South Heath Barn, south heath road, Colchester, CO7 8RD, United Kingdom
#1 of 17 hotels in Colchester
Guests' ChoiceBased on 87 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 August 2025
Sharon
United KingdomNothing. Was a perfect get away! X
I like that the whole space was your own, feel shut off from the world!, hot tub amazing, facilities in hut great,. Spotlessly clean and fresh!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Guste
United KingdomN/A
The stay was so peaceful and the lodge location was absolutely beautiful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Shaun
United KingdomNothing Oh the wasps
It was brilliant
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Michelle
United KingdomNothing
Perfectly peaceful , clean and comfortable , hot tub was fab
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 8 June 2025
Uzoamaka
United KingdomNothing!
The hit was just great. It was super clean, very comfortable and the host was very communicative. It was secluded with utmost privacy. The hot tub was dreamy and you are not far from town. The host gave us good recommendations which we utilised. Will definitely come back.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 1 June 2025
Liam
United KingdomThere is nothing that we didn’t enjoy
Everything about it was amazing
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 9 May 2025
Lois
United KingdomThe mattress was a bit hard but that’s jt!
The hut was brilliant! Nothing bad to say about it. The wildlife was one of the best parts. The ducks made our stay!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 2 May 2025
Grace
United Kingdomnothing xxx
absolutely perfect, everything was so detailed and it was the best
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 April 2025
Billie
United KingdomWas amazing, we loved every minute just what we needed the hot tub and the quiet location Cute little pond with duck waddling around
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 25 April 2025
Scott
United KingdomShower was abit temperamental but over all really lovely
Views lovely very clean and tidy nice little get away
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 April 2025
Wattie
United KingdomIt was all superb but potentially the shower cut in and out of heat but again it wasn't a problem, excellent stay
Hot tub was amazing but most of all I was so surprised with how comfy the bed was. Such a relaxing stay, haven't slept as good in a long time, 10/10
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 January 2025
Scarlett
United KingdomThe most relaxing and romantic stay. We loved being in the hot tub, it super hot especially in the cold weather and over looks the most lovely view. Listening to the birds and nature was so relaxing. Heather thought of all the little details in the hut, it was clean and comfortable to stay in. Heather was so lovely too! So nice to talk to and very helpful. We hope to be back soon x
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 13 January 2025
Beth
United KingdomProperty was very clean and tidy and had a beautiful view from the hot tub!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 4 January 2025
Rachel
United KingdomNothing I didn’t like.
Located by a beautiful wildflower field and situated around so much nature. So beautiful and all the accessories complimented.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 6 December 2024
Erin
United KingdomMore lights outside
How lovely Heather was and how amazing she’d decorated the place
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 28 November 2024
Alex
United KingdomThere is not a single complaint we could make!
Stunning place with stunning views! Every detail was thought of with everything you needed to enjoy the stay. The hot tub is the selling point and did not disappoint, even in the cold weather it was great to spend time in there
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 11 October 2024
Ben
United KingdomNothing
Absolutely loved our stay away. lovely and peaceful place to stay and the hot tub was amazing. Cannot wait to come back again. Heather is an amazing host and so helpful and informative. A little piece of heaven.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 1 October 2024
Moore
United KingdomLovely little getaway for a couple will definitely be going back would highly recommend
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 30 September 2024
Pedro
United KingdomThe hob The shower
The location The view How private it was
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 15 September 2024
Zoe
United KingdomI loved the location of the hut. The fields, the lake, the bridge was stunning. Watching the sunset each evening was so lovely. The hut it self was clean and fresh. Fully equipped with everything you may need. The hot tub was so relaxing, it was clean and ready to use.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 14 September 2024
Heather
United KingdomI didn’t like how close it was to the main road, it wasn’t necessarily that busy on that road but when we were sitting in the hot tub a few tractor/trucks went past which were quite loud.
The hut is gorgeous and I really liked the decor and the bed. The little extras Heather puts there for you is so cute, as well as the welcome pack with all the information is extremely helpful. The hot tub was so cosy and we got to see a lovely sunset whilst sat in it. We ate at the barn cafe and it was the best breakfast I’ve ever had! Lots of butterflies to see too from the field opposite :)
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 29 August 2024
Alexandra
United Kingdomnothing!
The location and the whole hut were so perfect and idyllic. The garden was so gorgeous and obviously cared for very well - and we loved seeing the ducks! Sitting in the hot tub under the stars at night was absolutely amazing. We were so sad to leave after our two day stay. Will definitely be back to stay again!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 9 August 2024
Claire
United KingdomWent for a couple of days rest and relaxation and that is exactly what we got. Location was beautiful and tranquil. Lovely little touches to the Shepherds hut mske ot besutiful. Would highly recommend a stay here
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 30 July 2024
Carol
United KingdomThere wasn't anything we didn't like.
We liked everything. We had a peaceful and relaxing stay. Everywhere was very clean. We had everything we needed for a most perfect stay. The hot tub was wonderful to relax in under the stars. The grounds, pond and ducks all added to the charm of the place.
Stayed in July 2024
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