Water Lily Lodge welcome pack

Get ready to experience Water Lily Lodge, our cosy lakeside cabin surrounded by woodland and breathtaking lakeside views. Remember to snap photos and tag @browningbros!

Browning Bros. was founded by two brothers with a vision to offer unique experiences like luxury glamping, alternative wild weddings, secret escapes, and corporate events. Based on an organic family farm in North Essex, it has been in our family for five generations. We invite you to rest, relax, and enjoy this English country idyll that our family calls home.

Nat & Archie Browning

Check-in is from 14:30 onwards
Check-out is at 10:30.

Have a question? If you don’t find the answer below, check our FAQs or message us. 

Location:

Water Lily Lodge is located in the Colne Valley, about an hour from Central London, near Colchester, and 30 minutes from Stansted. The lodge is surrounded by woodland and offers a peaceful escape.

  
directions:

Search for “Chalkney Water Meadows” on Google Maps to reach the cabin. The nearest postcode is CO6 2PP. Use the provided gate code in your email to enter and follow the signs to the cabin. The key box is near the large sliding doors, and the code will be emailed.
Use WhatThreeWords for the exact location: ///encounter.butternut.travels

a few things to please note

No one likes a fun sponge, but we want to ensure you have a great and safe time, respect your surroundings and keep our cabins looking good for future guests. So we kindly ask that you abide by the following:

  • Turn off AC/Heating and lights when leaving.

  • Respect anglers on the lake.

  • Keep noise levels low.

  • If you have more than 1 bin load of rubbish during your stay, we kindly request you dispose of it in the large blue general waste bin, glass bin, and brown food waste bin by the old barn as you drive down the track.

  • Clean the BBQ grill after use.

  • Do not share the gate code with delivery drivers. All deliveries and takeaways should be met at the main entrance gate.

  • No muddy footwear, smoking, or candles inside the cabin.

  • No swimming in the lakes.

  • Keep doors and windows locked when unoccupied.

  • Pets are allowed with prior permission; extra cleaning fees apply if necessary.

  • Report any damage or mess before departure.

  • Please do not lean on the bannisters upstairs or let any children climb over them.

  • Don’t leave the woodburner on unoccupied

  • Padlock code at gate around the lake to access Chalkney woods = 12609

Cabin Amenities:

  • Wi-Fi: LINK_72FE, Password: 67095056

  • Air Conditioning: The lounge walls and downstairs bedrooms have heating/air conditioning units. Each room has its own remote control on a holder. As you enter the respective room, stand back from the unit and point the remote control at it to use it.

  • A DAB/FM Bluetooth Radio in living room for use, along with a SMART TV.

  • Bins & recycling: We work with CSH Environmental to collect and recycle all our household and food waste. Your rubbish will be thoroughly sorted and recycled.

  • Bins: If you have more than 1 bin load of rubbish during your stay, we kindly request you dispose of it in the large blue general waste bin, glass bin, and brown food waste bin by the old barn as you drive down the track.

  • Self-care: A hair dryer, and eco-friendly Bramley Range toiletries are provided.

  • Kitchen: It has an electric oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, and necessary cooking/dining crockery.

  • BBQ: You will need to bring your own charcoal to use. Please clean the grill after use and leave it how you found it

  • The accommodation offers three bedrooms: one king-size and one twin on the ground floor, and one twin on the mezzanine level (+ a sofa day bed)

woodburner instructions

Chopped logs and firelighters are supplied for the wood burner. In case you are not familiar with lighting a fire, then please follow the steps below:

  1. Start off by adding a small amount of kindling with 2-3 firelighters.

  2. Light the firelighters. As this fire starts to burn, add more kindling and smaller wood for at least 10 minutes until it gets very hot and burns through the kindling.

  3. Add larger logs to the wood burner. Keep the vent open for at least 15 minutes to get the fire roaring.

A small hatchet is in the log store if you need to split any more wood.

Please do not leave the wood burner unattended while it is lit, and please do not remove ash from the burner at the end of your stay.

hot tub rules

Please read carefully through our hot tub rules – failure to comply could result in losing your holding deposit:

  • No glass in the hot tub.

  • Always shower before use.

  • Tanning products are not recommended as they can cause stains.

  • Turn off jets after use.

  • Ensure the lid is on when not in use. Do not use it in high winds.

  • Due to rigorous cleaning procedures, the hot tub may not be fully heated upon arrival.

  • Hot tub checks are usually done in the morning, but timings may vary. A BBros team member will attend to the hot tub at some point during the day.

terms and conditions

Pets – Prior approval is required from Browning Bros for pets to stay in the cabin. There is a £30 charge per pet per stay, and guests should bring their own pet beds and bowls.

All damages must be paid for.

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the cabin and an extra charge of £50 will be charged to guests who have been smoking inside.

Payment—A 30% deposit is required to secure the booking. The balance is payable six weeks before arrival.

Cancellations – the deposit is non-refundable. If a cancellation is made within 6 weeks of arrival, then the full balance will still be required.

A holding deposit of £200 is required prior to arrival. If no damages occur, the deposit will be refunded within 5 working days from departure.

Important Contacts:

  • Main point of contact - Sarah: 07968214339

    If Sarah doesn’t answer, try one of us; if it’s an emergency, call 999.

  • Nat: 07866483027

  • Archie: 07980836985

  • Becky: 07919692774

Nature is always at the forefront of our minds, so we've chosen The Bramley Range for our guests. Inspired by the British countryside, these eco-friendly products are cruelty-free and use natural ingredients and recyclable packaging.

We want our guests to experience a relaxed and revived feeling, so we've equipped the cabin with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand wash, and hand lotion from the lovely eco-friendly, British Bramley Range. We also use eco-friendly washing up and cleaning materials exclusively.