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Reviews of Lauriston Stay

School Hill, Birch, Colchester, Birch, CO2 0NA, United Kingdom

#1 of 4 hotels in Birch

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Review score

Based on 68 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 30 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was nice, if a hair dryer and some shower gel could be provided. Use of TV a bit tricky.

    Helpful information concerning check-in provided. Flat was very clean and suitable for a short stay. The private parking was a big plus.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    10
    Excellent location, very clean and first class accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. We had a great time.

    Very clean, clear instructions on arrival and departure.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no milk for the tea.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    10
    Excellent facility and ideally suited location for our visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing to dislike.

    Convenient location, in exceptional clean, tidy and well presented condition. Easy to access, very well equipped, everything needed was provided.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    9.0
    Great place, nice location in Essex countryside, close enough to Colchester for easy access.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A better fridge in the room would have been nice.

    Lovely village location. Directions to property were spot on. Lovely private courtyard area.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2024

    10
    A very well appointed apartment , comfortable bed and quiet location .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    An extra shelf or somewhere to stand toiletries in bathroom would have been to an advantage

    Not provided

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    10
    A gem of a place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    My husband and I had a very late check in which was accommodated with no problem. The studio was easily accessible and beautiful. Very spacious and good location.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    A great place to stay, Karen was a great host and very helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some additional drawers would be useful if coming for more days

    Both apartments are tastefully decorated, with pretty much everything you need. Tea, coffee and milk were supplied. Parking at the property for one car per apartment and easy access to local pubs, one within walking distance. We went to Layer Marney Tower for a wedding and it’s only 2.5 miles away, which was perfect. Both bathrooms are super clean and great showers. Very private and very nice and quiet. We needed an iron and Karen supplied this.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really great space and really well decorated.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    As above
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location for our needs, spotless, exactly as described in the advert, very helpful host, would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Great find and would definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All great, no complaints

    Perfect for what we needed, great property in a beautiful location. Immaculate too

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    9.0
    Perfect location, excellent accommodation, fabulous host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was perfect at only a few miles from the wedding venue. Our host Karen was fantastic - nothing too much trouble and the communications were excellent. The place was spotlessly clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    10
    Clean, modern, spacious, fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was amazing

    Great location right by the wedding venue I was getting married at. Loved how accommodating Karen was. Both apartments were perfect for what we wanted.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    9.0
    Perfect! We will return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Could have done with a couple of smaller cups for espresso coffee? Only a minor observation as the apartment was well equipped.

    Excellent stay at Lauriston. Cartlodge was very comfortable with nice modern decor and equipped to a high standard. Definitely beats staying in a hotel. Karen and Neil were perfect hosts.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    10
    Stylish and comfortable base for visiting family for a few days.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Though there was no kitchen, there was more than enough equipment and space for cereal and hot drinks… with a comfy sofa in front of the TV. The bed was comfortable and the shower room is of a very high standard.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, facilities and comfort

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    10
    I am local to the area from many years ago so I knew my way around and I knew exactly where I was g
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were completely satisfied with everything Nothing could have been better

    Breakfast was not included

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    10
    Perfect for a travelling engineer. Welcoming, warm and embracing.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Love it all.

    The secret garden, a delight, was a wonderful place to sit, soak in the atmosphere and beauty, drink tea and contemplate. The room was excellent, well fitted out, amazingly clean and the bathroom superb in every way, down to the squeegee.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    8.0
    Good host and location, spotless but facilities limited
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We booked two properties described as self catering I believe. One of which didn’t have any cooking facilities and tiny fridge. This didn’t matter in our case as we joined forces to eat and store breakfast stuff. Some extra external chairs would have been useful for this. Beds we’re rather small for us but we are used to super king. Could do with bottle opener, wine glasses and scissors.

    N/a re breakfast as self catering both the properties were absolutely spotless. The location was good for our purposes. The host gave clear instructions about how to find the properties. Tea coffee and milk were provided.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    8.0
    Nice and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Having to leave by 10am. As we like to lie in on holiday and take it easy, we like not to be rushed when leaving.

    Self catering. Apartment to ourselves. Come and go as we liked.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    9.0
    A great find - ideal for a weekend away!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Blinds and glass in the 'front door' did not darken room so early morning light kept us awake. Wasn't sure why there were bottles of tap water in the room - were we not supposed to drink the tap water in the room?

    Clean, warm and comfortable with lovely decor. The mini 'kitchen' including the small fridge was a bonus. Nice and private room with comfortable seating area. A real hidden gem.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shrubs on the access drive need trimming back!

    Immaculate decoration of the room and shower room. Table and chairs in the small outdoor yard were appreciated. All of the fittings, crockery, furniture etc. was like new.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    10
    perfect, amazing place to stay after a hard day working 6hrs away from home
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing to dislike

    amazing stay, very friendly staff, super clean, so welcoming and tranquil, I was able to unwind after a stressful day at work in a beautiful setting, will definitely be returning

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2023

    9.0
    Super studio in lovely surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A blackout blind would be handy for one of the windows.

    Cute little outdoor seating area. Lovely to open the door, sit outside and hear the birds tweeting. Private. Room very clean and tidy. Easy to check in and out. Property beautifully maintained. Easy walk to a pleasant country pub for dinner.

    Stayed in June 2023

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