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Have you stayed at our delightful self catering cottage beside the River Stour?  Idle Waters is the perfect base for discovering this delightful part of East Anglia on the Essex/Suffolk border – worth noting, the river is the actual county boundary!

Imagine staying at Idle Waters and waking each morning to the view of Talbooth restaurant and the River Stour; the cottage sleeps a maximum of four people with two en-suite bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen and dining area plus a sitting room with a large inglenook fireplace – just right for chilly days.  The cottage is dog friendly and there are a number of easy walks from the door to Dedham or further along the river Stour to Higham or you could tackle part of the Essex Way which runs from Harwich through to south Essex.

Stay 3 nights midweek or 2 nights over the weekend for £450.00 for the stay, up to 4 people

Valid November 2023 – March 2024

Give us a call today on 01206 322795 or email reservations at [email protected] to book your winter break in the Dedham Vale.

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Talbooth House & Spa

01206 322367

A luxury boutique hotel in Essex, looking out across Constable’s Countryside and Dedham Vale.

  • 12 uniquely designed bedrooms
  • Heated outdoor pool
  • Talbooth Spa

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Talbooth Restaurant

01206 323150

Great food and great service at this stunning restaurant beside the River Stour.

  • Riverside terrace and lawn
  • Outdoor marquee perfect for weddings
  • Private dining options available

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The Pier

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Visit our hotel and restaurants by the coast for something a little different.

  • 14 individual bedrooms
  • All-day dining in the bar brasserie
  • Fresh sea food caught daily

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Milsoms

01206 322795

Escape from the bustle and relax at this charming hotel with bar, restaurant, lounge and terrace.

  • 15 quiet and relaxing bedrooms
  • Bar and restaurant with all-day dining
  • Two great spaces for meetings or private dining

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Kesgrave Hall

01473 333741

Charming hotel and restaurant set in beautiful grounds in the heart of Suffolk.

  • 23 en-suite bedrooms
  • Relaxed brasserie – open all day
  • Premier event venue The Hangar

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