The Old Cartlodge

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The Old Cartlodge is a detached property resting on the outskirts of Sible Hedingham. It comes with three bedrooms, comprising of a ground-floor four-poster bedroom with en-suite shower, a ground-floor twin with a en-suite wet room and a double bedroom, together sleeping up to four people. The property is completed by an open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and a sitting area. Outside you will find off-road parking for two cars and an enclosed lawn area with furniture. The Old Cartlodge is a superb base for exploring this lovely part of Essex.

A picturesque village dating back to medieval times with narrow, winding streets and lots of timber framed cottages; many of which date back to the 15th century. The Norman castle, after which the village is named, is open to visitors and has within it a keep which is believed to be the best preserved in England. The castle holds regular events including jousting tournaments, archery contests, battle re-enactments and is a popular wedding venue. Every little boy wants to drive a steam train when he grows up, well now is your chance! With the Colne Valley Railway you can book a Driver Experience Course and experience what it is like for real. There is a fine choice of eating establishments in the village from a cream tea or light snack at the local tea shop up to a full meal at one of the village pubs or the restaurant. There is also a post office, an excellent children's playground and plenty of walks and pathways to explore by foot or cycle. Sudbury offers a weekly market, plenty of choice for shopping and supermarkets, Gainsborough's house and a setting beside the River Stour. Braintree is a bustling market town just a short distance away where you can enjoy multiplex cinema and Freeport Designer Outlet. Dedham and Flatford in Constable Country and are well worth a visit, whilst Thaxted gives everyone the chance to slow down and enjoy this beautiful countryside before you get ready for the excitement of horse racing at Newmarket! Colchester, the oldest city in England, is less than 30 minutes away where you can visit the zoo, Colchester Castle or sample the oysters. Cambridge, with its river and academic links, and Lavenham, home to the Guildhall and excellent restaurants, are easily reached, as is London, with the Olympic site at Stratford around an hour away by train, and central London only an hour and fifteen minutes by train from the station at Witham.

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size four-poster bed with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x first-floor small double (4ft). Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area

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Essex is an exciting and diverse region of England, found to the east of London with a great coastline as well as fantastic historical hidden gems. The county is also home to undulating countryside, rolling wheat fields and beautiful ancient woodlands, all of which covers over three quarters of this wonderful county. So if you’re looking to take a luxury cottage holiday where you can relax and take in the sights as well as get out and explore then Essex may just be the county for you. A walker’s paradise, Essex boasts the popular Essex way which crosses the county from south west to north east as well as many more coastal and countryside trails. The diverse coastline, also the longest of any English county can also provide you with plenty of entertainment with traditional seaside resorts and historic maritime towns. Blue flag beaches, exciting boat trips and fresh seafood restaurants await your arrival to Essex. Maybe your dog would also enjoy a trip to the seaside so why not book a Pet-friendly Luxury cottage and enjoy your high quality, beautifully presented accommodation with all the family.