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Church Road, Colchester, CO4

Letting details

Let available date:
04/10/2026
Deposit:
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Furnish type:
Furnished
Council Tax:
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PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Key features

  • No Agent Fees
  • Students Can Enquire
  • Property Reference Number: 2866804

Description

Property Reference: 2866804.

Escape to a designer-owned guesthouse in the heart of the Dedham Vale AONB — Constable Country on the Essex/Suffolk border. This peaceful countryside retreat sits in a private orchard down a quiet lane in the village of Boxted, just 10 minutes from Colchester and 15 from Ipswich. Perfect for couples, small families, remote workers, and anyone craving a quiet rural escape with free parking.

Renovated to a high standard, this self-contained guesthouse is entirely yours. You'll have your own private entrance, private lounge, fully equipped private kitchen, private bathroom and a comfortable master bedroom with a king bed (plus a sofa bed, sleeping up to 3 guests). Another highlight is the spacious garden and patio area with the house situated in the middle of an orchard.

Every modern comfort has been thought through: high-speed Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace for remote working, a large smart TV with surround sound, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, and a fully stocked kitchen for home-cooked meals or lazy breakfasts.

Step outside to your own garden dining area set among apple trees in a working orchard — the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening wine, or al fresco dinners under the Suffolk skies.

Why guests love it

  • Dedham Vale AONB location — walk straight into Constable Country from the doorstep
  • Orchard setting — wake up to birdsong, private garden dining
  • Self-contained — your own private lounge, kitchen, bathroom and entrance
  • Free off-street parking — included throughout your stay
  • Designer interiors — stylish, comfortable, high-quality finishes throughout
  • Remote-work ready — fast Wi-Fi, dedicated desk, quiet surroundings
  • Romantic getaway — king bed, garden, countryside setting
  • Walking paradise on the doorstep (Stour Valley Path, Essex Way)

What to do nearby

The Dedham Vale is one of England's most beautiful pockets of countryside, made famous by the painter John Constable. From the guesthouse you can easily explore:

  • Flatford Mill & Willy Lott's House — the landscapes of Constable's most famous paintings
  • Dedham village — riverside walks, rowing boats, tea rooms and The Sun Inn
  • Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa — two championship courses and spa facilities
  • The Stour Valley Path & Essex Way — miles of walking trails directly from the village
  • Colchester (10 mins) — Britain's oldest recorded town, zoo, castle, shops and restaurants
  • Ipswich (15 mins) — marina, shopping, train links to London
  • Beth Chatto Gardens, Boxted Airfield Museum, Langham Glass — nearby day trips
  • Local gastropubs: The Sun Inn (Dedham), The Crown (Stoke by Nayland), The Angel (Stoke by Nayland), The Anchor (Nayland), The Boathouse (Dedham)

Ideal for

Romantic getaways · couples' breaks · remote working retreats · writers' escapes · small family holidays · solo countryside breaks · walking holidays · anniversary stays · Constable Country sightseeing · Suffolk/Essex border exploring · city breaks from London (50 minutes by train to Colchester)

Guest access

The entire guesthouse is yours. Private entrance, private lounge, private kitchen, private bathroom, private garden — fully self-contained for complete privacy and independence. Free off-street parking on site throughout your stay.

Getting here

  • 10 minutes to Colchester (mainline trains to London Liverpool Street in ~50 minutes)
  • 15 minutes to Ipswich
  • 25 minutes to Harwich International Port
  • Under 90 minutes from central London by car or train
  • Stansted Airport approximately 50 minutes by car


Summary & Exclusions:
- Rent Amount: £2,095.00 per month (£483.46 per week)
- Deposit / Bond: £2,095.00
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Property comes furnished
- Available to move in from 04 October 2026
- Maximum number of tenants is 2
- Students welcome to enquire
- Smokers considered
- Bills not included
- Property has parking
- Property has garden access
- Property has fireplace
- EPC Rating: E

If calling, please quote reference: 2866804

Fees:
You will not be charged any admin fees.


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