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A perfect hidden gem.

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to this secluded retreat on Britain's most easterly inhabited island, East Mersea. Unwind in the beautifully converted open-plan living space with vaulted ceilings, or stroll through the peaceful surroundings and enjoy bird watching from your doorstep. The private garden offers a serene sitting-out area and two bedrooms each have their own facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

A perfect hidden gem.

A perfect hidden gem. A must for any seafood lovers - plenty of restaurants and cafés to enjoy. Spectacular walking, bird watching available from the doorstep. Red squirrels nest around the property so do bring some nuts.. All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Bluray Player

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Private garden with sitting-out area. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. From the moment you arrive you will begin to de-stress and relax from the island’s peaceful atmosphere. Beautifully converted to offer the warmest of welcomes, boasting open plan accommodation with vaulted ceilings and two wonderful bedrooms each having their own facilities. If you’re a "foody" there are plenty of restaurants and cafés and if you love seafood you shall never want to leave. You are surrounded by a superb coastline and a few minutes’ walking distance from the oyster fishery, where you can experience the freshest oysters. This is Britain’s most easterly inhabited island and access to the island is via the Stood causeway crossing... so watch the tide times! A superb location for walking, bird-watching, swimming and cycling, East Mersea boasts very quiet beaches of sand and shingle and often you will be the only person there. Be sure to bring your walking boots, leave the car behind, explore this magical location on foot with miles of walking and bird watching opportunities available from the doorstep. Only 9 miles from Colchester with its famous castle and zoo, also conveniently located for exploring Dedham Vale, Stour Valley and Constable country. Pub 1.5 miles. Supermarket 3 miles.

Free WiFi



One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference prior to arrival).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby

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 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

Rules

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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

Property is also known as

su-UK34921-UK34921

About the area

Located in Colchester, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cudmore Grove Country Park and Abberton Reservoir, while Headgate Theatre and Tymperleys Clock Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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East Mersea, near Colchester

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 22 min drive - 21.1 km
  • University of Essex - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
  • St. Osyth Beach - 39 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Jaywick Martello Tower - 40 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Clacton-on-Sea Beach - 41 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 23 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Yachtsmans Arms - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The Creek - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Mersea Barn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A perfect hidden gem. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A perfect hidden gem.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A perfect hidden gem.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A perfect hidden gem. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cudmore Grove Country Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool and Mersea Island Vineyard. Mersea Island Museum and Abberton Reservoir are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Fiona Kimm

North Farm Lodge was an idyllic spot for a Christmas break.

North Farm Lodge was an idyllic spot for a Christmas break. It’s peaceful and isolated and we had a wonderfully relaxing holiday. The lodge is spacious, warm, well equipped and quiet, and we had everything we needed, and Christmas decorations and some useful and tasty goodies, which Andrea and Mat had left us. Mersea Island is a joy - friendly, attractive, with lots of walks, plenty of good pubs and the sea ever present. You do need a vehicle, and the lodge has good private parking. The only drawback -or perhaps bonus - is that the island is cut off at high tide, so you do need to know the low tide times when you arrive or leave.All in all a 5* experience. Many thanks.