Valley View in Essex. Book This Hot Tub Cottage For Less

About Valley View

Discover the enchanting Valley View, a luxurious retreat nestled on the Essex/Suffolk border, perfect for those seeking an idyllic countryside escape. This semi-detached property comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests across 4 well-appointed bedrooms, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or group getaways.

Immerse yourself in the comfort of this beautifully refurbished cottage, boasting a contemporary open-plan living space that serves as the social heart of your stay.

The inclusion of a hot tub adds a touch of indulgence, inviting you to unwind under the stars or while soaking in the country views.

Valley View welcomes your furry friends too, ensuring that your beloved pets can join in on the adventure. With an enclosed garden and modern conveniences such as broadband/WiFi and off-road parking, every aspect of your stay has been thoughtfully considered for maximum relaxation and enjoyment.

Whether you're lounging in the stylish interiors or exploring the scenic surroundings, Valley View promises a memorable and rejuvenating holiday experience.

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Need To Know

✔Oil central heating
✔ Electric oven and hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
✔ TV, WiFi
✔ Fuel and power included in rent
✔ A travel cot, high chair and stair gates available upon request
✔Bed linen and towels included in rent
✔ Off-road parking for 4 cars
✔ 2 Well-behaved dogs welcome
✔ Enclosed rear garden with Hot Tub, barbecue, lawn, patio, furniture and sun loungers
✔ Sorry, no smoking
✔ Shop 1 mile, pub 0.6 mile
✔ Note: There is a local dog sitting service available subject to availability, should a family wish to have a day out where dogs are not allowed
✔ No stag/hen or similar

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adore Valley View for its well-equipped facilities, making it the best-equipped place they've visited in over a decade. The enclosed garden, spaciousness, and modern conveniences are perfect for both adults and children. The thoughtful touches for dogs, babies, and the provision of treats like brownies and cakes are highly appreciated. The hot tub with its changing room and towels, along with the stunning views, adds to the exceptional experience.

Getting there

To get to Valley View, if driving, use the A131 and B1508 roads which lead to the village of Mount Bures. For rail travel, the nearest station is Bures, providing connections to the main line at Marks Tey.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	4.6 miles	CO6 2LT
Train station (Bures)	1.9 miles	CO8 5AB
Pub	0.6 miles	CO8 5AD
Dog walk	0.5 miles	CO8 5AN
Supermarket	4.6 miles	CO6 2LT
Indian takeaway (The Maharani)	4.6 miles	CO6 2LT
Chinese takeaway (Happy Garden)	4.6 miles	CO6 2LT
Italian takeaway (La Piazza)	4.6 miles	CO6 2LT

For families with Kids

This destination is wonderful for families, with a spacious property and garden that provide plenty of room for children to play. The local area offers engaging activities such as the East Anglian Railway Museum, which hosts family-friendly events. The nearby countryside is perfect for outdoor adventures, ensuring a fun-filled holiday for all ages.

Is Valley View A good location for couples?

For couples seeking a romantic getaway, this destination offers tranquillity and privacy. Enjoy intimate moments in the hot tub with breathtaking views, or explore the charming local villages. Nearby, the Dedham Vale offers picturesque walks, and the historic town of Colchester presents opportunities for romantic days out exploring castles and museums.

Dining and Cafes

The closest dining options include The Lion at Leavenheath (01206 263434), just a short drive away, and The Eight Bells in Bures (01787 227007), offering delightful meals and a cosy atmosphere.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find local shops, inns, and pubs, along with picturesque walks through the Essex countryside.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation feature a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation includes a luxurious hot tub, perfectly positioned for guests to enjoy the beautiful country views or a starlit sky. Towels and a changing room are conveniently located nearby for your comfort.

Is the accommodation pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are welcome at this accommodation. The property boasts an enclosed garden, ensuring a safe and enjoyable stay for your furry friends, with thoughtful amenities provided for their comfort.

How many bedrooms does the accommodation have?

The accommodation features four beautifully furnished bedrooms, including a king-size with an en-suite, two doubles, and a twin room, all designed to ensure a restful night's sleep for guests.

