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The Hide

3.0 star property

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Cottage | Living area | Fireplace
Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils
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Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Reeves Hall Meeting Lane East Mersea, Colchester, England, CO5 8TE
  • Place, Mersea Island Vineyard
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Fishing lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪76 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located within a mile (2 km) of Mersea Island Vineyard, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cudmore Grove Country Park. The 3-star cottage includes a private hot tub, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Mersea Island Vineyard - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • beach near Fishing lake - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 30 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 40 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • University of Essex - 43 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 23 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brightlingsea Swimming Pool Cafe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Mersea Island Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪West Mersea Yacht Club - ‬7 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 Hide

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. A stay here includes free parking.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private hot tub, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Exterior
Wivenhoe House Hotel
Colchester
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 602 reviews
$135 nightly
The price is $162
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

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
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.

Property is also known as

The Hide Cottage
The Hide Colchester
The Hide Cottage Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Colchester within a short 19-minute walk of Mersea Island Vineyard. You'll also find Cudmore Grove Country Park and Mersea Island Museum within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hide?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hide on Jul 15, 2026 start from $1,804, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Hide?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage; however, the accommodation features a private hot tub.

Is The Hide good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a private hot tub, a fireplace, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at The Hide?

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

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at The Hide?

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

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 19.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Hide?

No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at The Hide.