Bellropes Countryside Retreat, Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex

Bellropes comfortably sleeps 22 people, and is available to hire exclusively for special occasions, family reunions, a significant birthday, a corporate away day or just a get together with friends. Set in two acres of beautiful gardens, with amazing outside spaces including a hot tub, Bellropes is the perfect place to get away from the daily routine and relax.

The main social spaces including the living room, dining room, kitchen and conservatory are in the main house. Breakfast can be enjoyed in either the dining room or conservatory, where you're again treated to views of the wildlife and countryside.

Four bedrooms (one double, two twin/king and one single/twin) are also in the main house. The double and one king room are interlinked, making them great for families. There are a further 5 double en suite bedrooms in a chalet-style accommodation block and a further two king/twin en suite bedrooms in the garden rooms, which are also interlinked. Please ask if you need any clarification.

Nobody will need to queue for the shower in the mornings, as each of the 11 bedrooms has its own en suite shower and toilet.

The outside areas are brilliant, with excellent facilities for barbecues on the patio area complete with a large rustic table where you'll all have space to sit, chat, drink and eat as the sun dips beneath the horizon. There is plenty of space to kick a ball about or play Frisbee in the garden. Take a stroll over the footbridge and feed the fish in the pond below.

Roam the Essex countryside with miles of footpaths right on the doorstep before relaxing in the hot tub. Alternatively there are plenty of local activities, such as clay pigeon shooting, horse riding, sea fishing, sailing and golf (to name but a few) to keep you entertained! Visit the local marina.