This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Colchester Visitor Information Centre and Hollytrees Museum. The vacation home includes a microwave, a Smart TV, and a TV.
Colchester Castle Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Mercury Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
University of Essex - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
Getting around
Colchester Town Station - 10 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Beijing - 14 min walk
Goat & Boot - 9 min walk
The British Grenadier pub - 10 min walk
The Odd One Out - 12 min walk
Oriental House - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cosy 3-Bed Home in Central Colchester
Welcome to The Barrack Nest, a charming and uniquely styled 3-bedroom semi-detached home located just minutes from Colchester town Centre and Colchester Town Train Station. Whether you're visiting for business, family, or a weekend getaway, this fully equipped home offers comfort, convenience, and character.
Property Highlights: Ground Floor: Fully equipped kitchen open to a cozy sitting and dining area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Also features a single bedroom and a modern, inviting bathroom.
First Floor: Two well-appointed bedrooms offering peaceful, restful spaces.
Outdoor Space: Enjoy the well-kept back garden — a great spot to unwind during the warmer months.
Parking & Transport: Free public parking is available on-street directly outside the property and on nearby Cannon Street.
Excellent transport links, with Colchester Town train station and several bus routes providing easy access to all parts of Colchester and beyond.
Amenities Nearby: Shops, cafes, restaurants, and all essential services are just a short walk away, making it easy to enjoy everything Colchester has to offer.
Discover Colchester – A City Steeped in History As the second-largest city in Essex and the site of the first Roman capital in Britain, Colchester is rich in culture and heritage.
The vacation home is heated and features 3 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and an oven.
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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Colchester, a short 15-minute walk from Colchester Castle Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Xtreme Gaming. You'll also find Colchester Castle Museum and Colchester Natural History Museum less than a mile away.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 23.8 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 27.8 mi away.