What are the parking facilities like at the accommodation?

Guests have access to convenient off-road parking for up to four cars, providing peace of mind and ease of access throughout their stay at the property.

Is there a garden at the accommodation?

Yes, there is a beautifully maintained enclosed rear garden that comes with a lawn, patio, and a selection of garden furniture and sun loungers, perfect for relaxation or outdoor dining.

Are there any additional services for guests with babies?

For guests with babies, the accommodation thoughtfully provides a travel cot, high chair, and stair gates upon request, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay for the whole family.

Valley View Reviews

We have been going away to cottages for over 10 years at New Year and this has been far and away the best equipped place we have ever been too. Our party had two babies, two small dogs and a 4 year old and there was everything we needed plus more. Perfect for adults and kids as the garden is enclosed, the house is spacious and has all the mod cons can't recommend it enough!!

Our 2nd family Christmas at Valley View and another wonderful stay. The house is fabulous and the festive extra touches made us feel special and at home. Cant recommend highly enough!! Thank you x

Valley View provided superb accommodation for our family celebration. Beautifully clean and so well equipped. Lovely, friendly, helpful owners who very thoughtfully arranged equipment for the little ones and throws and treats for the dog as well as brownies for the grownups! Hot tub was lovely to sit and watch the stars from or to enjoy the country views. Great to have a changing room and towels close by. We hope to return in the summer. Thank you.

Beautiful property to stay in. The owners have given much care and thought into providing a comfortable and enjoyable home for their guests. It is spacious, stylish and clean. Wonderful views from the back garden, a hot tub to relax in and a choice of garden furniture to sit on, weather permitting. I would happily recommend Valley View to others.

Absolutely loved our stay at valley view. The house was lovely and clean and at a high standard throughout. Every detail has been thought of to make our stay with young children and two dogs as homely as possible, all the extra details were very thoughtful. We really enjoyed the cakes and the hot tub was the finishing touch along with a beautiful garden and views. My only comment would be the sofa was quite low and soft however it was comfortable enough and wouldn't put us off we would definitely return. We did have to watch the dogs in the garden as there was grapes on a vine at their height. Overall we would definitely recommend and would love to come back. Thank you for a lovely family holiday.

The house is beautifully presented and very well maintained. The kitchen is well equipped the only thing we missed were weighing scales. The garden is beautiful with excellent views and plenty of space with lots of seating options. The hot tub is great and the changing room is a nice touch. We enjoyed using the BBQ. The location is great but a bit more rural than we realised. There is a local shop and pub but these require driving to or cutting through footpaths on fields to access this is not a criticism but was not apparent from the property description. Beds were comfortable and plenty of towels which was great especially with the hot tub. Only addition which would be nice would be a hairdryer. In summary it was a great location for our family holiday there were 8 of us ranging from age 9 85. Plenty of space to relax and enjoy spending time together in between days out in the lovely Essex countryside. Thank you!

Second time staying here, amazing place!

Gheorghe

This was one of the most relaxing holidays I've had. The hosts were extremely helpful and the house had everything you needed. Extremely clean and cozy house. Lovely view in the back garden! Must stay!

Beautiful place could not fault a single thing,its got everything you need Dee ... Beautiful place could not fault a single thing,its got everything you need Dee and Terry we're so nice, views are breathtaking you will not be disappointed

Claire

We enjoyed our stay at Valley View. The hot tub was a real hit! The house was generally well equipped and the owners were generous and kind. A comfortable seat for an older person would have been a great addition in the sitting room. Also a softer pillow or two. New bulb needed in sitting room lamp for next visitors. The house was wonderfully quiet and we enjoyed the countryside views and the wildlife in the garden.

Debbie

Beautiful property and location. Thoroughly recommend.

Valley View has everything you could need for a great stay and the views from the house are amazing! Everything is spotless along with the attention to detail and comfort provided which gives visitors to this property a wonderful holiday experience.

