Family-friendly holiday rentals in Colchester

My family and I had the most wonderful stay at the River View barn. The barn was lovely and so peaceful with a beautiful view. We had such a great time and would recommend this to everyone.

Absolutely amazing. Beautiful inside and the grounds were even better. I booked this for my mum 60th birthday and we all had an incredible time. All rooms were beautiful with a lovely kitchen too, even better the welcome pack they leave you. The wrap around veranda was the highlight for us, we spent most of the days on that with the hot tub, we were lucky enough to have good weather so we could really make the most of it. The fishing lake was lovely my partner fished and enjoyed it. The owner was always happy to answer any questions whenever I needed them. Thankyou so much.

Sarah and Aaron were great hosts. Extremely friendly and flexible , our kids loved chatting with them at the end of the driveway. They let our little boy fish in their big pond which he loved and chopped extra wood for me who loves their open fire and log burner in what is a lovely spacious house. Such a spacious and peaceful stay. Would absolutely recommend this air b&b and these hosts. No stress at all. Thank you

A picturesque home in a beautiful location. In a quaint little village you truly feel like you’ve been whisked away into serenity. Would highly recommend staying here, host is very friendly and welcoming, the home is well equipt for all your needs. If you are looking for rest and recuperation and time to reconnect with others without the hustle and bustle of life, this is your dream location!

It's not often that a place exceeds your expectations, but this place certainly did, it is absolutely beautiful, everything about it was perfect, there were 8 of us staying here and each and everyone of us loved it. Marcus was lovely to deal with, he recommended a restaurant/pub for a Saturday lunch, "The Red Lion" in Debenham which was about an hours walk away and the food and service were exceptional. We had a fabulous weekend.

We had a lively stay at Helen's, the garden is huge and is fenced (which was handy with a toddler), it has a playground and a small house for kids that our daughter loved. It also has a direct access to a field with two horses that were happy to be pet. The house itself is very large, clean, with a play room and lot of books and boardgames, and a very well equipped kitchen. We felt instantly at home. Helen even gave us spices we had forgotten and needed ro cook a dish. And of course, there was the jaccuzzi! It was the perfect gataway for a long week end. Would 100% recommend!

Wow! This house was amazing for our group of 18. We fit so comfortably - there were even a couple of rooms we didn't need! The grounds are beautiful and spacious, and the common areas were absolutely perfect for our large gatherings (which is where we spent most of our time!). The hot tub was a massive hit, and we have to mention the Raj Indian Ocean restaurant just five minutes away – the food was incredible. This was truly one of the best weekends ever, and the house and its fantastic spaces were key to that!

We went for our friend’s birthday and had a wonderful time. The hot tub and Sauna was just lovely and very relaxing. Lovely cottage perfect for 4 people. The host was very responsive and recommended a fabulous restaurant nearby. I would advise to come to Diss by car as the cab service was not great so had difficulty getting about. You have to book cabs in advance. Overall it was Great weekend

We had a wonderful, relaxing stay at The Old Dairy. A beautiful place that is clearly loved and well maintained. Excellent accessibility features, very thoughtfully done and tastefully decorated. The games room is glorious! Kind, considerate host was there to welcome us and give us a tour. We will definitely be staying here again in the future.

We had an excellent stay. The house is spacious, with multiple areas to sit and relax. It’s a private property, so very peaceful to chill out for a few days. We had everything we needed for the stay and certainly enjoyed sitting in the lounge and watching the wildlife pass by. Sharon is a great communicator, which made the stay very easy. Thank you!

Very peaceful location. The barn was charming and very comfortable. Helen was a lovely host. Would definitely recommend.

A stunningly beautiful place!! Everything from inside to outside was just absolutely beautiful! Inside is decorated so lovely but we also felt right at home, equipped with everything you could possibly need for a little break! Location is great to explore other parts of Suffolk or equally just as beautiful to stay at the cottage and not venture far! The grounds are lovely to walk around as well as sitting out on the decking by the water which we loved!! Jacqui is a really friendly host, as well as everyone else we met, alongside her beautiful dogs! We felt incredibly safe as sometimes I feel uneasy staying in new places, and I slept so well! Thank you so much Jacqui, really looking forward to visiting your beautiful place again! Xx

A very enjoyable stay indeed. The accommodation provided everything we needed and our host was always responsive. The bed linen was soft and the beds very comfortable indeed. We should be happy to recommend Constable Court to future guests.

We really loved our stay at the cabin. The property itself was really lovely and had great social areas and the bedrooms were all lovely with comfy beds! Everything we needed was provided and more. The surrounding was also really nice and peaceful. We only stayed one night but would happily stayed for a few more.

We really enjoyed our stay in this cottage, it was very cosy and homely with a garden that got both morning and afternoon sun. It's in a fantastic location, you can walk to the Thoroughfare in only a few minutes. It's also great value for money. Check in and communication were very easy and we would definitely stay again if we needed a place to stay in Woodbridge.

Sammy made us feel right at home from the minute we booked the cottage! It was exactly what our little family needed for a break away from London…it was a beautiful cottage and my kids adored every little corner of it! The fireplace was a hit as well as the cosy bedroom off the stairs upstairs! My little boy cried when we got home saying he misses the cottage!! We will definitely be back!!! It’s a gem!!!

Accommodation: The caravan itself was spotless and well-equipped with all the modern amenities one could need. The kitchen was fully stocked with utensils and appliances, making it easy to prepare meals. The living area was cosy and comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. The beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a good night’s sleep. Bonus did not need to take bed linen as the beds were made up Facilities: The park’s facilities were top-notch. The communal areas were clean and well-maintained, and the on-site shop had everything we needed. The kids loved the playground and the swimming pool, which were both safe and fun.

Jenny, I hope you like my review, we enjoyed our short holiday in your caravan. I think you will need to fix some of the furniture, like the wardrobe door in the double room. Otherwise everything was fine, thanks. Peter

Lovely place with great facilities and Wendy was so nice and welcoming.

Van is in one of the best spots for views and privacy. Very comfortable with everything you need close by. Another fab stay.

Ideal location and convenient accommodation with all necessary amenities for a practical and comfortable stay. I would certainly recommend this accommodation to others.

A fantastic lodge which had everything we needed for our stay and was spotlessly clean. Michelle was lovely and met us on arrival to explain everything. Would highly recommend.

A comfortable barn to stay in with the added benefit of both a pool and tennis court to enjoy during your stay.

The house we stayed in was fantastic - large enough for everyone (six adults, one infant) to have their own privacy and come together for meals. Extremely well appointed with everything you could possibly want and need. Welcoming pack of wine, juice, chocolate, biscotti and milk appreciated. The heated pool was an added bonus. The spring gardens around the house were welcoming - there was a fire pit so we could sit out at night (with blankets). There is a nearby pub with good food and other Suffolk towns are easy driving away. Communication with Suffolk Secrets could have been better however, the owner was in touch with us directly which made things easier. Joining instructions were poor - the postcode takes you to the back of the property not to the entrance - clearer instructions on how to get to the property were available in the large folder on the kitchen table which is not much use when you are trying to find the house for the first time. Will definitely want to go back.