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A building with a wooden facade, large windows with shutters, and a visible door.
Property grounds
TV
2 bedrooms, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mersea Island, near Colchester
  • Place, beach near Fishing lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mersea Island Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mersea Island Vineyard
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪89 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located within a mile (2 km) of Mersea Island Museum, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mersea Island Vineyard. The cottage includes a kitchen and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Fishing lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mersea Island Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mersea Island Vineyard - 13 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 29 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 56 min drive - 39.5 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 20 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Plough - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Munchies Bradwell - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬2 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.

The Boat House at Tides Reach

You’ll love being able to see the sea from the front of the house.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Smart TV, DVD Player

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, DVD Player

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels included and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Private parking for 1 car. On road parking (seasonal restrictions); additional public car park nearby. No smoking.. A recently built fabulous property set in an enviable location and only 400 feet to the beach. The Boat House offers room for four people and space to relax. On the ground floor you’ll find the master bedroom, complete with shower/wet room and plenty of storage. Upstairs is the second bedroom with twin single beds and space for the travel cot, and family bathroom. The house benefits from plenty of natural light and modern plantation shutters to the windows and the second bedroom also has Velux windows and blackout blinds, along with free Wi-Fi. Although this charming property does not have its own garden space, four-legged friends are more than welcome. There is a convenient verge just outside for short walks, with the beach nearby offering plenty of space for longer strolls and playtime. You will find a folder within the property listing many local attractions, pubs and restaurants.

Mersea Island benefits from some fantastic shops, tea rooms, restaurants and pubs as well as being famous for its seafood and brightly coloured beach huts. Enjoy a drink or something to eat in one of the family friendly pubs and restaurants. Mersea Island is great for anyone who wants a break beside the sea but there are lots of activities to keep you busy too - walking, cycling and sailing to name a few. The Boat House is an ideal location from which to explore Mersea Island.

Cudmore Grove Country Park is situated a short distance away at East Mersea and is terrific for those who prefer green open spaces and quieter spots, why not take a picnic? Should you decide to travel, only 20 minutes away and you can find yourself in the historic city of of Colchester or Maldon, both worth a visit. There are two beachside cafés, a park, a small shop (seasonal) and a bar serving food all within 5 minutes walk of the property. There are further amenities just over a mile away including butchers, bakery and supermarkets.

Free WiFi



There will be building works carried out next door from August 2024 - End of 2025 - there will potentially be noise between 8am and 4pm.

Suitable for up to 2 pets
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

su-UK39132-UK39132

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Colchester, close to Mersea Island Vineyard, Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool, and Five Lakes Resort. You'll also find Mersea Island Museum and Cudmore Grove Country Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Boat House at Tides Reach?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is The Boat House at Tides Reach good for couples?

With a stay at this lakeside cottage, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each cottage plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Does The Boat House at Tides Reach have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does The Boat House at Tides Reach have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 17.4 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 29.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Boat House at Tides Reach?

No, you won't find cottage with balconies at The Boat House at Tides Reach.

The Boat House at Tides Reach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Liz Hutchinson

The Boat House is just perfect in every way, so very clean and equipped.

The Boat House is just perfect in every way, so very clean and equipped. The beach is just two minutes walk away. Cannot wait to return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Dore

Absolutely wonderful.

Absolutely wonderful. The cottage is home from home. Faultless. There was everything you would need, the dog had beds, blankets, bowls & treats.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very happy!

The property was scrupulously clean & was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house in great location

The house was very clean, well equipped and comfortable. Lovely welcome from the propery owner. Dog friendly beach only a short walk away. Shops etc. a slightly longer walk, or a short car journey. Great place from which to explore Mersea island and the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022