Shires Stables

Luxury 4-bedroom barn with secluded hot tub. Tranquil location with balcony, log burner, garden and  BBQ.

Once the stables for the Shire horses that worked the farmland, this barn has been built into a fantastically light, bright space where high ceilings, original beams and the brick fireplace meet feature lighting, marble and quality fittings.  And if that isn’t enough, you can take a dip in the hot tub overlooking the fields and enjoy the tranquillity and star gazing at night.  Or why not spend time in the garden bar, a covered area featuring an antique wooden bar with solar lights, so it’s great in the evening too.

Surrounded by nature, with its own private garden, hot tub and garden bar, you can’t help but relax and breathe in the fresh country air when staying at this stunning property.  The Shire Stables has a spacious open plan lounge, dining area and kitchen, plus 4 bedrooms, 3 en-suites and a separate bathroom.  Designed to accommodate between 8 to 11 guests with fold away beds in bedrooms and a sofa bed in the lounge.

For larger groups the Hay Barn, Barley Barn and Cart Lodge can be rented in any combination.  The Shire Stables makes the perfect hub for the group to congregate.

A large wheelbarrow of logs is supplied for the wood-burner in cooler months, but there is also central heating.

Cars- There is off road parking on the driveway for 4 to 5 cars.  We now have an electric car charging point conveniently situated on the driveway, which is accessible through an app.  Please give notification if you would like to use this facility.

Rates are for 8 guests.  Additional guests on fold away or sofa beds are a one off additional fee of £120 per person for 3 nights/weekend.  Bedding, linen, bath sheets, hand towels, hot tub towels and bath robes are included in these prices.

Check In and Check Out – Check in is from 3pm.  Check out 10.30 am.  Minimum 3 night booking.  Or long weekend from 11am on Friday to 4pm on Sunday (charged at 3 night rate).  Discounts for bookings for 5 nights or more.  Please enquire.

Activities – Fancy some activities at the barn?  We can organise a cocktail masterclass, private chef, afternoon tea, Drag bingo, beauty treatments, life drawing, sip and draw, waiters in the buff, breathing or singing workshop, think themed Mamma Mia or Grease.

Or for a trip out there is pygmy goat pilates, farm visits with goat petting and alpaca trekking!  In Maldon, there is crazy golf, escape rooms, bowling and numerous restaurants and cafes.  In the Hythe Quay, there are brunch, lunch and afternoon tea boat cruises.

For children and families – The historic town of Maldon is a 10 minute drive.  In addition to shops, restaurants, pubs, tea rooms and cafes, it has the fabulous Promenade Park which includes a play area, splash park and petting zoo.  Nearby, is a swimming pool, bowling alley and roller rink.   The Military Museum and Museum of Power are worth a visit.

20 minutes from the barn is the fantastic Colchester Zoo and Layer Marney Tower.  30 minutes drive to Colchester and you have Colchester Castle and park, theatres, cinemas, art centres and Hollytrees Museum.

Pets – This is a pet free barn, however we accept pets in the Hay Barn, Barley Barn and Cart Lodge, where we can also help with dog sitting and walking.

Capacity

• 11 Guests
• 4 Bedrooms
• 1 Sofa Bed
• 4 Bathrooms

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Hay Barn

The Hay Barn. 3 en-suite bedrooms.   Hot tub, countryside views. Wood burner.

The Hay Barn has 3 bedrooms, all en-suite, and can accommodate between 6 and 9 guests.  There is also a separate W.C.

Perfect for a relaxing break, get together with friends or family holiday, the sleeping accommodation can be configured to suit your needs.  The kitchen has everything you need to easily cater for 9 guests.  The open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area make this the perfect space for socialising.  There’s a dishwasher with dishwasher tablets provided, plus a washing machine and rotary line outside so you don’t even have to go home with washing to do!

With expansive views, private outdoor space, a stunning 6 person hot tub, generous living areas and a wrap around breakfast bar – you can’t help but fall in love with this barn.

Dogs are welcome downstairs, for just £8 per dog per day.  There is an enclosed rear garden.

