Title: A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy - 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 # A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy Escape to an enchanting haven in the countryside where whimsical charm meets luxury comfort. ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102351000/102350977/442658f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102351000/102350977/1ffcee3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102351000/102350977/65567701.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102351000/102350977/3567397e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102351000/102350977/2dfd179f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Dedham Vale, The Tea Caddy offers a unique retreat with luxurious and meticulous renovation. Its rich interior design is inspired by Wedgwood patterns and features a dining room with views over the garden, Emerald Forest bedroom with farmhouse-style door, kitchen with real marble worktops, sitting room log-burner under exposed beams. Outside discover a newly-turfed lawned garden surrounded by flower beds that emit varied scents of tea. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy As if a fairy-tale cottage plucked from the pages of Hans Christian Andersen, The Tea Caddy's unique architecture and setting is the stuff of wondrous and magical fantasy. Built around 1818 in the shape of a tea caddy by a member of the famous Wedgwood family, this historically-important building is protected by the National Trust. With a modern twist, it has recently had a luxurious and meticulous renovation with the interior design developing its origins in Wedgwood patterns and decorative contemporary finishes. It is a rich, indulgent, comfortable and cosy out-of-the-ordinary experience tucked away down a quiet country lane, opposite a vineyard in the heart of the delightful Dedham Vale. There's nothing like it! Lower Ground Floor Emerald Forest Bedroom - Named after the mesmerising kaleidoscopic wallpaper and featuring a fluffy bespoke double-bed with views to the garden through the farmhouse style splitable door. There are matching bedside tables and a large built-in cupboard. Bathroom - En-suite to the Emerald Forest bedroom and centred around a traditional freestanding roll top bath tub. There is also a walk-in power-shower, hand-basin and lavatory. Utility Room- With sink, worktop, cupboards, washing machine and tumble dryer. Upper Ground Floor Dining Room - Under pink painted and peacock-pasted walls is a 19th century rectory dining table with six matching chairs and a traditional wooden school desk with inspiring views over the garden and pink camelia tree. Waterlily Bedroom - Again named after stunning wallpaper, it features a bespoke Super King-sized bed adorned with bronze birds that can split into two full-sized single beds. There are matching bed-side tables and designer reading lamps along with a large built-in hanging cupboard and nook next to an antique mirror. Shower Room - No ordinary washing space, with more peacocks inhabiting a feature full wall pattern of beautiful and intricate tiling. There is a walk-in ‘rainfall' power-shower, hand-basin and lavatory. First Floor Kitchen - Open plan at the top of the stairs with a long curved real marble worktop with bespoke handmade Farrow and Ball-painted cupboards containing full-sized fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and generous storage. In a central decoratively-framed chimney alcove is an electric oven and hob with encaustic Bert & May pink blush tiles. Sitting Room - Matching two-seater comfy sofas sit beneath exposed wooden beams and vaulting to create a enveloping space that feels larger than it is. Within the central chimney breast is a glass fronted log-burner below a cleverly ‘hidden' Picture Frame Smart TV. The gothic window provides views over the woodland-inspired garden and vineyard beyond. Outside Garden - Accessed from the front door or the Emerald Forest Bedroom is a quarter-acre newly-turfed lawned garden surrounded with replanted flower beds that emit varied scents of tea. There is a large charcoal BBQ and garden table and chairs. To unwind and relax in the summer there is a hammock between two oak trees and four wooden recliner chairs. The garden is enclosed, though a determined canine escapologist could find ways to freedom! Bike storage - At the far end of the garage is secure storage for bicycles and other holiday paraphernalia. EV Charger - Charged at cost ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106741800/106741724/8dd51c39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Constable Country perfection - Beachams Cottage Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=106741724&PinnedHotelID=106741724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102351000/102350981/165a446b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barn conversion with private pool - Yew Tree Barn Colchester - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=102350981&PinnedHotelID=102350981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73770300/73770251/c4e173e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water Cottage - A beautifully restored 15th Century Hall House in Suffolks prettiest tiny village, b Kersey - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=73770251&PinnedHotelID=73770251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67590000/67582700/67582608/ba964b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Immaculate luxury retreat in pretty village with great pubs - Box Valley Cottage Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=67582608&PinnedHotelID=67582608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3700000/3697600/3697573/ca987f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Crown Stoke By Nayland Colchester - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.8 Exceptional 89 reviews CA $163 CA $195 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=3697573&PinnedHotelID=3697573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111650000/111643200/111643120/6a8857d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### East Lodge is set on edge of the beautiful Langham Hall Estate Langham - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=111643120&PinnedHotelID=111643120&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74540000/74538900/74538890/1cacae86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Extraordinary 15th century timber framed cottage in famous Medieval village - The Tryst Lavenham - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=74538890&PinnedHotelID=74538890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73770400/73770303/483a996e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A romantic little Farm cottage with a roaring fire. 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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 633668 ## About the area Colchester is home to this cottage. Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum and Hollytrees Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Green Island Gardens Ardleigh and Assington Barn. Tenpin Bowling Colchester and Xtreme Gaming are also worth visiting. [Visit our Colchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Colchester.dx4609) [View more Cottages in Colchester](https://www.expedia.ca/Colchester-Cottages.d4609-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C51.98452%2C0.95967&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CeMiH72YER8HLWAagFpXBNmrRWM=) Colchester, Suffolk ### What's nearby - Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum - 7 min drive - 6.6 km - Flatford Mill - 9 min drive - 8.3 km - University of Essex - 15 min drive - 17.3 km - Colchester Castle Park - 15 min drive - 16.0 km - Colchester Zoo - 18 min drive - 22.3 km ### Getting around - Manningtree Mistley Station - 14 min drive - Stansted Airport (STN) - 65 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪Capel Village Bar - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mill Street Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬10 min drive - ‪Marlborough Head - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A fairy-tale luxurious cottage - The Tea Caddy located? > Situated in Colchester, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Dedham Vale and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bridge Cottage and Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum. Suffolk Distillery and RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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