• Entire home
  • 3229 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 69 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
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Featuring inner courtyard views, The Tallow Factory in Dedham provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 35 km from Hedingham Castle. Beauty services is available for guests. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests can eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and cocktails. The holiday home boasts a variety of wellness options, including spa facilities, wellness packages and yoga classes. For guests with children, the holiday home features an indoor play area and a children's playground. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and The Tallow Factory in Dedham can arrange a bicycle rental service. Freeport Braintree is 36 km from the accommodation, while Chelmsford Train Station is 48 km away. The nearest airport is London Stansted, 63 km from The Tallow Factory in Dedham, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.5
Location
10
High score for Dedham
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully decorated, great bedrooms with king size beds. Neat, tidy with a great garden. Fantastic location. Exceptional in every way
  • Grace
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An interesting historical building that has been sensitively converted. The garden is wonderful
  • Chrjstine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Its a beautiful house and Lou is welcoming and really helpful. She wants you to know and appreciate the beautiful surroundings, the location is stunning.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Dedham Retreats

Company review score: 10Based on 4 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Dedham Retreats at The Tallow Factory is a four bedroom house with yoga studio in the heart of the idyllic village of Dedham. Its a magical place which still looks very much like the landscape that John Constable painted in the 1800s. Ask us about private group and individual yoga classes and massage treatments available when you book in advance.

Property information

The Tallow Factory is a converted candle factory in the heart of one of the prettiest villages in England, Dedham, often referred to as Constable Country.

Neighbourhood information

Dedham is a village within the borough of Colchester in northeast Essex, England, situated on the River Stour and on the border of Essex and Suffolk. The nearest town to Dedham is the small market town of Manningtree. Dedham is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, most particularly the Water Meadows along the River Stour, which pass along the northern boundary of the village forming the boundary between the counties of Essex and Suffolk. The Tallow Factory is in a tranquil courtyard, just off Dedham High Street so once you have arrived you could spend the entire week without a car. we have a world class gastro pub right next door (The Sun Inn - Frank Lampard's favourite restaurant!). The village is very picturesque throughout the year and as long as you bring wellies and bundle up you can enjoy incredible rambles along the River Stour to Flatford Mill and the estuary town of Manningtree. The beaches of Frinton and Clacton are 30 minutes away. The nearby towns of Colchester (6 miles) and Ipswich (12 miles) provide extensive shops, museums, theatres, cinemas, swimming pools, rollerskating, quasar laser, game centres etc. East Anglia's charming small towns La

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Japanese,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Restaurants
5 restaurants on site

  • The Sun Inn
    • Cuisine
      British • French • Italian • European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Marlborough
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Old Bakery Cafe
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Essex Rose
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Boatyard Dedham
    • Cuisine
      British • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch

Facilities of The Tallow Factory in Dedham
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 5 restaurants
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 69 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Interconnected room(s) available
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Hair styling
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair cut
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Make up services
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Wine/champagne
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Packed lunches
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Archery
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Live music/performance
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cooking class
      Additional charge
    • Tour or class about local culture
      Additional charge
    • Happy hour
      Additional charge
    • Themed dinner nights
      Additional charge
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Walking tours
      Additional charge
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional charge
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Tennis court
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Indoor play area
    • Children's playground
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Shops
    • Minimarket on site
    • Barber/beauty shop
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Japanese
    • Portuguese

    House rules

    The Tallow Factory in Dedham takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 17:00 to 22:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 500 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    £25 per stay
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    £50 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Solo Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Bankcard The Tallow Factory in Dedham accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    You must reserve the tennis courts one week prior to arrival. Please contact the property to make arrangements.

    The property has a yoga studio above the living room. Guests are welcome to attend classes.

    Please inform The Tallow Factory in Dedham in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    A damage deposit of £500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Tallow Factory in Dedham

    • The Tallow Factory in Dedham has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Tallow Factory in Dedham has 5 restaurants:

      • Old Bakery Cafe
      • The Marlborough
      • The Essex Rose
      • The Boatyard Dedham
      • The Sun Inn

    • The Tallow Factory in Dedham is 150 yards from the centre of Dedham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Tallow Factory in Dedham offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Horse riding
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Archery
      • Live music/performance
      • Beauty Services
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Cooking class
      • Facial treatments
      • Happy hour
      • Waxing services
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Make up services
      • Bike tours
      • Hair treatments
      • Manicure
      • Pedicure
      • Hair cut
      • Hair colouring
      • Hair styling
      • Body treatments
      • Body scrub
      • Body wrap
      • Spa facilities
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Back massage
      • Neck massage
      • Foot massage
      • Couples massage
      • Head massage
      • Hand massage
      • Full body massage
      • Yoga classes

    • The Tallow Factory in Dedham can accommodate the following group size:

      • 10 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at The Tallow Factory in Dedham may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Tallow Factory in Dedham on this page.

    • Yes, The Tallow Factory in Dedham is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at The Tallow Factory in Dedham is from 17:00, and check-out is until 11:00.