The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut

South Heath Barn, south heath road, Colchester, CO7 8RD, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>45</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
45 reviews

Perfect views, good facilities and the hot tub was spot on

Sebastian United Kingdom
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror at The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut in Colchester
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a wooden shed with a door and a bench at The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut in Colchester
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The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut

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Boasting a hot tub, The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut is set in Colchester. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 48 km from Freeport Braintree. The kitchenette features a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, as well as kettle. The property has an outdoor dining area. The luxury tent has a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Alresford is 6.6 km from The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut, while Colchester Castle is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 75 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
High score for Colchester
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  • S
    Sebastian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect views, good facilities and the hot tub was spot on”
  • Uchechi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This was such a beautiful and cosy hut equipped with all the facilities we needed to make our stay very comfortable. The shower had a good pressure and temperature, the bed was soft and comfortable, and the hot tub was a relaxing experience. In...”
  • Grace
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Loved the whole experience, Heather was really helpful and had added amazing touches. Can't speak highly enough of this place it was absolutely perfect.”

Hosted by Heather

9.9
9.9
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Heather
Set in a private wildlife garden in a rural location, offering unhampered views of the North Essex countryside and its stunning sunsets, The beautiful self-contained Dragonfly Shepherds Hut sleeps 2 and includes a private 5-seater Luxury Hot-Tub.
I am excited to start hosting guests at this beautiful location. I love nature, wildlife and a sunset and cant wait to share this with others looking to stay somewhere a bit unique. I am a qualified mindfulness meditation practitioner so if you’re looking for something a bit different…Message me about a mindful retreat stay where you can relax and watch the sunsets and the stars while enjoying a private mindfulness meditation session. I can also provide concierge services so that you can tailor your stay to suit you and get everything booked for you. Ask about our luxury food or toiletries basket to include locally sourced produce and I can have it ready for your arrival.
Great Bentley is a lovely quiet village location only 20 mins drive from Colchester and its wonderful Zoo. Surrounded by beautiful, traditional English villages, beaches and countryside, there is always something to do.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hot tub
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 18:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 2 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that hot tub is available upon request from July 25th.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut

    • Yes, The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut is 8.1 miles from the centre of Colchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut on this page.

    • Check-in at The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • The Dragonfly Shepherds Hut offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi