The Hideaway Pod

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Staff

8.5

About this property

Essential Facilities: The Hideaway Pod in Chelmsford offers a sun terrace and a garden. Guests can enjoy an outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and barbecue facilities. Comfortable Accommodations: The property features private check-in and check-out services, a ground-floor unit, and a walk-in shower. Each unit includes a balcony with lake views, a dining table, and outdoor furniture. Local Attractions: Located 36 km from London Stansted Airport, the camping site is near Chelmsford Train Station (13 km), Freeport Braintree (14 km), and Hylands Park (24 km). Other attractions include Hedingham Castle (32 km) and Adventure Island (43 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, The Hideaway Pod provides free on-site private parking, full-day security, and activities such as hiking and cycling.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Goska
Poland Poland
“Amazing location at the lake, birds walking around, quiet and lovely 😍 very kind and communicative Hosts. Cute lights and decorations!”
Kellie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our stay was amazing. John is such a helpful friendly guy. He goes above and beyond. The site is immaculate and beyond beautiful. It's so quiet and relaxing. Amenities are all very clean and every eventuality has been thought of. It's a really...”
Smith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Me and my wife loved every minute we were there and the bailiff John was so helpful and perlite I would recommend it to anyone who wants to have a good fishing experience”
Quigley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location and how quiet it was day and night. John was brilliant to meet.”
Tom
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everyone there was very friendly and so accommodating, definitely made our weekend that extra bit better!”
Amanda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great place with great hospitable people, especially John and Mathew, thank you”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. That's about US$66. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note guests must bring their own bedding including a duvet.

Please note there is no electricity in the pod, just torches and battery lights only. Guests can hire a Calor Gas heater for GBP 10 for the duration of their stay.

Please note there is a short walk from the car park to the accommodation.

Property is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.

Guests are required to bring glasses, crockery and cutlery, as only plastic provided.

Please note that Fishing is an extra £30.00 per person per day.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.