Overview

The fourth-generation family-run farm in North Essex is located by the coast, providing guests with stunning “Big Sky” views of the magical marshes, river estuaries, and the countryside surrounding the farm. The farm offers a broad range of accommodations, ideal for families. Most properties are equipped with log-fired hot tubs, adding to the guests’ luxurious experience. The farm is dog-friendly and open to visitors throughout the year.

Activities

Visitors to the farm may see the resident dogs and ducks during their stay. The farm features two livery yards near the cottages, where privately owned horses and ponies graze in the surrounding paddocks or are trained in the ménage. If guests have their own fishing gear, they can visit the farm’s two reservoirs, located a short drive away from the glamping properties, for an additional cost.

Food

In St Osyth, visitors can find The Red Lion, a dog-friendly pub with a grassy courtyard garden in the back. The bar area serves typical home-cooked pub food. The Kings Arms is another option for visitors who prefer good food but don’t need dog-friendly facilities. It’s recommended to call and book in advance if you plan to eat there. The Nisa shop, located 400m on the left from Lee Wick Lane, is well-stocked for anything visitors may have forgotten during the day until early evening. A larger NiSA in the village will also be open later. If visitors need a food shop, they can order it to be delivered to the cottages. Clacton is a 10-15 minute drive away and has supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s.

Each glamping pod has BBQ for outdoor dining, and the cottages have fully equipped kitchens.

Accommodation

Lee Wick Farm offers a paw-some range of accommodations to suit every taste, including your furry best friend! All of their lodging options are dog-friendly, so your beloved pooch can join in on the fun.

Lee Wick Farm offers two delightful cottages converted from 18th-century farm buildings. The Stable Cottage sleeps 2 to 7 people (including two on a sofa bed) and boasts gorgeous views of the surrounding paddocks. It features an open plan kitchen, dining, and living area, a twin bedroom with an en-suite, and a family bedroom with one king-size bed and one single bed with an en-suite. The Cart Lodge is a blast from the past, dating back to the previous century and has been thoughtfully renovated to preserve some of its original features. It sleeps up to 12 people and includes a large open plan kitchen, dining, and living area with a log burner, a spacious family-sized bedroom with two double beds and one single bed plus an en-suite bathroom, and an upstairs living area with a double sofa bed that provides stunning views of the estuary.

If you’re looking for an adventure, Lee Wick Farm’s glamping cabins or pods are the way to go! Each unit features its own en-suite facilities and kitchen area, and private log-fired hot tubs are available to book. They offer a unique opportunity to connect with nature without sacrificing comfort. With a wide range of options, including those that can accommodate up to two adults and two children, there’s a glamping option to suit everyone’s needs.

Touring guests can enjoy Lee Wick Farm’s small grass paddock, which can accommodate up to three camper vans, motorhomes, or touring caravans at any given time. As a Caravan and Camping Club-certified site, guests can expect basic amenities such as fresh running water and a chemical disposal point. Please note that no toilet or shower facilities are available in the touring paddock, so guests must have these onboard.

Finally, families seeking a rustic and secluded camping experience can check out The Secret Garden, an idyllic area of Lee Wick Farm that offers three large pitches exclusively for camping. Each pitch includes a fire pit, barbecue, and hazel hurdles for added privacy. The Secret Garden can accommodate two adults or a family of two adults and up to three children, and a quirky converted horse trailer houses two loos and showers just a short walk away from each pitch.

Nearby

Lee Wick Farm is located near St Osyth in North Essex. The village has shops, two pubs, and special buildings, including St Osyth Priory ruins. The beach past the village has oyster beds. Visitors can enjoy walking, cycling, fishing, and birdwatching at Essex Wildlife Trust reserves. Lee Wick Lane leads to the shingle beach, and visitors can take the Brightlingsea Foot Ferry to Mersea Island and Brightlingsea. Curve Wake Park offers water sports, and Dedham provides beautiful scenery. Colchester has historical sights and a zoo. The Suffolk Heritage Coastline has towns such as Southwold and Aldeburgh. Visitors can enjoy drinks and food in neighbouring Wivenhoe.