Title: Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home Vacation home in Colchester ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102160000/102158900/102158859/91d560ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102160000/102158900/102158859/4778dccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102160000/102158900/102158859/edc28cf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102160000/102158900/102158859/2a57da3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102160000/102158900/102158859/5c8c1a80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Colchester, this modern home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With its contemporary decor, self-contained accommodation is ideal for families or leisure-business travelers. Stay close to everything with Abbey Fields grounds and Colchester High Street just a short walk away. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61001 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home A contemporary home away from home. Nestled in a modern recently built township, you are just a few minutes walk from both Colchester High Street and Abbey Fields grounds. Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located place. With modern decor and self-contained accommodation, an ideal home for a family of 6 or a group of leisure-business travelers. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,001 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107260000/107258800/107258766/992982aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lorna, Houseboat , West Mersea West Mersea - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Microwave - Toys/games 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=107258766&PinnedHotelID=107258766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111990000/111989600/111989553/3ee895df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chic 2 bedroom Flat; wifi, smart TV, foosball table Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=111989553&PinnedHotelID=111989553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113770000/113763300/113763239/2eebfb49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Comfort in a 4 bed 2 bath w/ Garden, Parking, Wifi Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=113763239&PinnedHotelID=113763239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91350000/91342100/91342044/d3ddcc14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bedroom house in beautiful Coggeshall Coggeshall - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=91342044&PinnedHotelID=91342044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70550000/70547500/70547461/143c4418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Meridan Lodge Saint Osyth - Pool - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=70547461&PinnedHotelID=70547461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96550000/96544800/96544775/1fdc18f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Colchester - Just 3 Minutes Walk to Colchester Castle and High Street! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 3776664 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.88271%2C0.90613&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XZlvpU1mIfxLjyAyUL3hOYvZfH8=) Colchester #### What's nearby - Colchester Castle Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km - Colchester Castle Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km - Colchester Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Mercury Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - University of Essex - 4 min drive - 2.6 km #### Getting around - Colchester Town Station - 7 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪New Town Tavern - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Odd One Out - ‬4 min walk - ‪The British Grenadier pub - ‬5 min walk - ‪Rose Burger & Kebab Centre - ‬11 min walk - ‪Colchester Garrison Officers' Club - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | 3 Bed home away from home located? > Situated in Colchester, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Roman Circus House, Colchester Castle Park, and Lion Walk Church. Colchester Natural History Museum and The Minories Galleries are also within 15 minutes. Colchester Town Station is 7 minutes by foot and Hythe Station is 24 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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