Romantic retreats in Bicknacre, near South Woodham Ferrers - sleeps 4

Riara Lodge Cottage 1 bedroom, sleeps 4

Situated in Bicknacre, just 7 miles from the bustling Chelmsford City Centre lies this peaceful, beautifully presented, detached annex on the edge of the tranquil Thrift Wood Nature Reserve.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: With Sky TV and pull-out double bed suitable for up tp two children only.
Dining area.
Kitchen area: With electric cooker, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Shower room: With double shower, toilet and heated towel rail.
First Floor:
Bedroom: With double bed and TV, Xbox One X with access to Sky Go TV and Disney Plus TV, (Netfilix and Amazon TV also available with customers own account).

Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, stairgate and highchair. Welcome pack. Private parking for 2 medium sized cars. No smoking.

The ground floor comprises an open plan living space with TV and a pull-out double bed, a well-kitted out kitchen and a modern shower room. To the first floor is the master bedroom with ample storage. Externally Riara Lodge is located to the front of the main house and offers off road private parking for up to two vehicles.

There is an array of things to see and do in the area with many pubs and resturants near by, whether you are walking, cycling, driving or using public transport.

RHS Garden at Hyde Hall is 2 miles away with annual shows and an abundance of events. Thrift Wood Nature Reserve is directly opposite and is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. Other attractions include Stowmaries Great War aerodrome, 3 miles. Battlesbridge antique centre and Tiptree Jam Museum and tea shop. Great places to take the children include Bicknacre Petting Farm 1 mile, Danbury Country Park 2 miles, Marsh Farm 4 miles and Colchester Zoo 30 minutes away, Southend on Sea is 30 minutes away and has the longest pier in the world, with Adventure Island theme park next to the pier, Maldon is just 15 minutes away and Clacton 45 minutes away, all popular destinations, perfect for days out.

Venture slightly further afield and you can reach central London by train in less than an hour, from the closest Train station in South Woodham Ferrers. If you would like to spend an afternoon shopping, Intu Lakeside is just a 35 minute driv

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