family but really convenient. We had everything we needed.
Comfortable, well-equipped cottage built onto the end of the farmhouse next door, with its own drive and grounds and ample parking space. The setting is rural, surrounded by fields and copses, just over a mile down a narrow single track lane. Very quiet, apart from the sound of planes on the flight path into Stansted airport 15 miles or more away, which didn't really bother us in October (though for a couple of nights bizarre acoustics did make a couple staying next door in the farmhouse sound as though they were inside the cottage with us and going up and down the cottage stairs). The cottage had just about everything we needed, and there were lots of pheasants about to entertain us with their antics. The biggest issue was the wi-fi, which was provided via a router extender located in the farmhouse next door. When we arrived we could only get a stable connection in the main bedroom but after a couple of requests to Lucy the extender was moved nearer to the cottage so the signal reached as far as the house bathroom upstairs and the dining room downstairs, albeit with a speed way below the 50+ mbps stated on the website.
Stephen S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shaun
14 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is absolutely fantastic! A perfect stay in the country.
Beautiful cottage and grounds. Would stay again. One of best Vacay places we have ever stayed! Heated floors, full kitchen, amazing views with lots of nature.
Lovely location, although on the flight path to Stansted!
The house was relatively clean, we did find a couple of stray socks behind the TV unit.
Property didn't have a hair dryer which would have been useful & the WiFi wasn't up to much.
Apart from that had everything you need
Stayed for 3 nights for a wedding at the castle and loved every minute of it. Such a beautiful little cottage inside and out, very clean, a home from home. Everything you could need, the garden is beautiful and so relaxing, make sure to sit out and watch the little bats in the evening. Brilliant location. Would highly recommend!
As described, the property is nicely appointed with plenty of storage, and an outside area to sit and have a drink, or play with young children. It’s quiet and peaceful and in many ways an ideal getaway for some family time. However, the issue for our group was that the listing didn’t indicate that the two double bedrooms are conjoined: you access the main double with en-suite through the other double room. For a single family of parents and children this wouldn’t be a problem, but for two couples it wasn’t ideal.
Beautiful scenery, lovely cosy cottage and peaceful setting. We have loved our time here and don’t want to go home!! Brought 2 teenage girls with us and it was great they could be at one end of the cottage and us at the other, very peaceful for us!! Our little dog had a fabulous time watching the gates run through the field. Great to be at one with nature!! Great place to stay.
What a fabulous place to get away from it all. Very clean and well appointed property. We had a great Christmas break and the turkey was excellent. Would certainly consider staying here again.