Beautifully Renovated Edwardian Gatehouse in Private Historic Country Estate

A perfectly proportioned Lutyens inspired Edwardian gatehouse with privileged access to a private country estate elevated on the southern ridge of the glorious Dedham Vale. Recently renovated, The Lodge has been fully modernised and finished to the highest standards to provide a luxurious gateway to the heart of Constable Country with its famous villages, numerous trails, walkable pubs, restaurants and bucolic delights. With an indulgent king-sized bed, en-suite waterfall power-shower, fully equipped kitchen and spa hot tub, The Lodge is a peerless romantic retreat.
Ground Floor
Sitting Room – Three-seater L shaped sofa facing a fireplace containing a high quality flame imitation electric log burner and large wall mounted Smart TV above. There is also a dining table with two matching chairs.
Kitchen – Large butler’s style sink, electric oven with twin induction hobs, full sized fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, Grind (pod) coffee machine and washer dryer.
Gate Keepers Bedroom – King-sized bed with a bedside table, reading lamps and built in cupboard.
En-suite Shower-room – Walk-in waterfall power-shower, hand-basin and lavatory.

Outside
Parking Area – In front of the Lodge is a large off-street parking area.
Garden Terrace – Cut into the surrounding woodland is a landscaped terraced garden enveloped by natural vegetation.
Hot Tub – An electric two-person insulated spa hot tub that heats and bubbles with the touch of a button for hassle-free and immersive relaxation (included in booking price).
Private Country Estate – The Lodge has immediate access to the private Langham Hall Estate which can trace its history back to 1086. There are five hundred acres of fine walks, equestrian paddocks, unparalleled views of the Dedham Vale and optional extra country activities including: a 4x4 estate tour, riding, clay shooting experiences and fishing. The Estate Office and Langham Church in the middle of the estate are captured in John Constable’s ‘Glebe Farm’ painting from 1830.

As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a hot tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Colchester cottage is smoke free.