Balls Farm Tye Road Elmstead Market, Colchester, CO7 7BB, United Kingdom
#1 of 17 hotels in Colchester
Guests' ChoiceBased on 141 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 May 2024
Corina
United KingdomThere was nothing at all not to like.
Absolutely beautiful, so peaceful and comfortable. Everything you needed was there and a lot of attention to detail. We wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them and will definitely be back when we next stay in the area.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Loran
United KingdomLovely, clean, secluded, lovely garden area, amazing bathroom. Delicious cake left by the host, so thoughtful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Kayleigh
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing. It's a beautiful place to stay
Absolutely amazing place the attention to detail and all the little special touches made our stay so special.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Clair
United KingdomNothing, only thing that could improve the stay was a hot tub.
The property was beautifully presented, the room was tidy and very clean. The bathroom is amazing. Lovely little touches like a slice of cake and chocolate strawberry in the kitchen, a variety of flavoured teas, personalised message on the bed, fake candles, bath salts and shower gels available ..
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Nina
United KingdomN/A
The privacy and seclusion. Very clean.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Katrina
United KingdomI loved everything.
Pheasant suites is a beautiful stay with all the small touches that give the wow factor. I would of preferred breakfast on site but lots of information on hand and details of what apps to add and where to go for a country walk.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Maxine
United KingdomA little pricey.. 😬
Absolutely gorgeous, peaceful place to enjoy the countryside.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Jayne
AustraliaLovely bath and comfortable beds
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Joseph
United KingdomAmazingly private ,, really nice get away
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Timothy
United KingdomPrivate secure location
Nice and warm with good bathroom and big tub Good functionalble kitchenette.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Wiicks
United KingdomThere was nothing to fault absolutely faultless
Everything about the place is perfect
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Cindy
United KingdomCan't think of anything that could have improved our stay.
A friendly welcoming message and lots of relevant helpful information available in the room.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Christian
United KingdomQuite isolated
Spotlessly clean
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Timothy
United KingdomPrivate and exceptionally clean
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Steve
United KingdomOnly a very minor comment garden sunbeds need a clean/replacement little weather worn
Was absolutely amazing!! Lovely room, amazing bathroom! Thank you for the personalised message too :-)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Peter
United KingdomThe accommodation was 5 star. Luxurious, with little extras such a robes and slippers. Spotlessly clean, with huge comfy bed. A lovely little private garden. Very tranquil setting.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Ward
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn't like.
Absolutely stunning place to stay. Lots of little touches that did not go unnoticed. A lovely welcome and fresh baked cake when we arrived.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Sharon
United KingdomEverything was perfect, just what I needed a good relaxing days away
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Gregoire
United KingdomLovely space well equipped very nicely decorated Really peaceful and quiet Didn't see anyone the whole time there
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
David
United KingdomEverything was lovely. There was a small issue re lighting of a section of the pathway to our accommodation but this was explained very well by the owner and was temporary...otherwise it really was lovely.
The room was really spacious and well presented with comfortable beds and sofa. Kitchen area had everything needed for a short stay. Although breakfast was not provided, there were helpful suggestions for providers within the information sheets in the room. We had already booked our own provider in Colchester...this was Sip & Tuck near the castle...really lovely for anyone who may wish to benefit from the same opportunity.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 August 2023
Ktf
United KingdomI suffer from anxiety so was in a panic about directions
The host was friendly and helpful, the cabin was well kitted out and the bathroom was next level
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 July 2023
Adrian
United KingdomSpacious and well equipped with excellent host
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 23 July 2023
Mark
United KingdomIn all honesty there was nothing we didn't like.
We loved everything about the The Retreat. It was fantastically comfortable and had everything we could have wished for. We loved the garden area as well: this provided us with another room in effect, and with the day bed and garden furniture we were able to enjoy the sunshine and take shelter from it when it got too hot. An added bonus is that it's a stone's throw from the Beth Chatto garden. We'd definitely stay again if wer return to this part of Essex.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 18 June 2023
Lynne
United KingdomThere wasn't anything negative.
Amazing property that was spotlessly clean beautiful garden areas and huge bath. Lots of lovely finishing touches like cake and milk there ready for us, toiletries etc. Highly recommend.
Stayed in May 2023
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