The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage

Woodburn Cottage Ardleigh Road, Dedham, CO7 6EQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>79</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
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79 reviews
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The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage

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  • The entire place is yours
  • 431 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 234 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dedham, 37 km from Hedingham Castle, 46 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 12 km from Flatford. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 34 km from Freeport Braintree. The holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Alresford is 13 km from the holiday home, while Colchester Castle is 13 km away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 61 km from The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Dedham
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Greg
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A lovely quiet location. A very spacious property for two guests - we have stayed in many that are smaller. Lots of amenities, we much appreciated the fresh milk in the fridge and the instructions folder. Also the access to the adjoining garden.”
  • Ingram
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very quiet location. Great access to public footpaths. Secure garden for our dogs. Fresh fruit and dog treats nice touch.”
  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We really enjoyed our weekend stay at the Birdhouse. Very clean and comfortable with a nice garden patio. Would stay again as it is in a good location for beautiful walks in and around Dedham vale”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nice self-contained holiday let, all facilities one would expect are provided, very comfortable and homely. Good base to visit the local area from. We had a very nice week here.”
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Communication with host was great from booking through to our stay.. Nothing too much trouble. Location was perfect and the information provided was good. Lovely break away.”
  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The place is perfect for exploring the local area. The village of Dedham is a short drive or walk and has some lovely pubs and cafes. The hosts were so helpful and had lots of good tips for what to do. It was a very peaceful and comfortable...”
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Quiet. Very little A12 traffic noise. Easy reach of Dedham. Walking routes. Easy cycling. Comfortable bed. Excellent shower. VG electrical appliances and heating. Clean and smelled clean. Fresh fruit. Near rail stations.”
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location - warm and cosy house. Tastefully decorated. Garden was beautiful.”
  • Wilkinson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “excellent location for work, and comfortable place to stay with good facilities.”
  • Ewen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great place to stay if you want a quiet country break.”

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Jimmy Brew

9.4
9.4
Host review score
Host review score
Jimmy Brew
The Bird House is a charmingly refurbished self-contained annex, with a spacious double-bedroom, sparkling modern shower room, fully fitted kitchen, comfortable living area and private patio set in the grounds of the charming 18th century Woodburn Cottage. The Bird House has an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with bi-folding doors offering views across the private patio area, beautiful garden and countryside beyond. The kitchen is equipped with everything that you may need during your stay - fridge (with freezer compartment), oven/hob, microwave, kettle, coffee machine and toaster. Complimentary tea, coffee and milk are also included. The dining area contains an extendable dining table, with seating for 4 people. The living room benefits from a large comfortable sofa, freeview TV, Blueray player and selection of DVDs. In addition, the sofa converts into a double bed with luxury memory foam mattress. Note that the living room is light and airy, with sheer muslin drapes - light sleepers may be woken by the sunrise! Wifi is available at the property. A travel cot and highchair are available should they be required. We welcome well behaved dogs!
Your hosts, Jimmy and Nicky, live next door with their two young children. They will meet you on arrival and are always available to assist with any queries.
The Bird House is a holiday home set in the grounds of Woodburn Cottage, which was originally built in the 1700's. It is located on Lamb Corner on the edge of Dedham village, providing an excellent base for exploring the stunning Dedham Vale, Colchester and beyond. The Bird House is less than 5 minutes drive - or 25 minutes walk along beautiful country footpaths - to the centre of Dedham, with it's wonderful pubs, quaint shops and boathouse. The mill pond and river provide great locations for picnics, wild swimming, and walks or boat trips to Flatford Mill. The Munnings museum and cafe is also within walking distance of the property. Manningtree and Colchester train stations are each just a few miles away and have taxi ranks. There are also bus services with stops nearby. There is plenty of free parking at the cottage if you arrive by car. Harwich ferry terminal is within 30 minutes drive, making The Bird House an excellent place to stop en-route to the continent.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Fast free WiFi 234 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage

  • The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Canoeing

  • Yes, The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage is 1.4 miles from the centre of Dedham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage on this page.