Escape awhile at Endymion Lodge where only the birds and your bubbling hot tub disturb the silence…
Our luxury 5 AA star self-catering lodge offers dreamy escapism deep within the rural seclusion of north Essex near Wakes Colne in the breath-taking Colne Valley.
Lose yourself in the 500 acres of secluded rolling private land and wander the woodlands that can offer a decent game of hide and seek or a stretching preprandial ramble. While away some time by the magnificent two acre private fishing lake stocked with carp and rudd. A playground for wildlife, you may be lucky to catch a glimpse of a kingfisher. Your furry friends will love it too – the woods with its little stream are pooch perfect for sniffing and moseying about in.
Set at the end of a mile long private driveway, our ultimate bolthole for couples or a family of four is tucked away in an ancient meadow in undulating countryside, where in decades gone by heavy horses, cattle and sheep would have grazed.
Endymion Lodge was made for making memories. You'll approve of the well-equipped kitchen, the very best of open plan living, the sumptuous en suite bedrooms and the state of the art technology.
Outside on the south-facing veranda, the lake and woodlands serve the perfect backdrop. At night laze in the bubbling hot tub, clink your glasses and reflect beneath the stars with the distant sound of an owl in your ears.
At a Glance:
All accommodation is on the ground floor (suitable for wheelchairs)
Sleeps four
One double bedroom, one twin bedroom – both en suite
One en suite bathroom and one en suite shower room
Baby welcome (travel cot and high chair available on request)
Up to three well behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge per dog)
Secure veranda area with table, chairs and loungers and steps leading down to the meadow
Outdoor hot tub
Disposable barbecue
Access to 500 acres including a two acre fishing lake and woodland.
Welcome hamper, linen and toiletries
Ample parking
Location:
Endymion Lodge is just a stone's throw from the historical viaduct at Chappel where there is a shop and post office and a picturesque pub beside the River Colne that serves locally brewed beer.
A 20 minute drive takes you to Britain's oldest recorded town, Colchester which offers a wide range of activities for all ages, from Colchester Zoo to the Roman Castle.
The world-renowned Constable country is within a 30 minute drive, where you can take a visit to Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, home of Flatford Mills, made famous by John Constable's painting, The Haywain.
The beautiful village of Coggeshall just 12 minutes' away, is steeped in history and the back drop to many television series including Lovejoy.
Expect lots of museums, stately homes and gardens. Highlights include the Gainsborough House museum and art gallery in Sudbury, Marks Hall Gardens & Arboretum, The Beth Chatto Gardens, Melford Hall and Kentwell Hall. All are within half an hour's drive.
Within a 10 minute drive is the Earls Colne Golf & Country Club together with numerous other golf courses located within a short driving distance.
The prestigious beautiful Blue Flag beaches at Clacton, quieter Frinton and Walton on the Naze are all within 50 minutes' drive.
So, whether you're celebrating a special occasion, or just fancy a few days away from the hustle and bustle, why not unwind at Endymion Lodge in the tranquil beauty of the Colne Valley?
Notes:
No smoking
* One pet is £25/stay, two pets is £35/stay, three pets is £50/stay
£100 security deposit is added to the booking cost. If dogs are included in the booking the deposit required will be £200
Minimum stay 3 nights
We operate a good neighbour policy and state that noise must be kept to a minimum outside after 10.30pm and that guests should always respect the neighbours' peace