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Holiday Cottages in Dedham

Although one of our most popular locations at Idyllic Cottages, Dedham actually falls within the City borough of Colchester and is technically a part of Essex, rather than Suffolk.

Located on the border between the two counties, Dedham is often regarded as the epitome of East Anglian countryside, with residents and visitors alike enjoying the tranquillity of the River Stour and the diversity in wildlife that stems from the water meadows and rolling hills.

But what is there to do in Dedham, which Dedham holiday cottages are worth visiting, and is it somewhere your whole family will enjoy?

Dedham’s Old Post Office

Dedham

Family friendly cottage in picturesque amenity rich village at the epicentre of beautiful Constable Country.

An Introduction to Dedham

You’ll struggle to find a description of Dedham that doesn’t allude to its beautiful scenery or pretty shopfronts. From the pastel colours of the high street to the unrivalled selection of coffee shops and pubs that firmly solidify Dedham’s position as a British destination, this village may be small, but it is anything but boring.

Of course, all this considers Dedham as its own contained village. But what makes Dedham really impressive is its surrounding green space – referred to as the Dedham Vale.

Granted AONB status, the Dedham Vale is recognised as Constable Country – made famous by artist John Constable who used the Vale as a backdrop to his most notable works. Not only that, but Dedham is packed with history. The Munnings Art Museum, Flatford Mill, Willy Lott’s House, and the extraordinary Dedham Boating Club all make for immersive days out – unlocking the very best of Dedham as a place to visit.


Experiencing the Best of Dedham

With so much to do on the doorstep of your Dedham cottage, visitors will find no shortage of places to eat, pubs in which to drink, and sites to wander around and explore. Another reason behind Dedham’s popularity is its proximity to local footpaths which run in and out of the village, making it a particularly prominent place to visit in the Spring and Summer.

Visitors of all ages should look into hiring a boat from the Dedham Boating Club at some point during their trip and should take the time to visit Flatford Mill – and notably, the small museum dedicated to the life and works of John Constable. Learning more about what made Dedham famous will only deepen your appreciation for the landscape and the artistic prowess of Constable.

Immerse Yourself in the Dedham Countryside

Of course, when it comes to visiting Dedham, the only way to really immerse yourself in local culture and enjoy those pubs and day-long walks is to have a home to return to.

Selecting your perfect home from home in and around Dedham couldn’t be easier with our unrivalled collection of luxury cottages and holiday homes – ranging from romantic boltholes to family-friendly cottages and even a few larger properties to host your next big get-together. Use our online search tool to browse by location or amenities, with every cottage boasting its own charm and character.

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Flemings Hall

Bedingfield

Nearly 1,000 years old this spectacular Medieval manor house is brimming with history, architectural wonder and elegant interior design.

Dedham’s Old Post Office

Dedham

Family friendly cottage in picturesque amenity rich village at the epicentre of beautiful Constable Country.

The Woodshed

Higham

Rural bolt hole with unprecedented access to a beautiful country estate in the heart of Constable’s Dedham Vale.

Bridge House

Kersey

Large Medieval cottage with an stunning modern twist in the heart of arguably Suffolk’s most picturesque village.

Weavers Cottage

Lavenham

Divine 15th Century wooden beamed cottage in the heart of England’s best preserved medieval village.

Beachams Cottage

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Stunning rurally positioned traditional 16th Century farmhouse with two King-sized ensuites and a large inglenook fireplace.

Belchamp Hall Hayloft

Belchamp Walter

Large oak rich loft style cottage finished to luxurious standards with fantastic access to a large private estate and an abundance of nature.

Belchamp Hall Stables

Belchamp Walter

Rural luxury is redefined by this design led transformation of a large stable block that is fitted out to the highest standards.

Aspen Loft

Assington Green

Beautifully designed loft cottage timelessly tucked deep within remote unspoilt rolling countryside creating a magical rural haven.

