Brickwall Farm offers self-catering accommodation on the outskirts of the village of Sible Hedingham, near Halstead in Essex. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site facilities, including a hard tennis court, a private coarse fishing lake, sixty acres of open meadows and a heated swimming pool during their stay. The accommodation is set within a converted barn, thoughtfully divided into two holiday cottages. Each cottage retains character features such as exposed beams and wooden and tiled flooring, complemented by stylish interiors and high-quality furnishings for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Patsy’s Cottage
Patsy’s Cottage provides comfortable accommodation across two floors. It features a first-floor double bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a bath, along with a ground-floor twin bedroom with an en-suite wet-room shower suitable for less mobile or disabled guests. The cottage includes an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area with a television, and a well-equipped kitchen fitted with a pod coffee machine, electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Guests also have access to a shared laundry room in an adjoining building, complete with a washing machine and tumble dryer. Central heating ensures year-round comfort, and outside there is a paved patio area with a table and chairs for relaxing.
Jo’s Cottage
Jo’s Cottage features a first-floor double bedroom with a four-poster bed and a spacious en-suite shower room, offering a comfortable and characterful stay. The cottage includes an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area with a television, creating a sociable and relaxing space. The kitchen is well equipped with a pod coffee machine, electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Guests also have access to a shared laundry room in an adjoining building with a washing machine and tumble dryer. Central heating runs throughout, and outside there is a paved patio area with a table and chairs, ideal for enjoying time outdoors.
Facilities
Guests can enjoy a range of excellent on-site facilities, including a heated outdoor swimming pool open from Easter to October, weather permitting. The pool is located at the top of the farmhouse garden and is shared with the other holiday cottage and the owners, with sun loungers available for relaxing on warmer days. There is also a well-maintained hard tennis court, with a selection of adult and children’s racquets and balls provided.
For those who enjoy fishing, a one-and-a-half-acre lake is available year-round for relaxed, family-friendly fishing, stocked with rudd, roach, bream and a few carp. A converted play barn next to the cottages offers a sheltered recreational space, featuring table tennis, a pool table and various toys, making it ideal for keeping guests entertained, especially on rainy days. A BBQ and firepit are also available.
Visiting the Area
Sible Hedingham is a charming Essex village with plenty to explore locally and nearby. A highlight is Hedingham Castle, one of the best-preserved Norman keeps in England, set within beautiful grounds and hosting regular events. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and cycling, with quiet lanes and scenic trails. Nearby, the market town of Halstead offers independent shops, cafés and riverside walks, while the historic villages of Finchingfield and Castle Hedingham are well worth visiting for their picturesque greens, traditional pubs and quintessential English charm.
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Rates: POA.
Short breaks available – 3 nights (Friday to Monday) or 4 nights (Monday to Friday), excluding school holidays.
Maximum occupancy: 6 people when both cottages are booked together (one cottage sleeps 4 and the other sleeps 2).
Children welcome.
Well-behaved small or medium-sized dogs welcome (maximum 2 dogs).
Disabled facilities available by arrangement – please enquire for details.
Wi-Fi access.
Off-street parking available.
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