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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.



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.





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.
More Cottages Near Dedham
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.





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








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



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




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





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


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.




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.








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.








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



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








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.








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.




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



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.




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.