The Dove House

Kersey

Elegant and luxuriously finished cabin-style retreat tucked away in tranquil countryside between two pretty villages with pubs.

Belchamp Hall Coach House

Belchamp Walter

Modern and luxurious conversion bathed in natural light and brilliantly positioned in the middle of a large private estate.

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Belchamp Hall Mill

Belchamp Walter

Extraordinary conversion of a truly rustic mill creating a luxurious retreat deeply immersed in the rich wildlife of a large country estate.

Belchamp Hall Mill

Belchamp Walter

Extraordinary conversion of a truly rustic mill creating a luxurious retreat deeply immersed in the rich wildlife of a large country estate.

Yew Tree Barn

Higham

Beautiful barn conversion in the grounds of a John Constable painted house with its own private swimming pool.

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10% off holidays taken before 29th February and 10% couples discount

Mallards

Thorpeness

Large, modern and luxuriously finished house with a hot tub close to the beach in Suffolk’s preeminent holiday location.

The Silos

Framlingham

Mesmerizingly converted grain silos in remote countryside designed with loving attention to detail by an award winning visual artist.

The Milking Parlour

Henley

Large, stylish and immaculate conversion with wide folding doors opening onto two sides of a private west facing courtyard with countryside views.

Holt Coach House

Edwardstone

First class conversion of a 19th Century out-building with two en-suite super king-sized bedrooms and large private sun terrace.

Tea Caddy Cottage

Higham

A fairy-tale cottage lavishly renovated to a mesmerising and luxurious standard tucked away in the heart of Constable Country.

Valley View Yurt

Boxford

Secluded and beautifully decorated luxury glamping with a king-size and two single beds, log burner and views over rolling countryside.

Constable Lodge

Nayland

Adorable cottage with a log burner renovated to a high standard in a heavenly village straddling Constable’s Dedham Vale.

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10% last minute discount (within 48 hours)

The Tryst

Lavenham

Extraordinary Medieval cottage in a famous historic village with wooden beams, inglenook fireplace and pretty private garden.

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10% couples discount (except during peak periods) or £200 off 7 night stay (call for the latter)

The Pump House

Stoke-by-Nayland

Constable Country’s ultimate rural retreat thanks to a sublime setting within a private wild water meadow next to the pretty River Box.

Orchard Coach House

Hartest

Crisp and stylishly converted cottage with log burner, large private garden and orchard all tucked away in deepest unspoilt countryside.

Box Valley Cottage

Stoke-By-Nayland

Immaculate cottage with great space and high quality finishes throughout with access to great pubs, and walks in the Dedham Vale.

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10% couples discount or 15% last minute discount (within 48 hours)

Number Four

Framlingham

The county’s cutest and coziest romantic bolthole in the heart of brilliant market town with great pubs, shops and the famous Castle On The Hill.

Swan’s Nest

Boxford

Enchanting fully renovated 16th Century cottage with fantastic village amenities and elevated views over the Box River and woodland.

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10% couples discount

The Calf Pens

Layham

Off the beaten track a large and comfortable antique furnished rural retreat with boating lake and extensive rolling countryside.

Duke’s Lodge

Bildeston

Medieval house brimming with traditional wonky beams and sloping wooden floors with a cozy log-burner at its heart.

Tudor Cottage

Long Melford

Dreamy 16th Century cottage with romance inducing fireplace located in the heart of one of Suffolk’s most interesting villages.

Stoke Cartlodge

Stoke-by-Nayland

A luxuriously converted 17th Century cartlodge and stable discreetly nestled away in one of Suffolk’s prettiest villages.

Bear Cottage

Nayland

Romantic 16th Century cottage with heart-warming log-burner and original wooden beams in pretty village with great amenities.

Bradleys Barn

Boxted, Dedham Vale

Highly finished stable conversion privately tucked away on the edge of a farm with direct access to farmland, and country walks.

Boxted Hall

Boxted, near Long Melford

A remarkable & historic country house with a swimming pool set in stunning private parkland deep in the heart of Suffolk.