Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Fishing available onsite
A rare find — cast your line without leaving the property.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•3 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Garden
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Explore the area
East Mersea, near Colchester
Cudmore Grove Country Park
Place, Cudmore Grove Country Park
10 min walk
beach near Waterside Marina
Place, beach near Waterside Marina
28 min walk
Colchester Castle Park
Place, Colchester Castle Park
55 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
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
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).
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Important information
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Property # 11102446
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Colchester
Located in Colchester, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cudmore Grove Country Park and Abberton Reservoir, while Headgate Theatre and Hollytrees Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cudmore Grove Country Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool and Mersea Island Vineyard. Mersea Island Museum and Abberton Reservoir are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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