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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area

East Mersea, near Colchester
- Cudmore Grove Country ParkPlace, Cudmore Grove Country Park10 min walk
- beach near Waterside MarinaPlace, beach near Waterside Marina28 min walk
- beach near Fishing lakePlace, beach near Fishing lake10 min drive
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About the area
Colchester
Located in Colchester, this cottage is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Cudmore Grove Country Park and Mersea Island Vineyard. .This cottage is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Mersea Island Museum and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Abberton Reservoir.
What's nearby
- Cudmore Grove Country Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- beach near Fishing lake - 10 min drive - 2.7 km
- Colchester Zoo - 45 min drive - 21.8 km
- Colchester Castle Park - 55 min drive - 22.2 km
- University of Essex - 58 min drive - 23.7 km
Getting around
- Colchester Town Station - 23 min drive
- London (SEN-Southend) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
- Kings Arms - 32 min drive
- Kings Head - 31 min drive
- Mersea Barn - 3 min drive
- The Creek - 30 min drive
- Brightlingsea Swimming Pool Cafe - 32 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A perfect hidden gem.
A perfect hidden gem. A must for any seafood lovers - plenty of restaurants and cafés to enjoy. Spectacular walking, bird watching available from the doorstep. Red squirrels nest around the property so do bring some nuts.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Bluray Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Private garden with sitting-out area. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. From the moment you arrive you will begin to de-stress and relax from the island’s peaceful atmosphere. Beautifully converted to offer the warmest of welcomes, boasting open plan accommodation with vaulted ceilings and two wonderful bedrooms each having their own facilities. If you’re a "foody" there are plenty of restaurants and cafés and if you love seafood you shall never want to leave. You are surrounded by a superb coastline and a few minutes’ walking distance from the oyster fishery, where you can experience the freshest oysters. This is Britain’s most easterly inhabited island and access to the island is via the Stood causeway crossing... so watch the tide times! A superb location for walking, bird-watching, swimming and cycling, East Mersea boasts very quiet beaches of sand and shingle and often you will be the only person there. Be sure to bring your walking boots, leave the car behind, explore this magical location on foot with miles of walking and bird watching opportunities available from the doorstep. Only 9 miles from Colchester with its famous castle and zoo, also conveniently located for exploring Dedham Vale, Stour Valley and Constable country. Pub 1.5 miles. Supermarket 3 miles.
Free WiFi
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Bluray Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Private garden with sitting-out area. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. From the moment you arrive you will begin to de-stress and relax from the island’s peaceful atmosphere. Beautifully converted to offer the warmest of welcomes, boasting open plan accommodation with vaulted ceilings and two wonderful bedrooms each having their own facilities. If you’re a "foody" there are plenty of restaurants and cafés and if you love seafood you shall never want to leave. You are surrounded by a superb coastline and a few minutes’ walking distance from the oyster fishery, where you can experience the freshest oysters. This is Britain’s most easterly inhabited island and access to the island is via the Stood causeway crossing... so watch the tide times! A superb location for walking, bird-watching, swimming and cycling, East Mersea boasts very quiet beaches of sand and shingle and often you will be the only person there. Be sure to bring your walking boots, leave the car behind, explore this magical location on foot with miles of walking and bird watching opportunities available from the doorstep. Only 9 miles from Colchester with its famous castle and zoo, also conveniently located for exploring Dedham Vale, Stour Valley and Constable country. Pub 1.5 miles. Supermarket 3 miles.
Free WiFi
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which has a kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Single level property
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near the ocean
- On a lake
- On a river
Things to do
- Fishing
- Ecotours nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
su-UK34921-UK34921
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