South Heath Barn, south heath road, Colchester, CO7 8RD, United Kingdom
#2 of 17 hotels in Colchester
Guests' ChoiceBased on 48 hotel reviews
9.9Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.7
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Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Kylie
United KingdomThere wasnt anything not to dislike the place is beautiful and beautifully kept.
Everything, Heather went out of her way to make it perfect. Definitely will be revisiting. Location is perfect. Vewis are beautiful & Spotless. Perfect for a getaway with your other half. The garden is perfectly kept, Cosy and warm. Hottub is clean and well kept. Beautiful place for star gazing definitely a chilled place away from reality.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Sebastian
United KingdomPerfect views, good facilities and the hot tub was spot on
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Uchechi
United KingdomI did knock off a star because it didn’t have access to wifi. This would be perfect if you want to switch off and just be in each other’s company. However, my partner and I had a couple emergency work errands to do so that’s why it was inconvenient.
This was such a beautiful and cosy hut equipped with all the facilities we needed to make our stay very comfortable. The shower had a good pressure and temperature, the bed was soft and comfortable, and the hot tub was a relaxing experience. In summary, I would recommend this place!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Grace
United KingdomLoved the whole experience, Heather was really helpful and had added amazing touches. Can't speak highly enough of this place it was absolutely perfect.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Sammie
United KingdomThe hut was so comfy, cosy and clean! It was the perfect little romantic getaway. We absolutely loved the hot tub and all the lovely intricate details around the place like the Christmas decorations, pond and it was also the perfect spot for sunset. Heather was a great and very helpful host. Would definitely come again!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Olivia
United KingdomN/A
The views are always incredible as well as the peace of the surrounding area. The added extra touches were so lovely. Always makes it feel so tailored and personal to us each time we visit 😍 can't wait to come back again soon 😁
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Daniel
United KingdomThat we had to go home eventually
We loved everything, exactly what we were looking for. Quiet remote break away from busy lives
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Kerry
United KingdomThe property was so cosy and sweet and had so many wonderful little touches.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Filtness
United KingdomThere’s nothing I can say I didn’t like 
Location was perfect. The surroundings were beautiful would definitely recommend and go again. 
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Amber
United KingdomVery relaxing spot but road can be a little noisy at peak times, however we live down a quiet country road normally so most roads are busier!
Beautiful shepards hut, very well equipped. Heather went the extra mile to help us celebrate our honeymoon. Perfect spot for relaxing and the hot tub is lovely. Great views across the fields at the back and doesn't feel overlooked at all. Ducks are just the cutest and really made our stay special. The hut is fab and even though its naturally a small space everything is so well thought out. We loved it!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 July 2023
Claire
United KingdomNothing to dislike at all
This place was absolutely amazing, so peaceful, relaxing and comfortable. Spotlessly clean everywhere. Heather the host was fabulous and nothing was too much trouble, this is a complete gem of a place and we can not wait to return!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
Christopher
United KingdomThe weather!
The location, although close to the road, was private and secluded and our only interruptions were from the family of ducks that live in the pond occasionally so asking for food food. The hut itself is fitted to a very high standard with all we needed for a comfortable stay, and with Greatly Bentley (and more importantly a few pubs) only a short distance away by car, it was a pleasant stay despite the great British weather.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Janine
United KingdomBeautiful inside the hut & outside. Peace & tranquility as well as a few ducks. The owner was very helpful & knowledgeable about the wildlife & the area.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Ruslan
United KingdomTime is flying to fast when you are there :))))
There is not words to describe our experience. You have to be there to understand it!!!!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 15 June 2023
Krystal
United KingdomOnly thing that slightly let us down was the over grown grass over the fence blocking the view over the field but this wasn't really an issue for us as we was exploring for most of our stay anyway!
Loved it all! Peaceful and quiet, host was super friendly and happy to do everything to make our stay the best she could! The hut was lovely and cosy, and the hot tub was amazing too!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Millin
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing it was all amazing
Host was absolutely amazing, always there if needed her. Explained everything in detail I.e hot tub etc. The hut itself was the cutest and soo comfy! We literally spent all day just relaxing in the hot tub and in bed watching movies.. absolute bliss from our busy lifestyles and no better way to celebrate our baby moon and anniversary! Defo recommend and defo be coming again 100%!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 7 May 2023
Paris
United KingdomIf was perfect.
We got there and was greeted by an amazing host and some very cute ducklings!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 April 2023
Hannah
United KingdomThe hut was beautiful, clean, tidy, cosy and romantic. Very well thought out accommodation in front of a field which made for beautiful sunsets within large private gated land including a bridged lake and ducks which we could feed with seed provided by our wonderful and welcoming host Heather. The garden was stunning in the evenings from the hot tub with all of the twinkling lights. A perfect quiet getaway from the bustle and traffic of town life.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 30 January 2023
Danielle
United Kingdomvery private, beautifully decorated, many thoughtful home comforts included with the amazing bonus of a Hot tub.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 12 December 2022
Clinton
United KingdomNothing!!
Everything!!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 9 November 2022
Olivia
United KingdomIt felt very cozy and warm. We loved all the extra touches made for our trip. The hot tub was incredible, especially on a cold winter day.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 23 October 2022
Sean
United Kingdomi honestly can’t answer this because there wasn’t anything I didn’t like
the property was beautiful very clean and welcoming
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Deborah
United KingdomHeather was an amazing host. I was celebrating my Birthday and wanted somewhere that would be a retreat, this was that and more. The stillness and experiencing nature at her best was out of this world. My husband and I had the best time ever, the hut was cosy, clean and exceptional, the gardens, swing seat and hammock all added to a most memorable stay. The garden's seated area looks out to endless fields and the hot tub was to die for. The location of the hut allows for you to be screened yet able to take in all of nature, so nice to be in at night looking up at the stars with fairy lights scattered in all the right places. The layout and grounds have a welcoming and relaxed feel away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The pond and the ducks simply just add to a perfect stay. Heather provided lovely touches to celebrating my Birthday. She has created a little piece of heaven on earth in Colchester. We will definitely be back. Thank you Heather for helping us to make memories. Deborah & Derrick
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 4 August 2022
Lianne
United KingdomLoved every minute of it. The scenery was breath taking. The hut was cosy and warm and welcoming
Stayed in August 2022
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