Family friendly cottage in famous picturesque village - Dedham's Old Post Office
Cottage in Tendring District
8 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
The Old Post Office sits in the heart of a village, famed for its picturesque charm and being the epicentre of Countable Country and the beautiful Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Built around 1650, extended over the centuries, and with a recent modernisation, it makes for an appealing mix of architectural styles including original wooden beams. With five large bedrooms and multiple living rooms, it offers plenty of space to relax and is ideal for family gatherings. The Old Post Office is just steps away from the village’s delights including great pubs, a café, a famous tea room, a local butcher, craft shops, a museum, and an impressive church. In the surrounding countryside, there is a plethora of activities from boating, paddleboarding, walking or just soaking up the landscape that inspired John Constable, probably England’s most renowned artist.
Ground Floor
Entrance Porch – With seat, coat, and boot storage.
Kitchen & Dining Room – At one end is a large kitchen island with a four-ring electric induction hob and extensive storage space, a large American-style SMEG fridge freezer, built-in microwave, electric oven, sink, toaster, kettle, dishwasher and clothes washer & dryer. At the other end is a dining table with seating for eight and French windows that open straight onto the garden.
Water Closet – Lavatory and hand-basin.
Snug & TV Room– Sofa with two matching armchairs, a 43” Smart TV and a door out to the garden.
Sitting Room – More of a ‘drawing room’ that runs the width of the cottage and with a large corner sofa facing the decommissioned fireplace and a smaller two-seater sofa along with a writing table and chair. This was where the Old Post Office counter served the villagers’ needs.
Cellar – Through a glass trapdoor you can see the illuminated historic bowels of the cottage.
First Floor
Munnings Bedroom –Single bed, bedside table & lamp, large freestanding mirror, built-in cupboards.
Constable Bedroom – King-size bed, bedside tables & lamps and a built-in wardrobe.
Bathroom – Bath, walk-in power shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
Shower Room – Walk-in power shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
Master Bedroom – King-size bed, matching bedside tables & lamps, chest of drawers with make-up mirror.
En-suite Shower Room (to the Master Bedroom) – Walk-in power shower, hand-basin, and lavatory.
Church View Bedroom – King-size bed, matching bedside tables & lamps, and chest of drawers.
Second Floor
Playroom – With bean bags, a dolls house, and an assortment of board games.
Rooftop Bedroom – Single bed, bedside table & lamp, and a writing desk.
Outside
Patio – Runs down the back and side with thoughtfully planted mature raised flower beds including lavender.
Lawn – Above the patio is a compact lawned area offering great view of the Church and beyond.
Paid parking is available about a five minute walk away.
Ground Floor
Entrance Porch – With seat, coat, and boot storage.
Kitchen & Dining Room – At one end is a large kitchen island with a four-ring electric induction hob and extensive storage space, a large American-style SMEG fridge freezer, built-in microwave, electric oven, sink, toaster, kettle, dishwasher and clothes washer & dryer. At the other end is a dining table with seating for eight and French windows that open straight onto the garden.
Water Closet – Lavatory and hand-basin.
Snug & TV Room– Sofa with two matching armchairs, a 43” Smart TV and a door out to the garden.
Sitting Room – More of a ‘drawing room’ that runs the width of the cottage and with a large corner sofa facing the decommissioned fireplace and a smaller two-seater sofa along with a writing table and chair. This was where the Old Post Office counter served the villagers’ needs.
Cellar – Through a glass trapdoor you can see the illuminated historic bowels of the cottage.
First Floor
Munnings Bedroom –Single bed, bedside table & lamp, large freestanding mirror, built-in cupboards.
Constable Bedroom – King-size bed, bedside tables & lamps and a built-in wardrobe.
Bathroom – Bath, walk-in power shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
Shower Room – Walk-in power shower, hand-basin and lavatory.
Master Bedroom – King-size bed, matching bedside tables & lamps, chest of drawers with make-up mirror.
En-suite Shower Room (to the Master Bedroom) – Walk-in power shower, hand-basin, and lavatory.
Church View Bedroom – King-size bed, matching bedside tables & lamps, and chest of drawers.
Second Floor
Playroom – With bean bags, a dolls house, and an assortment of board games.
Rooftop Bedroom – Single bed, bedside table & lamp, and a writing desk.
Outside
Patio – Runs down the back and side with thoughtfully planted mature raised flower beds including lavender.
Lawn – Above the patio is a compact lawned area offering great view of the Church and beyond.
Paid parking is available about a five minute walk away.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Tendring District
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How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Tendring District?
The average price for a rental in Tendring District is $157 per night. This rental is $428 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Family friendly cottage in famous picturesque village - Dedham's Old Post Office. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Family friendly cottage in famous picturesque village - Dedham's Old Post Office pet friendly?
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What amenities are available at Family friendly cottage in famous picturesque village - Dedham's Old Post Office?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, dishwasher, and tv.
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