The Cart Lodge is the perfect setting for a romantic break, get away from it all weekend, or upmarket place to stay while visiting the area. Ideal for a couple or family with up to two children, it has a real touch of class.
OPTIONAL PRIVATE COVERED HOT TUB AREA
A private, covered hot tub area with 3 peson high powered hot tub, (2 loungers and 1 seat), wifi and dining area is available at an additional cost. The canopy has a louvred slatted roof, making it ideal for all seasons. With night time lighting and views overlooking fields, it makes a perfect romantic break. Please enquire to add this to your booking.
WHAT WE OFFER
The Cart Lodge is one of four barns, collectively known as Jepcrack's Barn Self Catering. We have a one bedroom barn, two three bedroom barns and a four bedroom barn, all with en-suite or separate bathrooms.
They be rented separately or collectively for up to 31 guests.
Perfect for romantic getaways, family gatherings and walking holidays, Hen Parties and Weddings. See us on We Accept Pets.
HEN PARTY
We can help to plan your Hen party! From a quiet relaxing break or a mixture of quiet times and fun activities, we have a plan to suit you!
Choose from a range of beauty treatments from professional therapists, Belly dancing (or other types) of dancing lessons, an Italian meal with wine tasting and pasta making or a limo to a club in nearby Chelmsford or Brentwood.
WEDDINGS
We are conveniently situated near the wedding venues of Captains Wood Barns,. Forrester Park, Faulty Manor, Braxted Park, Layer Marney Tower and Five Lakes.
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THE CART LODGE
It has one bedroom with an antique French bed and armoire. There is additional storage in cupboards, a full length mirror and hairdryer. The marble en-suite has a bath and shower above. Towels and bath mats are provided.In the lounge, the large sofabed can accommodate up to two additional guests. We make up the wood burning stove for your arrival, ready for you to light a match and settle down to a lovely log fire.
The kitchen is fully fitted with top quality appliances. There is a microwave, oven, ceramic hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer. The dining table extends to seat four people.On warmer evenings, spend time on your private patio overlooking the arable farmer's fields. Use the coal BBQ and eat 'al fresco' ! For visitors with children, the play area at the side of the barn has swings, slides and climbing frame will keep them amused while you enjoy the quiet, relaxing countryside.
OUR OTHER BARNS
The Hay Barn, Barley Barn and Cart Lodge can be rented to provide accommodation for between large groups. The Shire Stables is just accoss a quiet country road. It has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, a hot tub and can sleep up to 11 guests.
THE LOCAL AREA
Some of our favourite activities and places to visit. There are fly fishing and course fishing lakes close by. Chigborough Lodge has four separate fly fishing lakes and is suitable for experienced and inexperienced anglers. Totham Pit is a short walk away and day licences can be purchased locally.There are numerous golf clubs nearby including Forrester Park, Benton Hall and Five Lakes.Local riding stables provide riding lessons with qualified and experienced instructors.Heybridge Basin is a very short drive away and is a lovely place to spend an afternoon. It has a sailing club, pubs and tea room. Great for crabbing or for watching the boats coming through the lock. There are lovely walks by the sea wall or along the river banks.Maldon is a short drive away and has numerous activities including the Promendade Park with a marina, water park and play areas. There are numerous cafe's, restaurants and pubs, shops and boutiques. There is a swimming pool with flumes, ten pin bowling, roller rink and soft play centre.
Further afield other attractions include Colchester Zoo, Layer Marney Tower, Colchester Castle, Cressing Temple, Dedham Vale. The Suffolk coast is easy to get to in just over an hour.Trains from Witham station (10 minutes drive) take 40 to 45 minutes to reach London Liverpool Street Station. The train also stops at Stratford for access to The Excel Centre and Westfield shopping centre.
Check in is flexible from Monday to Friday. Please enquire for late availablity, Saturday check in and weekend breaks. We may not be able to accept bookings starting from Sunday.
