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Island Lodge - UK46767

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Little Baddow, near Chelmsford
  • Place, St John the Baptist Monastery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Danbury Country Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chelmsford

This cottage is located within a few miles (5 km) of St John the Baptist Monastery and Warren Golf Club. The cottage includes a kitchen and a TV.

What's nearby

  • St John the Baptist Monastery - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Danbury Country Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Warren Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Museum of Power - 9 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Palace of Beaulieu - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 4 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Brewers Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Gardeners - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬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.

Island Lodge - UK46767

Beautiful Island Lodge is situated right on the water’s edge at Paper Mill Lock. Sit on your own terrace and listen to the water rushing by or take a boat trip down the river.. All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Smart TV, Electric Fire, French Doors Leading To Garden

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, (Ensuite Also Accessed From Living Area) Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed rear garden with sitting-out area. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children under 16 years old except babes in arms. There is a river bordering the garden.. Nestled on the banks of the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation, Island Lodge on Paper Mill Island offers a retreat in the countryside of the Chelmer Valley at Paper Mill Lock. Ideal for enjoying water sports on the river, launch your SUP, canoe or kayak directly onto the river with your own private mooring. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the surrounding area with the rushing of water from nearby weirs.

The open plan living area has a positioned perfectly sofa for you to unwind in front of the television above the fireplace or enjoy the view, tempting you to walk through the glass doors onto the private patio to enjoy the views and sounds outside. The kitchen is ideal for whipping up hearty breakfast or romantic dinners. From the living area you can walk into your own bedroom with its en-suite shower room.

From the Island Lodge you can quickly pop over to the other side of the river and visit the popular tearooms and enjoy their delicious treats. You can watch as canal boats navigate through the lock gates or book a boat trip up and down the river through Essex Waterways. They also hire out canoe or kayaks during the summer months.

Island Lodge is an excellent base to explore the local countryside. The towpath follows the river for 14 miles from its beginning in Chelmsford, to the sea at Heybridge Basin and Maldon. Paper Mill Lock is the halfway point. For those wishing to go beyond the river, there are plenty of footpaths either side of the valley. Nearby is Danbury Common and Blakes Wood (National Trust) as well as Danbury Woods. The valley ‘hills’ also make it popular for cyclists as the Ride London passes through Paper Mill Lock. Nearby, the villages of Danbury and Little Baddow offer good restaurants and facilities. Also, you are only a few miles away from the sea at Maldon, or the many attractions of Chelmsford City. It is very accessible with the A12 being 10 minutes away, yet you are immediately amongst nature and by the water of the beautiful Essex countryside.

Free WiFi



No children under 16 years.

Babies in arms allowed.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Suitable for up to 2 pets
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. 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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Chelmsford, close to Warren Golf Club, Palace of Beaulieu, and Danbury Country Park. Witham Leisure Centre is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

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.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

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

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is London (SEN-Southend), which is 21.5 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 20.4 mi away (38-minute drive).

Island Lodge - UK46767 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay at this property. Very relaxing in beautiful surroundings
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025