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Luxury tents

The Skye Yurt

CO5 9EX Scotties Farm, Messing, CO5 9EX, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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The Skye Yurt
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About this property

Elegant Accommodation

The Skye Yurt in Messing offers a luxury tent experience with adults-only access. Guests enjoy a sun terrace and a beautiful garden, complemented by free on-site private parking.

Comfortable Amenities

The property features a private check-in and check-out service, an outdoor fireplace, and a minimarket. Additional amenities include an outdoor seating area, picnic area, barbecue, and outdoor dining area.

Local Attractions

Located 7 km from Colchester Zoo and 12 km from Colchester Castle, the yurt is also close to Freeport Braintree (17 km) and Hedingham Castle (26 km). London Stansted Airport is 43 km away.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

House rules

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

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

Legal information

This property is managed by The Skye Yurt.

Located in Easthorpe, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Skye Yurt

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Skye Yurt is 2.1 km from the center of Easthorpe.
Room options at The Skye Yurt include:
  • Tent
Yes, couples have rated this property 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.7

Very good

17 reviews

S

Stuart

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Aug 24, 2025
10.0
+ Everything is an amazing place we will be back for sure Everything is an amazing place we will be back for sure
- Nothing Nothing

solo traveller · Tent

T

Theresa

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Aug 18, 2025
8.0
+ N/a N/a
- The poles holding the roof kept falling from their sockets. Hit partner on the head and dog across her back The poles holding the roof kept falling from their sockets. Hit partner on the head and dog across her back

young couple · Tent

Facilities of The Skye Yurt

Non-smoking rooms Parking

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Adults only
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Media & Technology

  • Pet bowls
  • Private check-in/check-out

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Food & Drink

  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

Transportation

  • Board games/puzzles

Other

  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Living Area

  • Parking

Guest reviews for The Skye Yurt

8.7

Very good

17 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 8.6
Facilities 8.8
Cleanliness 9.1
Comfort 9.2
Value for money 7.5
Location 9.0
Free Wifi 0.0

Score distribution

Superb
10
Good
6
Okay
1

Scores by traveler type

Solo travelers 9.3
Business travelers 10.0
Couples 8.7

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Guest reviews

S

Stuart

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Tent Tent Aug 24, 2025 solo traveller
+ Everything is an amazing place we will be back for sure
− Nothing
T

Theresa

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Tent Tent Aug 18, 2025 young couple
+ N/a
− The poles holding the roof kept falling from their sockets. Hit partner on the head and dog across her back
J

James

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Tent Tent Jul 28, 2025 young couple
+ Beautiful yurt with plenty of amenities, spotlessly clean with a beautiful views of the Essex countryside.
N

Neil

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Tent Tent Jun 16, 2025 solo traveller
+ loved staying here, not our usual thing but we thought lets give it a go and absolutely loved it, could not find a fault honestly, clean, tidy and the small touches in the yurt made it so welcoming, hana and jamie are there if you need anything but just leave you to enjoy your night under the stars. thanks guys, already passed the link to 6 friends so they will hopefully book soon. thanks again.
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Bovetta

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Tent Tent Jun 8, 2025 young couple
+ The bed was so comfy I had one of the best sleep of my life! The facility has got everything you need to bbq and cook, they even provide you with fresh eggs and milk. Upon arrival, you’ll receive instructions for self check in and everything you need to know. The yurt was spotless, It truly felt like a home in the middle of the country side ❤️
1 found this helpful