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The Old Post Office

Cottage in Colchester with kitchen and fireplace

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Interior
Cottage, 4 Bedrooms
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Cottage, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home 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 WiFi 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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: 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)

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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

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

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

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About the area

Map
Higham Rd., Colchester, England, CO7 6ND

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Flatford Mill - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Jimmy's Farm - 12 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
  • University of Essex - 14 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Manningtree Station - 11 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Capel Village Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Wooden Fender - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shepherd & Dog - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Manningtree 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).

The Old Post Office Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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