Plumptons Farm, Ford Lane Alresford, Colchester, CO7 8AZ, United Kingdom
#3 of 17 hotels in Colchester
Guests' ChoiceBased on 215 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 October 2022
Vicky
United KingdomNothing.
It was spacious, clean, cosy, modern and well laid out.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 25 September 2022
Joanne
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike, it was all peffect.
Beautiful lodge, felt homely but romantic, lovely view, quiet and peaceful. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Holly
United Kingdombeautiful and clean and staff very helpful
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 13 September 2022
Fergus
United Kingdomlovely place very comfortable and clean -remote on a farm lovely walking and cycling
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Whitfield
New ZealandWhen I arrived I wasn’t sure I was in the right place because it was a long way down a farm track and I thought I may be in the wrong place. The trade off of the peace and quiet and lovely location was that I was a little way out from anywhere without phone signal and limited Internet in the event of an emergency.
Lovely quiet location and accommodation that was spacious and beautifully clean. Good value for money. Host was friendly and loved meeting her dogs. Choccies and bubbles welcome gift was a lovely touch
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 4 September 2022
Judith
United KingdomExcellent location Welcoming host Spotlessly clean
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 2 September 2022
Andrea
United KingdomInstructions to get there could have been more precise. Didn’t need crocs and Prosecco, a pack of shortbread would have been welcome instead.
Location very much off the beaten track, hard to find at night but beautifully quiet.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 28 August 2022
John
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing.
I can’t give a high enough rating to be honest. We wanted a relaxing couple of days to recharge, this was absolutely perfect. The location is so quiet and stunning surroundings. Erica was so welcoming, supplying complimentary bottle of bubbles and Chocolates was a lovely touch, couldn't do enough for us and a lovely, friendly lady. Will defo return at some point, would recommend to anyone.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 22 August 2022
Jenette
United Kingdomonly disappointment is we hadn’t booked to stay longer.
lovely clean, modern, spacious room, with terrace area. great location, so peaceful. helpful owners.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 12 August 2022
John
United Kingdomnothing
Spotlessly clean
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 August 2022
Joan
United KingdomWiFi and a microwave would be great additions, as well as a hair dryer. Information about walks and local facilities would have been useful.
Tranquil situation. High spec bathroom and kitchen, very comfy bed. Good size space with own patio. Wonderful views across open countryside. Treat of Prosecco and chocolates was a lovely touch. Very helpful and accommodating host - thank you.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 August 2022
Mavernie
United KingdomPerfect location.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 8 August 2022
Michael
United KingdomBe prepared for a 2 minute drive past lovely lakes on a farm track once you get through the gates. No WiFi.
This was a self-catering lodge, one of 3 in a very quiet rural location. Very well appointed but remember to bring your own supplies. Spotless and fully equipped. Good instructions before arrival.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 4 August 2022
Sophie
United KingdomThe hosts were extremely friendly and went out of there way to make my stay great. By allowing me an early check in, welcoming me with a bottle of Prosecco and chocolates! And a very clean cosy lodge! In a great peaceful location!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
David
Australianothing
location
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 24 July 2022
Martin
United KingdomEverything was far beyond what we expected
Absolutely perfect place to stay.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 24 July 2022
Alexandra
United KingdomCouldn't fault anything.
The cleanliness, the proximity to wildlife, the calm serenity of the distance from elsewhere! Erica & Josh were really lovely too.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 24 July 2022
Libby
United Kingdomthere is nothing not to love about this property. Absolute heaven. If you’re planning on staying, make sure you plan to stay longer as you won’t want to leave ❤️ Lakes surrounding and lots of walks.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 11 July 2022
Tara
United KingdomIt could probably have done with Air conditioning
It was comfortable, quiet and secluded
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 4 July 2022
Payne
United KingdomAn excellent place, spacious and clean. Extra touches such as prosecco and chocolates made it extra special. Highly recommend
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 3 July 2022
Spencer
United KingdomEverything. Great place.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 28 June 2022
David
United KingdomSuperb lodge set in a lovely area .Erica made us feel very welcome. Idea for walking and wild life. Close to Walton on the Naze, for fossil collecting. Also close to Friton on sea some excellent beaches. We will have to come back again because 4 nights is not long enough to explore .
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 22 June 2022
Hanna
United KingdomLovely neat and tidy apartment with beautiful surroundings and views, feels nice and private and also very close to the seaside so a great location.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 16 June 2022
Mark
United KingdomNothing.
It was a superb place to stay. Lovely and peaceful location. Accommodation was very well equipped and extremely comfortable.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 13 June 2022
Beth
United KingdomN / A!
Absolutely lovely stay - stunning location felt so relaxing there. Nice and quiet, with all amenities needed inside the lodge. Had a perfect night away :) would definitely recommend and revisit, the little touches of chocolate and prosecco were much appreciated 10 /10! Thank you.
Stayed in June 2022
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