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Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island

Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island

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Thanet Walk cottage
Enjoy the view across the river
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View from the front door
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Overview of Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Colchester, ENG
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Essex9 min drive
  • Popular LocationColchester Castle Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeth Chatto Garden10 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)64 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island

Our lovely waterfront cottage provides flexible, light and airy accommodation in the lovely village of Rowhedge which is ideally located for easy access to the Essex seafront at Mersea Island, Brightlingsea and Clacton, Frinton and Walton as well as being 10 minutes from Colchester town centre, an hour from London and 45 minutes from the popular Suffolk coastal region including Snape, Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and Southwold.
The property is right on the waterfront in the heart of this quiet and welcoming village. The house is surprisingly spacious and is maintained to a high standard. It very comfortably sleeps 5, and has a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a twin bedroom, a single bedroom and family bathroom with an over-bath shower. There is easily room for a travel cot in any of the bedrooms as well. There is a large living area with comfortable seating, a dining table and chairs, a modern kitchen with all the appliances. The small back garden is a real sun trap and lovely for outdoor dining. There are two assigned parking spaces.
This is our much loved home and is regularly used by us and our family and friends.

The cottage's pièce de résistance is the view across the river Colne estuary to the picturesque village of Wivenhoe and the nature reserve, it is a tranquil and lovely start to every day.

Rowhedge is a quiet village with a friendly community and is well located for easy access to Colchester town centre and transport links. Village amenities include a Co-op Local with a post office, a convenience store and a health food shop. There is a lovely cafe and the excellent Anchor pub and restaurant, as well as the Albion pub a little further along the water front. At weekends and on bank holidays the tea hut on the village green serves drinks and home made cakes.

Property manager

Heather Waugh
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ONLY outside the property
Please contact me direct to discuss bringing a pet dog to the property, we will allow this under certain circumstances.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this cottage is on the waterfront. Hollytrees Museum and The Minories Galleries are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Roman Circus House and Colchester Castle Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Colchester Natural History Museum, or check out an event or a game at Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Map
Colchester, ENG

What's nearby

  • Colchester Town Hall - 8 min drive
  • University of Essex - 9 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Park - 9 min drive
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 10 min drive
  • Colchester Zoo - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 9 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ye Olde Albion - 5 min walk
  • Sullivans Fish & Chip Shop - 2 min drive
  • Bambu Vietnamese - 6 min drive
  • Top Bar - 8 min drive
  • Boadicea Bar & Restaurant - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage in the lovely village of Rowhedge, near Mersea Island located?

This family-friendly Colchester cottage is located on the waterfront, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Gosfield Lake Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Colchester Natural History Museum and Xtreme Gaming. Tenpin Bowling Colchester and Colchester Zoo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable few days
The cottage is clean, bright, warm,and has great views of the river. Ideal for bird watching!! Veryclose to local pubs, small supermarket, and bus route.....left the car behind for 5 days!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
Wonderful location next to the estuary. Beautiful views of changing tides. Fully equipped cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, exceptional location
A beautiful, light, attractive cottage with an exceptional setting right on the river, with the riverside walk just outside the door. Very quiet, no traffic passing the door. Small supermarket a short walk away. Lots of things to do in the wider area, to suit all interests. Would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rowhedge
It was the second time we had stayed at the property. We love staying there because of the house itself and the great location on the banks of a tidal river.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
Excellent. We hope to rebook in the not too distant future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather Waugh

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Our parents originally bought this house as their retirement home and now it belongs to our family. My brother and I grew up in Colchester and although our parents moved to Kent after we had both left home they returned to the area when they retired and stumbled upon this lovely cottage whilst out for a walk one day, it was love at first sight.

We are busy professionals with families but our roots remain in the Colchester area and we love this house for its tranquil location, it's warm atmosphere and its happy family memories.
We all regularly use the cottage as a retreat and for family get-togethers.

Why they chose this property

If you've ever dreamed of a house on the river then you couldn't fail to love the location and views from here.

What makes this property unique

You just can't beat the view, it's quite something to open the curtains in the morning and gaze out across the uninterrupted river view. The house is spacious and adaptable and Rowhedge is quite and friendly and very convenient with easy access to roads. In 10 minutes you can either be on the beach in one direction or in the town in the other. The surrounding area provides a large and diverse cross-section of sights, activities, entertainment, shopping and restaurants.

Languages:

English

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