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The Old Cattle Barn

Vacation home in Colchester

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Essex, England
  • Place, Layer Marney Tower
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located within a mile (2 km) of Layer Marney Tower, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Abberton Reservoir. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Layer Marney Tower - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 14 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 14 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • University of Essex - 17 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Kelvedon Station - 9 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hare and Hounds - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tiptree Tea Room & Jam Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Crown - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donkey & Buskins - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬6 min drive

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 Cattle Barn

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place
The Old Cattle Barn | Sleeps 6 | Layer Breton, Essex
A countryside retreat with 3 stylish bedrooms, open-plan living, luxury bathroom, and sun-soaked patio. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups seeking peace, comfort, and rural charm - just 15 mins from Colchester Town!

The space
✨ Luxury Countryside Retreat | Layer Breton, Essex

The Old Cattle Barn - you secure exclusive access to a private setting.

Set amidst rolling fields and peaceful woodlands in Layer Breton, this extraordinary hideaway offers the ideal base for group escapes, family celebrations, holistic retreats, and stylish countryside weekends.


🏡 The Space

An exceptional properties, the barn is tastefully designed with a blend contemporary elegance:

Beautifully appointed bedrooms with premium mattresses and soft linens

Grand open-plan living areas with cosy corners

Garden patio, ideal for alfresco dining, morning yoga or champagne toasts at sunset

Your group will love:

Outdoor space

Elegant interiors with luxury finishes throughout

Pet-friendly options (only on request for well behaved pets)

Optional extras: Earlier check-in/late checkout


📍 Prime Essex Location

Tucked away in Layer Breton, you're just:

15 mins from Colchester (Britain’s oldest recorded town)

Close to Dedham Vale AONB, coastal walks, and charming pubs, Clacton-on-Sea beach

Under 1.5 hours from Central London, perfect for effortless retreats or reunions.
The vacation home is heated and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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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
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

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 safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Colchester, close to Layer Marney Tower, Colchester Zoo, and Five Lakes Resort. You'll also find Colchester Golf Club and Abberton Reservoir within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

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.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Cattle Barn?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 18.5 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Old Cattle Barn?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Old Cattle Barn.