[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) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102160000/102158900/102158859/5c8c1a80.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) ![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) - 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 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=107258766&PinnedHotelID=107258766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115820000/115819100/115819035/7d33b0f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 3 Bedroom Home with Parking & Garden Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 4.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=115819035&PinnedHotelID=115819035&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 Colchester is home to this vacation home. Birch Grove Golf Club and Tenpin Bowling Colchester are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Natural History Museum. Colchester Zoo and Green Island Gardens Ardleigh are also worth visiting. [Visit our Colchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Colchester.dx4609) [View more Vacation homes in Colchester](https://www.expedia.ca/Colchester-Private-Vacation-Homes.d4609-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C51.88271%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 Britannia - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Odd One Out - ‬4 min walk - ‪The British Grenadier pub - ‬5 min walk - ‪Rose Burger & Kebab Centre - ‬11 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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