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The Old Cattle Barn

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets - The Old Cattle Barn (Essex)
The Old Cattle Barn provides laundry facilities and more.

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Cattle Barn

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place
The Old Cattle Barn | Sleeps 6 | Layer Breton, Essex
A countryside retreat with 3 stylish bedrooms, open-plan living, luxury bathroom, and sun-soaked patio. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups seeking peace, comfort, and rural charm - just 15 mins from Colchester Town!

The space
✨ Luxury Countryside Retreat | Layer Breton, Essex

The Old Cattle Barn - you secure exclusive access to a private setting.

Set amidst rolling fields and peaceful woodlands in Layer Breton, this extraordinary hideaway offers the ideal base for group escapes, family celebrations, holistic retreats, and stylish countryside weekends.


🏡 The Space

An exceptional properties, the barn is tastefully designed with a blend contemporary elegance:

Beautifully appointed bedrooms with premium mattresses and soft linens

Grand open-plan living areas with cosy corners

Garden patio, ideal for alfresco dining, morning yoga or champagne toasts at sunset

Your group will love:

Outdoor space

Elegant interiors with luxury finishes throughout

Pet-friendly options (only on request for well behaved pets)

Optional extras: Earlier check-in/late checkout


📍 Prime Essex Location

Tucked away in Layer Breton, you're just:

15 mins from Colchester (Britain’s oldest recorded town)

Close to Dedham Vale AONB, coastal walks, and charming pubs, Clacton-on-Sea beach

Under 1.5 hours from Central London, perfect for effortless retreats or reunions.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Colchester is home to this holiday home. Headgate Theatre and Colchester Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Layer Marney Tower and Roman Circus House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Cressing Road Stadium.
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Essex, England

What's nearby

  • Layer Marney Tower - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 14 min drive - 16.0 km
  • University of Essex - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Flatford Mill - 27 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 16 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Plough - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Donkey & Buskins - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Crown - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ship - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Old Cattle Barn located?

Situated in Colchester, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Layer Marney Tower, Abberton Reservoir and Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre. Colchester Zoo is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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