We have just had the best family Christmas at Valley view, it is without doubt a 5 property. The location, the hot tub, the spacious rooms and the quality of everything was superb. It was made even more special by the wonderful festive touches that Dee had added, the lights, trees, decorations and table dressings were just perfect. Thank you!! We'd love to return next year.

Hannah

Valley View was a stunning 5 hotelstyle property, with every amenity you could ask for. Best parts were the huge garden with lots of different comfy furniture and the big hot tub. We left with the most amazing memories and would love to go back there one day! And the owners were so helpful and accommodating.

The place was lovely, we really enjoyed our time. So helpful and nice but without being on top of us. Everything in the house was great and the hot tub with a view was just wonderful.

Adrian

Very clean property Great to have a hot tub Quite location with beautiful ... Very clean property Great to have a hot tub Quite location with beautiful views Nice walks for our dogs Enjoyed our stay in the lovely house

Ramesh

Fantastic new built property, Fantastic Host Terry and Dee. Top notch stay, couldnt see any thing not good, all went very well. Thank you Dee and Terry We have already and will 100 recommend to our friends and family, and sure we will come back soon. Thank you.

Lovely property which was very clean and welcoming with great view from the hot tub. Peaceful setting in the village and locals were very friendly.

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Attractions Near Valley View

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Valley View itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Essex has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Colchester Zoo - CO3 0SL

about 7 Miles

Colchester Zoo is a fantastic place to visit with something for all the family. Wander around and see the array of animals in excellent habitats. Don't forget to visit the Leopards at Ussuri Falls, this new expansion can be located opposte the White Tiger Valley and the Medellin Momkeys. Other popular areas of the zoo include Tiger Taiga, Chimp World and Wallaby Walkabout. Look out for special events throughout the year such as Shriek Week on Halloween. If you book tickets online you can obtain a discount of 10% and are also fast tracked on entry to the zoo - a great idea in the school holidays.

Great Notley Park - CM77 7FS

about 12 Miles

This attraction is currently under construction but we are looking forward to it opening in early 2011. The philosophy of the Discovery Centre is 'healthy body, healthy mind, healthy planet and aims to change people's attitudes and actions towards our planet. Educational as well as fun there are plenty of activities such as outdoor sport pitches, cycle and walking trails and indoor activity rooms. This is a unique attraction for the whole family.

Ickworth House, Park & Gardens - IP29 5QE

about 18 Miles

The National Trust Ickworth House, Park & Gardens is a Beautiful 1800 acre country estate with many attractions including a fantastic adventure playground for the children and a range of nature trails which the whole family will enjoy. The site also has a family friendly cycle route a gift shop and a small café

Suffolk Owl Sanctuary - IP28 6HX

about 22 Miles

This amazing owl sanctuary located in the Stowmarket area of Suffolk should be high on your list of places to visit in the area. The attraction is also a registered charity and carries out important work in the care & rehabilitation of owls from the region. The sanctuary also raises awareness of owl conservation throughout the UK. Between April and the end of September there are two superb flying displays each day so you should try and make your visit coincide with one of these displays if you can.

National Horse Racing Museum - CB8 8JL

about 24 Miles

This is a museum with a difference and a must see if you are into horse racing. You can take guided tours around the museum or choose to wander round yourself admiring the exhibits. New for 2010 is a Junior Fun Tour which is ideal for children. Simply ask the gallery staff for a Fun Tour pack when you enter the museum and kids can answer questions and spot clues and tips on the way round. One of the most popular recent exhibitions is the Thoroughbred: State of the Art exhibition in Gallery 5 on until 31st October. Check out their websites for the latest exhibitions.

Adventure Island - SS1 2AU

about 29 Miles

Adventure Island costs nothing to enter and there is an array of rides and attractions on offer. The Big Adventure rides include the Dragon's Claw, Rage and Vortex. For younger children there is just as much fun on offer with rides like the Cow Jump, Over the Hill and Dragon. Mini Rides include the Choo Choo Train, Crooked House and Flying Jumbos. When you have ran out of energy you could have a wander round the gift shop and perhaps buy a souvenir of your day.