This cottage places you within a 5-minute drive of St. Peter-on-the-Wall and within a 10-minute drive of Mangapps Railway Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Forrester Park Golf Club - 31 min drive - 20.8 miles
Five Lakes Resort - 39 min drive - 26.2 miles
Layer Marney Tower - 44 min drive - 27.6 miles
Colchester Zoo - 46 min drive - 31.6 miles
University of Essex - 55 min drive - 41.8 miles
Getting around
Southminster Station - 7 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Coastal Coffee - 43 min drive
The Rickshaw Chinese Restaurant - 8 min drive
The Coast Inn - 43 min drive
The Art Cafe - 43 min drive
Mersea Island Fish Bar - 43 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.
Bellropes Countryside Retreat - sleeps 27 guests in 14 bedrooms
Bellropes is a fabulous property that can comfortably accommodate up to 27 people, and is available to hire exclusively for special occasions, family reunions, a significant birthday, a corporate away day or just a get together with friends. Set in two acres of beautiful gardens and boasting spectacular views of the Blackwater Estuary, Bellropes is the perfect place to get away from the daily routine and relax.
The main house offer 6 spacious rooms (2 King rooms, 2 twin rooms, 1 Double room and 1 Single room). The double and one king room are interlinked, making them great for families. There are a further 6 double en suite bedrooms in a chalet-style accommodation block and a further two king/twin en suite bedrooms in the garden rooms, which are also interlinked. Please ask if you need any clarification.
Nobody will need to queue for the shower in the mornings, as 11 bedrooms have their own en suite shower and toilet.
The main social spaces include the recently refurbished open plan kitchen diner offering panoramic views of the garden and estuary, and a spacious living room for everyone to enjoy. The outside areas are brilliant, with excellent facilities for barbecues on the patio area complete with a large rustic table where you'll all have space to sit, chat, drink and eat as the sun dips beneath the horizon. There is plenty of space to kick a ball about or play Frisbee in the garden or even take a stroll over the footbridge and feed the fish in the secure fenced pond.
Roam the Essex countryside with miles of footpaths right on the doorstep before relaxing in the hot tub. Alternatively there are plenty of local activities, such as clay pigeon shooting, horse riding, sea fishing, sailing and golf (to name but a few) to keep you entertained!
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 11 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 14 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace and a fenced private yard.
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
Unit size: 1,646 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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 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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
Property is also known as
590591
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Southminster, close to Five Lakes Resort, Mersea Island Vineyard, and St. Peter-on-the-Wall. You'll also find Mangapps Railway Museum and Five Lakes Golf Club nearby.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
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, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Bellropes Countryside Retreat - sleeps 27 guests in 14 bedrooms a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Bellropes Countryside Retreat - sleeps 27 guests in 14 bedrooms have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is London (SEN-Southend), which is 27.1 mi away (53 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 28.6 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Bellropes Countryside Retreat - sleeps 27 guests in 14 bedrooms?
Yes, every accommodation at Bellropes Countryside Retreat - sleeps 27 guests in 14 bedrooms comes with a balcony.
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10/10 Excellent
Vicky T.
Apr 21, 2025
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Family Getaway
We needed a property big enough to accommodate 13 people and Bellropes was perfect. Great kitchen, big enough to seat everyone and fully equipped with everything we needed. Garden was huge and being able to get to the beach was an added bonus, if a little further away than the 5 minutes stated.Would definitely recommend for large families wanting a homely place to get-together.Garde