Rates are for 6 guests.  An additional guests on the large single fold away bed in the upstairs bedroom is £90 for 3 nights/ weekend.   Up to 2 additional guests can sleep on the sofa bed in the lounge for a small fee of £75 for one person for 3 nights/weekend and £90 for 2 guests.  Bedding, linen, bath sheet, hand towel and hot tub towel are included in this price.

Check in is from 3pm.  Check out 10.30 am.  Minimum 3 night booking.  Or long weekend from 11am on Friday to 4pm on Sunday (charged at a 3 night rate).  Discounts for bookings for 5 nights or more.  Please enquire.

Capacity

• 8 Guests
• 3 Bedrooms
• 1 Sofa Bed
• 3 Bathrooms

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Barley Barn

Barley Barn, 3 bed, 3 bath. Super king bed, jacuzzi bath, walk in shower.

The Barley Barn is a thoughtfully renovated barn offering flexible sleeping accommodation for 6 – 9 guests.  Its charming period character has been cleverly aligned with stylish contemporary furnishings, and all the mod cons have been installed to ensure you’ll want for nothing during your stay.

The master bedroom downstairs has a carved, French antique king sized bed.  The ensuite is spacious and has a jacuzzi bath with shower above.  Downstairs a small bedroom has two single beds and there is a bathroom opposite with walk in shower.  The upstairs bedroom has a king sized bed, a desk if you need a quiet space to fit in some work, and an en-suite with bath and shower above.

For additional guests, a single fold away bed can be set up in the upstairs bedroom.  The master bedroom has a sofa bed that is idea for 2 children, making it an ideal family room, or for an adult if a group of friends are sharing.  There is also a sofa bed in the lounge.  A small additional fee applies to cover the cost of linen and towels.

The private rear garden with table, chairs and BBQ is a delightful place for a group of friends or family and your furry friends to enjoy the wonders of the countryside.

Dogs are welcome downstairs for just £8 per dog per day.

Rates are for 6 guests.  Additional guests on fold away or sofa beds are a one off additional fee of £75 per person for 3 nights/weekend.  Bedding, linen, bath sheet and hand towel are included in this price.

Check in is from 3pm.  Check out 10.30 am.  Minimum 3 night booking.  Or long weekend from 11am on Friday to 4pm on Sunday (charged at a 3 night rate).  Discounts for bookings for 4 or 5 nights or more, depending on dates.  Please enquire.

Capacity

• 6 Guests
• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Sofa Bed
• 3 Bathrooms

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Cart Lodge

The Cart Lodge at Jepcrack’s with private patio garden.  Optional private hot tub area.

With French influences, this one bedroom barn with private hot tub and seating area.  It is ideal for a discerning couple, friends or a small family of who are seeking a boutique retreat in the countryside.  The Cart Lodge’s beautiful and stylish interior won’t disappoint.

A lovingly curated space that has maximised the barn’s original beams.  The Cart Lodge is modest on the outside, yet you’ll discover an inviting open plan living, dining and kitchen area and a door that leads to an elegant bedroom with en-suite.  The barn is centrally heated and there is a wood burning stove for those chillier nights.

Our newly constructed private hot tub area can be added to the rental of this barn.  The 3 person hot tub is in a private, secluded area of the garden with views over farmland.   Set under a gorgeous pergola with louvred roof plus table and chairs, this area is great in winter as well as summer.  The hot tub has 2 loungers overlooking the fields and a seat and is powered by a series of high performance jets.  With fairy lights and bluetooth, it’s great for the evening as well as the day time.

For a special occasion, please enquire about our Champagne, chololate and flower package.

Dogs are welcome for just £8 per dog per day.

Rates are for 2 guests.  For additional guests a one off payment of £75 for one guest or £90 for two guests for 3 nights / weekend apply.  This includes bedding, linen, bath sheet and hand towel.

Check in is from 3pm.  Check out 10.30 am.  Mininum 3 night booking.  Or long weekend from 11am on Friday to 4pm on Sunday.  Discounts for bookings for 5 nights or more.  Please enquire.

Capacity

• 4 Guests
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Sofa Bed
• 1 Bathrooms

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