 The Granary Self Catering on Rye Farm
The 17th century moated farmhouse is the home of Virginia and Peter Bunting who offer a warm personal welcome to their guests. Rye Farm enjoys a quiet location, adjacent to Abberton Reservoir, a Wetland of International Importance and one of the most important wildfowl havens in Europe. The entrance to Abberton Reservoir Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre is just over a mile away by road. Nearby Colchester is Britain's oldest recorded town with plenty to see and do.
Ideal for a relaxing break, Rye Farm lies on the edge of the village of Layer de la Haye in north east Essex. It is situated in attractive, unspoiled rural surroundings, about 4 miles south of Colchester.
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
4 guests
£Call
One building erected here during the 17th century, probably around the same time as the farmhouse, was a 'cart lodge'. As its name suggests, this housed the farm's carts. During its history the first floor has served as a granary. In 2009 we completed the conversion of the cart lodge to create three high-class holiday apartments. In a sensitive conversion some of the old posts and beams have been retained and incorporated as attractive interior features.
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The Granary – Self-Catering Accommodation
Sleeps up to 4. Master bedroom with double bed and a double sofa bed. Second bedroom with single bed and a single chair bed.
Suitable for family accommodation.
All accommodation is up some stairs, on the first floor.
Central heating.
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Rural |
| Holiday Type: |
Walking, Fishing, Cycling, Activity, Sightseeing |
| Catering: |
Self Catering |
| Guests: |
4 |
| Bedrooms: |
1: 1 double bed, 2 single beds
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| Bathrooms: |
1 |
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Facilities
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The Granary – Self-Catering Accommodation
Sleeps up to 4. Master bedroom with double bed and a double sofa bed. Second bedroom with single bed and a single chair bed.
Suitable for family accommodation.
All accommodation is up some stairs, on the first floor.
Central heating.
Master Bedroom:
Kingsize bed (5 feet wide) and a double sofa bed.
Two bedside cabinets with bedside lights.
Wardrobe and chest of drawers with glass top.
Hairdryer.
Carpeted floor.
Second Bedroom:
Single bed and a single chair bed.
Bedside cabinet with bedside light.
Chest of drawers with glass top.
Carpeted floor.
Large lounge area with good views over Abberton Reservoir, a Wetland of International Importance and one of the most important wildfowl havens in Europe.
Two leather sofas - one three seater and one two seater.
Colour Television/DVD and stereo system.
Coffee table, nest of tables and an occasional lamp.
Dining table and four chairs.
Carpeted floor.
Electric cooker.
Microwave Oven.
Refrigerator.
Electric toaster and electric kettle.
Crockery, glassware, cutlery and cooking utensils.
Tablecloth and tea towels.
Iron and ironing board.
Vacuum cleaner, dustpan, brushes, bucket, mop and floorcloth.
Bathroom
Bath, with overhead shower in bath.
Washbasin.
Toilet.
Bath and hand towels.
Laundry
A washing machine and a tumble dryer, for shared use by guests in the three apartments, is provided in the boiler room to the rear of the property.
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Facilities:
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- TV
- Central Heating
- Washing Machine
- Tumble Dryer
- Garden
- Car Advised
- Balcony/Terrace
- No Pets
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Availability
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Tariff
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The Granary
The prices below are inclusive of all linen, towels, and electricity.
PAYMENT: A deposit of £100 per week for weekly bookings, £60 for a 4 or 3 night stay, is required at the time of booking. The full balance must be received at least four weeks before your planned date of arrival. For bookings made within 4 weeks of the planned arrival date, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Deposits and other payments are non-refundable and guests are advised therefore to arrange their own cancellation insurance.
We are able to accept payment by cheque only as we do not have credit or debit card facilities.
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* please note that prices shown are subject to change and any currency rates shown are for guideline purposes only
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Europe |
| Country: |
England |
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Essex |
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About the area
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| Location: |
Layer de la Haye, Colchester |
| Transport: |
Directions to Rye Farm
From the A12: Come off the A12 at Junction 26, signposted Colchester West/Stanway/Zoo.
Follow the signs (white elephant on brown background) to the Zoo.
Pass the Zoo on your right and at the next roundabout turn right, following the Layer B1026 signs, which will bring you (eventually) to Layer de la Haye.
At the far end of the village, at the crossroads by the Fox Tavern and the War Memorial (The Cross), turn left into Malting Green Road.
Pass the village shop (on your right) and after about 300 yards turn right into Rye Lane, by the sign to "Rye Farm". Continue along Rye Lane, past some cottages on your left, until you come to the farmhouse.
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| Facilities: |
Self-Catering Holiday Apartments: During 2009 we completed the conversion of our old 17th century cart lodge into three attractive self-catering apartments. Each offers a high standard of comfortable accommodation and is comprehensively equipped. For information on facilities and prices go to the Self-Catering Accommodation page. From there you will find links to pages describing each individual apartment, its facilities, furnishings and equipment together with pictures of the interiors.
Car Parking: Ample parking is available, close to the farmhouse for bed and breakfast guests, close to the apartments for self-catering guests.
Accreditations: Rye Farm has been inspected by VisitBritain (Tourist Board) and awarded four star gradings for both its bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation. We also hold VisitBritain 'Walkers Welcome' and Cyclists Welcome' approvals.
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Local Amenities: The village of Layer de la Haye is about ten minutes walk from the farm. The village has a shop selling newspapers, bread, milk, alcohol and a limited range of groceries. Also in the village are two pubs which serve food. The Layer Fox is near the shop and so within walking distance. The Donkey & Buskins is further away and going by car is recommended. An excellent choice of eating and shopping options can be found in Colchester, less than 4 miles away.
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