Entire home

Island Cottage by the beach/water.

Relax by day at one of two lovely outdoor spaces with picturesque waterside views then sample fresh seafood at night.

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Set across from the beach and waterside, this charming cottage offers views of the water from both bedrooms. Enjoy local food shops and seafood restaurants along the waterfront, just a short stroll away. Relax in one of two sitting areas - either on the sun-kissed back terrace or in front garden with delightful views.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Cottage by the beach/water.

A top location - with the beach and waterside just across from the cottage, and views towards the waterside from both bedrooms. Lovely local food shops and excellent seafood restaurants just a short stroll away along the waterfront. Parking at the property and wifi is free.

There are two bedrooms a good size double bedroom and a twin with two beds (2'6" wide single beds suitable for children and most adults ). The family bathroom is downstairs with a fully equipped kitchen and dining room area. The sitting room includes a TV with Netflix and BBC iPlayer. As this is an old, original cottage the stairs are a little steep and can be difficult for those with mobility issues.

Two super sitting out areas - the back terrace with dining table and chairs, off the kitchen, gets sun from morning and the front garden gets the sun from mid morning until sunset. Also a good size garden delightful for relaxing all day.

The kitchen includes a washing machine, cooker with hob, fridge with small freezer and microwave plus all utensils for cooking and eating out on the terrace or indoors.

The island will keep you entertained with superb fish restaurants like The Company Shed, The Dukes (outside only) and the West Mersea Oyster Bar and Restaurant; beaches; lots of walks on West Mersea and East Mersea (sometimes a ferry taking you to Brightlingsea); boat trips and watersports (paddleboarding/kayaks etc). Mersea watersports can rent to you paddleboards, kayaks etc. If you want to go further in a car, day trips to Colchester, Maldon, Wivenhoe, Rowhedge and Constable Country are super.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
West Mersea, Essex, England

What's nearby

  • Layer Marney Tower - 16 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Park - 18 min drive
  • Colchester Zoo - 19 min drive
  • University of Essex - 20 min drive
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station - 21 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Layer Fox - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coast Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Art Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Cottage by the beach/water. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Cottage by the beach/water. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Cottage by the beach/water. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Cottage by the beach/water. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Mersea Island Vineyard and within 9 miles (15 km) of Cudmore Grove Country Park and Gosfield Lake Golf Club. Five Lakes Golf Club and Five Lakes Resort are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Island Cottage by the beach/water. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

glenda r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little seaside cottage!
We enjoyed our stay in the seaside town of West Mersea. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Walks to the beach were very nice even in November. The cottage was nicely accommodated for a lovely stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

paul w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mersea stay
Cute cottage that grew on us - lovely gardens for sitting out in, front & back. Quiet, lovely location, close to beach & town.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

plgspooky

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location lovely cottage
Good space in which to explore the area. We found the cottage clean and tidy and because of good information from the host everything worked well. I even enjoyed the stairs lol at 6ft and clumsy it added to the charm. This cottage is everything most people could need close to shops, beach and oysters. Recommended to anyone unless you have mobility issues as stairs are steep. We loved it here
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaz t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday cottage
My best friend and I stayed 10 days at this beautiful cottage. Apart from the narrow stairs leading up to the bedrooms, the cottage was absolutely gorgeous and quaint. The garden was well kept, and beautiful too. It was very quiet and relaxing, just what we needed. And the people on the island were so friendly. DEFINITELY worth staying at, AND it's worth 5 stars. Thanx again to Diane 😊💖
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful small cottage close to sea
We had a lovely couple of days after Christmas visiting family and friends and the cottage on Mersea was a great base for us. Kitchen has everything you need and although it’s quite small, it’s cosy. The bathroom is downstairs and ( as the owner points out) the stairs are steep and not for anyone with mobility issues but bedrooms are very comfortable. Lovely views and very peaceful. We had a great stay. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
A fabulous property, cleaned to a wonderful standard, with everything you would need in the kitchen and holiday home provided. Absolutely loved Mersea, super friendly locals and local restaurants served delicious meals. Even the weather was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Fantastic base to explore a beautiful part of the country. The host was very helpful in providing information of things to do in the area and lovely places to eat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022