Name: Cuckoo Rooms
Address: 12A Short Wyre Street, Colchester, CO1 1LN, United Kingdom, 12A Short Wyre Street, Essex, CO1 1LN, UK
Rating: 8.7

Cuckoo Rooms

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About this property

Historic Setting: Cuckoo Rooms in Colchester offers a unique stay within a historic building. The property features a sun terrace and an outdoor seating area, providing guests with picturesque views. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms, hypoallergenic bedding, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, streaming services, and flat-screen TVs. Family rooms and kitchenettes cater to various needs. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Italian cuisine with vegan and gluten-free options. Guests can enjoy brunch and dinner in a modern ambience, complemented by a selection of wines. Convenient Location: Located 56 km from London Stansted Airport and 2 km from Colchester Castle, the guest house is also close to attractions like Freeport Braintree (29 km) and Hedingham Castle (34 km). Highly rated for room cleanliness, convenient location, and comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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Room type	Number of guests
Deluxe Room 1 large double bed
Double or Twin Room with Shower 1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Deluxe Double Studio 1 double bed
Apartment Bedroom 1 single bed and 1 large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed
Deluxe King Room 1 single bed and 1 large double bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Bob

United Kingdom

“We had a great two night stay (my daughter and I) for a concert in the castle park (about 10 mins walk). The apartment was well designed, very spacious and very clean - great for families, with the additional fold out sofa-bed. The kitchen was...”

Lydia

United Kingdom

“I liked the room, its very stylish and clean also was nice to be able to access Netflix and have use of a mini fridge. There is a little terrace outside that was a nice place to sit and have drink on. The bed is comfortable and there was a fan...”

John

United Kingdom

“It was very clean, and when I got hold of the owner when I got there due to not being able to find a hairdryer, she contacted me almost immediately to explain where it was.”

Justine

United Kingdom

“Beautiful room and location is good for young people, rather than a solo traveller in need of sleep. Ear plugs had kindly been supplied but this is in a central location within walking distance of the High Street so pros and cons. Nice outside...”

Teresa

United Kingdom

“A lovely room. It was great having the little kitchen and so cute to have a gift of socks. Comfy bed and all clean and pleasant. And so in the centre it was brilliant.”

Goodwin

United Kingdom

“Sadly, no breakfast provided, but really terrific accommodation”

Denise

United Kingdom

“Lovely place to stay right in centre of Colchester. Host was good with communication, we didn't actually meet them as self check in. We had the double room. Bed was very comfortable. area with a Kettle and tea, coffee, milk supplied, also a fridge...”

Damla

Turkey

“The location of the hotel is very central, we reached everywhere on foot , it was perfect. The room was very clean. There is no street noise, but there are very sweet bird sounds that did not bother us, we like to wake up with the sounds of birds....”

Adam

Poland

“Nice place to stay in with some damage to ceiling in the bathroom, but not a problem with a short stay. Great contact with the landlord. The street noise coming in may be an issue for those who prefer a total silence. A gift for a good start of...”

Zainam

United Kingdom

“Gorgeous decor comfortable bed. Restaurant food is amazing. All round a great stay. Will definitely book again.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Aiste B.

Company review score: 9.1Based on 243 reviews from 1 property

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Property information

We offer a relaxing and modern oasis, inspired by the great outdoors in the beautiful old town of Colchester. Our rooms are quirky, stylish and full of personality, providing plenty of space, equipped with all amenities you might need. Regardless of whether it's a business trip, a family getaway or a romantic weekend away, we can assure you'll have a comfortable stay. Please be aware that the property is located on the first floor and the access is gained only via stairs. No lift access.

Neighbourhood information

Colchester is a historic market town located in Essex and is recognised as a Britain's first city and the former capital of Roman Britain. This picturesque town is situated on the River Colne and offers a wide variety of things to do for all the family. With a number of museums, theatres, galleries and its very own Zoo (which is a home to over 200 species), young and old will find something new and exciting to explore. Colchester is also a great destination for shopping, housing a number of department stores, independent boutiques, a wide range of pop-up markets and year round festivals, including Octoberfest, Colchester's Christmas Market and smoke & fire festival (the UK’s largest BBQ festival) to name a few. Colchester is conveniently located just over 50 miles (80 km) northeast of London and is connected to the capital by the A12 road and its railway station which is on the Great Eastern Main Line. Fancy a day by the sea? Frinton-on-Sea and other seaside towns are only 30 minutes away by either train or car.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Cuckoo Dough

Cuisine
Italian
Open for
Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Family friendly • Modern
Dietary options
Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

Check-out

From 01:00 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 option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 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 - 4 years

Cot upon request

£5 per child, per night

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

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 10:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 10:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.