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self-catering Prested Hall - Feering, Colchester

Prested Hall, Prested Hall Chase, Feering, Colchester, Essex CO5 9EE
Tel: 01376 573300    Fax: 01376 572947
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Prested Hall Stylish 15th century country house with 10 en-suite bedrooms, in 75 acres, within easy reach of Abberton Reservoir, Fingringhoe Wick, the Blackwater Estuary and many other wonderful birding areas of Essex and Suffolk. There are also one and two bedroom serviced apartments in the new annexe

Owned by wildlife enthusiasts, Prested welcomes independant travellers, groups and whole house bookings and will provide packed lunches, dinners and workshop space.

Guests may use Prested's 20 metre indoor pool, sauna and steam room, and book other health club facilities or just relax in lovely surroundings at the end of an inspiring day. No smoking throughout.

 
self-catering Apartment: 64 Harrisons Wharf - Purfleet

64 Harrisons Wharf, Purfleet Essex RM19 1QX
Tel: 0044 7967 807961
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64 Harrisons Wharf and view from itA modern 2 bedroom ground floor apartment located less than minutes walk from the RSPB Rainham Marshes bird sanctuary.

The apartment block is situated on the banks of the Thames with superb river views. The apartment is fully furnished and equipped for a self catering holiday. There is a private patio with access to communal rivers grounds.

Private parking, quick access to M25 and A13 and C2C rail to Central London. Available for weekly/fortnightly rent from £350pw.

 
self-catering Robins at Marsh Barn - Manningtree

Robins at Marsh Barn, Marsh Barn, The Causeway, Manningtree Essex C011 1QJ
Tel: 01206 397299
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Robins at Marsh BarnSelf Catering accommodation in Dedham Vale, in a converted 200 year old barn, set within well tended gardens on the banks of the river Stour. The pretty, comfortably furnished studio (20 x 15 ft) sleeps 2 (3 by arrangement). There is a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom, each 7 x 10 ft. One well-behaved dog welcome.

This is a bird watchers paradise with an RSPB reserve across the river. Visiting species have included Spoonbill, Pelican, Osprey and American Dowitcher. There are resident Egrets.

 
self-catering Marks Tey Hotel - Colchester

London Rd, Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex CO6 1DU
Tel: 01206 210001   Fax: 01206 212167
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Marks Tey HotelThe Marks Tey Is the only AA 4 star hotel near Colchester and within 20 minutes of Abberton Reservoir, Fingringhoe Wick & Blackwater Estuary.

The hotel features 110 bedrooms, lounge bar, restaurant & guests at the hotel are entitled to complimentary use of the Lifestyle health & leisure club with a 15m pool, Jacuzzi, sauna & steam room and gymnasium.

Excellent rates and offers can be found on our website and bookings can be made securely online or by telephone.

 
self-catering Pond House - Bed and Breakfast and
self-catering Pond Cottage
- Self catering at Clacton-on-sea

Pond House, Earls Hall Farm, Clacton-on-sea, Essex CO16 8BP
Tel: 01255 820458   Fax: 01255 822370
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Pond House and Pond CottageRoger and Brenda Lord are looking forward to welcoming you to Earls Hall Farm. Pond House offers 4 Diamond, Silver Award B&B in double or twin rooms both with en suite facilities.

Guests have their own lounge where homemade cakes are always available. Pond Cottage is an annexe of Pond House offers 4 Star, self catering accommodation. Two bedrooms, 1 double and 1 twin both with en suite bathrooms.

The cottage has been restored to a very high standard and has everything on hand for a comfortable stay. We are close to St Osyth and 2 miles from Clacton on Sea.

An excellent base for exploring and bird watching along the Essex Coast.

 
self-catering Rye Farm - Layer de la Haye, Colchester

Rye Farm, Rye Lane, Layer de la Haye, Colchester, Essex CO2 0JL
Tel: 01206 734350    Fax: 01206 734370
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Rye Farm Overlooking Aberton Reservoir, Rye Farm is an excellent location for bird watchers. The 17th century moated farm house is set in tranquil surroundings.

We are close to the Abberton Nature Reserve and within 5 miles of both Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve and Cudmore Country Park.

Rye Farm, a 4 Diamond B&B has two comfortable en suite rooms. Enjoy a hearty breakfast in the farmhouse and there are two pubs in the village offer evening meals.

Peter and Virginia Bunting offer a friendly and relaxing stay.

 
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